FRANK RAY RELEASES HIGHLY ANTICIPATED NEW EP, GOOD FOR THE SOUL

Today, country artist Frank Ray released his brand-new EP Good For The Soul via BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville. Produced by Seth Mosley and Michael “X” O’Connor, the five-song collection showcases Ray’s signature blend of heartfelt storytelling and modern country sound. Listen HERE.

“I’m so excited for everyone to hear my new EP, Good For The Soul. This project is a direct reflection of both my love for ’90s country music and where my life is at right now. Every song tells a piece of that story. I’m incredibly grateful to my amazing collaborators and producers whose creativity and support helped bring this project to life,” says Ray.

Ray’s latest EP blends modern country energy with the timeless charm of classic honky-tonk. Featuring nostalgic romance and barn burner vibes, the collection is a direct reflection of his faith journey, the reality of watching his kids grow up, and what it means to keep falling in love with his wife through every season. With two tracks co-written by Ray and a special appearance from country star Tracy Lawrence on the title track, Good For The Soul captures the authentic sound that first inspired him as an artist.

The lead song, “Third Row George Strait” was written by acclaimed Nashville songwriters Ben Hayslip, Dan Isbell and Ben Stennis, and previously released on May 1st, paying tribute to country legend George Strait with a catchy melody and fresh up-tempo energy.

Fans will be able to see Ray perform at the Grand Ole Opry on July 4th as the Opry celebrates America's 250th. Tickets are available HERE.

About Frank Ray
Blessed with a smooth country vocal, BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville artist Frank Ray is a long road singer-songwriter who built his career on medicinal-strength performances, making the world a slightly-happier place, one night at a time. But with a new understanding of his “duty,” the hit-making former police officer has gone back to his roots. Growing up amid the intense collision of cultures in border towns Laredo, Texas and Columbus, New Mexico, everything from Tracy Lawrence and Rascal Flatts to Tejano, Ranchera, and Norteño music formed his musical foundation, with service in his blood. Spending 10 years as a law enforcement officer in Las Cruces, New Mexico, Ray wrote tickets by day and worked honky tonks by night, until a battle of the bands scored him a gig opening for Keith Urban. A bright fusion of organic honky-tonk pop and smooth Latin twang led to two Texas radio #1s, while the R&B-inflected “Country’d Look Good on You” reached the Top 20 of Billboard’s Country Airplay chart in 2022. Ray’s good-time credentials were solidified on nationwide tours with Luke Combs, Kane Brown, Luke Bryan, and more, and he was hailed by TIME Magazine, Good Morning America, Rolling Stone, Country Radio Seminar, Pandora, Amazon Music, and beyond. A 2023 album debut played up his vibrant Tex-Mex flavor. But on the new EP, Good For The Soul, sunny honky-tonk tones from the ‘90s and 2000s combine with epic balladry and mood-boosting vocals, in a sonic prescription for the good life.


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CARLY PEARCE TO RELEASE FIFTH STUDIO ALBUM

Today, GRAMMY, CMA and ACM-Award winning country star Carly Pearce announces her highly anticipated fifth studio album, Honest Woman, will arrive August 28 via BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville. Pre-order, pre-add, and pre-save the album HERE , including new track “She Don’t” which dropped today alongside the album announcement. Available now on all platforms, the song further highlights Carly’s witty lyricism and love of storytelling with her traditional country sensibilities for a sure-to-be fan favorite. Watch the visualizer Below;

Co-produced by Pearce with longtime collaborator Ben West, Honest Woman sees Pearce embrace every aspect of who she was, is, and will become through narrative-driven lyrics and a sonic return to form. Including features with Riley Green, Dan Tyminski and Molly Tuttle, the album leans into her bluegrass roots and focuses on authentic country craftsmanship. Honest Woman is an ‘honest’ portrayal of life’s journey delivered by a woman who understands that it’s the fullness of time that defines you.

"When I started making Honest Woman, I found myself rediscovering who I am and why I wanted to be a country music singer in the first place,” says Pearce. “This album takes me back to the beginning of my story, where the sounds of classic country and bluegrass music shaped who I am. I’m so proud of this body of work, and I truly feel like it’s my best yet.”

Anticipation was at an all-time high during CMA Fest as the phrase “Honest Woman” was seen in various places around Nashville – from her “Carly’s Closet” charity pop-up that raised $20,000 for the CMA Foundation, to the sidewalks outside her CMA Artist of the Day panel moderated by Hillary Scott of Lady A and performances at Nissan Stadium, Billboard Live at Category 10, SiriusXM’s Music Row Happy Hour and Spotify House – leading Pearce’s fans to speculate if Honest Womanwas the title of her forthcoming album.

In addition to today’s release, “She Don’t,” Pearce’s forthcoming album will include current single and “blockbuster duet” (Billboard) with Riley Green, “If I Don’t Leave I’m Gonna Stay,” along with the “delightfully snarky & sassy” (Music Row) “You Can Have Him,” “honest anthem” (Rolling Stone) “Church Girl” and the “unfiltered, introspective” (Billboard) “Dream Come True.” As Pearce is readying Honest Woman, each track continues to define “the tone for her most vulnerable era yet” (The Tennessean).

To support the album, Pearce will be performing special two-night residencies across North America. Kicking off September 10 with two nights in Detroit, Pearce will bring her “Honest Woman: Up Close” live shows presented by Conundrum Wines to intimate venues in Chicago, Minneapolis, Los Angeles, Toronto and Boston before concluding with two nights in New York City. Belle Frantz will join Pearce as support.

Tickets will be available starting Tuesday, June 23 at 12pm local time with the Official Carly Pearce Fan Club presale, where members can redeem their code for tickets to the tour. To sign up for the fan club, fans can visit fanclub.carlypearce.com. General tickets will be available for purchase beginning Friday, June 26 at 10am local time.

CARLY PEARCE - “HONEST WOMAN: UP CLOSE” ROUTING
Thursday, September 10 – Detroit, MI – Saint Andrew’s Hall*
Friday, September 11 – Detroit, MI – Saint Andrew’s Hall*
Wednesday, September 16 – Chicago, IL – Joe’s on Weed*
Thursday, September 17 – Chicago, IL – Joe’s on Weed*
Friday, September 18 – Minneapolis, MN – Fine Line*
Saturday, September 19 – Minneapolis, MN – Fine Line*
Sunday, September 27 – Los Angeles, CA – The Troubadour*
Tuesday, September 29 – Los Angeles, CA – GRAMMY Museum
Thursday, October 15 – Toronto, ON – Toronto Opera House*
Friday, October 16 – Toronto, ON – Toronto Opera House*
Sunday, October 18 – Boston, MA – The Sinclair*
Monday, October 19 – Boston, MA – The Sinclair*
Wednesday, October 21 – New York, NY – Gramercy Theatre*
Thursday, October 22  – New York, NY – Gramercy Theatre*

*With support from Belle Frantz

Blake Shelton Hits Top 30 at Country Radio with "Let Him In Anyway"

Country music superstar Blake Shelton continues to build momentum with his latest single, “Let Him In Anyway,” which has climbed into the Top 30 on Country radio and experienced a 30% increase in streaming.

Written by Michael Hardy, Zach Abend, Kyle Clark and Carson Wallace, “Let Him In Anyway” has become one of Shelton’s most personally meaningful recordings.

“If you can hear this song and it doesn’t punch you in the gut and break your heart, you probably need to be examined in other ways,” Shelton said.

“I just wanted this song to have a platform and a way to be heard. That’s what I love about our writers in Nashville and what I love about country music in general. Great songs come out of this town every day, and every now and then you're lucky enough to get your hands on one. I think this is one of those songs.”

The song's impact extends beyond radio, with fans quickly connecting with the official music video, further fueling the track's growing success across streaming and digital platforms. The music video is available below.

The song's momentum comes on the heels of Shelton's performance at CMA Fest earlier this month. Fans who weren't able to attend the Nashville event can catch the performance when “CMA Fest presented by SoFi” airs Thursday, June 25, at 8/7c on ABC and streams the next day on Hulu.

“I love coming to CMA Fest and everything I get to do here, but the stadium show is the centerpiece of it all,” Shelton said. “My first appearance at CMA Fest was in 2001, and 25 years later I'm still getting invited back. I know how lucky I am and how rare that is, so I'm taking it all in and enjoying every minute.”

Hosted by Riley Green and Good Morning America co-anchor Lara Spencer, “CMA Fest presented by SoFi” is a three-hour television event featuring unforgettable performances, special collaborations and standout moments captured during the 2026 CMA Fest in Nashville, giving fans front-row access to one of Country Music's most star-studded weekends.

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Brantley Gilbert Releases Title Track and “GOOD OL’ BOYS” from SINS OF THE FATHER, Arriving 7/24

Multi-Platinum trailblazer Brantley Gilbert delivers two new songs from his eighth studio album SINS OF THE FATHER, set for release July 24 via BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville: title track “SINS OF THE FATHER” and “GOOD OL’ BOYS,” available now.
 
“SINS OF THE FATHER” was born from Gilbert’s honest concern about how his actions would impact the next generation. It emerged as the “most country song on the album,” imparts Gilbert, with his unvarnished vocal joined by a twangy, drop-tuned acoustic guitar:

Meanwhile, explosive “GOOD OL’ BOYS” is tailor made for Gilbert’s six-piece juggernaut of a touring band, which has shared tours with Five Finger Death Punch and Nickelback. “That song goes harder than probably anything I’ve ever written,” he admits.
 
No stranger to pushing country’s evolutionary curve, SINS OF THE FATHER goes beyond sonic innovation, to confront the ugly truth. Fusing heartfelt country values with explosive energy and barbed-wire R&B swagger, he describes the project as a deeply personal playlist, once again ready to meet fans where they are.
 
“As long as there’s a box in country music, I know where I belong,” the Georgia-born hitmaker says. “And that’s right on the outside of it. All of my albums are a chapter of my life and this one’s no different. I don’t have skeletons in the closet – my shit’s out in the open. So if there’s any piece of my story that could help somebody, I’m cheating them if I keep it to myself.”
 
The moments here are often heavy – both emotionally and in guitar-driven sonic power, exemplified by today’s releases. Co-produced with rock-schooled collaborator Brock Berryhill (Twenty One Pilots, Kane Brown), SINS OF THE FATHER marks some of the hardest-hitting work of Gilbert’s career, yet the diesel-fueled two-lane trap he helped pioneer is never far away. Bottomless distortion and pounding drums join melodic, gravel-road grooves, while the bare bones of country soul turn painful realities into three-chords-and-the-truth.
 
Currently climbing the charts at Country radio, Gilbert recently premiered the official music video for lead single “GOOD DAMN” and released the deeply personal “F****D ME UP,” with MusicRow praising, “his gripping, broken vocal on this ballad grabs ahold and doesn’t let go…it’s a powerful thing.”
 
Along with today’s release, Gilbert also launches his latest merch collection featuring youth sizes, marking his first-ever merch drop to include children’s sizing. The collection includes four t-shirt and two hoodie designs. To view and purchase the collection, visit BrantleyGilbert.com.
 
In addition to readying his new album, Gilbert’s already had an exceptionally busy year, helping set a Guinness World Record for the oldest person to crowd surf, as Pauline Kana (known online as “Gangster Granny”), completed the feat during his set in Bellville, Texas on May 2. Earlier this year, Gilbert served as the Grand Marshal for Round 13 of the Monster Energy SMX World Championships at Nissan Stadium in Nashville.
 
He also launched Real American Beer Zero after becoming an investor and equity partner of Real American Beer (RAB). RAB Zero is the company’s first non-alcoholic beer with $1 per case sold of RAB Zero going to the USO in addition to ongoing donations tied directly to sales, supporting active-duty service members and their families.
 
The Real American Tour continues this Saturday, with headlining and festival dates through the fall on sale now. For tour dates and additional information, visit BrantleyGilbert.com.

COLIN STOUGH GETS GOOD AND GONE ON ROCK-CHARGED NEW TRACK “TRIPPIN’” – OUT NOW

Mississippi native Colin Stough turns the amps up and lets it rip on his new release, “Trippin’,” available now. Listen Below.

Written by Bryan Simpson, Brent Rupard and Anthony Olympia, and produced by Phillip White and Stough, “Trippin’” finds the 21-year-old leaning deeper into his Southern rock roots with a sound built on vintage grit, live-wire guitars and a classic rock pulse inspired by the ’70s and ’80s. Driven by Stough’s gravel-cut vocal, the track captures the mind-bending rush of being knocked sideways by someone who gets under your skin in all the right ways.

“‘Trippin’’ is about when your mind gets all tangled up over a good-looking woman,” Stough shares. “I really leaned into the rock side on this one thanks to my band and the guys down at Muscle Shoals. I love how raw and alive it feels, and I hope everybody else feels that too.”

With swampy swagger, psychedelic imagery and a head-spinning hook, “Trippin’” trades heartbreak for heat, channeling desire into a raw, full-throttle performance. From the punch of the drums to the blown-out guitar tones, the track pushes Stough’s sound further into the space where country storytelling meets rock and roll muscle.

The release follows “21 Year Old Man Blues,” which showcased Stough’s Delta-rooted grit and hard-lived perspective, and continues a growing run of music that reinforces his reputation as one of country’s most uncompromising young voices.

About Colin Stough

Born and raised on the Mississippi-Alabama line, 21-year-old Colin Stough was brought up on Southern rock and second chances. A self-taught guitarist and gravel-voiced storyteller influenced by The Allman Brothers, Conway Twitty and Koe Wetzel, he first picked up a guitar at age eight, later trading prized possessions for a pawn shop acoustic he still plays today. After high school, he worked full-time as an HVAC tech until his mom pushed him to audition for American Idol Season 21. That leap launched a life-changing ride, including a standout third-place finish, a deal with 19 Recordings/BMG Nashville and breakout songs like “Sober,” “’Til The Day One Does” and the hard-edged anthem “White Trash.” With a skinned-raw vocal and lyrics carved from lived experience, Stough has built a loyal following of more than 800k across social platforms. His EPs Promiseland and Lookin’ For Home offer a no-frills portrait of a young man navigating life with Southern grit, while releases including “White Trash,” “20 Bucks,” “Best For You” and “21 Year Old Man Blues” showcase his no-holds-barred storytelling. His new song, “Trippin’,” pushes further into his rock instincts, pairing Muscle Shoals grit with the dizzying rush of desire. On the road, he has opened for acts like Chase Matthew, Drake White and Kidd G as he continues to build his audience one show at a time. A student of Skynyrd and the outlaw spirit, Stough isn’t chasing trends. He’s telling the underdog’s truth, one song at a time.

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BBR MUSIC GROUP/BMG NASHVILLE SIGNS GRAMMY, CMA AND ACM AWARD-WINNING CARLY PEARCE

BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville is thrilled to announce the signing of GRAMMY, CMA and ACM award-winner Carly Pearce. With Stoney Creek Records serving as the radio imprint, Pearce has a new album coming soon and is currently at country radio with the smoldering single “If I Don’t Leave I’m Gonna Stay” with Riley Green. The Grand Ole Opry member has been a celebrated BMG Publishing writer since 2015 and built an incredible career spanning the aforementioned awards, multiple #1 hits and over four billion streams to date. 

A fan-first artist at her core, last week Pearce impacted with country audiences throughout CMA Fest as an Artist of the Day where she anchored a panel on the CMA Close Up Stage, met with fans at Carly’s Closet (her fifth annual benefit for the CMA Foundation) and performed at Nissan Stadium, Billboard Live at Category 10, SiriusXM’s Music Row Happy Hour and Spotify House. In addition, she mentored teens at GRAMMY Camp in Nashville sharing advice and answering questions for the burgeoning next generation of artists and music business talent. 

“Signing with BMG feels less like turning a new page and more like finding the best next chapter. I am incredibly grateful to be surrounded by a team that truly hears my voice and matches my ambition. The horizon looks exactly how it’s supposed to,” says Pearce.

“Carly is one of the most authentic and compelling voices in our format, and we’re beyond excited to welcome her to the recorded side of our family, having been cheering her on from our publishing side for years. Her artistry, vision and connection with fans is unparalleled, and we can’t wait to support this next creative chapter,” says JoJamie Hahr, EVP, Recorded Music, BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville.

“When I approached Jon and JoJamie about this opportunity, their excitement and passion for Carly was immediate and unmistakable and they wasted no time in making her feel right at home. For me, to be back in business with Jon and JoJamie is a genuine homecoming. They were both instrumental in the launch and early success of Big Machine’s Valory Music Company and I’ve watched them turn BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville into a powerhouse. We couldn’t be more confident in what’s ahead for Carly,” says Scott Borchetta, Founder and Chairman, Borchetta Entertainment Group. 

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DUSTIN LYNCH DELIVERS TWO OF CMA FEST'S HOTTEST TICKETS

During CMA Fest 2026, Dustin Lynch once again proved why fans flock to his signature events year after year, bringing thousands together across two unforgettable celebrations that showcased both sides of his high-energy live experience while his latest country radio single “Easy To Love” continues to climb the charts. 

On Thursday (6/4), Lynch kicked off the festivities with the fourth annual DUSTIN LYNCH POOL SITUATION: NASHVILLE at Margaritaville Hotel Nashville. Long before the gates opened, fans lined up downtown eager to secure a spot at Country music's premier pool party. The rooftop quickly reached capacity as Lynch delivered a crowd-pleasing set packed with fan favorites, joined by special guests David Lee Murphy and Two Friends. Returning Wheel-of-Fun activations including the fan-favorite Belly Flop Competition and Mullet Barber Bar helped transform the afternoon into another memorable installment of the now-annual CMA Fest tradition.

On Friday night, Lynch traded the rooftop for downtown nightlife, bringing his DUSTIN LYNCH NIGHTLIFE PARTY CLUB SET back to Barstool Nashville. Inspired by his ongoing WYNN NIGHTLIFE LAS VEGAS residency, the exclusive event showcased another side of the multi-PLATINUM entertainer as he took over the DJ booth for an explosive EDM set. Bryce Vine joined the festivities as fans packed the venue for one of CMA Fest's most talked-about late-night celebrations.

Together, the two events showcased the distinct space Lynch has created within Country music, blending the energy of a summer concert with the atmosphere of a nightlife destination. What began as fan events have evolved into annual CMA Fest traditions, drawing crowds year after year and cementing their place among the week's most anticipated experiences. Whether poolside under the Nashville sun or taking over the late-night scene downtown, Lynch once again delivered the kind of moments fans plan their festival weekend around.

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ALISON NICHOLS STRIPS IT BACK ON "DRESSIN' DOWN" – OUT NOW

Alison Nichols pulls back the curtain for something personal on her new release, “Dressin’ Down,” out now via BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville. Written by Nichols with Sherrie Austin, Will Rambeaux and Brenna Bone, and produced by Rambeaux and Ilya Toshinskiy, the track blends modern wit, lived-in country warmth and romantic honesty into a song about choosing real connection over a world built for show. Listen HERE.

Smart, self-aware and instantly relatable, “Dressin’ Down” centers on a simple truth: sometimes the best version of yourself is not the one dressed for everybody else. Across the song, Nichols swaps red dresses, high heels and uptown energy for vinyl records, old t-shirts and being fully seen by someone who knows the real her.

“Sometimes I just feel like throwing my cell phone out the window. Sometimes it feels like our digital devices are stealing our lives. I’d rather be home with someone I love watching reruns of Schitt's Creek than out on the town filming ourselves pretending to have a good time. This song, ‘Dressin' Down,’ is my way of honoring comfortable t-shirts, vinyl records and someone who loves me for me,” says Nichols.

Watch the official "Dressin' Down" music video below:

Sonically, the track wraps that message in a dreamy, romantic atmosphere. Finger-picked acoustic guitar leads the way while chiming steel, fiddle touches, and warm keys add texture and movement, creating a rich, cinematic sound that feels both timeless and current. The result balances humor, heart and undeniable chemistry throughout.

Following the carefree spirit of “Box Wine Problems,” Nichols reveals another layer of her artistry on “Dressin’ Down,” proving she can deliver personality and depth in equal measure while turning everyday moments into something memorable.

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About Alison Nichols
One of the first Asian-American artists in the Country format, Alison Nichols proudly calls herself “half Korean, half redneck, and 100% American.” Raised in Georgia and shaped by time in Texas, she grew up on country music rooted in personality, attitude and connection. Her breakout releases “is it just me?” and “HOOPS” established her as one to watch, while her praised take on “John Deere Green” honored her family legacy and introduced a bold new voice with deep roots and fresh instincts. Her recent original release “Box Wine Problems” showcased her playful, charismatic edge, while “Dressin’ Down” continues to build a catalog that feels both timeless and unmistakably current.

LAINEY WILSON’S NEW SINGLE “PHONE, KEYS, WALLET” OUT NOW

16x ACM, 12x CMA and Grammy Award-winner Lainey Wilson’s new single, “Phone, Keys, Wallet,” is out now, featuring special guest John Mayer on guitar. Listen to the song below (BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville), which world premiered at country radio across the U.S. and Canada today. 

Written during the final leg of the Whirlwind World Tour and recorded at Mayer’s Chaplin Studios in Los Angeles, the track finds Wilson embracing the messy, fast-moving parts of life, and celebrating the person who chooses to love her through it all. 

“I feel like a tornado with boots on half the time, and this song is really about finding somebody who’s okay with that chaos and chooses to love you through it anyway,” Wilson shares. 

“Phone, Keys, Wallet” follows Wilson’s recent releases “Younger You,” a special collaboration with Miley Cyrus, and “Can’t Sit Still,” which Billboard calls, “a rollicking stomp of a song where the frenetic music perfectly matches the driving lyrics,” while iHeartRadio praises, “[it] captures Wilson’s free-spirited, yet driven and hard-working character.” 

The new music adds to yet another monumental year for the Louisiana native, who headlined Stagecoach with an electric set, is the subject of the new Netflix documentary, Lainey Wilson: Keepin’ Country Cool (watch HERE) and recently kicked off a run of stadium shows with Chris Stapleton, which will continue through the summer. Wilson also made her film acting debut in Universal’s adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s Reminders of Him earlier this spring, was selected as one of USA Today’s 2026 Women of the Year and featured on the cover of People Magazine. 

“The reigning current standard-bearer for women in country” (Variety), Wilson hosted the 59th CMA Awards (the first solo female host since Reba McEntire in 1991) last fall, where she won three awards: Entertainer of the Year, Female Vocalist of the Year and Album of the Year (Whirlwind). She also released the deluxe version of her acclaimed album, Whirlwind, this past August, which features five additional tracks, including her #1 single, “Somewhere Over Laredo.” 

The Grand Ole Opry member is a prolific, sought-after songwriter, who has scored nine #1 hits including “4x4xU,” “Wildflowers And Wild Horses,” the 3x PLATINUM certified “Watermelon Moonshine” and the 4x PLATINUM Certified “Heart Like A Truck,” in addition to award-winning collaborations with Cole Swindell (“Never Say Never”), Jelly Roll (“Save Me”) and HARDY (“wait in the truck”). Moreover, Wilson has collaborated with artists such as Reba McEntire, Miranda Lambert, Dolly Parton and Post Malone, made her acting debut in Paramount’s hit television series, Yellowstone, and recently launched her fifth collection with Wrangler, as well as her own boot (Golden West Boots) and jewelry lines (The Lainey Wilson Jewelry Collection). 

LAINEY WILSON CONFIRMED TOUR DATES

June 6—Nashville, TN—CMA Fest
June 13—Tampa, FL—Raymond James Stadium*
June 20—Charlotte, NC—Bank of America Stadium*
June 26—Nashville, TN—Nissan Stadium (Alan Jackson: Last Call – The Finale)
June 28—Calgary, AB—Country Thunder Alberta
July 4—Boston, MA—Hatch Shell at Charles River Esplanade
July 10—Chicago, IL—Windy City Smokeout
July 12—Craven, SK—Country Thunder Saskatchewan
July 17—Pasa Robles, CA—California Mid-State Fair
August 1—Cincinnati, OH—Paycor Stadium*
August 6—Detroit Lakes, MN—WE Fest
August 7—Oshkosh, WI—Xroads41
August 8—Detroit, MI—Ford Field*
August 9—Canton, OH—Concert for Legends
August 12—Sturgis, SD—The Sturgis Buffalo Chip
August 15—Springfield, IL—Illinois State Fair
August 16—Des Moines, IA—Iowa State Fair
August 21—Atlanta, GA—Mercedes-Benz Stadium*
September 19—Las Vegas, NV—iHeartRadio Music Festival
October 2—Ocean City, MD—Country Calling Festival
*with Chris Stapleton

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DREW BALDRIDGE HIGHLIGHTS THE HEART OF “REBEL” WITH NEW ACOUSTIC VERSION

Country star Drew Baldridge releases an acoustic version of his current radio hit “Rebel” via Lyric Ridge Records/Stoney Creek Records. Fans can get it HERE. 

Written by Baldridge and Adam Sanders and produced by Zach Crowell and Nick Schwarz, “Rebel” delivers a powerful message about flipping the traditional idea of rebellion on its head. The song serves as an anthem for standing firm in your convictions, celebrating integrity, faith, and family as the ultimate acts of defiance. With its soaring chorus and driving production, “Rebel” captures the strength it takes to stay true to yourself in a world that often rewards compromise.

“I wrote this song after noticing how often the wrong things get glorified,” said Baldridge. “Doing the right thing can feel rebellious, and I hope fans - and one day my sons - see that being a rebel here is actually a good thing. The song celebrates doing the right thing even when it’s not the ‘cool’ or easy choice.”

Baldridge recently released an acoustic performance video for the track, filmed at Ocean Way Studios in Nashville. The stripped-down rendition highlights the heart and emotion behind the song. Watch Below. 

He will bring his FARM FAITH FAMILY Tour + additional support dates across the country through the end of the year, where fans can catch him performing “Rebel” live. For tour dates and more information, visit DrewBaldridgeMusic.com. 

About Drew Baldridge: 
Baldridge continues to deliver exactly what fans have been asking for: a steady stream of new music rooted in his signature themes of farm, faith, and family. His new release, “Love Needs You,” arrives as a heartfelt summer anthem, ushering in his next chapter. It follows “Deserve Her” and “Get Me Gone” featuring Emily Ann Roberts via Lyric Ridge Records/BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville. His current single, “Rebel,” continues to climb the charts following “Tough People,” which became his second consecutive Top 10 hit at country radio.

This new chapter builds on the massive success of Baldridge’s RIAA Platinum-certified breakout “She’s Somebody’s Daughter,” which reached No. 1 on Country Aircheck/Mediabase and No. 3 on Billboard Country Airplay, making him the only self-funded artist to score a No. 1 debut on Mediabase and the highest-charting independent artist in Billboard Country Airplay history. With more than 2 billion streams and impressions to date, the song also earned a spot on NSAI’s “10 Songs I Wish I Would Have Written.”

This year, Baldridge will headline his FARM FAITH FAMILY Tour, bringing his music directly to fans across the country, while also joining Luke Bryan on tour and continuing to perform internationally following recent runs across Australia, the UK, and Europe. He has earned multiple accolades, including CRS New Faces 2025 and MusicRow’s 2025 Independent Artist of the Year.

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DREW BALDRIDGE IS BRINGING COUNTRY MUSIC BACK TO THE FARMLAND WITH EXCLUSIVE TOUR STOPS

Following the announcement of his upcoming FARM FAITH FAMILY Tour, Drew Baldridge revealed today that he will once again bring live music directly to rural fans by giving them the chance to win free private concerts on their own farms. Fans can enter HERE. 

Baldridge first launched the idea during the height of the pandemic in 2020 and 2021, when he began performing intimate backyard concerts for fans across the country, ultimately playing more than 400 shows. What started as a handful of performances quickly grew into a grassroots movement that helped define a new chapter of his career.

“A few years ago, I posted on social media asking if anyone wanted me to come play in their backyard,” said Baldridge. “Over the span of three years, I received more than 20,000 messages. I only intended to do a few shows, but it grew beyond my wildest dreams. I miss those personal, intimate performances, so being able to give back to the fans who supported me during that time is something I can’t wait to do. We want to visit farms and small towns that may not regularly get concerts at theaters, amphitheaters, or arenas — people who grew up in communities just like I did.”

The tour will feature songs including his current radio single, “Rebel,” which continues climbing the charts following his Top 10 hit “Tough People” and history-making No. 1 single “She's Somebody's Daughter.” Baldridge also recently released his new song, “Love Needs You,” written alongside Josh Thompson and Matt Dragstrem. Inspired by memories of his early relationship with his wife Katie in his hometown of Patoka, Illinois, population 550, the song reflects on the simple moments that helped shape their life together as parents of two young boys. Get it HERE.

These select farm concerts will be woven into his headlining FARM FAITH FAMILY Tour, with tickets available now at DrewBaldridgeMusic.com. 

The 14-date headline run kicks off June 11 in Omaha, Nebraska, and wraps October 18 in Newport Beach, California. Support will come from Alyssa Flaherty and Chase Wright on select dates.

FARM FAITH FAMILY Tour dates:

June 11 — Omaha, NE — Barnato ^
July 9 — Cincinnati, OH — Ludlow Garage *
July 19 — Newberry, SC — Newberry Opera House *
July 23 — El Dorado, AR — Murphy Arts District *
July 24 — Houston, TX — Heights Theatre * 
August 2 — Louisville, KY — Headliners Music Hall *
August 13 — Birmingham, AL — Workplay Theatre * 
August 15 — Philadelphia, MS — Ellis Theater * 
August 20 — Sanford, FL — Tuffy’s * 
August 21 — Isle of Palms, SC — Windjammer * 
September 10 — Indianapolis, IN — Hi-Fi * 
September 24 — Greensboro, NC — The Pyrle * 
October 9 — Little Rock, AR — Stickyz ^ 
October 18 — Newport Beach, CA — VEA Hotel ^ 
^ Alyssa Flaherty 
* Chase Right

With more momentum than ever, fans can catch Drew Baldridge on the road this year not only on his FARM FAITH FAMILY Tour, but also on select dates supporting Luke Bryan and Cody Johnson, in addition to appearances at fairs and festivals nationwide.

He will also bring the spirit of FARM FAITH FAMILY back home to Patoka on September 19 for the fourth annual The BIG Baldridge and Bonfire. The one-day country music festival celebrates his grassroots Baldridge and Bonfires Tour. First launched in 2022 with three consecutive nights, the event returns in 2026 following a one-year hiatus. Adam Sanders is the first artist announced alongside Baldridge, with additional performers to be revealed soon. Get tickets HERE.

Brantley Gilbert Sets Next Era in Motion with ‘SINS OF THE FATHER’ Arriving 7/24

Multi-Platinum trailblazer Brantley Gilbert announces SINS OF THE FATHER, his highly anticipated eighth studio album, set for release July 24 via BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville. Marking his first full-length project with the new label and team, Gilbert channels renewed creative energy to deliver one of the most personal statements of his career. Pre-save/pre-add SINS OF THE FATHER HERE.
 
On SINS OF THE FATHER, Gilbert blends hard-earned perspective with the grit and honesty that have become his signature. Exploring the journey from the weight of his past to the responsibility of fatherhood, the album offers a raw, reflective look at growth, redemption and the legacy we choose to leave behind.
 
“I’ve lived a lot of life to get here,” shares Gilbert. “This record is me owning all of it – the mistakes, the lessons and who I am now. It’s all part of the same story, and each track stands on its own, representing its own chapter.” 
 
To accompany today’s announcement, Gilbert releases “F****D ME UP,” a piano-driven ballad and one of his most candid songs to date. Inspired by the woman who changed his life, his wife, he traces a fall to rock bottom before her love and faith pull him back, reshaping his path. Vulnerable and unflinching, it's a powerful reminder that sometimes the moments that break you are the ones that ultimately save you.
 
Gilbert wanted fans and families alike to be able to experience the project without losing the honesty and emotion at its core. In addition to the original version, Gilbert also offers a clean version of “F****D ME UP,” titled “MESSED ME UP,” also available today. A clean version of SINS OF THE FATHER will be released July 24 alongside the original album.

Lead single “GOOD DAMN,” released as the first taste of his upcoming project, is currently climbing the charts at Country radio. The song garnered 95 adds in its first week, making it the second-biggest add week of Gilbert’s career behind “Bottoms Up” (106 adds). Listen to “GOOD DAMN” Below.
 
Produced by Gilbert with longtime friend and collaborator Brock Berryhill, SINS OF THE FATHER was constructed like a playlist of defining moments. With all 15 tracks penned by Gilbert, the album captures different periods of his life while pushing the sound that has defined his 20+ year career, including some of his most rock-leaning material thus far.
 
Gilbert returns to the road this weekend ahead of festival performances and headlining dates this spring and summer. For dates, tickets and additional information, visit BrantleyGilbert.com.

About Brantley Gilbert
Multi-Platinum trailblazer Brantley Gilbert is set to release his eighth studio album SINS OF THE FATHER on July 24 via BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville, as lead single “GOOD DAMN” climbs the charts at Country radio. Fueled by renewed creative energy, Gilbert delivers one of his most personal projects to date. Exploring the journey from the weight of his past to the responsibility of fatherhood, the album offers a raw, reflective look at growth, redemption and the legacy we choose to leave behind. An era-defining artist forever bonded to his fans, Gilbert’s been mining the timeless values of hard-working dedication, high-octane thrills and humble faith since his 2009 debut, A Modern Day Prodigal Son, creating a chart-topping grit-and-grace fusion which helped set the stage for today’s genre-blending format. With his dedicated BG Nation behind him, the performer-songwriter has racked up more than 8.3 BILLION career streams, boasting back-to-back Platinum albums and seven No. 1 hits including the RIAA 7x Platinum “Bottoms Up;” 2x Platinum “Country Must Be Country Wide;” 2x Platinum “You Don’t Know Her Like I Do;” 2x Platinum “One Hell of An Amen;” and the Platinum-certified “What Happens In A Small Town” with Lindsay Ell. Possessing a can’t-fake-it quality of fierce independence, the ACM, CMA and AMA award winner has toured alongside everyone from Willie Nelson to Toby Keith, Nickelback to 5 Finger Death Punch and more.
 

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LAINEY WILSON HEADLINES STAGECOACH

6x ACM, 12x CMA and Grammy Award-winner Lainey Wilson headlined Stagecoach this past weekend with an electric set featuring special guests Little Big Town and Riley Green. Of the performance, Billboard praised, “Wilson gave off true headliner energy…[her] vocals were strong and commanding, while her effervescent charisma was on full display,” while the Los Angeles Times called it “a tight, punchy showcase of the riff-heavy country-rock that’s made her one of Nashville’s biggest stars.”

In celebration of the milestone, Wilson will release a new EP, Lainey Wilson (Amazon Music presents: Live from Stagecoach 2026), this Friday, May 1, with six tracks from her set: “Can’t Sit Still,” “Wildflowers and Wild Horses,” “Good Horses,” “Road Runner,” “Things A Man Oughta Know” and “Watermelon Moonshine.” Pre-order/pre-save HERE.  

The Stagecoach performance continues a non-stop year for Wilson, who is the subject of a new in-depth Netflix documentary, Lainey Wilson: Keepin’ Country Cool (watch HERE), recently collaborated with Miley Cyrus for a new version of Cyrus’ song, “Younger You,” and is nominated for seven awards at the upcoming ACM Awards: Entertainer of the Year (following two consecutive wins in the category), Female Artist of the Year, Song of the Year (“Somewhere Over Laredo,” as artist and songwriter), Single of the Year (“Somewhere Over Laredo”), Music Event of the Year (“Trailblazer” with Reba McEntire and Miranda Lambert) and Visual Media of the Year (“Somewhere Over Laredo”). 

Wilson recently made her film acting debut in Universal’s adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s Reminders of Him, was selected as one of USA Today’s 2026 Women of the Year, featured on the cover of People Magazine and released her new song, “Can’t Sit Still.” Written by Wilson, Trannie Anderson, Aslan Freeman and Dallas Wilson, “Can’t Sit Still” is a snapshot of Wilson’s life as an unstoppable global superstar. Continuing to receive widespread attention, Billboard calls it “a rollicking stomp of a song where the frenetic music perfectly matches the driving lyrics,” while iHeartRadio declares, “[it] captures Wilson’s free-spirited, yet driven and hard-working character.”

“The reigning current standard-bearer for women in country” (Variety), Wilson hosted the 59th CMA Awards (the first solo female host since Reba McEntire in 1991) last fall, where she also won three awards: Entertainer of the Year, Female Vocalist of the Year and Album of the Year (Whirlwind). She also released the deluxe version of her acclaimed album, Whirlwind, in August, which features five additional tracks, including her #1 single, “Somewhere Over Laredo.”

The Grand Ole Opry member is a prolific, sought-after songwriter, who has scored nine #1 hits including “4x4xU,” “Wildflowers And Wild Horses,” the 3x PLATINUM certified “Watermelon Moonshine” and the 4x PLATINUM Certified “Heart Like A Truck,” in addition to award-winning collaborations with Cole Swindell (“Never Say Never”), Jelly Roll (“Save Me”) and HARDY (“wait in the truck”). Moreover, Wilson has collaborated with artists such as Reba McEntire, Miranda Lambert, Dolly Parton and Post Malone, made her acting debut in Paramount’s hit television series, “Yellowstone,” and recently launched her fifth collection with Wrangler, as well as her own boot (Golden West Boots) and jewelry lines (The Lainey Wilson Jewelry Collection). 

Photo Credit: Erick Frost

LAINEY WILSON CONFIRMED TOUR DATES

May 1—New Orleans, LA—New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival
May 23—Nashville, TN—Nissan Stadium*
June 13—Tampa, FL—Raymond James Stadium*
June 20—Charlotte, NC—Bank of America Stadium*
June 28—Calgary, AB—Country Thunder Alberta
July 10—Chicago, IL—Windy City Smokeout
July 12—Craven, SK—Country Thunder Saskatchewan
August 1—Cincinnati, OH—Paycor Stadium*
August 6—Detroit Lakes, MN—WE Fest
August 7—Oshkosh, WI—Xroads41
August 8—Detroit, MI—Ford Field*
August 9—Canton, OH—Concert for Legends
August 12—Sturgis, SD—The Sturgis Buffalo Chip
August 15—Springfield, IL—Illinois State Fair
August 16—Des Moines, IA—Iowa State Fair
August 21—Atlanta, GA—Mercedes-Benz Stadium*
October 2—Ocean City, MD—Country Calling Festival
*with Chris Stapleton

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SONGS ABOUT US, JASON ALDEAN’S 12th STUDIO ALBUM FEATURING HIS 31st #1 SINGLE, OUT TODAY

Grammy-nominated entertainer Jason Aldean’s latest album, Songs About Us, is officially available everywhere today here on BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville. Already earning praise as his “best album in a decade” (Entertainment Focus), Songs About Us features Aldean’s 31st career number one single, “How Far Does A Goodbye Go,” his current single, “Don’t Tell On Me,” and several duets, including the title track “Songs About Us” featuring Luke Bryan ahead of Aldean and Bryan’s stadium co-headlining date tomorrow (4/25) at UGA’s Sanford Stadium. The concert marks a historic return for Aldean, a lifelong UGA fan, who 13 years ago became the first-ever, and to date only, artist to headline the venue.

Aldean recently sat down with Billboard’s Chart History to discuss behind the scenes stories throughout his career and catalogue of hits and shared the inspiration behind the album with The Tennessean, sharing “"I want to go out and make music, make records and go tour as long as I can.” 

Having cemented his status as one of the format’s most consistent hitmakers, ACM Artist of the Decade Aldean’s latest studio album Songs About Us follow’s Aldean’s career-spanning collection 30 Number One Hits, which debuted last year at No. 4 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart — marking Aldean’s 13th Top 10 country album in 20 years.  Following his 2026 Full Throttle World Tour, which featured his first headlining run in New Zealand and his highly-anticipated return to Australia for the first time in over a decade, Aldean also announced his Songs About Us Tour which will kick off this July (full dates below). Tickets are available here. 

SONGS ABOUT US 2026 TOUR DATES:
Thu July 16 – Bangor, ME – Maine Savings Amphitheater^
Fri July 17 – Holmdel, NJ – PNC Bank Arts Center^
Sat July 18 – Bethel, NY – Bethel Woods Center for the Arts^
Thu July 23 – Wichita, KS – INTRUST Bank Arena^
Fri July 24 – Oklahoma City, OK – Paycom Center^
Sat July 25 – Kansas City, MO – Morton Amphitheater^
Thu July 30 – Ridgefield, WA – Cascades Amphitheater^
Fri July 31 – Nampa, ID – Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater^
Fri Aug 14 – Wheatland, CA – Toyota Amphitheatre^
Sat Aug 15 – Fresno, CA – Save Mart Center at Fresno State^
Sat Aug 22 – Cincinnati, OH – Riverbend Music Center#%
Thu Aug 27 – Bossier City, LA – Brookshire Grocery Arena^
Fri Aug 28 – Brandon, MS – Brandon Amphitheater^
Sat Aug 29 – Orange Beach, AL – The Wharf Amphitheater^
Thu Sep 10 – Virginia Beach, VA – Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach^
Fri Sep 11 – Wantagh, NY – Northwell at Jones Beach Theater^
Sat Sep 12 – Hartford, CT – The Meadows Music Theatre^
Thu Sep 17 – Hamilton, ON – TD Coliseum^
Fri Sep 18 – Syracuse, NY – Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview^
Sat Sep 19 – Camden, NJ – Freedom Mortgage Pavilion^
Fri Sep 25 – Gilford, NH – BankNH Pavilion^
Sat Sep 26 – Gilford, NH – BankNH Pavilion^
^ with Chase Matthew, Mackenzie Carpenter and Dee Jay Silver
# with Chase Matthew and Dee Jay Silver
% with Elizabeth Nichols

LAINEY WILSON CELEBRATED WITH PEOPLE MAGAZINE COVER STORY

16x ACM, 12x CMA and Grammy Award-winner Lainey Wilson is featured on the current cover of People Magazine in celebration of her groundbreaking career. Read the full profile HERE.

The recognition arrives during a period of non-stop activity for Wilson, who is the subject of a new in-depth documentary, Lainey Wilson: Keepin’ Country Cool, set for release April 22 on Netflix, will headline Stagecoach and JazzFest this spring and is nominated for seven awards at the upcoming ACM Awards: Entertainer of the Year (following two consecutive wins in the category), Female Artist of the Year, Song of the Year (“Somewhere Over Laredo,” as artist and songwriter), Single of the Year (“Somewhere Over Laredo”), Music Event of the Year (“Trailblazer” with Reba McEntire and Miranda Lambert) and Visual Media of the Year (“Somewhere Over Laredo”). 

Wilson also recently made her film acting debut in Universal’s adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s Reminders of Him, was selected as one of USA Today’s 2026 Women of the Year and released her new song, “Can’t Sit Still.” Written by Wilson, Trannie Anderson, Aslan Freeman and Dallas Wilson, “Can’t Sit Still” is a snapshot of Wilson’s life as an unstoppable global superstar. Continuing to receive widespread attention, the song is included on this week’s all-genre Billboard Hot 100 chart, while Billboard calls it “a rollicking stomp of a song where the frenetic music perfectly matches the driving lyrics,” and iHeartRadio declares, “[it] captures Wilson’s free-spirited, yet driven and hard-working character.”

“The reigning current standard-bearer for women in country” (Variety), Wilson is in the midst of yet another monumental year. This past fall, she hosted the 59th CMA Awards (the first solo female host since Reba McEntire in 1991), where she also won three awards: Entertainer of the Year, Female Vocalist of the Year and Album of the Year (Whirlwind). She also released the deluxe version of her acclaimed album, Whirlwind, in August, which features five additional tracks, including her #1 single, “Somewhere Over Laredo.”

The Grand Ole Opry member is a prolific, sought-after songwriter, who has scored nine #1 hits including “4x4xU,” “Wildflowers And Wild Horses,” “Watermelon Moonshine” and the 2x PLATINUM Certified “Heart Like A Truck,” in addition to award-winning collaborations with Cole Swindell (“Never Say Never”), Jelly Roll (“Save Me”) and HARDY (“wait in the truck”). Moreover, Wilson has collaborated with artists such as Reba McEntire, Miranda Lambert, Dolly Parton and Post Malone, made her acting debut in Paramount’s hit television series, “Yellowstone,” and recently launched her fifth collection with Wrangler, as well as her own boot (Golden West Boots) and jewelry lines (The Lainey Wilson Jewelry Collection).

LAINEY WILSON CONFIRMED TOUR DATES

April 25—Indio, CA—Stagecoach 2026
May 1—New Orleans, LA—New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival
May 23—Nashville, TN—Nissan Stadium*
June 13—Tampa, FL—Raymond James Stadium*
June 20—Charlotte, NC—Bank of America Stadium*
June 28—Calgary, AB—Country Thunder Alberta
July 10—Chicago, IL—Windy City Smokeout
July 12—Craven, SK—Country Thunder Saskatchewan
August 1—Cincinnati, OH—Paycor Stadium*
August 6—Detroit Lakes, MN—WE Fest
August 7—Oshkosh, WI—Xroads41
August 8—Detroit, MI—Ford Field*
August 9—Canton, OH—Concert for Legends
August 12—Sturgis, SD—The Sturgis Buffalo Chip
August 15—Springfield, IL—Illinois State Fair
August 16—Des Moines, IA—Iowa State Fair
August 21—Atlanta, GA—Mercedes-Benz Stadium*
October 2—Ocean City, MD—Country Calling Festival
*with Chris Stapleton

PARMALEE’S “GOD KNEW BETTER” NO. 1 MOST ADDED AT COUNTRY RADIO WITH 65 ADDS

Parmalee’s latest Stoney Creek Records radio single, “God Knew Better” secured the accolade of No. 1 most added with 65 adds across Country Aircheck/Mediabase and Billboard.  The emotionally charged track is a mid-tempo ballad that thanks God for sending the one woman who could calm a reckless heart. Co-written by Abram Dean, David Fanning, Jamie Collazo, Andy Albert, and the band, Parmalee describes the track as “like running into an old friend you didn’t know you needed to see.”

The song “God Knew Better” is off Parmalee’s latest album, Fell In Love With A Cowgirl. The radio single follows their fifth consecutive number one hit (sixth total) “Cowgirl,” which was the band’s longest-running number one single, and was the longest-running number one by a band in nearly 14 years on the Billboard Country Airplay chart.

Parmalee is hitting the road this spring/summer.

Upcoming tour dates:

4/16               San Diego, CA         Beach House
4/17               Temecula, CA          Temecula Stampede
4/18               Yuma, AZ                 Desert Sun Stadium
4/25               Farmville, NC           Farmville Dogwood Festival
5/9                 Jefferson City, MO   Capital Region MU Health Care Amphitheater
5/15               Plain City, OH          The Grainery
6/12               Freedom, WI            Freedom Country Fest
6/13               Paw Paw, MI            Warner Vineyards
6/19               Ormond Beach, FL  The Pavilion at Destination Daytona
6/20               Valdosta, GA            All-Star Amphitheater | Wild Adventures Theme Park
6/26               Prior Lake, MN         The Great Midwest Ribfest
6/27               Detroit Lakes, MN    Detroit Mountain Recreation Area
7/3-7/12        Calgary, AB               Calgary Stampede 2026
7/18               Erie, PA                    Rebich Investments Amphitheater
7/23               Canton, OH              Hometown Jams: Parmalee
7/24               Chillicothe, IL           Chillicothe River and Rails Fest
8/1                 Myrtle Beach, SC     Alabama Theatre
8/15               Chelmsford, UK       Country Calling 2026
8/28               Dieppe, NB              YQM Countryfest 2026

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BRANTLEY GILBERT IS SECOND MOST-ADDED AT COUNTRY RADIO WITH 95 ADDS IN ITS FIRST WEEK

Following the release of “GOOD DAMN,” Brantley Gilbert returns to Country radio with his first single since signing with BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville/Wheelhouse Records. Garnering 95 adds in its first week, the track was the second most added of the week, just behind Luke Bryan. This makes it the second-biggest add week of Gilbert’s career behind “Bottoms Up” (106).The track also debuted exclusively with Country radio last week before its wide release on Friday, March 27. Listen to “GOOD DAMN” HERE.

“It means a lot to see Country radio showing this one love,” shares Gilbert. “It’s a personal song for me, so the fact that it’s connecting like this is special. Thank you to everyone who’s taken the time to listen, and I appreciate everybody spinning it.”

Written by Gilbert alongside Brock Berryhill, HARDY and Taylor Phillips, and produced by Gilbert and Berryhill, “GOOD DAMN” is inspired by the real-life twists in his love story with his wife of 11 years and captures the tension of running into the one who got away and realizing the spark never disappeared.

“This song hits close to home for me,” Gilbert shared upon the song’s release. “It’s about a second chance and being honest in the moment. You see someone you’ve got a past with and realize there’s still something there. Instead of overthinking it, you shoot your shot.”

Channeling the spirit of where it all began with the kind of storytelling that first set him apart, “GOOD DAMN” acts as the first taste of what’s to come as he preps his eighth studio album, coming later this year.

“We really wanted this one to cover all the bases and then some, and I feel like it does that,” Gilbert shared with Audacy’s Katie Neal about the forthcoming project. “There are songs on here that I’ve been excited about for a long time, some of these songs are older, but we also wanted to be reminiscent of some of my earlier albums. So there’s some nostalgia in there. There’s definitely some stuff that leans a little further back, stylistically and sonically.”

Gearing up for festival dates this spring and summer, the high-octane performer has fall dates on the horizon to be announced. For more information, visit BrantleyGilbert.com.

BRANTLEY GILBERT HEATS UP COUNTRY RADIO WITH “GOOD DAMN”

Multi-Platinum trailblazer Brantley Gilbert returns to Country radio with “GOOD DAMN,” his first single with BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville on Wheelhouse Records. A simmering throwback that nods to the swagger and storytelling of his early days, the track finds Gilbert leaning into the style that first defined his sound. Following an exclusive world premiere yesterday on Country radio, “GOOD DAMN” is now available on all streaming platforms. Listen to “GOOD DAMN” Below.
 
Written by Gilbert alongside Brock Berryhill, HARDY and Taylor Phillips, and produced by Gilbert and Berryhill, “GOOD DAMN” is inspired by the real-life twists in his love story with his wife of 11 years and captures the tension of running into the one who got away and realizing the spark never disappeared.
 
“This song hits close to home for me,” shares Gilbert. “It’s about a second chance and being honest in the moment. You see someone you’ve got a past with and realize there’s still something there. Instead of overthinking it, you shoot your shot.”
 
“GOOD DAMN” offers a first look at what’s to come as he works on his highly anticipated eighth studio album. With a career built on chart-topping hits and deeply personal storytelling, Gilbert continues to evolve while staying rooted in the honesty and grit that has defined his music from the start.
 
The Georgia native is set to embark on festival dates this spring and summer, with additional tour dates through the fall to be announced. For more information, visit BrantleyGilbert.com.

About Brantley Gilbert
Multi-Platinum trailblazer Brantley Gilbert turns up the heat with “GOOD DAMN,” his first single with BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville on Wheelhouse Records, available now. A simmering, sexy throwback that nods to the swagger and storytelling of his early days and inspired by the real-life twists in his love story with his wife of 11 years, the song captures the tension of running into the one who got away and realizing the spark never left. Unmistakably BG, “GOOD DAMN” is proof that some flames never fade. An era-defining artist forever bonded to his fans, Gilbert’s been mining the timeless values of hard-working dedication, high-octane thrills and humble faith since his 2009 debut, A Modern Day Prodigal Son, creating a chart-topping grit-and-grace fusion which helped set the stage for today’s genre-blending format. With his dedicated BG Nation behind him, the performer-songwriter has racked up more than 8.3 BILLION career streams, boasting back-to-back Platinum albums and seven No. 1 hits including the RIAA 7x Platinum “Bottoms Up;” 2x Platinum “Country Must Be Country Wide;” 2x Platinum “You Don’t Know Her Like I Do;” 2x Platinum “One Hell of An Amen;” and the Platinum-certified “What Happens In A Small Town” with Lindsay Ell. Possessing a can’t-fake-it quality of fierce independence, the ACM, CMA and AMA award winner has toured alongside everyone from Willie Nelson and Toby Keith to Kenny Chesney, Nickelback and more.
 

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ALISON NICHOLS HAS “BOX WINE PROBLEMS” BUT HAVING A GOOD TIME AIN’T ONE – OUT NOW

Alison Nichols releases her first original song through BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville with “Box Wine Problems,” a release that skips the explanations and gets straight to the good part. Written by Nichols alongside Sherrie Austin and Will Rambeaux and produced by Rambeaux and Ilya Toshinskiy, the song moves with loose rules, open pours, and a total lack of concern for how things are supposed to go. It does not ask permission and it does not clean up the mess. It just expects you to keep up the good times among the inebriated havoc. Listen HERE.

From the opening chorus, “Box Wine Problems” makes one thing clear. Everything might be going wrong, but nobody is leaving. The wine is cheap, the cups are plastic, someone is crying, someone is lying, someone is fully passed out, and somehow this is still the night you would not trade for anything. Nichols sings it straight, letting the chaos speak for itself and leaning into the idea that fun does not require order, answers, or a plan.

“This song is about letting go of the idea that the night has to make sense,” says Nichols. “You stop trying to fix it, stop trying to control it, and just let it be what it is. That is usually when it gets really good.”

Watch the official "Box Wine Problems" music video below:

Sonically, the track mirrors that energy. It opens with a stripped-down chorus and no percussion, creating a raw, unfiltered entry before the rhythm kicks in. Classic Southern slide guitar runs through the track, adding grit and movement, and the song closes with a full-room sing-along featuring friends in the studio, capturing the sound of a night that has grown louder, looser, and more crowded as it goes.

The moment behind the song is just as fitting. Nichols wrote “Box Wine Problems” the day she officially signed her record deal, turning a celebration with Austin and Rambeaux into a spontaneous writing session that matched the mood of the occasion.

Following the response to her release of “John Deere Green,” Nichols moves further into her own lane with “Box Wine Problems.” It introduces an artist who understands that sometimes the best nights are not the ones you plan, but the ones you stop overthinking and stay for anyway.

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JASON ALDEAN SURPRISED WITH 31 NUMBER ONES PARTY AT THE COUNTRY RADIO SEMINAR

Last night, at BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville’s annual CRS event, country superstar Jason Aldean was surprised with a party celebrating his 31 number one hits. Hosted by BMG Americas’ President, Frontline Recordings Jon Loba and BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville’s EVP, Recorded Music JoJamie Hahr, the evening celebrated the two decades which have seen Aldean build a remarkable career with 13 Top 10 country albums and 31 number one hits at country radio.

Joined on stage by songwriters who helped craft his hits, Aldean said, “This is crazy…this is wild. I feel like this is every songwriter that’s ever written on my records. I had no idea about tonight - I thought I was coming to play one song and hang out for a minute and go home. Thank you so much for being here. All the writers here tonight are why I have a career so thank you so much. Between these guys and you all at country radio, Jon Loba, and everyone at BBR, thank you for tonight and for the last twenty years. I’m blown away.”

Superstars took the stage to honor Aldean with performances including Aldean’s favorite band Alabama(performing their hit and one of Aldean’s favorite’s “The Closer You Get,” which Aldean used to cover in his early sets), Blake Shelton (performing Aldean’s number one “When She Says Baby”) and Travis Tritt (performing Aldean’s number one “Night Train”). Brian Kelley and Tyler Hubbard, of Florida Georgia Line, reunited to perform Aldean’s number hit that they co-wrote with Morgan Wallen and Jordan Schmidt, “You Make It Easy.” His 30th number one song “Whiskey Drink” was celebrated along with “How Far Does A Goodbye Go,” which is actually Aldean’s 31st number one, and was performed by Aldean.

The evening also featured video tributes from Aldean’s friends Lauren Alaina, Brooks & Dunn, Luke Bryan, HARDY, Chipper Jones, Miranda Lambert, Chase Matthew, Rascal Flatts, Thomas Rhett, Willie Robertson, Darius Rucker, Bridgette Tatum, Lainey Wilson, Carrie Underwood and Trisha Yearwood. 

Photo Credit: Jeff Johnson

Together, 54 songwriters were celebrated for Aldean’s 31 number one hits including Rhett Akins, Kurt Allison, Dylan Altman, Brent Anderson, Thomas Archer, Brett Beavers, Jaron Boyer, Will Bundy, Rodney Clawson, Jim Collins, Dallas Davidson, Chris DeStefano, Michael Dulaney, John Edwards, Jerry Flowers, Colt Ford, Andy Gibson, Brantley Gilbert, Ashley Gorley, Ben Hayslip, Tyler Hubbard, Brett James, Paul Jenkins, Brian Kelley, Tully Kennedy, Brandon Kinney, Kelley Lovelace, Tony Martin, Jim McCormick, Vicky McGehee, Jeff Middleton, Josh Mirenda, Wendell Mobley, Ashley Monroe, John Morgan, David Lee Murphy, Danny Myrick, Alex Palmer, Bobby Pinson, John Rich, Jimmy Robbins, Deric Ruttan, Jordan Schmidt, Jason Sellers, Bridgette Tatum, Josh Thompson, Neil Thrasher, Chris Tompkins, Michael Tyler, Lydia Vaughan, Morgan Wallen, Brad Warren, Brent Warren and Brian White. 

Aldean’s next album, Songs About Us, out April 24th, features his 31st chart-topping hit “How Far Does A Goodbye Go” as well as his new single “Don’t Tell On Me,” which was most added at country radio on impact. Currently a two-time nominee at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards for Country Artist of the Year and Country Song of the Year, he recently announced his upcoming 22-city 2026 Songs About Us Tour as well as his headlining stadium date at University of Georgia’s Sanford Stadium with fellow Georgia native Luke Bryan the week of his Songs About Us album release.

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