ERNEST flies solo without Lainey in “Would If I Could”

Courtesy of Big Loud Records ERNEST‘s “Would If I Could” has arrived at country radio with a twist. Instead of sending the original Lainey Wilson-assisted version you find on his latest album, NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE, ERNEST has chosen to send a new solo rendition — and he’s got a good reason for it. “We’re going to be taking …

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GloRilla unveils artists featured on debut album, ‘Glorious’

CMG Records GloRilla‘s Glorious feature list has been revealed, and included are a mix of hip-hop, R&B and gospel artists. According to a post shared to her Instagram Monday, Latto, Sexyy Red, Megan Thee Stallion and Bossman Dlow will join Glo on her upcoming debut album. Muni Long, Fridayy and T-Pain represent the genre of …

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Dylan Scott saddles up for Country Till I Die Tour

Omar Vega/FilmMagic Dylan Scott is hitting the road in 2025 for his Country Till I Die Tour. It’ll kick off April 3 in Boston and hit New York, Cincinnati, Boise, Salt Lake City, Denver and more before wrapping May 17 in St. Augustine. George Birge, Dasha and Graham Barham have been tapped to open on select dates. “C O U N T …

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Riley Green wants you to “Change” his mind

Courtesy of Nashville Harbor Records & Entertainment A new preview of Riley Green‘s Don’t Mind If I Do has dropped. “Change My Mind” is the newest advance track of Riley’s 18-track album, which drops Oct. 18. It boasts a sultry storyline about reliving a romantic experience with one’s ex. “To change my mind, show up …

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Concert For Carolina: Eric Church + Luke Combs join forces to help Hurricane Helene victims

ABC North Carolina natives Eric Church and Luke Combs will join forces for Concert For Carolina. Happening Oct. 26 at Charlotte’s Bank of America Stadium, the benefit show will feature performances from Eric, Luke, Billy String, James Taylor and more, with all proceeds going to Hurricane Helene rescue efforts in the Carolinas. “This is my home. It’s …

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Jordan Davis is adopting a “fan first” mindset for his next album: “I want to serve the fan”

Disney/Larry McCormack Jordan Davis is hard at work on the follow-up to 2023’s Bluebird Days, and while it’s not quite ready yet, he’s got a strong vision in mind — and it’s centered around his fans. “I’ve wrote a lot for Bluebird Days, my last album, and wrote a lot about some things I never thought I’d write about. …

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Nashville notes: Fresh tunes from Ryan Griffin, Kat Luna + Caitlyn Smith

“Salt, Lime & Tequila” singer Ryan Griffin has dropped “Just Like You Said,” his first new song since 2023’s Phases EP. “Ain’t turning back this time,” Ryan says of his soaring breakup number on Instagram. “Turn it up, text an ex and enjoy!” Kat Luna, formerly of the now-defunct duo Kat & Alex, has released “That Girl,” …

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Nate Smith strikes ‘California Gold’ with album #2

Courtesy of Kaiser Cunningham + Sony Music Nashville Nate Smith has released his sophomore album, California Gold, and it’s a nod to his home state. Spanning 16 tracks, the project showcases Nate’s multigenre versatility and influences, and includes the #1 hit “Bulletproof” and “Can You Die From a Broken Heart,” his second collab with pop star Avril …

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Meet Conner Smith, ‘The Storyteller’

Courtesy of The Valory Music Co. Conner Smith‘s back in his “natural state as a songwriter” with The Storyteller EP. Out now, the five-song set features the thought-provoking title track, sentimental “Nostalgia” and inspiring “Faith From a Farmer.” “I had the title of ‘The Storyteller’ in my phone for a long time and didn’t really know what that meant …

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Dolly Parton’s donating $1 million to help Hurricane Helene victims

Miller Mobley/NBC Dolly Parton is making a $1 million donation to the Mountain Ways Foundation, a nonprofit providing immediate aid to Hurricane Helene flood victims. Dollywood Parks & Resorts, Dolly Parton’s Stampede, Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show and The Dollywood Foundation have pledged to match her donation to Mountain Ways, raising the total amount to $2 million. “These are special people here; they’re my people. …

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