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

June 10, 2026

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.

DUSTIN LYNCH DELIVERS TWO OF CMA FEST'S HOTTEST TICKETS

June 9, 2026

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

June 6, 2026

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

June 4, 2026

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

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

May 23, 2026

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

May 13, 2026

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

May 8, 2026

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.

LAINEY WILSON HEADLINES STAGECOACH

April 29, 2026

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).

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

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

April 24, 2026

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

April 16, 2026

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

April 14, 2026

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

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

March 30, 2026

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”

March 27, 2026

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.

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

March 27, 2026

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

March 20, 2026

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.

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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ATLUS RELEASES LABEL DEBUT ALBUM ART OF LETTING GO – OUT NOW

March 20, 2026

Platinum recording artist Atlus releases his label debut album, Art of Letting Go, today via BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville. The 15-track project is his most personal to date, shaped by grief, growth, and the real-life experiences that have defined both the artist and the man.

Named after its title track, which confronts the loss of his sister to addiction, Art of Letting Go mines the emotional core of Atlus’ songwriting. Blending country with elements of rock, pop, and hip-hop, the album reflects the full spectrum of his story, balancing hard truths with moments of light, resilience, and release. Listen HERE.

Led by producer Andrew Baylis alongside a group of key collaborators, the project includes Atlus’ debut country radio single “Devil Ain’t Done,” the driving lead track “Spare Key,” and release day focus “Still Haven’t Stopped.”

“This time, with this album, it’s about moving through moments and experiences that shaped me as a person, as a brother, as a son, and as an artist. Looking at some of the things that brought me to where I am, and both acknowledging them and letting them have their place in the story as we try to add new chapters,” shares Atlus. “My deepest hope is that someone out there hears these songs and connects with the stories and the music and feels like their load is a little lighter because we are sharing the experience.”

As Billboard noted while naming him February’s Country Rookie of the Month, “For Atlus, who grew up in Denver in a single-parent home marked by poverty, the album marks not only a career triumph, but also a way of sharing his story of overcoming adversity, and inspiring others to prevail over their own obstacles.”

Before signing with BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville, Atlus built a loyal following through four independent albums and a relentless work ethic that carried him from the underground to major milestones. His rise includes more than one billion on-demand streams, a Platinum release, a Top 5 album on Spotify’s Global Album Chart, and a standout performance alongside Jelly Roll at a packed Red Rocks Amphitheatre. Recently named one of Pandora’s 2026 Artists to Watch in Country, he continues to connect with fans through emotionally direct songwriting and a voice that cuts through.

That connection was forged long before the spotlight. Atlus began writing songs while working long hours as a commercial truck driver, crafting lyrics behind the wheel to support his family and fund studio time. That grind laid the foundation for the artist he is today and continues to shape the perspective that runs throughout Art of Letting Go.

The project builds on the success of “Devil Ain’t Done,” which was among the most-added songs at country radio on add day, reached the Top 5 in Australia, and continues to climb in the United States. The track pairs a driving sound with lyrics rooted in self-doubt and perseverance, expanding on Atlus’ ability to turn personal struggles into something universally felt. Watch below.

Another standout, “Still Haven’t Stopped,” serves as a companion to the album’s title track, exploring the weight of loving someone in active addiction and the complicated space between holding on and letting go.

The lead track “Spare Key” delivers a powerful chorus built around a symbol of trust, love, and vulnerability, with a music video featuring an appearance by friend, artist, and influencer Demps. Watch HERE.

Family remains a constant thread throughout the album. Atlus’ success has allowed him to retire his mom, but before music took off, he balanced multiple jobs including truck driving, UPS shifts, and rideshare work to make ends meet and invest in his career.

Atlus continues his 2026 tour with festival appearances and headlining shows before joining Russell Dickerson this spring on the RussellMania Tour. See a full list of tour dates HERE.

About Atlus
Raised in a single-parent home marked by poverty and addiction, Atlus had to grow up fast, building resilience and a lifelong commitment to authenticity in his music. Phonetically named after the mythological Titan who held up the heavens, he began writing while working long hours as a commercial truck driver, crafting lyrics and melodies behind the wheel to help support his family and fund studio time. That pavement-pounding grind became both his classroom and his engine, fueling the rise of a loyal underground following. Breakthrough moments soon followed, including performing alongside Jelly Roll at a packed Red Rocks Amphitheatre and landing a Top 5 album on Spotify’s Global Album Chart. With over a billion on-demand streams, millions of followers across social platforms, a Platinum single to his name, and recognition as one of Pandora’s 2026 Artists to Watch in Country, and Billboard’s February Rookie of the Month, Atlus continues to turn personal stories into universal anthems. His label debut album, Art of Letting Go, is out now via BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville and features his first radio single that is currently climbing the country radio charts, “Devil Ain’t Done.”

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RYAN AND RORY EMERGE AS BREAKOUT STARS AT C2C: COUNTRY TO COUNTRY 2026

March 19, 2026

Rising country duo Ryan and Rory have cemented their status as one of the most talked-about new acts in country music following a standout weekend at C2C: Country to Country Festival at the O2 Arena in London.

Performing across the festival’s coveted side stages, the Nashville-based pair delivered a series of high-impact sets that captivated both audiences and industry, marking a defining international breakthrough moment in their career.

Their natural on-stage chemistry and relatable songwriting created an atmosphere that felt both electric and deeply personal, transforming casual listeners into dedicated new fans returning to see them across the weekend. Over the weekend, the duo struck a seamless balance between high-energy, hook-driven anthems and more intimate, narrative-led moments.

Tracks such as "Truck Stop" sparked crowd-wide participation, turning packed-out performance spaces into impromptu dance floors - watch here. while "Lawn Chair in the Living Room" highlighted their emotional depth and storytelling authenticity.

In each set, Ryan and Rory surprised audiences with a performance of the international smash hit "Tonight Tonight" from Hot Chelle Rae, the 2010’s pop-rock group co-founded by Ryan Follesé, who also served as its lead vocalist. The song electrified the crowd as the duo invited the audience into a playful “Who’s Louder?” singalong, transforming the stage into an interactive celebration of music and nostalgia. Fans and critics praised the shows for their energy, musicianship and audience participation.

Closing each set with intensity and confidence, Ryan and Rory elevated their performances beyond what’s typically expected of side-stage artists. Media praise quickly followed, with Entertainment Focus describing their appearance as “one of the most iconic C2C side-stage performances ever,” underscoring the scale of their impact. The publication added, “The whole set felt like wandering into a bar on Broadway and discovering Nashville’s best-kept secret just before the rest of the world catches on.”

Praise extended across the wider media landscape. Country in the UK highlighted the duo’s impact from the moment fans arrived, noting they delivered “the perfect wake up call” with “a huge sound… towards the pop-rock end of the country spectrum,” while UK Country News praised they had “loads of energy” and “brilliant harmonies” and that the “crowd were really into it,” adding that they are “quickly becoming one of the most exciting new acts coming out of Nashville.”

Ryan and Rory’s final performance of the weekend drew a standing ovation following the one, two knock out punch of their recent bangers "Truck Stop" into "Them Boots." Responding to overwhelming crowd demand — the only encore requested on the stage all weekend — the duo returned to the stage for an emotional performance of "Heaven’s Got a Country Station," which was met with an equally explosive reception and their second standing ovation of the night.

Adding to their breakout weekend, Ryan and Rory captured the attention of the UK’s biggest country radio stations, Absolute Radio Country, Smooth Country and CountryLine, all of whom interviewed the duo over the festival. This early support from major stations underscores Ryan and Rory’s rising prominence in the UK country music scene and signals that they are an act to watch.

With growing media attention, rapidly expanding fan engagement, and a reputation for delivering unforgettable live performances, Ryan and Rory leave C2C London 2026 not only as fan favourites, but as artists firmly on the cusp of major international success. Plans are already underway for their return and they are working on their first full-length album under BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville.

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CHAYCE BECKHAM KICKS OFF “THE OLD FASHIONED TOUR”

March 17, 2026

Chayce Beckham kicked off his “Old Fashioned Tour” this past weekend with shows in Garland, Texas and Miami, Oklahoma. The tour continues with nine more shows around the country. Called “the poster child for impactful and meaningful country music,” (Entertainment Focus), Beckham is also in the studio making the next wave of music. With this latest tour, Beckham continues his reign as “one of the genre’s most exciting rising stars” (Entertainment Focus).

Upcoming tour dates include:

4/9 St. Augustine, FL The St. Augustine Amphitheatre*
4/10 Ft. Lauderdale, FL Rock The Ocean’s Tortuga Music Festival
4/11 Clearwater, FL The BayCare Sound*
4/24 Virginia Beach, VA Beach Events
4/25 Leesburg, VA Tally Ho Theater
5/29 Atlantic City, NJ Music Box at Borgata
7/10 Independence, IA Buchanan County Fair
7/11 Ham Lake, MN Summer Sounds at Willow Tree Winery
7/24 Chillicothe, IL Chillicothe River & Rails Fest
*Supporting Dwight Yoakam

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LAINEY WILSON’S NEW SONG “CAN’T SIT STILL” OUT NOW

March 14, 2026

16x ACM, 12x CMA and Grammy Award-winner Lainey Wilson’s new song, “Can’t Sit Still,” is out today via BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville. Listen Below.

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. Filled with restless energy, the track arrives during a period of non-stop activity for Wilson, as she makes her film acting debut in Universal’s adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s Reminders of Him (out today), was recently selected as one of USA Today’s 2026 Women of the Year, and is the subject of a new in-depth documentary, Lainey Wilson: Keepin’ Country Cool, set for release April 22 on Netflix, following its premiere at SXSWnext week. Wilson will also perform at the iHeartRadio Music Awards on Thursday, March 26, where she is nominated for Country Artist of the Year and Favorite Tour Tradition.

An electric live performer, Wilson just wrapped the final leg of her extensive Whirlwind World Tour and will continue to tour through this summer including headline sets at Stagecoach, JazzFest and Windy City Smokeout as well as select stadium dates with Chris Stapleton. See below for the complete tour itinerary.

“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
March 19—Houston, TX—Rodeo Houston
March 20—Thackerville, OK—WinStar World Casino & Resort
March 21—Thackerville, OK—WinStar World Casino & Resort
April 10—Florence, AZ—Country Thunder Arizona
April 11—Laughlin, NV—Laughlin Event Center
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*
*with Chris Stapleton

COLIN STOUGH TAKES ON HARD LESSONS EARLY WITH “21 YEAR OLD MAN BLUES”

March 14, 2026

Mississippi native Colin Stough digs deeper into the weight of growing up too fast with his gripping new release, “21 Year Old Man Blues,” available now. Listen Below.

Written by Stough alongside Brandon Hood and Marc Beeson and produced by Hood, the track captures the restless tension of youth carrying consequences beyond its years. Set against a gritty, Delta-inspired backdrop, “21 Year Old Man Blues” blends swampy guitar tones, sparse but driving rhythm, and Stough’s signature gravel-edged vocal to deliver a sound steeped in the raw, lived-in spirit of his home state.

“‘21-Year-Old Man Blues’ is about being a young fella and feeling the old man blues,” Stough shares. “It’s about constantly feeling like you're running from something. Brandon Hood and I wrote the song and two days later we were cutting vocals on it. I told him I wanted it to sound like Mississippi with the instrumentation and he absolutely nailed it.”

Through vivid storytelling that moves from Tupelo to the Delta and out onto the open road, the song follows a young man wrestling with mistakes, expectations, and the heavy cost of living wild. It’s a stark, cinematic portrait of reckoning and survival, and another example of Stough’s ability to turn hard truths into compelling, no-frills country storytelling.

With a skinned-raw delivery and an instinct for songs rooted in real life, Stough continues to build momentum as one of the genre’s most authentic emerging voices. He will continue releasing new music and connecting with fans on the road throughout 2026.

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 Homeoffer a no-frills portrait of a young man navigating life with Southern grit, while releases including “White Trash,” “20 Bucks,” and “Best For You” showcase his no-holds-barred storytelling. His new track, “21 Year Old Man Blues,” continues that trajectory, pairing Delta-rooted grit with a hard-lived perspective well beyond his years. 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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