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Leah Seawright, ‘On the Backroads’ – Song Spotlight
A strong dose of anthemic '80s pop-rock blends with country throughout Leah Seawright's new single, 'On the Backroads.' The rebel-spirited song comes from the Alabama native's recent album 'Country Girl 101.'
Sarah Darling, ‘Something to Do With Your Hands’ – Song Spotlight
Sarah Darling has romantic evening plans for her hard-working man in 'Something to Do With Your Hands,' the first single from her upcoming album 'Angels and Devils.' The song follows the fan-demanded release of Darling's cover of U2's 'With or Without You.'
Ronnie Dunn, ‘Bleed Red’ – Song Spotlight
Ronnie Dunn, formerly half of the mega-successful, recently disbanded Brooks & Dunn, has just unveiled 'Bleed Red,' the uplifting first single from his upcoming debut solo album.
Bridgette Tatum, ‘Hillbilly Rockstar’ – Song Spotlight
The weekend's here (if you're reading this on a week day ... just pretend), so get ready to party like you're a 'Hillbilly Rockstar' with Bridgette Tatum's new single as your soundtrack. Tatum, who co-wrote the No. 1 hit 'She's Country' for Jason Aldean, is expected to feature this song on her debut full-length album shortly.
Josh Kelley, Ashton Shepherd and Randy Montana Perform a ‘Guitar Pull’ in Ohio
A trio of up-and-coming country singers, Josh Kelley, Ashton Shepherd and Randy Montana, performed what Montana described as a traditional Nashville "guitar pull" last night as local station WQMX hosted a wonderful evening of music at the beautiful Tangier in Akron, Ohio. All three singers were onstage at one time, taking turns performing their own songs in front of an appreciative crowd
Drive-By Truckers, ‘Everybody Needs Love’ – Song Spotlight
Alt-country rockers the Drive-By Truckers spread some universal truth on 'Everybody Needs Love,' the new single from their ninth studio album, 'Go-Go Boots.' The song is a cover, originally performed by one of the band's heroes, '60s and '70s soul singer Eddie Hinton.
Steve Earle Plans Release of ‘Country-Flavored’ New Album
Singer-songwriter-author-actor-non-shaver Steve Earle has announced the release of his new album, "I'll Never Get Out of This World Alive,' due on April 26 via New West Records. The 11-track album was produced by the ubiquitous T-Bone Burnett, and will be followed in two weeks by a novel of the same name.
Don Henley of the Eagles at Work on Country Album
Don Henley, drummer and songwriter for country-rock superstars the Eagles, is reportedly in the studio working on a solo country album, with Stan Lynch of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers sitting in the producer's chair.
Chris Young, ‘Voices’ (Acoustic) – Song Spotlight
Since the second release of Chris Young's current Top 5 smash 'Voices' went so well -- reaching the Top 5 of the county charts after initially stalling at No. 37 over two years ago -- it's only natural that his label would go for the trifecta. So now fans can also enjoy a special live acoustic performance of the uplifting anthem.
Eddie Montgomery Declared Cancer-Free by Doctors
See that smile on Eddie Montgomery's face? It could be because his doctor just pronounced the Montgomery Gentry singer free of his prostate cancer that was announced last November.