3RD & LINDSLEY AND GRUHN GUITARS PRESENT SESSIONS ON 3RD: A NEW LIVE MUSIC SERIES CELEBRATING NASHVILLE’S LEGENDARY SESSION MUSICIANS Go behind the hits with Nashville’s top session musicians, rare vintage instruments, and unforgettable performances.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (June 25, 2026) — This August, two iconic names in Music City, 3rd & Lindsley and Gruhn Guitars, will launch Sessions on 3rd, a first-of-its-kind live music series celebrating the extraordinary musicians behind some of the world’s most beloved recordings. Fans are encouraged to visit the Musicians tab on the website for the latest updates, biographies, and performance dates featuring the extraordinary lineup of musicians participating in Sessions on … Continue reading 3RD & LINDSLEY AND GRUHN GUITARS PRESENT SESSIONS ON 3RD: A NEW LIVE MUSIC SERIES CELEBRATING NASHVILLE’S LEGENDARY SESSION MUSICIANS Go behind the hits with Nashville’s top session musicians, rare vintage instruments, and unforgettable performances.

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ASHLEY COOKE

PREVIEWS UPCOMING SELF-TITLED ALBUM WITH NEW SONGS “famous to frances” & “johnny ‘n june” HIGHLY ANTICIPATED ashley cooke DUE OUT 8/14 NASHVILLE, TENN. (July 24, 2026) — Today, Country hitmaker Ashley Cooke shares two all-new songs from her upcoming self-titled sophomore album: the witty but confessional “famous to frances” and the gorgeously melancholy “johnny ‘n june.” With the LP’s release just weeks away, each track explores heartbreak from a distinct angle, together embodying the raw … Continue reading ASHLEY COOKE

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IAN MUNSICK OFFERS HEARTBREAK HEALING WITH “MEDICINE MAN,” OUT NOW 4th Studio Album, The Mountain Goat, Arrives August 21

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – As Ian Munsick prepares to release his fourth studio album, The Mountain Goat, on August 21, the Wyoming native is offering heartbreak healing in his latest release from the project. “Medicine Man” is available now; listen HERE. Written by Munsick, Mike Robinson, Jeremy Spillman and Ryan Beaver, “Medicine Man” finds the narrator offering love as an antidote to heartbreak. “As you probably know by now, I have … Continue reading IAN MUNSICK OFFERS HEARTBREAK HEALING WITH “MEDICINE MAN,” OUT NOW 4th Studio Album, The Mountain Goat, Arrives August 21

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Karen Waldrup’s New Single “Best Friends & Lemon Drops” Is Available Now!

Premiered by Cowboys & Indians NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Country singer and songwriter Karen Waldrup is raising a glass to friendship with the release of her new single, “Best Friends & Lemon Drops,” available today on all streaming platforms. The feel-good anthem, which premiered exclusively with Cowboys & Indians, blends heartfelt country storytelling with a soulful edge as it celebrates the kind of friends who stick by your side … Continue reading Karen Waldrup’s New Single “Best Friends & Lemon Drops” Is Available Now!

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TIGIRLILY GOLD

RETURN WITH SOPHOMORE ALBUM COUNTRY & MIDWESTERN, DUE OCTOBER 9 PRE-ORDER launches today“SOMETHING TO DRINK ABOUT” KICKS OFF THE COUNTDOWN TO COUNTRY & MIDWESTERN TOMORROW (JULY 24) NASHVILLE, Tenn. (July 23, 2026) – Fresh off a breakthrough chapter that cemented them as one of Country music’s most exciting rising acts, ACM Award-winning duo Tigirlily Gold today announces their highly anticipated sophomore album, Country & Midwestern, arriving October 9. CLICK HERE TO PRE-ORDER NOW Alongside the … Continue reading TIGIRLILY GOLD

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GENRE-BLENDING COUNTRY RECORDING ARTIST ORION NYLES

INTRODUCES NEW SINGLE “EVERYWHERE I GO” FEATURING VOCAL PERFORMANCE BY THE VOICE ALUM BRANDON CHASE A Compelling Country-Hip-Hop Tune Navigating Grief And Heartbreak Available August 28, 2026 NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Indie recording artist Orion Nyles (3rd King Entertainment) announces the release of his new single “Everywhere I Go.”* Slated for release on Friday, August 28, 2026, the recording is a stunning collaboration spotlighting a vocal … Continue reading GENRE-BLENDING COUNTRY RECORDING ARTIST ORION NYLES

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American Blonde Is Loud and Proud On

Rowdy New Single, “Delta Home,” Out Tomorrow Band To Join Multi-Platinum Rockers CANDLEBOX On Select Can’t Quit You Tour Dates This October “Delta Home” Premiered By Center Stage Magazine Nashville, TN (July 23, 2026) – American Blonde’s new single, “Delta Home,” is the title track from the Mississippi-born five-piece band’s upcoming October EP. The record kicks off with a snaking slide that shouts out the Rock direction of the track and … Continue reading American Blonde Is Loud and Proud On

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TUCKER WETMORE SOUNDTRACKS SUMMER WITH SUNBURN MIXTAPE, SET FOR JULY 31

New six-song collection to feature “Who Told You That,” “Sunburn,” “Proving Me Right” and three unreleased tracks NASHVILLE, Tenn– Award-winning country hitmaker Tucker Wetmore announces his six-song Sunburn Mixtape, arriving July 31 via Back Blocks Music/MCA/Mercury Records. Tailor-made for the season’s hottest stretch, the collection pairs three previously released fan favorites with three brand new tracks. The tracklist includes current Country radio single “Who Told You That,” “Sunburn” and “Proving … Continue reading TUCKER WETMORE SOUNDTRACKS SUMMER WITH SUNBURN MIXTAPE, SET FOR JULY 31

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One of Today’s Hottest New Female Acts – Lakelin Lemmings Signs Exclusive Booking Deal with The Kinkead Entertainment Agency

Agency Partnership Arrives Ahead of July 24 Release of Her Highly AnticipatedSelf-Titled 16-Track Debut Pictured from Left to Right: Greg Scott (President Head of Live Performance, Kinkead Agency); Remi Heitzman (Executive Assistant to Bob Kinkead and Administrator Manager); Bob Kinkead (Bob Kinkead Co-CEO); Tina Hill (Manager, QHMG/ BSB Management); QHMG / Quartz Hill Records artist Lakelin Lemmings; Julie Devereux (Co-CEO Head of Film/TV, Kinkead Agency); Ash Bowers (Executive Vice President, QHMG); Mark Oliverius (Agent, Kinkead Agency) and Mykal Duncan (Administrative Assistant, Kinkead … Continue reading One of Today’s Hottest New Female Acts – Lakelin Lemmings Signs Exclusive Booking Deal with The Kinkead Entertainment Agency

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Celest Marie Wilson

Honors Her Family’s Legacy With Timeless New Single “Marie” “Marie” Was Premiere By Center Stage Magazine NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Rising Texas singer-songwriter Celeste Marie Wilson just released her deeply personal new single, “Marie,” on July 17. Inspired by the true love story of her great-grandparents, the song tells the tale of a young rodeo cowboy who worked tirelessly to buy an engagement ring and the daughter of … Continue reading Celest Marie Wilson

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