Kenny Chesney Rocks The Plaza; Debuts Animated "Goldfish" TONIGHT

They came from Maine, New Hampshire, Virginia, North Carolina, Philadelphia and beyond – and started lining up long before midnight – to be part of Kenny Chesney’s kick-off for Silver Sands Marina on the Plaza with “TODAY”’s Citi Concert Series. They brought license plates saying “SS Marina,” signs that said “Skipped School for This,” “Too Old for High Heels, But Not No Shoes,” “Virgina Is For Kenny Chesney Lovers” and “My First Kenny Chesney Concert,” as well as Pirates Flags, tennis pros, bags of Goldfish and sundry tokens of No Shoes Nation for the show that saw the live debut of the title track, “Goldfish” and “Carry On.”
 
“I figured if we’ve got the band in place, we might as well open it up,” said the East Tennessee songwriter-superstar. “To play these songs for the people, to feel the energy and see how they light people up is what it’s all about… And it was great they gave us five songs, so we could go deep – and have some fun. And it was.”
 

Photos from Chesney's "TODAY" performance will be added HERE with photo credit as they become available.
Performances will be available later today HERE.

With the new songs landing with a big smile and bigger energy, Chesney has gotten his 21st album underway like only he can. Live on several ESPN shows this afternoon, he will join his friends at the table on “The View” tomorrow. Even more, the Country Music Hall of Fame inductee is set to world premiere a special animated clip of “Goldfish” tonight as part of his second TalkShopLive appearance, where he will further unpack his new album and take questions from the people watching. Watch the premiere and conversation HERE.
 
“Since we’re all gonna be together, this is the place to show off this new, animated take on our ‘Goldfish’ video,” Chesney shares. “We were talking about how much fun the video we shot was and childlike this song is, and figured, ‘Why not take it all the way… and make a cartoon out of it?’ It’s amazing what you can do when you add in animation.
 
“All of the animals not only come to life – and have some pretty good rhythm. But through some really creative people’s magic, they even brought Poncho and Da Ruba Girl to the party! What could be better? And the people at TalkShopLive worked so hard to figure out how we can make world premiering this video a part of tonight’s stuff.”
 
Next week, Chesney joins Gayle King on “CBS Mornings,” as well as Joe Torre for “NBC Nightly News” segment “Great Americans.” As “Carry On” crests the top of the charts and the Original Vibe Room 2027 Tour tickets for 19 stadium shows go on sale, Silver Sands Marina arrives with a flourish and a lot of fun.
 
“It’s been three years since I put out a record, and we’ve got new music to play,” Chesney says. “This has been such a creative time for me and the band, and we’re loving every moment. If it’s this much fun now, I can’t imagine what next year’s tour is gonna be like – because these songs are landing now, it’s going to be crazy when we get to Tampa. Just the way we like it.”

Pre-order, pre-save/pre-add Silver Sands Marina HERE.

Purchase the signed vinyl, CDs and limited vinyl picture discs, or watch Chesney’s first in-depth conversation about Silver Sands Marina on TalkShopLive HERE.
 
Fans can register now at KennyChesney.com for early access to tickets, with presale registrations powered by Seated. Registered fans will receive a code before the Vibe Room Presale begins on Thursday, September 17 at 10am local time. Registration is free, but it does not guarantee tickets. For questions about the presale registration process, please visit support.seated.com. 

Jeremy Lister Signs with Jody Williams Songs/Warner Chappell Music

Jeremy Lister has signed a world-wide publishing agreement with Jody Williams Songs (JWS) and Warner Chappell Music.
 
A longtime Nashville-based vocalist, songwriter and producer, Lister has had significant success with song placements in film, television and advertising. A favorite of music supervisors, his placements include “Grey's Anatomy,” “Found,” “All American,” Hallmark Channel, and brands including Jeep, Toyota, Google and T-Mobile.
 
He is also a recording artist highlighted by his time with vocal group Street Corner Symphony and as a solo artist with Nashville singer/songwriter collective Ten Out Of Tenn. Most recently, Lister has been touring as a background vocalist with Post Malone. His solo records and collaborations with Alison Krauss are career highlights. He joins JWS as their first dedicated sync writer in addition to writing for artists across several genres. 
 
“We are thrilled to welcome Jeremy to JWS,” shares Jonah Gordon, JWS Manager, Sync/A&R. “He embodies all of the talent and skill for JWS to excel in the sync area and beyond.” 
 
“Jonah’s first signing at JWS is a perfect fit for us,” adds Nina Fisher, JWS VP/GM. “Jeremy is a master of his craft, and we are excited to help him build the next chapters of his career.”
 
"I've known Jody for almost my entire 23 years in Nashville, and I'm honored to finally be working with him,” notes Lister. “I'm also thrilled to be back with my longtime sync wizard and pal Jonah Gordon from my Big Yellow Dog years. Over the last few months, I've gotten to know Nina, Tenasie and the rest of the JWS team, and I've been so impressed by how much time they pour into their writers, their warmth, and the family atmosphere there. I can't wait to add something new to their already incredible catalog."
 
JWS is an independent music publishing company that is a joint venture with Warner Chappell Music. The company represents Ashley McBryde, Driver Williams, Ed Williams, Emily Ann Roberts, Harper O’Neill, Jason Nix, Jeremy Lister, Jeremy Spillman, Natalie Hemby and Vince Gill.

Back Row L to R: Tenasie Courtright (JWS Director, Creative & A&R), Nina Fisher (JWS VP/GM), Sophie Hopkins (Warner Chappell Music Senior Director, Sync) and Jody Williams (JWS Founder and CEO)
Front Row L to R: Jeremy Lister and Jonah Gordon (JWS Manager, Sync/A&R)
Photo Credit: Anna Norwood 

He's Baaaaaaaack! Kenny Chesney Announces 2027 ALL Stadium Tour; Eric Church, Sheryl Crow Provide Music, Muscle

Some things are inevitable! After two years – and close to 400,000 tickets – exploring the deeply dimensional Sphere Las Vegas, Kenny Chesney ends the suspense by announcing his return to stadiums with the Original Vibe Room Tour 2027. Kicking off April 24 for his eighth appearance at Tampa’s Raymond James Stadium, the OVRT will play only stadiums, wrapping up at Foxboro’s Gillette Stadium August 28.

CMA 2020 Entertainer of the Year Eric Church, who not only toured with Chesney on the massive 2013 No Shoes Nation Tour, but came out nightly and sang with the East Tennessean, joins for the full run. Adding even more guitar-forward, songwriter-driven charge is Rock & Roll of Fame inductee, 9x GRAMMY winner and good friend Sheryl Crow.
 
“When we started to talk about touring next year, all I could think about was how good those stadiums feel… how loud, how fast, how much energy comes hurling at us,” Chesney says of the decision to do an all-stadium tour. “I don’t think I knew how much I missed it. And when it hit me, as well watching comments on Instagram and Facebook, I realized: we should make next year be all about the stadiums. So, we did.
 
“To make it really hit, I called Eric, who’d come out that first weekend in Vegas and sang a few with me, to see if he’d want to do this. He was in. Then to give fans a twist, something a little different, but someone who rocks and everyone in No Shoes Nation loves, I asked Sheryl Crow if she wanted to come play with us; and she said, ‘Yes.’ Suddenly, we’ve got all that high-powered energy, and it was starting to feel the same way we did way back in the day…”
 
That blast of excitement, the insanity of those first years of selling a million tickets every summer, there was no denying that passion. When Chesney started thinking about how much music he’d made, how many millions of miles he’d traveled, he realized not only was he fired up to get out there, it reminded him of 2002’s No Shoes, No Shirt, No Problems Tour. And that’s when the tour name hit him.
 
“It was such a rush,” Chesney recalls. “And this feels just like that. Three people who know each other, are friends and loveto play taking it out on the road for the summer. That kind of camaraderie matches everything about what made me want to chase this dream in the first place, that adventure and fun defined us. For me, there was only one name: the Original Vibe Room Tour, because this time, with these people, I want everyone in the Vibe.
 
“We started the Vibe Room in 2002 as a place for our people – the adults, guests, musicians – to come together, get a drink, hang out, meet up, maybe make some new friends. It was a fun place, and I feel like that’s what 2027’s gonna be all about. So what else would we call it?”
 
Even more thrilling, beyond first-time plays in Greenville, N.C.’s home of the East Carolina University Pirates, and Ames, Iowa’s home of the Iowa State Cyclones, this tour marks homecomings across the line-up. After 24 shows at New England’s Gillette Stadium, it will mark Chesney’s 13th year in Pittsburgh and Detroit, 12th stadium show in Philadelphia, ninth stop in New Jersey, Dallas-Fort Worth and Kansas City, with Tampa and Chicago logging their eighth stadium concert.
 
“It’s crazy to think these stadiums where I see football played every week are like coming home for the band and myself, but also really No Shoes Nation which rose out of these stadium parking lots. Stadiums are where we come most alive – and this tour’s taking it to a whole other level.
 
“We’ve got this new album that’s already done insane things, starting with ‘Carry On,’ the very first single,” Chesney offers. “You can feel the energy around this music, Silver Sands Marina and the tracks that are already out there. We’ve got great new music to add in, plus so many songs that bring the summer to life. This is everything the band and I live for.”
 
In keeping with the spirit of returning to how it all began, Chesney has tapped fellow East Tennessee artist/songwriter Greylan James to open the powerhouse show. The Academy of Country Music Song of the Year winner – and CMA Song of the Year nominee – for Jordan Davis’ “Next Thing You Know” has notched hits for Morgan Wallen, Blake Shelton, Darius Rucker, Chesney and more, as well as breaking into the Top 20 with his own “Water At A Wedding.”
 
“It’s gonna be an amazing summer. I can’t believe we’re here again, and I can’t wait to get out there and start doing it. The Original Vibe Room Tour 2027 is gonna be all the things, but especially a lot of fun, a lot of music and a lot of songs people have lived their lives to.
 
“Get ready. We’re coming.”

Fans can register now at KennyChesney.com for early access to tickets, with presale registrations powered by Seated. Registered fans will receive a code before the Vibe Room Presale begins on Thursday, September 17 at 10am local time. Registration is free, but it does not guarantee tickets. For questions about the presale registration process, please visit support.seated.com.

Kenny Chesney’s Original Vibe Room Tour is Presented by Blue Chair Bay® Rum. Founded in 2011 by the Country Music Hall of Fame inductee, Blue Chair Bay remains a truly independent brand and a reflection of the quality and spirit Chesney wants for his fans.
 
The Original Vibe Room Tour 2027 Dates:
April 24            Tampa, Florida || Raymond James Stadium
May 1               Greenville, North Carolina || Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium
May 8               Arlington, Texas || AT&T Stadium
May 15             St. Louis, Missouri || The Dome at America’s Center
May 22             Minneapolis, Minnesota || U.S. Bank Stadium
May 29             Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania || Acrisure Stadium
June 5               Ames, Iowa || Jack Trice Stadium
June 12             Philadelphia, Pennsylvania || Lincoln Financial Field
June 19             Buffalo, New York || Highmark Stadium
June 26             Chicago, Illinois || Soldier Field
July 3               Nashville, Tennessee || Nissan Stadium
July 10             Milwaukee, Wisconsin || American Family Field
July 17             Denver, Colorado || Empower Field at Mile High
July 24             Kansas City, Missouri || Arrowhead Stadium
July 31             Atlanta, Georgia || Mercedes Benz Stadium
August 7           East Rutherford, New Jersey || MetLife Stadium
August 14         Detroit, Michigan || Ford Field
August 21         Charlotte, North Carolina || Bank of America Stadium
August 28         Foxborough, Massachusetts || Gillette Stadium

Kenny's SILVER SANDS MARINA Massive Media Sweep Starts w "TODAY" Concert 9-17

As someone who loves songs, making music and creating a soundtrack for how life is lived by real people, Kenny Chesney has created an indelible body of work. With Silver Sands Marina, his 21st studio album, approaching its Sept. 25th release date, the East Tennessee songwriter/superstar is getting ready to take the music – and stories – to New York for a media gauntlet that gets inside the songs, the process and heart of what became an actual album.
 
Three years and myriad songs in the making, the man Wall Street Journal crowned “The King of the Road” will kick things off September 17 on the Plaza at Rockefeller Center as part of “TODAY”’s Citi Concert Series.
 
“When you make a record and you take your time, it takes you places you might not go otherwise,” Chesney says of the album. “We recut ‘Carry On,’ the first single because this version felt like the moment we’re living in. ‘Silver Sands Marina’ and ‘Remember Me That Way’ came in later, and changed the shape of what this album is…
 
“So, it’s great to be able to play a few of these songs on the plaza, to really give people this music. At home, in the streets, wherever people are, we’re going to be able to share these songs live – and exchange that energy that we all live for.”
 
From there, he heads downtown to visit “The View.” A favorite of the table, he’s going to talk about where some of the songs came from, some of the guests and where he’s heading in 2027. It will make for lively conversation as there’s plenty to unpack before Silver Sands Marina arrives. Then onto ESPN for several midafternoon shows, as well as taping a special talk with E Street Radio.
 
“These songs hit on so many levels, it’s great to be able to talk about what we’re doing at all these different shows. I love the women at ‘The View,’ who are smart and fun, who get out there and live, so they come at the music from that place. I was honored to be asked to visit E Street Radio because I respect what Bruce shares with his people, that same passion and embracing life no matter what. Then everyone at ESPN speaks to that place in me that always says, ‘Nothing brings people together like sports and music,’ which is true.”

After the response to his first appearance, Chesney returns to TalkShopLive for a conversation on the 17th. Tune in at 8pm Eastern, he will have a more in-depth conversation, as well as take questions from people watching. Watch the conversation HERE.
 
Next week, Chesney joins “CBS Mornings” with Gayle King for a meaningful sit-down. He will also appear as part of Tom Llamas’ “Great Americans” series for “NBC Nightly News,” which looks at individuals who’ve bettered their communities and world. Lin-Manuel Miranda, Michael Phelps, retired astronaut Eileen Collins, John Grisham and more have taken part.
 
The Country Music Hall of Fame member will also be part of Howard Stern’s Howard 100 channel. On Sept. 23, the station will be slicing bits of an extended interview into their programming to celebrate Silver Sands Marina’s release.

“You can have a lot of conversations about the same thing, and they’re often not alike,” Chesney says. “When I looked at the schedule, I thought ‘This is a lot’; but I know when I start doing the actual conversations, I’m always amazed at what I learn about the songs and records, hearing what these people heard and experienced. I also think different people care about different things, so each of these shows lets this music land how it needs to for all the people.”
 
Pre-order, pre-save/pre-add Silver Sands Marina HERE.

Purchase the signed vinyl, CDs and limited vinyl picture discs, or watch Chesney’s first in-depth conversation about Silver Sands Marina on TalkShopLive HERE.

MIRANDA LAMBERT SCORES SEVEN CMA NOMINATIONS ARTIST ** PRODUCER ** SONGWRITER

Miranda Lambert, the Texas-born songwriting force and high-impact performer, received seven nominations for “The 60th Annual CMA Awards,” making her the second-most nominated artist for 2026 and increasing her tally as the most-nominated female artist of all time with 70 career nods. Beyond making history with her record-breaking 19th Female Vocalist of the Year nomination, she received a pair of Musical Event nominations for the double GRAMMY nominated “A Song To Sing” with Chris Stapleton and the recently released “Horses and Divorces” with Kacey Musgraves.
 
“When they told me it was the record, I was a little emotional,” Lambert admits. “Having always challenged myself to reach further, write or find better songs – to really make music that spoke to other women where they were, but anyone wherever, however they were living their life and needed a song to sing – it hit me both how long I’ve been doing this and how many great songs I’ve been blessed to be a part of. It’s the greatest honor to know this music hits people in the heart.”
 
Beyond her own music, Lambert’s role as co-writer and co-producer for Ella Langley yielded not only 2026’s biggest song in any genre, “Choosin’ Texas,” but it helped Langley become this year’s most-nominated artist overall. Lambert shares nominations in the Album category for Dandelion and Single for both “Choosin’ Texas” and “Be Her” with Langley and fellow producer Ben West. Lambert also receives a Song of the Year nomination for co-writing “Choosin’ Texas” with Langley, Luke Dick and Joybeth Taylor.

“I still have a hard time believing that the thing I started doing because I loved it became my career,” marveled Lambert following this morning’s announcement. “After all these years, getting to have firsts – to step into something new, help another artist bring their vision to life and discover something I haven’t done before – keeps it exciting and inspiring for me. These nominations are special because they remind me there are still ways to be inspired and help create something I’m proud of with people I believe in.”
 
Having started singing in bars as a 16-year-old in braids, Lambert built her swagger-forward country on songwriter-driven legends including Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings and David Allan Coe, while absorbing the detailed emotional storytelling of John Prine, Guy Clark and Emmylou Harris. The most-awarded woman in CMA history, Lambert forged a style that merged honest Texas bar-room aesthetics with a sensitivity to hard places that gave her headlong bravado real meaning.
 
Having won two Album of the Year Awards – 2010 for Revolution and 2014 for Platinum, as well as Song and Single of the Year among plenty, keeping her focus on the music has driven the woman who created the Pistol Annies with friends Ashley Monroe and Angaleena Presley, recorded myriad duets with everyone from Loretta Lynn and Sheryl Crow, Keith Urban, Carrie Underwood to Prine, Dierks Bentley, Little Big Town, as well as Don Henley and Mick Jagger, then started Big Loud Texas with friend Jon Randall to establish a label for Texas artists to protect their roots and establish careers that would sustain them.
 
And with all that, she’s just finished Crisco, inspired by the disco-meets-country boom that defined a slice of Texas country in the ‘70s and ‘80s. The eagerly anticipated Oct. 2 release, which features the Stapleton duet plus “Sunset Marquis,” the theme from the documentary “If These Walls Could Rock” about the legendary hotel, was one of The New York Times’ “34 Albums and Shows We’re Looking Forward to This Fall” selections. Lead critic Jon Pareles praised the album, “which leans toward the retro and the countrypolitan, complete with string arrangements, for a knowingly nostalgic sound and attitude.”
 
The 60th annual CMA Awards will broadcast live from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena Wednesday, Nov. 18 at 8 p.m. ET on ABC, Disney+ and next day on Hulu.
 
For more information, visit MirandaLambert.com and pre-order / pre-save the album HERE.

ERIC CHURCH REFLECTS ON THE MILES THAT MADE HIM IN NEW SONG “ON THE ROAD” OUT NOW

11-time GRAMMY nominee Eric Church has spent the better part of two decades turning the road into both a stage and a source of inspiration. Today, he releases new song “On The Road” via MCA, looking back at the iconic venues he’s played, the legends he’s shared the stage with and the moments that have shaped a life driven by a musical dream – all while proving the man Esquire dubbed “one of the most singular working artists in any genre” still has plenty of miles ahead. Listen BELOW.
 
Written by Church and produced by longtime collaborator Jay Joyce, “On The Road” traces the winding path of Church’s career through the memories that stay with him: playing to 50,000 people beneath the Northern Lights, taking the stage at Colorado’s iconic Red Rocks and sharing the stage with artists who helped define the music he came to make, including Kris Kristofferson, Willie Nelson and George Strait.
 
But the road has also carried moments no artist could ever anticipate. In one of the song’s most poignant lines, Church reflects on the Route 91 Harvest Festival tragedy as he sings, “I’ve seen the devil stop a show in Vegas / I’ve seen those angels get their forever wings.” Set alongside memories of career-defining stages and once-in-a-lifetime moments, the lines acknowledge the full weight of a life spent on the road.
 
As an artist who has become a North Star for a generation of musicians coming up behind him, Church turns that idea inward. The people and places that shaped him are now part of the path he’s paved for those following in his footsteps, and “On The Road” considers what it means to spend a life moving forward, knowing that someday the road will belong to someone else.
 
“Lookin’ back you think it’d seem so long, this winding path that I’ve been rollin’ on,” Church sings, before arriving at the song’s ultimate realization: one day he’ll be “just a name on a wall, and some other cowboy will hear the call.”
 
“There’s something about a life on the road where the miles start to blur together, yet the people and the moments never do,” shared Church. “Those are the things you carry with you. You realize how much of who you are was shaped somewhere between one town and the next, and maybe that’s why you never really stop wondering what’s waiting down the road.”
 
From the artists who inspired him to the artists now following his path, “On The Road” captures the continuing cycle of a life in music: the stages changing hands, the songs carrying stories forward and the next generation finding its own reason to answer the call.
 
For more information, visit EricChurch.com and follow on Facebook and Twitter/X @ericchurch and on Instagram@ericchurchmusic. 

MADDOX BATSON TO HOST MADDOX & FRIENDS BENEFIT CONCERT AT TENNESSEE’S WHITE HOUSE PUMPKIN PATCH ON OCT. 10

Two-time Billboard 21 Under 21 artist Maddox Batson will host Maddox & Friends on Oct. 10 at White House Pumpkin Patch. Benefiting the Tim Tebow Foundation (TTF), festivities will begin at 6 p.m. followed by Batson’s signature performance. Supported by Ducks Unlimited with on-site activation, general admission tickets are available for purchase HERE and limited meet and greets are available for purchase HERE.
 
In addition to Batson’s musical performance, general admission tickets offer admission to the White House Pumpkin Patch grounds and attractions: an 8-acre cornmaze, 2-acres of flower fields, hayrides, a corn cannon and pit, gem mining and various games. 
 
“My team and I are honored to support the Tim Tebow Foundation and return to White House Pumpkin Patch. The foundation exists to serve the world’s MVPs – most vulnerable people – through faith and service, and I strive to do the same,” shared Batson. “Our first benefit at the pumpkin patch was a success in 2024, and we’re excited to kick off the fall season with an evening of live music and festivities. Hope to see y’all there!”
 
The Tim Tebow Foundation exists to bring faith, hope and love to those needing a brighter day in their darkest hour of need. Founded in 2010 by two-time national champion, Heisman Trophy winner and seven-time New York Times bestselling author Tim Tebow, the foundation has served some of the world’s most vulnerable people across more than 120 countries and counting. Its mission is fulfilled daily through outreach focused on anti-human trafficking and child exploitation, orphan care and prevention, profound medical needs and special needs ministry.
 
The Maddox Batson & Friends benefit show debuted in 2024 with a Batson-shaped corn maze, plus hay rides, farm animals and games in support of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
 
Please visit maddoxbatson.com or thewhitehousepumpkinpatch.com for more information on the 2026 event.
 
White House Pumpkin Patch:
8601 Cross Plains Rd
White House, TN 37188

About Maddox Batson:
Rising country-pop artist Maddox Batson makes a name for himself this year as the only 16-year-old on a headlining international, world tour. The Nashville-based songwriter first gained attention for his covers of popular songs before showcasing his own songwriting talent with singles like “I Wanna Know” and “Tears In The River,” in addition to a co-write on “Tough” recorded by Lana Del Rey and Quavo. Batson’s First Dance (The After Party) deluxe EP released in 2025 to support his sold-out I Need A Truck Tour with singles “Coincidence,” “Girl In Green” and “No More” sang back to him by crowds night-after-night. 

In 2026, Batson’s Live Worldwide Tour spanned North America and Europe, with additional support dates on Tucker Wetmore’s The Brunette World Tour. Most recently, the Billboard 21 Under 21 artist released “Fallin’ Easy” and made his acting debut in the Nate Bargatze and Mandy Moore film The Breadwinner. For more information, please visit maddoxbatson.com. 
 
About Tim Tebow Foundation:
The Tim Tebow Foundation (TTF) exists to bring faith, hope and love to those needing a brighter day in their darkest hour of need. Since inception in 2010, the foundation has served some of the world’s Most Vulnerable People across more than 120 countries and counting. This mission is fulfilled daily through outreach focused on Anti-Human Trafficking and Child Exploitation, Orphan Care and Prevention, Profound Medical Needs, and Special Needs Ministry. To learn more about the Tim Tebow Foundation, visit www.timtebowfoundation.org.

COREY KENT ANNOUNCES 2027 HEARTLAND ROCK AND ROLL TOUR

Multi-Platinum Sony Music Nashville recording artist Corey Kent is taking his forthcoming album  Heartland Rock and Roll on the road, announcing his 2027 Heartland Rock and Roll Tour, a 20+ date cross-country trek kicking off Jan. 22 at Billy Bob’s Texas in Fort Worth, TX. The tour will make stops in Houston, Detroit, Columbus, Atlanta, Pittsburgh, Boston and more before culminating April 30 with Kent’s headline debut at Nashville’s famed Ryman Auditorium. Additional dates will be announced soon. Tyler Nance and Jacob Hackworth will join Kent as support throughout the tour. Tickets on sale Friday, Sept. 11 at 10 am local at coreykentofficial.com.

The tour announcement comes as Kent readies his third major-label album, Heartland Rock and Roll, which captures the Oklahoma native’s signature blend of country, rock and soul while putting a name to the sound he has spent his career building.

“This year I’ve played all over the world and opened up for some of my favorite artists,” shared Kent. “But now it feels like it’s time for a headline tour right here in the heartland…the Heartland Rock and Roll Tour! I’ve reimagined everything on this tour making this show unlike anything we’ve ever done. I hand picked some of my favorite venues in the country and it’s almost time! Tickets go on sale this Friday.”

Produced primarily by Austin Goodloe, with additional production from Jon Randall and Chris Farren, Heartland Rock and Roll spans 16 tracks that blend golden-hour nostalgia, rugged honesty and the peace that comes with staying true to yourself. The project features previously released tracks including “Everyday Life,” “Rocky Mountain Low” featuring Koe Wetzel, “Wannabe,” “Cigarette Burns,” “Rather Be Here” featuring Jason Aldean and current single “Empty Words,” which is Top 40 and climbing at country radio.

“Heartland Rock and Roll is my third major label album, and it’s really the first time I’ve been able to finally name the sound I’ve been working towards my entire career,” said Kent. “The lyrics span from nostalgia, to honest regrets and gratitude for the simple things I value most in life. From top to bottom, this is me. Every artist wants to leave their mark in music... a way to say, ‘I was here and I did it my way.’ This feels like mine. This is heartland rock and roll.”

Infusing Oklahoma roots with the untamed energy of a rebel rocker, Kent has built his career on doing things his own way. From dancehalls and dive bars in Bixby, Oklahoma, to earning two No. 1 singles at country radio, more than 1 billion career streams and multiple RIAA certifications, Kent’s rise has been steady, hard-earned and fueled by conviction.

“I’ve been fighting my differences for so long, but now it’s like, ‘Let’s just use those,’” Kent explains. “I’m not trying to be anybody else. Bigger fades, ‘better’ lasts.”

The forthcoming tour will bring Kent’s evolving sound to intimate theaters, clubs and legendary venues across the country, including a hometown-adjacent Texas kickoff at Billy Bob’s Texas and stops at Houston’s House of Blues, Atlanta’s Buckhead Theatre, Pittsburgh’s Stage AE and Boston’s House of Blues before the tour’s final night at the Ryman Auditorium.

To date, Kent has earned Platinum certification for “Something’s Gonna Kill Me,” Gold certification for “This Heart” and Triple-Platinum certification for his No. 1 breakthrough hit “Wild As Her.” Rolling Stone has praised the Oklahoman native for giving “the region’s signature sound a shot of mainstream sensibility,” while CMT and the Opry NextStage program have recognized him as an artist to watch. He has toured alongside Morgan Wallen, Jason Aldean, Parker McCollum, Jon Pardi and Koe Wetzel.

COREY KENT’S 2027 HEARTLAND ROCK AND ROLL TOUR
*Jan. 22 – Billy Bob’s Texas – Main Stage – Fort Worth, TX
*Jan. 23 – House of Blues – Houston, TX
*Jan. 28 – Majestic Theatre – Detroit, MI
*Jan. 29 – The Bluestone – Columbus, OH
*Jan. 30 – Dusty Armadillo – Rootstown, OH
*Feb. 4 – Wooly’s – Des Moines, IA
*Feb. 5 – Varsity Theater – Minneapolis, MN
*Feb. 6 – Bourbon Theatre – Lincoln, NE
*Feb. 18 – Buckhead Theatre – Atlanta, GA
*Feb. 19 – The Foundry – Greenville, SC
*Feb. 20 – Charleston Music Hall – Charleston, SC
*Feb. 25 – The Signal – Chattanooga, TN
*Feb. 26 – Coyote Joe’s – Charlotte, NC
*Feb. 27 – The Senate – Columbia, SC
*Mar. 11 – Stage AE – Pittsburgh, PA
*Mar. 12 – The Fillmore Silver Spring – Silver Spring, MD
*Mar. 13 – The Paramount – Huntington, NY
^Mar. 18 – Toad’s Place – New Haven, CT
^Mar. 19 – Aura – Portland, ME
^Mar. 20 – House of Blues – Boston, MA
*Apr. 30 – Ryman Auditorium – Nashville, TN
*Tyler Nance
^Jacob Hackworth
For the latest news and information about Corey Kent, visit coreykentofficial.com.

ERIC CHURCH REFLECTS ON A LIFE “ON THE ROAD” New Music Arrives This Thursday, September 10

11-time GRAMMY nominee Eric Church has spent the better part of two decades turning the road into both a stage and a source of inspiration. With new song “On The Road” arriving this Thursday, Sept. 10 via MCA, he looks back at the iconic venues he’s played, the legends he’s shared the stage with and the moments that have shaped a life driven by a musical dream – all while proving the man Esquire dubbed “one of the most singular working artists in any genre” still has plenty of miles ahead. Pre-order/pre-save “On The Road” HERE.
 
Written by Church and produced by longtime collaborator Jay Joyce, “On The Road” traces the winding path of Church’s career through the memories that stay with him: from playing to crowds beneath the Northern Lights to sharing the stage with artists who helped define the music he came to make. 
 
For an artist who has become a North Star for a generation of musicians coming up behind him, Church turns that idea inward. Rather than looking at his career from the outside, “On The Road” considers what it means to spend a life moving forward, knowing that someday the road will belong to someone else.
 
“Lookin’ back you think it’d seem so long, this winding path that I’ve been rollin’ on,” Church sings, before arriving at the song’s most poignant realization: one day he’ll be “just a name on a wall, and some other cowboy will hear the call.”
 
“There’s something about a life on the road where the miles start to blur together, yet the people and the moments never do,” reflects Church. “Those are the things you carry with you. You realize how much of who you are was shaped somewhere between one town and the next, and maybe that’s why you never really stop wondering what’s waiting down the road.”

In keeping with his longstanding commitment to the Church Choir, Church is giving all premium members an early listen to the song starting NOW in the Eric Church app and at EricChurch.com. Register HERE.
 
For more information, visit EricChurch.com and follow on Facebook and Twitter/X @ericchurch and on Instagram@ericchurchmusic.

About Eric Church
A seven-time ACM Award winner, four-time CMA Award winner (including 2020’s Entertainer of the Year), TIME100Philanthropy 2025 honoree and 11-time GRAMMY nominee – including four nods for Best Country Album, Eric Church has built a passionate fan base through his critically acclaimed catalog of music. Church’s 2024 release, “Darkest Hour,” saw the superstar signing over all of his publishing royalties to the people of North Carolina to provide immediate relief following the devastation of Hurricane Helene, while also providing ongoing funds to support a more resilient future for his home state. The song is featured on his latest album, Evangeline vs. The Machine, marking his first new music since 2021’s Heart & Soul triple album (“Stick That In Your Country Song,” “Hell Of A View”). That project followed prior releases including RIAA Gold-certified Desperate Man (“Some Of It,” “Desperate Man”), Platinum-certified Sinners Like Me (“How ’Bout You,” “Guys Like Me”), Carolina (“Smoke a Little Smoke,” “Love Your Love the Most”) and Mr. Misunderstood (“Record Year,” “Round Here Buzz”), Double-Platinum certified The Outsiders (“Like a Wrecking Ball,” “Talladega”) and 4x Platinum-certified Chief (“Springsteen,” “Drink In My Hand”), as well as 32 Gold, Platinum and multi-Platinum certified songs. Church is also a minority owner of the Charlotte Hornets, a co-owner of the iconic Field & Stream brand, and has his own SiriusXM music channel, “Eric Church Outsiders Radio,” his own liquor offering, Whiskey JYPSI, and his own six-story venue on Nashville’s famed lower Broadway, Chief’s. 

COUNTRY SPLASH KICKS OFF INAUGURAL WEEKEND IN CABO SAN LUCAS

Country Splash’s inaugural weekend is officially underway, bringing country music against the backdrop of a destination getaway to launch the first-ever multi-day beachfront country festival in Cabo, with performances from Tucker Wetmore, Dasha and more launching the three-day experience at Paradisus Los Cabos.
 
As guests arrived at Paradisus Los Cabos, they were welcomed by sunny skies, oceanfront views and the festival’s service-first hospitality. With the all-inclusive resort and beach open for guests to settle into the destination throughout the day, the anticipation built ahead of the evening’s Main Stage performances.
 
At 7 p.m., Jacob Hackworth kicked things off as the sun began to set over Cabo, performing songs from his upcoming debut EP What Took You So Long, before Dee Jay Silver arrived to keep the energy building, blending country favorites with hip-hop, house and EDM between each act, followed by Blake Whiten, whose performance included his Billboard Hot 100-charting single “Bet On That.”
 
Dasha then took the stage to deliver a high-energy set that included her breakout hit, “Austin,” complete with a full-band show to cap it off.
 
Tucker Wetmore brought the inaugural night to its peak with a set featuring fan-favorites “Wind Up Missing You,” “3, 2, 1,” and “Sunburn.”
 
“Great to be able to do what I love at the beach,” Wetmore enthused a half-dozen songs in. “This is officially night one of Country Splash,” he proudly exclaimed to a ready-crowd before introducing his friend and co-writer, Hackworth, to join him on “Wine Into Whiskey.” With a 90-minute set that included “doing whatever I want up here,” Wetmore took the intentionally-intimate festival crowd back with “Casino” and brought a comedic side with banter in between his cover of "Drops of Jupiter” and leading the at-capacity-crowd through Beethoven, Queen and Journey sing-alongs on piano.
 
As day one came to a close, Country Splash Cabo’s opening night line-up set the tone for the rest of the weekend, with its intimate setting offering the energy of a can’t-miss festival alongside the personalized experience at the heart of Country Splash.
 
Country Splash continues Saturday with morning wellness programming hosted by Sports Research, a daytime pool party featuring Diplo and ADHD, a sunset acoustic performance from surprise guests and evening performances from Jon Pardi, LOCASH and Zach John King.
 
Single day tickets are still available for Saturday, September 5, and Sunday, September 6, featuring performances from Riley Green, Cameron Whitcomb, Lauren Watkins, VAVO and more. Tickets are available to purchase HERE.
 
On Saturday, September 5, and Sunday, September 6, Country Splash and official wellness partner Sports Research are bringing opportunities to reset and recharge through the weekend with a Saturday morning movement and meditation session and Diplo’s Wellness Experience on Sunday. Both experiences are scheduled for 9am and are available to book through Country Splash’s concierge team.
 
Throughout the weekend, Sports Research will serve as Country Splash’s wellness concierge, weaving hydration, recovery and self-care into the guest experience. The interactive Recovery Lounge will feature Sports Research Hydrate Electrolytes, Vitamin D3+K2 Gummies and Vitamin C Gummies, with Hydrate also available in the Members Private Club and dedicated wellness support for participating artists. Festivalgoers will also get an exclusive first look at what’s next from Sports Research, previewing a new product ahead of its official launch.
 
For updates and additional information, follow along @CountrySplash or visit CountrySplash.com.

Tucker Wetmore headlines Country Splash Cabo on Friday, Sept. 4. | Photo Credit: Daniel Pantoja

HEY NOW RECORDS SIGNS KYLE SCHUESLER

HEY NOW Records hit the streets hard, delivering the first independent complete radio panel lock on a first week single with Kenny Chesney’s “Carry On.” That same passion has fueled more groundbreaking, record-shattering moments, including Chesney’s 100th charting single and elevating him to the country artist with the most Billboard Country Airplay Top 10 singles, alongside the most Billboard Country Airplay No. 1 singles.

“To follow that kind of momentum, we knew we would need a very special artist – and we have been in discussions with several songwriter-artists, performers with massive social media and/or live followings,” offers HEY NOW President & Co-Founder Kris Lamb. “But we couldn’t be more thrilled to announce our first signing being Kyle Schuesler, a West Coast-based roots-songwriter who has a way of wrapping his songs around emotions most people miss – but they’re the ones that really define our lives.”

Schuesler, a 22-year-old guitarist, vocalist and writer, makes good on the promise of Southern California’s Laurel, Coldwater and Topanga Canyon’s vast heritage. With the sweeping urgency, freedom and love of the moment that defined Buffalo Springfield, certain moments of the Byrds, the Burritos, The Beach Boys and Jackson Browne without ever becoming a reductive re-enactor, Schuesler’s music is stained as much by the foam on the waves as the cerulean skies and sun-burned roads rolling up the coastline from San Diego to San Francisco.

“People don’t really know what to call it: Indie? Alt-folk? Acoustic-pop? Coastal country? I’m not sure why people feel they need to label it instead of just listening and enjoying the music,” says the easy-going Huntington Beach, Californian. “The things I love don’t fit in boxes – Noah Kahan, The Lumineers, Zach Bryan – but they feel right when you hear them. That’s what drew me to HEY NOW, no one at the label cared what it was, as much as how much they loved these songs.”

Having signed to Liz Rose Music after releasing 12 individual singles on his own, Schuesler has been taking his writing to new heights and places. Always an introspective artist who’s unafraid of the vulnerable truths, he’s spent the last few months exploring the creative possibilities with Tom Douglas, Jaren Johnston, Ryan Hurd, Troy Cartwright, Joe Fox and Lauren McLamb while continuing to play shows around his native California and beyond, plus Austin’s South By Southwest, Coastal Country Jam and opening shows for Vance Joy, Alana Springsteen, Evan Honer, Jonah Kagen and Logan Crosby.

“Kyle has such a unique way of merging styles,” says Lamb. “It’s seamless, all these genres that people love as his own sound. As a vocalist, not only does his voice have a real warmth that draws you in, he can do things very few singers can. When he goes into a falsetto, you don’t realize how hard that is – and it’s the way he makes everything seem so easy that makes you want to keep listening.”

Continuing to write with some of Nashville’s most elite songwriters, current collaborators and on his own, he’s slated to enter the studio in the next few months. Look for music on HEY NOW in late 2026.

Kyle Schuesler signs with HEY NOW Records.
Front Row L to R: Kyle Schuesler and Kris Lamb (Co-Founder, President, HEY NOW Records)
Back Row L to R: John Esposito (Co-Founder, HEY NOW Records) and Clint Higham (Co-Founder, HEY NOW Records) | Photo Credit: Zach Wesner/HEY NOW Records

Corey Kent Reflects on "Everyday Life” with Latest Release Ahead of 'Heartland Rock and Roll’ Available 9/25

Multi-Platinum Sony Music Nashville recording artist Corey Kent releases “Everyday Life,” the latest preview of his forthcoming album, Heartland Rock and Roll, due Sept. 25. Available everywhere today, the heartfelt new track offers an honest reflection on the everyday blessings, hard work and gratitude that come with building a life worth being thankful for.

Listen to “Everyday Life” and pre-save Heartland Rock and Roll HERE. Watch the “Everyday Life” music video BELOW.

"'Everyday Life' is a bit of a departure for me in a really fun way and it puts the ‘heartland' in this record for me. I typically keep my personal life relatively private so it was cool to give folks a glimpse into my everyday life. Hearing my kids' voices in the first few seconds is such a perfect snapshot of this season of my life as a husband and father,” shares Kent. "I don’t think I’ve ever experienced more joy or had more fun writing and recording a song to date. And I hope we captured some of the magic of Travis Tritt’s ‘It’s a Great Day to Be Alive.’ Lighthearted yet REAL with a simplicity and optimism that make you want to sing along."

Written by Kent alongside Austin Goodloe, Matt Roy and Lydia Vaughan, “Everyday Life” finds Kent looking beyond the noise and celebrating the things that matter most: family, hard work, a life built together and the simple realization that sometimes having it good means appreciating exactly where you are.

The release is accompanied by a new music video that brings the song’s message to life through a deeply personal lens, featuring Kent’s family in their music video debut. The intimate visual offers a glimpse into the everyday moments behind the artist and the life that inspires his music.

“Everyday Life” continues the rollout of Heartland Rock and Roll, Kent’s highly anticipated third major-label album and the project that finally puts a name to the sound he’s spent years building.

“Heartland Rock and Roll is my third major label album, and it’s really the first time I’ve been able to finally name the sound I’ve been working towards my entire career,” shared Kent. “These songs sound like where I’m from. The lyrics span from nostalgia, to honest regrets and gratitude for the simple things I value most in life. From top to bottom, this is me. Every artist wants to leave their mark in music... a way to say, ‘I was here and I did it my way.’ This feels like mine. This is heartland rock and roll.”

Produced primarily by Austin Goodloe, with additional production from Jon Randall and Chris Farren, Heartland Rock and Roll captures golden-hour nostalgia, rugged honesty and the peace that comes with staying true to yourself. Across 16 tracks, Kent blends country, rock and soul into the signature sound that has defined his career.

The release of “Everyday Life” arrives as Kent’s current single, “Empty Words,” continues its explosive run at country radio. Already Top 40 at Country Radio with “Empty Words,” the album rollout has also included standout releases “Rocky Mountain Low” featuring Koe Wetzel, “Wannabe,” “Cigarette Burns” and "Rather Be Here," featuring Jason Aldean, offering fans an increasingly expansive look at Kent’s evolving sound.

Infusing Oklahoma roots with the untamed energy of a rebel rocker, Kent has built his career on doing things his own way. From dancehalls and dive bars in Bixby, Oklahoma, to earning two No. 1 singles at country radio, more than 1 billion career streams and multiple RIAA certifications, Kent’s rise has been steady, hard-earned and fueled by conviction.

“I’ve been fighting my differences for so long, but now it’s like, ‘Let’s just use those,’” Kent explains. “I’m not trying to be anybody else. Bigger fades, ‘better’ lasts.”

The forthcoming album follows Kent’s breakout projects Blacktop and Black Bandana, which established the singer-songwriter as one of country music’s most compelling and unconventional voices. To date, Kent has earned Platinum certification for “Something’s Gonna Kill Me,” Gold certification for “This Heart” and Triple-Platinum certification for his No. 1 breakthrough hit “Wild As Her.”

Rolling Stone has praised the Oklahoman native for giving “the region’s signature sound a shot of mainstream sensibility,” while CMT and the Opry NextStage program have recognized him as an artist to watch. He has toured alongside Morgan Wallen, Jason Aldean, Parker McCollum, Jon Pardi and Koe Wetzel.

For the latest news and information about Corey Kent, visit coreykentofficial.com.

JOAN OF ARC MUSIC SIGNS ANNA RAE TO MANAGEMENT

Joan of Arc Music announces the signing of Anna Rae to management. A native of Charlotte, NC, Rae began her music career starring as Young Elsa in Disney’s “Frozen” on Broadway at 12 years old. At 16, she moved to Nashville and found her home in the songwriting community. She releases her debut song, “Run Cinderella,” that she co-wrote with Stephanie Chapman and Emily Landis.  LISTEN Below and learn more about Rae at www.annaraeofficial.com.

“Anna is one of the purest and most timeless vocalists of her generation,” explains Cindy Mabe, Founder and CEO of Joan of Arc Music. “She’s a storyteller and songwriter with depth beyond her age, and she’s instantly relatable. We are so proud to help grow her career and introduce her to wider audiences.”

“Cindy Mabe and the Joan of Arc Music team are true advocates of country music,” shares Rae. “They are entirely dedicated to the heart and stories of artists and believe in building careers with intention and longevity - caring for both the art and the soul behind it. I feel incredibly grateful to be supported in a way that gives me the freedom to evolve and take risks. I couldn’t be more excited about everything we’re building together!”

Splitting her time between Charlotte and Nashville, Rae has spent the last few years honing her songwriting.  She recently made her Bluebird Café debut and hosted a prestigious Tin Pan South writer's round at the legendary Station Inn alongside award-winning songwriters Matraca Berg, Emily Landis and Stephanie Chapman. Matraca plays harmonica on “Run Cinderella” while Chapman and Landis can be heard on background vocals. “Run Cinderella” is the first release from Rae’s deeply personal project that chronicles her transformative coming-of-age journey over the past three years.

Joan of Arc Music is a comprehensive 360 entertainment company founded by music industry visionary Cindy Mabe, dedicated to preserving the legacy of country music while championing its future through artist development, label services, publishing, management, TV/film production, and philanthropic impact. Operating through four integrated pillars—Joan of Arc Entertainment, Joan of Arc Studio Works, Joan of Arc Ventures, and Joan of Arc Music Preservation Foundation—the company preserves the roots of American storytelling while fostering a culture where creativity is driven by purpose, craft and truth. Mabe brings decades of proven success developing country music's biggest stars, including Carrie Underwood, Chris Stapleton, Luke Bryan and Brad Paisley, among others. Joan of Arc Music has secured a strategic distribution partnership with Warner Records Nashville and is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee. For more information, visit www.joanofarcmusic.com.

L to R: Joan of Arc Music Founder and CEO Cindy Mabe and Anna Rae | Photo Credit: Adrienne Kelley 

Kenny Chesney's Goldfish Starts Swimming, "Today Show," "ET," WSJ Are ALL In

Take a band built on individual award winners, add custom old time Western suits, glorious locations, high spirits, and the kind of old school country wordplay that suggests Willie Nelson, Roger Miller or Shel Silverstein, you get the video for “Goldfish,” the next grat track from Kenny Chesney’s eagerly anticipated Silver Sands Marina. When buzz about the technicolor, high whimsy clip started making the rounds, it wasn’t long until inquiries were made.
 
With Silver Sands Marina scheduled to drop Sept. 25, a select few outlets got to participate in today’s launch. Beyond CBS’ “Sunday Morning” re-airing Chesney’s profile from Key West, it was featured on NBC’s “TODAY,” “Entertainment Tonight,” and the Wall Street Journal’s brand new “My Two Sentences,” created to be short truth blasts to inspire heading into the weekend.
 
“Music’s power is that it’s positive energy and joy when you most need it,” the East Tennessee songwriter-superstar shared with the storied business publication. “Songs can change everything.”
 
“You listen to ‘Goldfish,’ where the guy wants to be all these animals based on their key attribute,” Chesney explains, “and it could almost be a children’s song. The melody is so happy, it bounces along and picks you up with it. But when you get to the chorus and you realize he’s cried a fishbowl of tears, ‘drunk as a skunk, trying to get over you,’ it’s so clever, smart and spinning the pain into a whole other commodity, who wouldn’t love this song?”


Written by double GRAMMY winner Tia Sillers, two-time Juno Award winner Tenille Townes and ACM/CMA Award winner Gordie Sampson, Chesney used lavish Hawaiian steel guitar to set a mood for a song that evokes a different era. Then he headed straight to Maui with Rosie & The Revival to romp through the Rodeo General Store, Mama’s Fish House and along Ku’au Bay.
 
“When a song has this much fun to every aspect of it, you want to capture the spirit for everyone to see,” Chesney explains. “The band and I had more fun than we can possibly share, whether it was walking on the beach like the Monkees, bringing that giant cardboard cut-out of Flat (Kenny) Greenberg, looking at the night sky, talking about life or just laughing at nothing… That’s the kind of joy I want people to take from this song, whether they’re dating, hating or just fine thank you.”
 
Add in hula girls, breaking waves, and a straight-to-camera delivery, this is the leader of No Shoes Nation at his freest and most exuberant. Having created some iconic videos – “American Kids,” “When The Sun Goes Down,” “Noise,” “Young” and even “Silver Sands Marina” – both the Shaun Silva-directed “Goldfish” and new track deliver on everything that has made Chesney not just stadium-sized for over two decades, but an artist who represents finding the positivity in every possible situation – even if it’s spinning the circumstances into a philosophical take that makes you smile.
 
Pre-order, pre-save/pre-add Silver Sands Marina HERE.

Purchase the signed vinyl, CDs and limited vinyl picture discs, or watch Chesney’s first in-depth conversation about Silver Sands Marina on TalkShopLive HERE.

WME Signs 'Girls in Low Places' for Global Representation

WME has signed Katie Atkin and her country music podcast and digital brand Girls in Low Places for global representation.

Founded in 2024, Girls in Low Places has quickly evolved from a UK-born country music podcast into a multifaceted media platform with a growing presence on both sides of the Atlantic. Combining humor, personality and a distinctly international perspective, Girls in Low Places gives fans an authentic look at country music through candid artist conversations, behind-the-scenes access, original social content and live experiences.

Over the past year, Girls in Low Places has featured conversations with Luke Bryan, Blake Shelton, Thomas Rhett, Shaboozey, HARDY, Cody Johnson, Lainey Wilson, Carly Pearce, Zach Top and more. The platform has become a destination for country music fans looking to go beyond the traditional artist interview while continuing to champion the artists shaping the genre’s future.

Today, Girls in Low Places reaches a community of more than 100,000 followers across platforms, representing growth of more than 400% in less than a year. Its monthly social reach has climbed as high as 16 million, with coverage surrounding the CMA Awards generating approximately 40 million views.

“Girls in Low Places was built around the idea of creating a home for girls in country music, a place where female voices, stories and perspectives are celebrated, supported and given room to be heard,” shared Atkin. “What started as a passion project, has grown into an incredible community, and I’m so proud of what we’ve built together. Partnering with WME feels like such an exciting next chapter. Their belief in our vision and what Girls in Low Places can become gives us the opportunity to dream bigger and continue building this platform in ways we’ve only begun to imagine. Let’s go girls...we’re just getting started.”

“Katie has created something truly distinctive with Girls in Low Places, combining her natural ability to connect with artists and fans with a fresh, international perspective on country music,” said WME’s Lindsey Dodge. “The growth she has achieved in such a short time is remarkable, and our entire team is excited to represent Katie and Girls in Low Places as they expand across media, live experiences and new opportunities around the world.”

At WME, Atkin and Girls in Low Places will be represented by Lindsey Dodge, Sara Pincus, Beth Hamilton, Abby Wells Baas, Millie Webber and Hannah Spark.

Girls in Low Places podcast episodes are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube. For more information, follow on Instagram @thegirlsinlowplaces and TikTok @girlsinlowplacespodcast. 

About WME:
WME is the world’s preeminent talent agency. With over 125 years of experience, WME enables artists, athletes and brands to grow their businesses, leverage the full potential of their intellectual property and bring projects to life that define the cultural landscape. WME’s expertise spans books, comedy, digital media, fashion, film, food, licensing, music, sports, television, theater and more. Headquartered in Beverly Hills, WME’s office locations include Australia, Chicago, China, London, Miami, Nashville and New York. WME is part of WME Group, a global network of businesses that represent the world’s leading talent, intellectual property and brands. For more information, please visit www.wmeagency.com.

Darius Rucker Returns With New Music: "I Believe" Arrives 9/9

Three-time GRAMMY Award winner and multi-Diamond certified superstar Darius Rucker returns with eagerly-awaited single “I Believe,” his first new music since his acclaimed 2023 album Carolyn’s Boy. Arriving Sept. 9 via MCA Nashville, the new single is available to pre-save/pre-order HERE.
 
Written by Rucker alongside Eric Paslay, Wayne Hector and producer Steve Robson, “I Believe” is a deeply personal yet universally relatable song rooted in hope and perseverance. Its message speaks to the moments when the world can feel uncertain and the path forward can seem difficult, offering a reminder to hold onto the things that endure: a faith in love and truth, a hope that there is always somewhere to return to, and the resilience to keep moving through the darkness toward the light.
 
“I think we all have moments when we wonder if things are ever going to get better,” Rucker says. “For me, this song is about remembering what you believe in when everything around you makes that hard. I believe in love. I believe in truth. I believe there’s always hope, and I believe in the people listening to this song. Sometimes you just need that reminder to keep going.”

“I call it my love letter to America,” he reflected during a recent appearance on “The Dan Patrick Show,” where he performed an acoustic preview of the song. “The way the world is, where we are right now – I believe in us.” Rucker also performed the song live throughout his recently concluded Songs of Summer Tour, with anticipation building among fans across social media.
 
For more information, visit www.dariusrucker.com and follow on social media @DariusRucker.

Ian Munsick’s 4th Studio Album, THE MOUNTAIN GOAT, is Available Now

As one of modern country’s few Rocky Mountain artists – and the only one to merge its timeless traditions with an electrifying roots-pop edge – Wyoming native Ian Munsick has taken his music to the wild places few singer-songwriters go. Yet with his fourth album, The Mountain Goat, he climbs farther out on his creative ledge than ever, all to prove Western culture is not a costume.
 
Listen to The Mountain Goat, available now, HERE. 
 
Marking his first independent album and the start of a new partnership between his own WEST TO THE REST RECORDS / Triple Tigers Records, Munsick remains as sure footed as his project’s fearless namesake, thriving in the isolation of a Western-flavored country pop frontier. But over a series of dizzying vocal peaks, new themes of incomparable beauty and harrowing hardship find the sonic homesteader in close harmony with nature.
 
“As usual, I just want to make sure the part of the country I come from is accurately portrayed in country music,” he explains. “There’s a lot of country in the Rockies and out West that needs representation, and I truly believe that’s a world where I will never run out of creative ammunition.”
 
Brought up in the shadow of the Big Horns on a family ranch outside of Sheridan, Wyoming, it’s a world Munsick knows by heart. Singing in the family string band before emerging as a solo artist in 2017, he earned the tongue-in-cheek “Mountain G.O.A.T.” title through hardscrabble success, wielding a tenor vocal as crisp as a mile-high morning. 
 
Racking up over one billion career streams between previous albums Coyote Cry, White Buffalo, and Eagle Feather, Munsick has produced one RIAA-Platinum duet “Long Live Cowgirls” (with Cody Johnson) – which also hit No. 1 on SiriusXM’s The Highway Hot 30 Countdown – plus two Gold-certified hits: “Long Haul” and “Horses Are Faster.” Spotify, CMT, and the Grand Ole Opry were among the taste-making institutions to recognize Munsick’s vision, and concertgoers across the globe found a Western authenticity that can’t be faked – at least, not where Munsick’s from. It allowed him to make history in 2025, becoming the first Wyoming-born artist to headline Cheyenne Frontier Days, the iconic rodeo known around the world as the “Daddy of ‘Em All.” 
 
With The Mountain Goat, his quest to capture the Western mystique and bring it to fans continues. Fusing genuine tradition with cutting-edge sonics, 15 tracks (including two interludes and one reprise) feature an “earthy” new organic undercurrent, with the multi-instrumental master more connected to his acoustic roots – and more protective of his territory. After buying a small ranch near the Wyoming/Montana border, he and wife Caroline welcomed the birth of his second child in 2025 – a daughter named Roan – filling his heart with more songs than ever.
 
“It’s just about 180 acres of prairie grass by the Big Horn Mountains – a peaceful spot where we can escape the craziness of Nashville,” Munsick explains. “My music is very inspired by the outdoors and the people that work the land, so it’s a great spot to reconnect and remember what my family and I have is real. What the Earth has for us is real. Tapping into those emotions is key.”
 
Co-writing every new song, Munsick explores the profound perspectives brought into focus by the West’s mythical vistas – and the awe-inspiring experience of fatherhood, falling in love, and finding one’s place in the world. That includes the plucky heartbreak anthem, “Love Is Blind” – a high-flying fiddle-pop jam currently scaling the treacherous slopes of country radio. 
 
Co-produced by Munsick with Mike Robinson and Jeremy Spillman, The Mountain Goat continues to blaze new trails across the country landscape. An avalanche of untamed vocal power and raw, grizzled energy still form the bedrock of his sound, but Munsick’s string-band roots shine alongside a serene sonic charm, both wild and a bit whimsical. To get the effect, he and his team laid the foundation of each track personally. 
 
Munsick played acoustic and electric guitar, mandolin, bass, banjo, harmonica – even bouzouki and piano – then a seasoned group of Nashville’s session hands helped finish the songs off. Among them, Ross Holmes’ fiddle was essential to multiple tracks. Justin Schipper added a cinematic pedal steel, and drummer Aaron Sterling gave it all a sense of forward momentum.
 
That much is clear from the album opening title track. A fiddle sawing banjo stomp with Munsick’s edgy vocal buzz in its full glory, “The Mountain Goat” is both a classic play on words spotlighting his Rocky Mountain credentials, and a tribute to those who resist the flat lands of conformity.
 
Elsewhere, tracks like the primal, pulse-pounding “Geronimo” take a flying leap off the ledge of love, and the easy trot of “My Montana” gives Big-Sky romance a mood-boosting beat (plus a soaring, free-spirited sound). “I’m a true tenor so there’s no use trying to fit in with the country norm,” Munsick says with a laugh. “Just got to work with the tools God gave me.”

Meanwhile, the overwhelming emotion of becoming a girl-dad surprised Munsick, even as an experienced parent. Tracks like stormy soul ballad “Blue Roan” begin with a tender, Spanish-style guitar, before swelling into a ferocious warning to any future smooth-talking outlaws. It’s joined by the controlled explosive outburst of “World War III.” “I’m a friendly guy, but if you hurt her, I’m going to hunt you down. Those are new emotions for me,” he explains.
 
Mother nature takes its rightful place in the center of Munsick’s worldview – even when it’s not obvious. With rusty country-rock hooks and a steel-braided drawl, “Cutthroat World” turns an icy trout stream into a restorative getaway. Through the serene prairie pop of “Palomino Eyes,” Munsick’s free-rein falsetto helps frame the stunning beauty he sees in his wife – and the beautiful world she makes possible. On “Winter in Wyoming,” he bids a sub-zero goodbye to a bitter heart.
 
Munsick takes on the role of a protector on the quiet, soul-and-steel guitar ballad, “Made Me a Man,” then the antidote to heartbreak on the intoxicating, atmospheric rocker, “Medicine Man.” A hand-crafted selection of interludes reference his favorite movie (Legends of the Fall) and an old-timey favorite from his family band (“The Girl I Left Behind”). But it’s not nostalgia Munsick feels for the Western way of life. That, he’s quick to point out, is very much alive.
 
With the rough-and-ready roadhouse anthem “Earn Your Spurs,” the rancher-turned-Rocky Mountain ambassador sizes up the cosmopolitan cowboys he sees every day. A dusky swirl of baritone guitar and cinematic synth back the message “Anyone can buy the boots, but you gotta earn your spurs.” As The Mountain Goat, it’s both a truth he was born into, and wisdom he’s privileged to share with the world.
 
“I don’t want to come off as a jerk, but being a cowboy is a lot more than just wearing the hat,” he says. “The main thing is just being able to be real and be who I am. What I want is for people to understand that Western life is not a thing of the past. It’s still here and hopefully it will continue to thrive in the mainstream of country music. And if you know, you know.”

WME SIGNS JAID JOICE FOR GLOBAL REPRESENTATION

Singer-songwriter Jaid Joice signs with WME for global representation. With lyrics that feel like pages from a diary, Joice embraces the highs and lows of life, crafting songs that resonate with those who have experienced change, growth and the rollercoaster of emotions that come with it.
 
Joice recently released her debut song “Cigarettes” and hosted an August 14 release show at The Underdog in celebration of her streaming debut. “Cigarettes” is available on all platforms, streaming Below.

Blending rock, country, blues and soul, Joice’s passion for music derives from childhood household sounds including Janis Joplin, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Nirvana, Patsy Cline and The Allman Brothers. Prior to signing with WME, Joice began playing guitar at the age of nine. The singer-songwriter signed her first label development agreement at 13 and publishing agreement at 18.
 
“I am beyond excited to join the WME family. The artists WME has worked with have been a huge inspiration to me from a young age,” shared Joice. “I am grateful for the journey to come, with a team built on perseverance and a true love for live music!”
 
“Every once in a while, an artist comes along whose talent is simply undeniable, and Jaid is one of those artists,” said WME’s Jon Folk. “She has a voice you don’t forget, incredible instincts as a musician and an authenticity that immediately connects. We’re incredibly excited to represent her and help build what we believe will be a very special career.”
 
Joice will support Muscadine Bloodline’s tour on select dates. Offering a nostalgic yet contemporary take on storytelling, Jaid Joice continues to be represented by F13 Music Group for management and Lost Highway Records for label services.
 
For more information, visit https://jaidjoice.com.

L-R Front Row: WME’s Lindsey Hastings, Jaid Joice and F13 Music Group’s Keith Hoffman
L-R Back Row: WME’s Lance Roberts, Geoff Turner, Jon Folk and Braeden Rountree 
Photo Courtesy of WME

About WME:
WME is the world’s preeminent talent agency. With over 125 years of experience, WME enables artists, athletes and brands to grow their businesses, leverage the full potential of their intellectual property and bring projects to life that define the cultural landscape. WME’s expertise spans books, comedy, digital media, fashion, film, food, licensing, music, sports, television, theater and more.  Headquartered in Beverly Hills, WME’s office locations include Australia, Chicago, China, London, Miami, Nashville and New York. WME is part of WME Group, a global network of businesses that represent the world’s leading talent, intellectual property and brands. For more information, please visit www.wmeagency.com.

IAN MUNSICK DROPS NEW CLOTHING LINE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH SCHAEFER OUTFITTER

As Ian Munsick prepares to release his fourth studio album, The Mountain Goat, this Friday – which received early praise from The Tennessean for its “sweeping Western storytelling and vivid landscapes” – the Wyoming native is celebrating with the launch of his capsule collaboration collection with Schaefer Outfitter, available now HERE.
 
"The wait is over! Our clothing line collaboration with Schaefer Outfitter is finally yours. Caroline and I have waited years to deliver the kind of quality and style that this line embodies,” Munsick remarks. “I'll be wearing every single piece both on stage and on the ranch in Wyoming. Make sure to claim yours before they run out!" 

Ian Munsick and friends pose in Schaefer Outfitter shirts | Photo Credit: Ben Christensen

As Munsick embarks on his Road to the Mountain Goat western tour, Schaefer Outfitter will join on select stops in Park City, Utah; Laramie, Wyoming; and Deadwood, South Dakota. At each location, fans will have the opportunity to see and try pieces from the collection. The tour's merch operation will also carry Schaefer Outfitter hats and tees for fans to purchase.
 
Founded in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, Schaefer Outfitter has spent four decades providing western wear to working cowboys and ranchers. Their collection with Munsick includes custom pearl snap shirts, outerwear, hats and graphic tees designed collaboratively between Munsick and the Schaefer team. 
 
The collaboration was born from hands-on involvement with both Ian and Caroline Munsick providing design inspiration, artwork direction, fabric details, naming inspiration and more. With the line dropping around the arrival of Munsick’s fourth studio album, The Mountain Goat, songs off the project including “Geronimo” draw inspiration in multiple pieces.
 
“New album! New tour! New clothing line! The entire Schaefer Outfitter team is so thankful that we were able to be part of Ian’s journey,” adds Jason Smith, CEO of Schaefer Outfitter. “From the very beginning, we could not believe how much Ian’s commitment to quality, creativity, and giving back to the community of fans directly aligned with Schaefer Outfitter’s core values. We are so excited to get this out into the wild, and we can’t wait to see you singing along in the Ian Munsick + Schaefer Outfitter collection.”
 
The Mountain Goat marks Munsick’s first full-length project released via WEST TO THE REST RECORDS / Triple Tigers Records. Co-produced by Munsick with Jeremy Spillman and Mike Robinson, Munsick also played an extensive role in the instrumentation heard on the 15-track record. 
 
In total, Munsick is credited with playing nine different instruments: acoustic guitar, electric guitar, bass guitar, mandolin, banjo, harmonica, piano, bouzouki and kazoo, as well as lending background vocals and programming.

MIRANDA LAMBERT: ONE NIGHT ONLY TO OPEN NASHVILLE’S THE TRUTH ON OCT. 1

Ahead of her highly anticipated album Crisco arriving Oct. 2 via MCA, three-time GRAMMY Award winner Miranda Lambert will headline the Oct. 1 opening night of Nashville’s newest live music venue, The Truth, for a full set featuring her catalog of award-winning hits alongside a preview of select tracks off the new album. Tickets for “Miranda Lambert: One Night Only” go on sale to the general public this Friday, Aug. 21 at 10 a.m. CT via thetruthnashville.com.
 
Set in Nashville’s Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood, the 4,400-capacity venue will welcome Lambert as its inaugural artist for a one-night-only performance that feature a 12-piece string section as she celebrates Crisco in the city that has been home to so much of her creative life and career.
 
“It was magical to hear the way strings can transform a song when we were in the studio creating this record, and I can’t wait to bring that to life in an even bigger way with our full setlist,” shared Lambert. “We’ve never gotten to play that way on stage, and to have the opportunity to do it for the first time at the opening of a beautiful new venue right here in Nashville is going to be really special.”
 
The opening-night performance comes as Lambert enters a new creative era with Crisco, a vibrant and joyful collection inspired in part by the long-overlooked connection between country music’s dance hall tradition and the energy of disco. Early previews of the project include “Sunset Marquis,” a dreamy, California-soaked song, the previously released title track, “Till The Going’s Gone” and GRAMMY-nominated duet “A Song To Sing” with Chris Stapleton which all join in showcasing the vibrant layers and joyful creative spirit at the heart of Crisco. 
 
For more information, visit MirandaLambert.com and pre-order / pre-save the album HERE.

About Miranda Lambert
Critically acclaimed groundbreaker/songwriter/superstar Miranda Lambert has defined her multifaceted career as an artist, entertainer, producer, entrepreneur, advocate and businesswoman with an unflinching quest for excellence, honesty and conviction. GRAMMY-nominated single “A Song To Sing” with Chris Stapleton arrived recently as the biggest streaming debut of her career, with Rolling Stone praising its “dreamy disco groove and lovestruck devotion.” The song appears on her forthcoming album Crisco arriving October 2 via MCA. The new project follows her 2024’s GRAMMY-nominated Postcards from Texas, which continued her unbroken streak of 10 consecutive Top 10s on the Top Country Albums chart. The most-awarded artist in Academy of Country Music history, including their top honor for Entertainer of the Year, she has also won three GRAMMYs and 14 Country Music Association Awards. A TIME100 honoree and perennial best-of-the-year list maker at the New York Times, TIME, Rolling Stone, Billboard, Stereogum, People and more, NPR has called her “the most riveting country star of her generation.”
 
A multi-dimensional superstar, Lambert has taken those standards to become a label co-founder, teaming with longtime collaborator Jon Randall to launch their own imprint, Big Loud Texas, in partnership with Big Loud Records. She is also a New York Times bestselling author and the first female restaurateur on Lower Broadway with her Tex-Mex cantina Casa Rosa, while also expanding her creative reach with her Wanda June Home collection as well as Idyllwind, her western clothing, accessories and footwear brand at Boot Barn. Her passion for rescue animals inspired the creation of her MuttNation Foundation, which has raised over $13 million since inception to promote adoption, support shelters across the country, advance spay & neuter and assist with the transport of animals during times of natural disaster.
 
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