Month: January 2026

Alabama-based Australian country artist  Lucie Tiger turns up the heat with her latest single  “Cowboy Love Me,” a honky-tonk fuelled getaway fantasy bursting with flirtation, neon lights, whiskey shots and just enough cowboy swagger to cause trouble. Set beneath Texas moonlight and across dusty dance floors, the track transforms temptation into an irresistible country two-step.Written by  Lucie Tiger O’Connor,  Mark Benton Narmore,  Stephanie C. Brown and  Maddye Trew,  Cowboy Love Me flips the traditional country narrative on its head—putting the woman firmly in charge of the adventure.“I wanted this song to feel like that electric moment when you lock eyes with someone across a crowded bar and think, ‘Well… this could get interesting,’” says Lucie Tiger.  “It’s flirtation, sassy confidence, and a little trouble wrapped up in one night.”“So many country songs are about cowboys riding off into the sunset. I thought, what if the girl gets to choose the adventure this time? That’s where ‘Cowboy Love Me’ came from—she’s bold, she’s fun, and she knows exactly what she wants.”“It started as Maddye and I joking about how we still hadn’t found ‘our cowboy’—and then we realized we’d written a whole song about the fantasy of one walking straight into our arms in a honkytonk.”Now based in  Muscle Shoals, Alabama since 2023, Lucie Tiger continues to carve out a powerful space in the heartland of American music. Described by CountryTown as  “showing the world what independent country artists can achieve on their own terms,” her momentum continues to build on both sides of the Pacific.In  November 2025, Lucie Tiger won  Country Vocalist of the Year at the  11th Annual Josie Music Awards , held at the  Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. That same year, she celebrated her  eighth single on the  Music Row Country Breakout Chart with  Harvest Moon—an unprecedented achievement for an independent Australian country artist.To date, Lucie Tiger has earned  one Top 20 single,  three Top 40 singles, and  two Top 20 albums in Australia. Almost all her charting releases are self-penned, including standout tracks  Found My Home (#50) and  Everybody Knows Your Name (#53).Her 2025 single  “Harvest Moon” also garnered her first international review from legendary country music author and critic  Robert K. Oermann, who praised the song as  “a twanging murder ballad with a wicked, thumping, up-tempo kick”. The track enjoyed extended airplay across both  Australia and the United States, and in the same year, Lucie Tiger was the  only country music artist to receive an  APRA AMCOS Women in Music Award.A prolific and award-winning songwriter, Lucie Tiger won  Country Blues Song of the Year for  Gasoline at the  2021 Tamworth Country Songwriters Awards, alongside numerous Top 5 songwriting accolades. She has performed extensively across Muscle Shoals and Nashville, playing countless songwriter rounds and notable venues including  Whiskey Jam, where she opened for  Tyler Farr, and the  W.C. Handy Festival, where she played the opening night two years running.Named among  Music Connection Magazine’s Top 25 New Music Critiques (2024), Lucie Tiger’s sound has been described as  “a crowd-pleasing blend of classic 1970s Southern rock, contemporary country grit, and Crossroads blues”  Country Music News International.Along with the release of  Cowboy Love Me, Lucie heads into 2026 with momentum, recently announced as a  Top 5 Finalist  in the  Tamworth Songwriting Awards for her previous single Harvest Moon.With  Cowboy Love Me, Lucie Tiger delivers a bold, confident anthem that proves the future of independent country music is fearless, fun—and firmly in her hands.“Cowboy Love Me” will be serviced to radio and all streaming platforms on Friday 9th January 2026.

“Corn Fed” is an upbeat, feel-good country song rooted in small-town pride, family values, and the simple joys of rural life. With its catchy hook and relatable storytelling, it’s connecting with listeners who appreciate authentic, modern country with traditional heart.About Mike Kuster
Mike Kuster is an award-winning independent country and Americana artist known for his consistent radio success and strong fan engagement. He has earned multiple No. 1 songs on independent charts and has been recognized by the Independent Music Network as Songwriter of the Year. His music has received airplay across the U.S. and internationally, resonating with audiences who value honest songwriting and heartfelt performances.Why “Corn Fed” Works for Radio
· Positive, relatable lyrics
· Strong hook and sing-along chorus
· Perfect fit for Country, Americana, and Roots programming

Must Be Listening” pulls together 2 of Canada’s most respected female Country artists, Genevieve Fisher and Madeline Merlo. Originally the song was pitched to Genevieve by her long time writing partner and friend, Nashville songwriter Jennifer Schott. The song was co-written by Jennifer and Madeline Merlo. Although Genevieve did not have a writing credit on the song, it was a perfect fit for her. Everything about it was just right. Immediately Genevieve and her team agreed this should be her next radio single. Genevieve often does her own harmonies and background vocals but we felt it would be fittng if Madeline Merlo herself would be willing to join Genevieve and take on that role. Madeline graciously agreed without hesitation. This song offers the smooth lead vocals from Genevieve and the writing perfection and harmonies from Madeline. This song was produced by Genevieve’s long time Nashville producer Jason Massey. Genevieve performed the vocals in her home studio while Madeline joined Jason in Nashville to complete the harmonies. Ultimately, the final result is a seamless recording that needs to be heard. Industry ears that have already heard this indicate that this is one of Genevieve’s best singles to date. We hope you agree.
“I’m so excited to share my new single, “Must Be Listening”—a song that feels like a true comeback for me. I’ve been fortunate enough to enjoy wonderful success within the Canadian country music industry. I decided to temporarily step away to raise my two little boys for the last 4 years, but I’m now back and ready to take my place alongside your favourite names in Canadian country. When my friend Jenn Schott pitched me some songs a few months ago, this one immediately stood out—I kept coming back to it over and over. With Jason Massey producing and helping bring my vision to life, and Madeline Merlo adding her beautiful unmistakable voice to the background vocals, this track became something really special. I love it so much, and I hope listeners across Canada feel the same and hear my heart and potential in every line.”