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Neo-Traditional Torchbearer Joe Nichols  Still ‘Fighting the Good Fight’ on Powerful New Anthem, Released TODAY (2/20) 

Autobiographical Track Is 3-TimeGRAMMY Nominee’s First Self-PennedRelease in Nearly 20 Years  NASHVILLE, TN (Feb. 20, 2026) – QHMG / Quartz Hill Records’ neo-traditional torchbearer, Joe Nichols, today released “Fighting the Good Fight,” an understated yet powerful song about navigating life’s darkness and light.  Nichols co-wrote and co-produced the track alongside Jason Sellers and Paul Jenkins, two of the writers behind his Platinum-certified No. 1 smash “Sunny and 75.” The production is organic, unhurried and inviting, and although the lyric is … Continue reading Neo-Traditional Torchbearer Joe Nichols  Still ‘Fighting the Good Fight’ on Powerful New Anthem, Released TODAY (2/20) 

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COUNTRY ROCK FIRESTARTER JOE HERMES KICKS OFF 2026 WITH ENERGETIC COUNTRY POP/ROCK SINGLE “THAT COUNTRY HIGH,” PREMIERING ON COUNTRY IN THE UK AHEAD OF MULTIPLE EUROPEAN TOURS  

THE BREAKOUT ARTIST STEPS INTO HIS SPOTLIGHT AFTER SHARING THE STAGE WITH ROCK AND COUNTRY SUPERSTARS INCLUDING LAKEVIEW, BLACK STONE CHERRY, HINDER, DAVID NAIL, UNCLE KRACKER, CRAIG CAMPBELL, AND MORE LISTEN TO “THAT COUNTRY HIGH”  “Joe has a superb sound that will satisfy country-rock fans and could become a festival and concert favorite in years to come.” –Jake’s Take “…A blue-collar country rock anthem that … Continue reading COUNTRY ROCK FIRESTARTER JOE HERMES KICKS OFF 2026 WITH ENERGETIC COUNTRY POP/ROCK SINGLE “THAT COUNTRY HIGH,” PREMIERING ON COUNTRY IN THE UK AHEAD OF MULTIPLE EUROPEAN TOURS  

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Luke Bryan Releases 2026 Tour Title Track: “Word On The Street”

Available Across All Digital Platforms Today! NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Five-time Entertainer of the Year Luke Bryan has released a new song today, “Word On The Street,” which is the title of his 2026 tour. The song is the first of more new music anticipated this year and is the follow-up to Luke’s 32nd #1 hit, “Country Song Came On” which hit the top spot last summer. “Word … Continue reading Luke Bryan Releases 2026 Tour Title Track: “Word On The Street”

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STEPHEN PEARCY

TEASES NEW MUSIC WITH SNIPPET OF SONG “DRIVE” FROM HIS FORTHCOMING ALBUM DUE OUT LATER THIS YEAR LISTEN HERE INITIAL DATES FOR “THE UNDERCOVER TOUR” KICK OFF FEBRUARY 26 STEPHEN PEARCY—the voice of RATT—has teased his upcoming sixth solo album by rolling out a snippet of the song “Drive.” The track was written by PEARCY and features one of the album’s many special guests on lead guitar—someone whose name will soon … Continue reading STEPHEN PEARCY

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Keith Urban to Appear at CRS 2026 for Special Q&A Spotlighting His Longtime Support of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

(Nashville, Tennessee — February 20, 2026) — Country Radio Broadcasters (CRB) has announced that MCA recording artist and global superstar Keith Urban will participate in a special Q&A session at Country Radio Seminar (CRS) 2026, reflecting on his years of supporting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® and his experiences interacting with patients and families. Urban’s appearance is part of the session titled “The Power Of … Continue reading Keith Urban to Appear at CRS 2026 for Special Q&A Spotlighting His Longtime Support of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

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MADDEN METCALF CONFRONTS POST-BREAKUP BURNOUT ON BOLDLY HONEST NEW SONG “I DON’T WANNA CRY ANYMORE”

20-YEAR-OLD FLORIDA NATIVE’SDEBUT EP SALTWATER SOUTHERN DUE OUT MARCH 20 NASHVILLE, TENN. (February 20, 2026) — Today, rising singer/songwriter Madden Metcalf shares his new song “I Don’t Wanna Cry Anymore” — a thrillingly candid anthem of post-breakup limbo, perfectly capturing the messy middle stage between heartbreak and healing. Out now via Wexler Records/MCA, “I Don’t Wanna Cry Anymore” will appear on the 20-year-old Florida native’s debut EP Saltwater Southern (due out March 20). Go here to listen … Continue reading MADDEN METCALF CONFRONTS POST-BREAKUP BURNOUT ON BOLDLY HONEST NEW SONG “I DON’T WANNA CRY ANYMORE”

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FILMORE IS ‘ATYPICAL’ WITH BRAND NEW ALBUM OUT NOW

21-SONG POWERHOUSE MARKS FIRST LP RELEASE VIA GLOBAL ICON PITBULL’S MR. 305 RECORDS—FILMORE TO MAKE DEBUT APPEARANCE ON THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW NEXT TUESDAY (2/24) NASHVILLE, TENN. (February 20, 2026) – Today, Country singer/songwriter FILMORE releases his fourth studio album Atypical — a 21-song triumph built on his boundary-breaking form of Country. In a testament to his culture-shifting clout, Atypical marks his inaugural album release via MULTI-PLATINUM global icon Pitbull’s Mr. 305 Records, which selected … Continue reading FILMORE IS ‘ATYPICAL’ WITH BRAND NEW ALBUM OUT NOW

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ON CLOUD 9 WITH MEGAN MORONEY’S MASSIVELY ANTICIPATED THIRD STUDIO ALBUM OUT NOW

NEW ALBUM FEATURES ED SHEERAN & KACEY MUSGRAVES—COUNTRY SUPERSTAR FLOATS THROUGH “9 CITIES. 9 DAYS.” STARTING TODAY NASHVILLE, TENN. (February 20, 2026) – Today marks the highly awaited release of Cloud 9 — the globally anticipated new album from Sony Music Nashville/Columbia Records singer/songwriter Megan Moroney. Go here to stream/download Cloud 9 now.A 15-song stunner defined by her most self-assured songwriting yet, Cloud 9 features the previously released “6 Months Later” (a GOLD-certified Country radio No. 1 smash), “Beautiful Things” (a Billboard Hot … Continue reading ON CLOUD 9 WITH MEGAN MORONEY’S MASSIVELY ANTICIPATED THIRD STUDIO ALBUM OUT NOW

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BROOKE LEE TAKES A REFLECTIVE ROAD TRIP WITH UPCOMING EP, DESERT DARLING, OUT APRIL 17

TITLE TRACK AVAILABLE NOW – LISTEN HERE TITLE TRACK AVAILABLE NOW – LISTEN HERE Nashville, Tenn. — February 20, 2026 — “Budding country music star” (People) Brooke Lee is inviting listeners on a road trip through her formative years as she reflects on her journey to adulthood. From carefree young love to heartbreak to self-discovery, Brooke’s six-song EP, Desert Darling (rel. April 17), is relatable and rooted in personal experience.  “My years … Continue reading BROOKE LEE TAKES A REFLECTIVE ROAD TRIP WITH UPCOMING EP, DESERT DARLING, OUT APRIL 17

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COREY KENT FAST-TRACKS RELEASE OF NEW SONG “EMPTY WORDS” DUE TO OVERWHELMING FAN DEMAND

LISTEN NOW Kent’s Current Radio Single “Rocky Mountain Low” Featuring Koe Wetzel Continues to Climb the Country Charts NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Multi-platinum country star Corey Kent is giving fans what they asked for, fast-tracking the release of his powerful new song “Empty Words” after an overwhelming early response with the teaser being viewed over 20 million times across social media platforms. Listen to “Empty Words” HERE. Written by … Continue reading COREY KENT FAST-TRACKS RELEASE OF NEW SONG “EMPTY WORDS” DUE TO OVERWHELMING FAN DEMAND

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