Matt Oakley Confirms Opposites Attract in New Single, "Fire & Water"

NASHVILLE, TN  –  Matt Oakley confirms the ‘opposites attract’ theory in his brand new single “Fire & Water.” Delving into the delicate equilibrium of polarizing personalities in a relationship, Matt Oakley touches on the complexities of love while masterfully coupling these contradictions into a poignant, relatable release. These two seemingly incompatible forces come together to create something unexpectedly beautiful, as the song depicts a tug-of-war between passion and calm, forgiveness and sin, “Fire & Water.”

Listen to "Fire & Water" HERE: (preferred music platform) 

“In a world where most heartbreak songs focus on differences pulling people apart, I wanted to write one about how our differences balance each other out,” explains Matt Oakley, who cowrote the song with David Ray Stevens and Brandon Hartt.  “We used fire and water as the metaphor: when I get hot-headed and my flames burn brighter, she is there to calm me down, just like you would use water to put out a fire.” 

"Fire & Water" brings listeners a slow-burning country ballad that explores love’s complex power to heal and transform. With its raw, poetic lyrics and classic country instrumentation, the song tells the story of a tumultuous but ultimately redemptive relationship. With lyrics like, “she’s an angel in hell, I’m the devil in Heaven,” Oakley illustrates the tension between two opposing forces that somehow find unity despite the odds. Throughout the song, themes of redemption and transformation are present, as Oakley reflects on a love that takes him from a place of brokenness to one of peace and understanding.

“This song is easily my favorite I’ve written. It paints a picture of what happens when two people are committed to making each other better, even if, on the surface, it shouldn’t work.”

“Fire & Water” is available now on all streaming platforms, and will be part of Matt Oakley’s upcoming debut album. 

 

About Matt Oakley  Growing up with a father in the military and an Alabama-raised mother, Matt Oakley not only embraced his upbringing with a career as a touring country artist, but is on his way to stardom. Always on the move, he has shared a stage with artists like Big & Rich, Bailey Zimmerman, 3 Doors Down and Demun Jones, and has worked in the studio alongside industry titans like David Ray Stevens (Jelly Roll, Lainey Wilson) and Philip Mosley.  Infusing the art of storytelling in a country blend of southern rock and pop, Oakley has amassed over 2 Million streams on Spotify alone. His latest releases “Can’t Take The Dogs” and “Single This Summer” turned heads, resulting in features by CMT, The Heartland Network and CountryLine TV, roughly 200,000 YouTube views, and Spotify Editorial support on the coveted “Fresh Finds Country” and “All New Country” playlists. MATT OAKLEY LINKS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattoakleymusic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mattoakleymusic TikTok: @mattoakleymusic YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@matt.oakleymusic

Taylor Rae releases new single from upcoming album 'The Void'

Taylor Rae Follows Hit Debut With New Album The Void, Out April 18th

Heavy-Hitting New Single “Maybe I’m The Villain” Out Now

Photo Credit: Barbara FG

 

NASHVILLE, TN. – (23rd Jan, 2025) – Austin based singer/songwriter Taylor Rae has announced her new album THE VOID, (Pre-Order/Pre-Save), which is set for release on April 18th. The anticipated follow-up to her acclaimed 2021 12-track debut MAD TWENTIES (tagged Americana), The Void is an immersive and wildly eclectic album that both confirms Rae's status as an Americana A-lister as well as reaches far beyond the genre's borders. 
 
Rae has also unveiled today the first peak at the new album with the heavy-hitting alt-tinged juggernaut “Maybe I’m The Villain” (tagged country), a self-reflective track that strives to view things through the opposite lens. Holler featured the track and raved, "With its lush, sweeping harmonies, sugary '90s pop gloss and crunching backbeat, the swampy country funk of 'Maybe I'm the Villain' is a bold statement of intent that sounds like All Saints recording with The Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section."
 
Listen To “Maybe I’m The Villain” HERE:

"The concept for this song came while I was quarreling with someone, and for the life of me, I just could not see their side,” said Rae. “Then it dawned on me that when we have opposing thoughts with others, it is likely they view us as the villain of the story. From there, I was then inspired to tie it into the very light topic of Intergenerational Trauma. This story became about my family history. Over the course of my twenties I spent so much time in therapy uncovering patterns and learning how to break generational cycles, but it has proved to be a nearly impossible task. There are times when I genuinely scare myself after reflecting on my own past behaviors and decisions, because they remind me of exactly what I’ve been trying to avoid doing and/or being for so long. This is a deeply self-reflective song that explores the result of having been hurt by the people around you, and how if you’re not careful, you just regurgitate it onto others, and even yourself. Every song on The Void portrays a different thing I’ve had to get comfortable with being uncomfortable with."
 
Taylor Rae Tour Dates:
UK
Friday 24 January 2025 - Cabaret Voltaire, Edinburgh (36 Blair Street, EH1 1QR) * £22.60 TICKETMASTER UK
Saturday 25 January 2025 - Cafe#9, Sheffield (290 Albert Road, S8 9RD) supporting Julian Taylor £22 EVENT
Sunday 26 January 2025 - Night & Day Café, Manchester (26 Oldham Street, M1 1JN) 220 capacity DICE
Monday 27 January 2025 - Hare & Hounds, Birmingham (High St, Kings Heath B14 7JZ) TICKETWEB £28.06
EUROPE
1/2 - Berlin, DE @ Prachtwerk*
2/2 - Hamburg, DE @ HÄKKEN*
3/2 - Copenhagen, DK @ VEGA*
5/2 - Stockholm, SE @ Bar Brooklyn*
*supporting John Craigie
 
Tracklisting:
1. The Void
2. Maybe I’m The Villain
3. Cologne
4. Telluride
5. Undertone E
6. Celebrating Alone
7. Not Mine E
8. Hi
9. Trapped E
10. The Airport Song
 

Hailed by No Depression as "a singer fully in command of her vocal gifts and a songwriter who enfolds her lyric sensibility in haunting musical sketches," Rae has spent years touring behind her career-launching debut, driving herself from show to show, watching America unfold outside the car windshield. 

While crisscrossing the country and playing over 200 gigs a year, including supporting artists such as Sierra Hull, Pokey LaFarge, The Head and the Heart, John Craigie, Band of Heathens, and The Brothers Comatose, she watched Mad Twenties become a national hit. The record wound up spending more than 30 weeks on the Americana Radio charts. No other independently-released album enjoyed a longer stay on the Americana charts.
 

Now with her sophomore release, Rae takes her eyes off the road and turns her attention inward. Filled with the most personal songs of her career, The Void is a sharply-written record that celebrates the contradictory and complementary parts of the human experience, exploring life's dark corners — from breakups to intergenerational trauma — with a colorful mix of roadhouse roots-rock, modern-day folk, alternative music, blues, and analog Americana. Anchored by a songwriting style that explores the uncharted spaces between genres, she took inspiration from the roots of American music while also maintaining a modern edge.

Photo Credit: Barbara FG
 
Produced by Grammy-winner Eric Krasno (Soulive, Lettuce, Tedeschi Trucks Band) and recorded out of his studio in Pasadena, The Void features songs that are vulnerable, self-examinations rooted in loss and heartbreak, while others are celebrations of new love. Together, they explore the contrasts that have filled Rae’s life of late: darkness and light, chaos and balance, closed doors and new beginnings. Some songs were built around live-in-the-studio performances that showcased her strength as a stage performer. Others were recorded layer by layer. The result is a stunning blend of cinematic slow-burners, self-empowerment anthems, raw stripped-down field recordings, bluegrass-inspired barn-burners, and even the occasional reggae rhythm.
 
"The main theme is introspection," Rae continues. "The past four years have been such a trying time with constant change. Sometimes it felt like I was staring into the void, and I decided to document the moment by writing these songs."
 
As the sound fades into the ether, we're reminded that the road goes on forever, shuttling us from the past toward whatever future lies ahead. The Void is the soundtrack to that unending journey, whipped into existence by a singer/songwriter who's dedicated to the long haul.
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Nashville-based Americana artist Rooster Blackspur drops Nashville (The Cinderella Sessions)

 

ABOUT Rooster Blackspur
Rooster Blackspur, an award-winning singer-songwriter known for her raw, evocative voice and powerful storytelling, has never been one to follow the conventional path.
Having made a name for herself in New Mexico, Rooster has now embraced a bold new chapter in Nashville, Tennessee, with her new album The Cinderella Sessions.
This 7-song collection captures the essence of her musical evolution while introducing a fresh, Nashville-inspired sound.

Recorded at the legendary Cinderella Sound Studio, The Cinderella Sessions marks Rooster's first full-length project in Music City - a place she believes offers her the best chance at fully expressing her songs.

Reflecting on the album’s title, Rooster says, “This record is a moment in time and that moment was captured at one of Nashville's oldest working recording studios called Cinderella Sound Studio.

I wanted to pay tribute to my time inside those iconic walls, as well as acknowledge my first time ever making a record in Nashville." The album’s title, The Cinderella Sessions, feels fitting not only as a nod to the historic studio but also as a symbol of her transformative journey from the expansive, rugged terrain of New Mexico to the heart of Nashville’s vibrant music scene.
 
This transition didn’t happen by chance. According to Rooster, "Looking back it was fate. Someone came up to me and said 'I think you need to go to Nashville,' and the long and short of it is they paid for my studio time, and all I had to do was make my way to Nashville. Everyone says 'I have a friend with a studio' but this person happened to be friends with the owners of Cinderella Sound Studio. It was a life-changing experience.” Rooster’s arrival in Nashville set the stage for what would become a monumental step in her musical career.
 
When it comes to the songwriting process, Rooster embraces authenticity and raw emotion, and her lyrics consistently reflect this commitment to living from the heart. As she explains, “My songwriting has always reflected what it feels like to be a person who lives from the heart. These songs belong together for many reasons as they speak to beginnings and to endings. If the listener will let it, this album will speak to the journey of life, and how our heart is our one true companion when everything and everyone else has fallen away.”
Rooster’s collaboration with Nashville’s finest musicians was integral to the album’s sound. The record features an exceptional group of musicians, including Charlie McCoy, a Country Music Hall of Fame member and Nashville legend on harmonica, bass, and vibraphone, Bill Cooley, a renowned guitar virtuoso who has toured with legends like Reba McEntire and Merle Haggard, and Steve Hinson, whose pedal steel work has graced recordings from George Jones to Dolly Parton.

But perhaps the most significant contribution came from Sammy Mann, Rooster’s longtime drummer. "Sammy Mann has been my drummer for almost two years, and the two of us together create the core sound of Rooster Blackspur," Rooster says. "To call Sammy a drummer doesn't feel like enough of a description as he is an amalgamation of a gamut of unconventional musical influences, a lifelong dedication to his craft, and an intuitive sense that weaves as much as it leads the other band members around the emotion of the music. You can hear some of his craft on this album, and you will see he is not just 'keeping time,’ but keeping the spirit of the song expressed."
 
Rooster Blackspur - Nashville (The Cinderella Sessions) 7 songs, 26:58
Released originally digitally on 20 Aug 2024 APPLE MUSIC
 

Top Tracks: The Way, Hard Road, Big Dipper
1. Kicking Up Dust 2:56  written by Naomi R Hooley

2. Hard Road 3:39 written by Naomi R Hooley
3. The Way 4:23  written by Naomi R Hooley
4. Lonely Angels 3:47  written by Naomi R Hooley
5. Leaving New Mexico written by Naomi R Hooley
6. I Saw You 4:28  written by Naomi R Hooley
7. Big Dipper 4:04  written by Naomi R Hooley (originally released Jan 2021)
 
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The Cinderella Sessions is more than just a collection of songs, it's a statement of who Rooster Blackspur is as an artist and a person. “New Mexico will always have a piece of my heart, it shaped me in ways I could have never imagined,” she says. “But it’s time to find band members who want to
support this music and see it reach higher, and it’s time to have a chapter of life in the land of songwriters."
With her new album, Rooster invites listeners to join her on this next leg of the journey, and she hopes the record will resonate with anyone who has ever made a leap into the unknown: "I hope this record can be an introduction to who I am as a songwriter and performer as I head off to Nashville. I also hope it resounds in the lives of my fans and people following my music."
In The Cinderella Sessions, Rooster Blackspur shares not just her music, but adeeply personal chapter in her life: a record that captures the heart of a woman unafraid to take risks and follow her heart, wherever it may lead.
 
Blackspur has taken a chance on heading away from New Mexico and hitting the tough streets of Nashville, but she’s brought in some top-notch players (Charlie McCoy, Steve Hinson) to add to her trusted sidekick Sammy Mann to bring these recordings to fruition – the release is very much an introduction to her songs and style and as such, it does and excellent job – worth checking out if Lucinda Williams and the like are your cup of tea. - The Rocking Magpie (Positive Review)
 
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Breakout Talent Ty Myers Nurses A Romantic Hangover In New Song “Drunk Love”

BREAKOUT TALENT TY MYERS NURSES A ROMANTIC HANGOVER IN “DRUNK LOVE”

The rising star is gearing up to release his highly awaited debut album The Select on January 24.

Kicking off what promises to be a monumental year, breakout singer/songwriter/guitarist Ty Myers delivers a ballad for those nursing a romantic hangover – “Drunk Love.” Out on Friday (Jan 10, 2025) from a newcomer on an in-demand hot streak, the self-written standout captures the coming-down phase of an intoxicating connection.  Listen here.(preferred music platform) or below: Part of the Austin, TX, native’s highly anticipated debut album, The Select (RECORDS Nashville/Columbia), “Drunk Love” represents one of the project’s 12 solo writes, as an emerging star continues his remarkable ascent. A fluid ballad with simple-yet-expressive guitar lines matching a subdued beat and airy atmospherics, Myers puts a twist on a classic tale of passion while drawing from his influences across Rock, Country, and Blues. Showcasing a mournful vocal and wisdom far beyond his 17 years, the unstoppable talent sings of regret over taking love too fast, coming to realize he wants more than just a nighttime buzz.

In addition, Myers just recently revealed the cinematic music video for “Can’t Hold Me Down,” pairing open roads and open vistas with a behind-the-scenes look at his life on tour.

Directed by John Park and Wales Toney, the magical mystique of the American West takes center stage, as Myers captures the spirit of his bluesy, groove-laced anthem to chasing dreams (at all costs). Filmed on location in Las Vegas, NV, the clip also documents the lead up to a supporting slot for Cody Johnson at MGM Grand Garden Arena last month, as Myers crisscrossed the U.S. for a series of attention-grabbing 2024 shows including his SOLD-OUT debut Let ‘Em Talk Tour.

Just named Apple Music’s Country Riser of the Month for January, Myers has also been hailed an “Artist to Watch” by Pandora, GRAMMY.com, Holler, Country Now, and All Country News, among others. Boasting 154+ MILLION total global streams to date and a rising tide of acclaim, he’s rolling out songs from the forthcoming January 24 release like fan-favorite “Ends of the Earth,” alongside “Worry is a Sickness,” “Drinkin’ Alone,” and his debut single, “Tie That Binds.”

With The Select named after the Paris haunt famous as a home base for Ernest Hemingway – a lifelong creative inspiration – 16 tracks present his timeless songwriting (with Myers credited as a writer on 14 songs), stunning guitar skills, and irresistibly soulful vocals in full relief.  Go here to pre-save/pre-add The Select, and pre-order the CD & Vinyl Edition (out 3/28) here. 

Keeping momentum red-hot, the born-entertainer will further embark on The Select Tour – an ambitious 26-date national headline run launching in his home state next Thursday (1/16). Beginning in Cedar Park, TX, the run will wind its way across the Midwest, Northeast, and Southeast, before wrapping in Fayetteville, AR, on May 3. And while tickets for all shows are currently on sale, they are going fast. As several locations report limited tickets remaining, 15 dates have already SOLD OUT including highlight stops at the historic Gruene Hall in New Braunfels, TX (two nights), New York City’s Bowery Ballroom, and more. For the full tour itinerary and to purchase tickets, visit www.tymyersmusic.com.

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ABOUT TY MYERS:
Born just outside of Austin, TX, RECORDS Nashville/Columbia breakout singer/songwriter Ty Myers grew up on a cattle ranch owned by his family for more than six generations. He clung onto music as a kid and never let go, obsessing over an expansive range of artists like Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jimi Hendrix, Bill Withers, Otis Redding, Chris Stapleton, and George Strait. 

Devoting every waking minute to writing songs and playing music, he gave up baseball and football and opted for homeschooling in order to wholeheartedly pursue his dream. During 2023, he made waves with his debut single “Tie That Binds,” before “Drinkin’ Alone” exploded with 52 MILLION+ streams. As “Ends of the Earth” has already racked up 25 MILLION+ streams, Myers has an impressive 154+ MILLION total global streams to date. Between packing houses in his home state and sharing the stage with the likes of Willie Nelson, Wade Bowen and Randy Rogers Band, he’s fresh off his own SOLD-OUT debut headline run across the U.S. 

The rising star is gearing up to release his highly awaited debut album The Select on January 24.

 

 

Evan Honer Teams Up With Michal Leah To Release New Single “Waiting Ain't Easy”

EVAN HONER TEAMS UP WITH MICHAL LEAH TO RELEASES NEW SINGLE “WAITING AIN'T EASY”

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (January 10th, 2025) - Singer-songwriter Evan Honor releases his highly anticipated single featuring Michal (pronounced Me-Hall) Leah titled “Waiting Ain't Easy," available everywhere now.

The new single (tagged Alternative) blends the acoustic cross-genre style and showcases the talent from both Evan and Michal. 

LISTEN TO “WAITING AIN'T EASY" HERE (preferred music platform) or below: 

“Michal has one of the best voices I've heard in person. Been a big fan of her stuff for awhile now. This song that we wrote and recorded together in my studio means so much to me. I've been in a long-distance relationship for almost a year and it's a very real representation of how I've felt the last year. It's very simple production but I love it so much and I hope people like it,” shares Evan. 

The release of the new single follows the announcement of his upcoming Spring Tour '25 dates alongside support from Sierra Carson, Tim Craig, Jacob Wright, barrett, Timmy Skelly, Winyah, and Winnie Pearl. Kicking off in Little Rock, Arkansas, the genre blending singer-songwriter will bring his “cut-to-the-bone style of songwriting and rugged vocals” (Billboard), across the states for a 36 date tour ending in Nashville, TN at Brooklyn Bowl on May 17th, 2025. 

PURCHASE TICKETS FOR SPRING TOUR '25 HERE. 

Honer had a breakout year in 2024, starting strong with his single "Nowhere Fast" and a powerful duet, "Take Me As I Am," with Wyatt Flores. He continued to impress with the release of his sophomore album, Fighting For, in June, which showcased his vulnerable songwriting and soothing vocals. The album was so well-received that he later collaborated with Charles Wesley Godwin to reimagine "Mr. Meyers," a standout track from the album. 

As 2024 drew to a close, Honer released his latest EP, Annabelle, which features a mix of new songs and previously released singles such as “Me, Without You,” “Lead Role,” and “High School Reunion.” The EP's narrative, centered around the titular character Annabelle, culminates with "Happy In The End," a song that encapsulates a whirlwind of emotions about past relationships. 

For more information on Evan Honer, you can connect with him by visiting his website. 

Chicagoan Michal Leah has accumulated millions of streams on her previous releases– while rapidly closing in on a million monthly listeners.

Her most recent single “Worth Waiting For” (writers Elsa Curran, Michal Leah, Yakob) dropped on December 11, 2024. She shared: “I don’t have the words to describe the love I have for this song and how special it is to me. I hope that it can be special to you too”.

She dropped the gentle and stunningly beautiful written “If The Sun Never Rose” on Oct 4, 2024 which she co-wrote with Andrew Tufano.

Regarding her 2 track 2022 and debut EP single  “Used To It,” Leah added: “I think it’s so important to realize that sometimes healing takes time and just because you feel healed from a heartbreak, doesn’t mean you are over that person. There is no step-by-step guidebook to getting over a breakup”. Website uptohearmusic wrote: “Once you hear these vocals, it will completely restore your faith in the newer generation of artists. Leah has such fantastic command and control over her voice that if you told us “Used To It” was being sung by the likes of Brandi Carlile or Adele, we would have no reason to doubt you”.

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Singer/Songwriter Angie K Releases "Golden"; New EP Coming Early Next Year

2024 CMT LISTEN UP ARTIST, ANGIE K, RELEASES REFLECTIVE

NEW TRACK “GOLDEN”

Self-Titled EP, Angie K, will be Released in Early 2025

"Golden" Cover Art | Photo Credit: Marissa Boucher 

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Rising country singer/songwriter and HOLLER “Artist You Need to Know,” Angie K has had a breakout year which includes making her Grand Ole Opry debut. Today she releases the song that closed out that first-time performance and earned her a standing ovation on the hallowed stage, “Golden.” The thoughtful and reflective ballad is available now. Listen HERE. (Preferred music platform) or below:

“‘Golden’ is a song about the present,” shared Angie K, “and to remember that the greatest gift we can give each other is our time so slow down and savor every moment.”

"Golden" is the latest new music from Angie K and will be featured on her forthcoming self-titled EP, Angie K. Produced by acclaimed writer/producer and BMI Songwriter of the Year, Stephony Smith, the EP will be released independently early next year. 

Written by Angie K along with Mary Kutter, Brian Alexander and Noah Lubert, the independently released track finds her reflecting on our most precious commodity…time…and soaking in every second. 

Nobody knows what’s coming tomorrow 

Every breath we’re breathing is borrowed 

Make the most of every moment

Cause someday, these days will be Golden

This latest release follows the Latin country artist’s recent collaboration with Jimencio for the Tejano and country music infused “Yo Quiero Todo.” Co-penned by Jimencio and Angie K, it is the first collaboration between the Nashville artists, with the duo lauding an unconditional love that withstands all circumstances. Listen to “Yo Quiero Todo” HERE. 

The queer country artist first made her mark on Music City with bilingual track, “Real Talk,” catapulting her onto the country scene as a “Highway Find” on SiriusXM’s The Highway. The new music follows the powerhouse vocalist’s recent releases “Stay,” “Death of Me” and “Red Dirt on Mars,” which left Billboard praising her “disarming vulnerability.” She also recently explained the influence Smith had on her when it came to releasing “Death of Me” in a “Holler Nashville Session” sharing, “It's a very vulnerable song, and I almost didn't put in on the record, but I'm glad I did - just because of the stories I've heard of people relating to it.” Listen to “Stay” , “Red Dirt on Mars” (222K Streams) and “Death of Me” HERE. 

The 2023 CMT Next Women of Country artist has been in the studio working on the forthcoming EP with Smith, who penned the smash hit “It’s Your Love” for Tim McGraw/Faith Hill and has received cuts from some of music’s biggest stars including The Chicks, Shania Twain, Barbara Streisand, Kenny Chesney, Terri Clark, Reba McEntire and more. 

Named a 2024 CMT LISTEN UP artist with CMT also calling her an “up-and-coming female artist to watch,” this year is certainly shaping up to be a breakout year for Angie K. Born and raised in El Salvador until age 11 and raised in Georgia, her love for country music was nurtured from a young age. Her mother’s dedication, saving up to bring her to Nashville to the Grand Ole Opry, came full circle with her making her Opry debut in Aug., fulfilling a lifelong dream.

American Songwriter was on hand for the emotional evening sharing, “Her voice rang strong and clear through the Grand Ole Opry House, compelling fans to raise their phones on the last song and fill the darkened theater with light—a moving display of acceptance and adoration for a woman who has dreamed of standing in the hallowed circle since before her feet touched North American soil.”

For the latest news and tour dates, visit officialangiek.com 

About Angie K

A member of CMT’s 2023 Next Women of Country class, Angie K was named earlier this year to CMT’s 2024 LISTEN UP Class and named an “Artist You Need to Know” by Holler. 

With a nod to Angie K’s Latin roots, her first bilingual single “Real Talk” catapulted her onto the country scene as a “Highway Find” on SiriusXM’s The Highway. 

As an out and independent artist she has accumulated over 20 million+ streams, 500k+ followers and even played on the Nissan Stadium stage during the 2022 CMA Fest. Angie has also shared the stage with Tanya Tucker, Trace Adkins, Melissa Etheridge and more.

With CMT calling her an “up-and-coming female artist to watch" this year, 2024 is certainly shaping up to be a breakout year for Angie K. 

She made her Grand Ole Opry debut in August, and took the main stage at Nashville Pride and the Reverb Stage at CMA Fest this year. She will release her self-titled EP, Angie K, in early 2025. For upcoming tour dates and more information, visit officialangiek.com/ and follow along @officialangiek on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.

Tyler Braden Releases New Track "Above The Water" & Joins Brothers Osbourne on UK/IE Tour

TYLER BRADEN BARES HIS SOUL IN NEW SONG 

“ABOVE THE WATER” (OUT NOW)

ANNOUNCED AS SUPPORT ON BROTHERS OSBORNE’S 10 DATE UK & IRELAND TOUR!

LONDON, UK / NASHVILLE, TN. – (For Immediate Release) – Warner Music Nashville’s Tyler Braden bares his soul, and personal burdens, on new anthemic track “Above The Water”, released earlier this month on October 4, 2024.

He will also be embarking on a 10-date tour across the UK and Ireland in January, supporting Brothers Osborne.

Full dates can be found below.

Braden wrote “Above The Water” with Daniel Agee, Ian Harrison, and Sarah Turner.

About the new song, Braden says "On the surface, 'Above The Water' feels like a religious song, and it can be if that’s what the listener needs it to be. Deep down though, it’s a song about knowing that it’s ok to struggle. It’s about being aware and recognizing those struggles, and knowing that overcoming them takes time, and that’s ok, too. We are human and aren’t supposed to be perfect."

The new song follows Braden’s hit “Devil You Know” (released Feb 2, 2024) which is closing in on 200 million streams, after garnering 10+ million views across social media platforms in the first two weeks it posted this past spring.

Now accompanied by a powerful music video that visually reflects its raw lyrical themes, the track continues to draw in listeners worldwide.

Braden will be crossing the Atlantic in January 2025, joining Brothers Osborne on their “Might As Well Be Us World Tour”. This will be Braden’s second time performing in the UK, after his appearance at C2C: Country to Country festival in 2023.

Brothers Osborne “Might As Well Be Us World Tour w/ Tyler Braden

UK & Ireland Tour Dates

Friday 17 January 2025 - 3Olympia Theatre, Dublin (73 Dame Street, D2 D02 K135, Ireland) Ticketmaster IE

Saturday 18 January 2025 - Ulster Hall, Belfast (1-7 Bedford Street, BT2 7FF,) Ticketmaster IE

Tuesday 21 January 2025 - O2 Academy Glasgow, Glasgow (121 Eglington Street, G5 9NT) Limited Availability Ticketmaster UK

Wednesday 22 January 2025 - O2 Academy Glasgow, Glasgow (121 Eglington Street, G5 9NT) Ticketmaster UK

Thursday 23 January 2025 - O2 City Hall Newcastle, Newcastle (Northumberland Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 8SF) Ticketmaster UK

Saturday 25 January 2025 - O2 Apollo Manchester, Manchester (Stockport Road, M12 6AP) Limited Availability Ticketmaster UK

Sunday 26 January 2025 - O2 Academy Leeds, Leeds (55 Cookridge Street, LS2 3AW) Low Availability Ticketmaster UK

Tuesday 28 January 2025 - O2 Academy Birmingham, Birmingham (16-18 Horsefair, B1 1DB) Ticketmaster UK

Wednesday 29 January 2025 - Bristol Beacon, Bristol (Trenchard Street, BS1 5AR) Limited Availability Ticketmaster UK

Thursday 30 January 2025 - Eventim Apollo, London (Queen Caroline Street, W6 9QH) Limited Availability Ticketmaster UK

Tickets available on Ticketmaster UK

ABOUT TYLER BRADEN:

Tyler Braden has the gritty powerhouse vocal, the expressive pen and the ability to deliver a lyric with complete conviction worthy of a headliner. Braden began crafting his sound as a teenager in Slapout, AL, where he demonstrated his mettle playing four-hour cover sets.

He continued to perform between shifts as a firefighter in both Montgomery and Nashville; a set at the homegrown Whiskey Jam concert series in January 2017 paved his path to today.

His Warner Music Nashville EP, NEON GRAVE, combines deep-rooted country tradition with the rollicking, high-energy instincts of a born rock ‘n’ roller. The project’s flagship single, “Try Losing One,” hit No. 1 on SiriusXM The Highway’s Hot 30 Countdown. 
Braden is currently making waves with the viral track “Devil You Know” – a won’t-back-down anthem that attracted 10+ million views across social media in just two weeks. In April 2024 “Devil You Know” hit the Country radio airwaves, and as of September 2024, “Devil You Know” is a bona fide hit with a whopping 180+ million streams and over 50k+ ‘creates’ on TikTok.

With 385+ million global streams to his name, Braden is now taking stages world-round. After a dynamic first leg of his headline The Real Friends Tour, with five sold-out shows, the Alabama native will round out the year with the tour's second leg before supporting Warren Zeiders in the new year.

He’ll also join Brothers Osborne on their Might As Well Be Us world tour, hitting the UK and Ireland in January 2025. Braden has graced the stage with top acts like Luke Bryan, Brooks & Dunn, Brantley Gilbert, Chris Stapleton, Dierks Bentley, and Mitchell Tenpenny. His studio recordings capture the same high-energy vibe as his live shows, resonating with fans across the globe.

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