Scott Kirkland/Disney How many Jelly Rolls is too many? For one Philadelphia musician, there can only be one, and it’s him. Jelly Roll, born Jason DeFord, has been hit with a lawsuit by musician Kurt Titchenell, who performs with his band under the name Jellyroll. According to legal documents obtained by ABC News, Titchenell says …
Apr 12
Nashville notes: Fresh tracks from Avery Anna, Ryan Hurd + Vincent Mason
Avery Anna has dropped an autobiographical new breakup song, “Two Sides of the Story.” “I felt a lot of closure writing this song. To me it conveys the acceptance after heartbreak when you truly know that no matter what happened, and who is to blame, the outcome is the same. All that’s left to do at …
Apr 12
Riley Green super serves fans with ‘Way Out Here’ EP
Courtesy of Nashville Harbor Records & Entertainment Riley Green is celebrating the kickoff of his annual Duckman Jam at Flora-Bama with a new EP, Way Out Here. Out now, the seven-song set includes the earlier released “Worst Way” and its title track, as well as a cover of Bruce Springsteen‘s “Atlantic City.” “We’ve been playing these new songs on the …
Apr 12
Cole Swindell drops personal love song, “Forever to Me”
Courtesy of Warner Music Nashville Art imitates life for Cole Swindell in his new song, “Forever to Me.” Co-written by Cole, the romantic ode follows a guy recounting putting a ring on his sweetheart and all it entails. “She gave eighteen summers to Caroline/ Spent a few more wild and free/ Gave a long shot chance to a …
Apr 12
ERNEST welcomes you to ‘NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE’
Courtesy of Big Loud Records / Image by Delaney Royer ERNEST is paying tribute to his hometown with his sophomore album, NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE. Out now, the Joey Moi-produced project features 26 songs, including collabs with Morgan Wallen, Lainey Wilson, HARDY and Lukas Nelson. “I was born and raised in Nashville,” ERNEST says in a press release. “I love this …
Apr 12
Chris Stapleton rocks with Slash on early Fleetwood Mac cover, “Oh Well”
Disney/Frank Micelotta Chris Stapleton has teamed up with Slash to release a cover of an early Fleetwood Mac song, “Oh Well.” The track was recorded for the Guns N’ Roses shredder’s upcoming blues album, Orgy of the Damned. “[Chris’] singing cadence and that drawl that he has for this particular song, in my mind’s eye, it sounded perfect,” Slash tells Rolling Stone. “I had to get …
Apr 12
Tyler Hubbard wants ‘Strong’ to showcase more of who he is
Courtesy of EMI Records Nashville Releasing new music is more than an obligation for Tyler Hubbard. To him, it’s an artistic avenue to offer glimpses of his life to fans. “I think that’s part of the goal. Sharing my art with the world is just letting them into who I am even more and getting to know one …
Apr 11
Nashville notes: Parker McCollum’s “Burn It Down” candle + Connie Smith’s surprise album
Parker McCollum has released a new Burn It Down candle. The candle, hand-poured and packed in Nashville, is a nod to his latest chart-topper and boasts notes of smoke, amber, wood and more. You can grab yours now at Parker’s merch store. Country icon and Grand Ole Opry member Connie Smith has surprise-released her 55th album, Love, Prison, Wisdom and …
Apr 11
Riley Green strips down “Worst Way” for fans
Disney/Scott Kirkland As Riley Green readies to drop his Way Out Here EP Friday, he’s taken to Instagram to treat fans to a stripped-back version of its latest preview track, “Worst Way.” Donning a black Caterpillar hoodie, camo hat and jeans, Riley performed the racy track with an acoustic guitar in an apartment living room. “I want you in the worst …
Apr 11
It’s a “Good Day” when Russell Dickerson announces new music
Chris Haston/NBC Russell Dickerson is set to drop a new song, “Good Day To Have a Great Day,” on May 3. While not much is known about the song yet, Russell did share its cover art: a picture of him standing on a bed wearing a white tank top and striped shorts. “IT’S A GOOD DAY TO HAVE A GREAT FREAKING …