Melodic Rock / AOR Rock Band Firesky to Release Debut Album 2026!

Art Of Melody Music & Burning Minds Music Group are thrilled to announce full details of the self-titled debut album by the new Melodic Rock/AOR sensation Firesky. Firesky is an international studio project/band created by Finnish drummer Mika Brushane (Imperium). It already made its official debut in 2025 with the exclusive unreleased track “To Be The Number One,” featured on the compilation “We Still Rock… The World.” The line-up is completed by Italian … Continue reading Melodic Rock / AOR Rock Band Firesky to Release Debut Album 2026!

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WHISKEY MYERS ANNOUNCE EIGHTH ANNUAL WIGGY THUMP FESTIVAL SET FOR APRIL 25, 2026

Hometown Festival Benefitting Anderson County Youth Livestock Association Features Whiskey Myers, Stoney LaRue, The Band Feel and 79 South Tickets On Sale Now via WhiskeyMyers.com Whiskey Myers’ Seventh Studio Album, Whomp Whack Thunder, Available via Wiggy Thump Records PALESTINE, Texas – Multi-Platinum band Whiskey Myers return to their roots with the eighth annual Wiggy Thump Festival set for April 25, 2026 in Palestine, Texas. Featuring performances by the hometown … Continue reading WHISKEY MYERS ANNOUNCE EIGHTH ANNUAL WIGGY THUMP FESTIVAL SET FOR APRIL 25, 2026

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MORGAN WALLEN BECOMES RIAA’S HIGHEST CERTIFIED COUNTRY ARTIST OF ALL TIME

80 NEW + UPDATED CERTIFICATIONS;With 265.5 Million Certified Singles and Albums, Wallen is the 3rd Most-Certified Artist, All-Genres Five Singles Now Diamond Certified or Higher, Including “Last Night,” “Wasted On You,” “Whiskey Glasses,” “Chasin’ You” and Diplo Collaboration, “Heartless” NASHVILLE, Tenn. – After recently becoming Billboard’s Top Artist of 2025 and entering Spotify’s coveted Billions Club with three singles – “Whiskey Glasses,” “I Had Some Help” with Post Malone … Continue reading MORGAN WALLEN BECOMES RIAA’S HIGHEST CERTIFIED COUNTRY ARTIST OF ALL TIME

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COUNTRY ICON TRACE ADKINS ANNOUNCES2026 HEADLINE TOUR

TRACE ADKINS 30TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR KICKS OFF ON JANUARY 16,FIRST LEG INCLUDES STOPS AT 24 CITIES ACROSS THE U.S.—ARTIST PRE-SALE STARTS TODAY (12/16), ALL TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY (12/19) NASHVILLE, TENN. (December 16, 2025) – Today, MULTI-PLATINUM entertainer Trace Adkins announces the upcoming Trace Adkins 30th Anniversary Tour — a full-throttle U.S. headline run kicking off on January 16 at Oxford Performing Arts Center in Oxford, AL. The 24-date trek will … Continue reading COUNTRY ICON TRACE ADKINS ANNOUNCES2026 HEADLINE TOUR

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GOATSILK Unleashes “SEPARATE” A Devastating New Chapter In The Bands Future

“Separate” marks a powerful new chapter for GOATSILK, showcasing the band’s ability to blend aggression, atmosphere, and melody with a sense of urgency. The single dives into the emotional weight of breaking away from situations and relationships that no longer move you forward. Rather than leaning on shock value or theatrics, “Separate” focuses on raw honesty balancing heavy guitar work, a dense low-end pulse, and vocals that deliver intensity without … Continue reading GOATSILK Unleashes “SEPARATE” A Devastating New Chapter In The Bands Future

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SPECIAL HOLIDAY SCREENING OFANNE MURRAY: FULL CIRCLE AVAILABLE FORFREE DECEMBER 15–30

Watch the Acclaimed Documentary Complimentaryfor a Limited Time Here Nashville, Tenn. (December 15, 2025) — Following the extraordinary response to Anne Murray’s new album Here You Are, and the emotional, sold out celebration at the Grand Ole Opry House for The Music of My Life: An All-Star Tribute to Anne Murray, the music icon is offering a special holiday gift to fans and music lovers worldwide. From December 15–30, viewers are invited to stream the … Continue reading SPECIAL HOLIDAY SCREENING OFANNE MURRAY: FULL CIRCLE AVAILABLE FORFREE DECEMBER 15–30

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Chris Young to perform new album’s title track, “I Didn’t Come Here To Leave,” December 23rdon Live with Kelly & Mark

Nashville, Tenn.—December 15, 2025—Multi-platinum artist Chris Young will return to Live With Kelly & Mark on December 23rd to perform “I Didn’t Come Here To Leave,” the title track to his recently-released tenth album and first with Black River Entertainment. Find local listings for the broadcast HERE. Young, who has “cemented himself as one of the genre’s most recognizable talents” (Country Now), will play the final four stops of his first-ever holiday … Continue reading Chris Young to perform new album’s title track, “I Didn’t Come Here To Leave,” December 23rdon Live with Kelly & Mark

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France’s HighWay Announce New Album “Last Call for Rock’N’Roll” Out April 2026

Unveil First Single “Hi-Way” Out Now! L-R – Ben Chambert – Lead Guitar, Backing Vocals, Florian Arnaud – Rhythm Guitar, Backing Vocals, Benjamin Folch – Lead Vocals, Cerise Pouillart – Bass, Backing Vocals, Romain Chambert – Drums Photo Credit – Mr. Cana Photography French hard rock powerhouse HighWay is back with a vengeance. After the acoustic detour of The Journey (2022), the band returns louder, bolder, and more electric … Continue reading France’s HighWay Announce New Album “Last Call for Rock’N’Roll” Out April 2026

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COLIN STOUGH’S VULNERABLE NEW BALLAD “BEST FOR YOU”

AVAILABLE NOW – LISTEN HERE Nashville, Tenn. — December 12, 2025 — 19 Recordings/BMG Nashville artist Colin Stough gets vulnerable on his brand-new ballad, “Best For You,” out today, December 12. Penned by Stough along with Phillip Kane, the new track slows the pace after the up-tempo energy of “White Trash” and his recent release, “20 Bucks.” With growing streaming momentum, a rapidly expanding fanbase, and strong engagement across socials … Continue reading COLIN STOUGH’S VULNERABLE NEW BALLAD “BEST FOR YOU”

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KEITH URBAN RELEASES FIRST FULL-LENGTH LIVE ALBUMHIGH AND A(LIVE) TODAY

Listen HEREWatch “You Get What You Give” Video NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Keith Urban’s HIGH AND A(LIVE) is the four-time GRAMMY Award winner’s first full-length live album. The release, which features every minute of his two-hour, 20-song concert gives fans a chance to experience and/or re-live one of Urban’s most explosive concert tours to date. Recorded during his recently completed HIGH AND ALIVE WORLD TOUR, his first tour in nearly three years, the album … Continue reading KEITH URBAN RELEASES FIRST FULL-LENGTH LIVE ALBUMHIGH AND A(LIVE) TODAY

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