JENNA PAULETTE RELEASES EMPOWERING NEW SONG “MAGGIE’S SONG (OLD BLUE JEANS)”

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – As Leo33 rising singer/songwriter looks ahead to new music, the Texas native is offering an antidote to heartbreak with her empowering new song, “Maggie’s Song (Old Blue Jeans),” out now. Listen HERE. Written by Paulette, Smith Ahnquist and Brent Anderson, “Maggie’s Song” serves as a powerful reminder to women to be comfortable and confident in their everyday lives. Reflecting on the song’s inspiration, Paulette shares, … Continue reading JENNA PAULETTE RELEASES EMPOWERING NEW SONG “MAGGIE’S SONG (OLD BLUE JEANS)”

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BRIAN KELLEY KEEPS SUMMER ALIVE WITH NEW ALBUM CORAL BEATS

OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO FOR “JIMMY BUFFETT SUMMER” OUT NOW NASHVILLE, TENN. (August 14, 2026) – Today, DIAMOND-selling superstar Brian Kelley shares his new album Coral Beats, dropping just in time to soundtrack the final stretch of summer. Out now via his own Nashville South Records, the 10-song LP fully affirms Kelley’s status as a leading force in Coastal Country. Go here to stream/download Coral Beats now. A bold new turn from the Beach Cowboy, Coral … Continue reading BRIAN KELLEY KEEPS SUMMER ALIVE WITH NEW ALBUM CORAL BEATS

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ASHLEY COOKE ENTERS BOLD NEW CHAPTER WITH SELF-TITLED SOPHOMORE ALBUM, OUT NOW

COOKE CELEBRATES ALBUM RELEASE WITH the cities that made me tour,KICKING OFF IN NASHVILLE TODAY (8/14)—MAJOR MEDIA MOMENTS STACKING UP WITH FEATURES FROMAMERICAN SONGWRITER, THE TENNESSEAN, PEOPLE, SOUTHERN LIVING & MORE NASHVILLE, TENN. (August 14, 2026) — Today, Country hitmaker Ashley Cooke shares her much-anticipated self-titled sophomore album. One of the summer’s most talked-about releases, ashley cooke explores the beautiful mess of modern love across 15 fiercely self-aware songs — including her heart-racing … Continue reading ASHLEY COOKE ENTERS BOLD NEW CHAPTER WITH SELF-TITLED SOPHOMORE ALBUM, OUT NOW

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EXILE SETS THE NIGHT ABLAZE WITH A CINEMATIC TALE OF LOVE AND BETRAYAL WITH “BLOOD RED MOON”

Written by Sonny LeMaire, Liz Hengber, and Tommy Lee James, the haunting track pairs Exile’s signature storytelling with a darker edge. NASHVILLE, TN. – (Aug. 14, 2026) – American country-rock legends and Kentucky Music Hall of Fame inductees Exile have announced the release of “Blood Red Moon,” the third single from their upcoming album, Look Out Heart. Dark and cinematic, the song tells a gripping story of infidelity, jealousy, … Continue reading EXILE SETS THE NIGHT ABLAZE WITH A CINEMATIC TALE OF LOVE AND BETRAYAL WITH “BLOOD RED MOON”

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Darin & Brooke Aldridge Earn Nominations For GMA Dove Awards & IBMA Bluegrass Music Awards

Duo Celebrates 14th Week At #1 on Bluegrass Today Weekly Airplay Chart NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Multi-award-winning bluegrass, gospel, and Americana favorites Darin & Brooke Aldridge are celebrating award nominations for their critically acclaimed album Soul Condition. The husband-and-wife duo has been nominated for a Gospel Music Association (GMA) Dove Award for Bluegrass Country Roots Album of the Year for their current album, Soul Condition, while their collaboration with John Cowan (Doobie … Continue reading Darin & Brooke Aldridge Earn Nominations For GMA Dove Awards & IBMA Bluegrass Music Awards

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THE STRAY CATS

RETURN TO LATE NIGHT TELEVISION WITH AUGUST 18 THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON PERFORMANCE MARKS GROUP’S FIRST LATE-NIGHT TV PERFORMANCE IN OVER 35 YEARS FALL 2026 DATES KICK OFF NOVEMBER 9 THE STRAY CATS—all three original members Brian Setzer (guitar, vocals), Lee Rocker (upright bass, vocals), and Slim Jim Phantom (drums, vocals)—will wrap the summer leg of their 2026 tour with an August 18 appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon performing one … Continue reading THE STRAY CATS

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TORI ROSE TAKES “SOUTH OF SOUTHERN” ON THE ROAD COAST TO COAST

STOPS INCLUDE NASHVILLE, SAN DIEGO,NORFOLK, AND PITTSBURGH NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Emerging country artist Tori Rose is taking her latest single, “South of Southern,” on the road this August with a series of radio supported performances and appearances across the country. With stops in Nashville, San Diego, Norfolk and Pittsburgh, Tori continues to build momentum around the single while bringing her live show directly to country radio listeners. … Continue reading TORI ROSE TAKES “SOUTH OF SOUTHERN” ON THE ROAD COAST TO COAST

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COLLECTIVE SOUL

RELEASES VIDEO FOR “EYE ON YOU” FROM LATEST ALBUM OUT NOW, ‘TOUCH AND GO’ NORTH AMERICAN HEADLINING TOUR CONTINUES THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER “‘Eye On You’ has that Cars sound along with some Todd Rundgren feeling in the mix.” — Skopemag.com August 13, 2026 – “That Cars sound,” taking inspiration from The Cars and ‘80s New Wave music, is actually what COLLECTIVE SOUL–Ed Roland (vocals/guitar/piano), Dean Roland … Continue reading COLLECTIVE SOUL

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NANCY JONES & FRIENDS TO CELEBRATE GEORGE JONES’ 95TH BIRTHDAY SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2026 AT THE NASHVILLE PALACE

[ TICKET INFO ] Birthday Celebration To Benefit Concerts 4 A Cause and The George Jones Scholarship at MTSU NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Nancy Jones, widow to the late George Jones, announces “The Possum’s” 95th Birthday Celebration taking place at The Nashville Palace in the “Randy Travis Room” on Sunday, September 13, 2026 at 4pm. Performing artists will be announced in the coming days!“George Jones remains one of the most beloved … Continue reading NANCY JONES & FRIENDS TO CELEBRATE GEORGE JONES’ 95TH BIRTHDAY SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2026 AT THE NASHVILLE PALACE

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KAITLIN BUTTS INVITES FANS IN WITH HELLO, HONKY TONK, ARRIVING OCTOBER 30

Latest Taste of New Music, “I Wanna Be Bad,” Coming This Friday, August 14 Pre-save Hello, Honky Tonk HERE and “I Wanna Be Bad” HERE NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Boundary-pushing Tulsa-born singer/songwriter Kaitlin Butts is inviting listeners out for a night at her favorite honky tonk with the announcement of her new album, Hello, Honky Tonk, arriving October 30 via Republic Records. Named one of Rolling Stone’s most anticipated albums for 2026, the LP … Continue reading KAITLIN BUTTS INVITES FANS IN WITH HELLO, HONKY TONK, ARRIVING OCTOBER 30

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