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ENTERTAINER OF THE YEAR
Lainey Wilson

Luke Combs

Cody Johnson

Chris Stapleton

Morgan Wallen

SINGLE OF THE YEAR
you look like you love me – Ella Langley & Riley Green

4x4xU – Lainey Wilson

Ain’t No Love In Oklahoma – Luke Combs

Am I Okay? – Megan Moroney

I Never Lie – Zach Top

ALBUM OF THE YEAR
Whirlwind – Lainey Wilson

Am I Okay? – Megan Moroney

Cold Beer & Country Music – Zach Top

F-1 Trillion – Post Malone

I’m The Problem – Morgan Wallen

SONG OF THE YEAR
you look like you love me – Riley Green, Ella Langley, Aaron Raitiere

4x4xU – Jon Decious, Aaron Raitiere, Lainey Wilson

Am I Okay? – Jessie Jo Dillon, Luke Laird, Megan Moroney

I Never Lie – Carson Chamberlain, Tim Nichols, Zach Top

Texas – Johnny Clawson, Josh Dorr, Lalo Guzman, Kyle Sturrock

FEMALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR
Lainey Wilson

Kelsea Ballerini

Miranda Lambert

Ella Langley

Megan Moroney

MALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR
Cody Johnson

Luke Combs

Chris Stapleton

Zach Top

Morgan Wallen

VOCAL GROUP OF THE YEAR
The Red Clay Strays

Lady A

Little Big Town

Old Dominion

Rascal Flatts

VOCAL DUO OF THE YEAR
Brooks & Dunn

Brothers Osborne

Dan + Shay

Maddie & Tae

The War And Treaty

MUSICAL EVENT OF THE YEAR
Pour Me A Drink – Post Malone (feat. Blake Shelton)

Don’t Mind If I Do – Riley Green (featuring Ella Langley)

Hard Fought Hallelujah – Brandon Lake with Jelly Roll

I’m Gonna Love You – Cody Johnson (with Carrie Underwood)

You Had To Be There – Megan Moroney (feat. Kenny Chesney)

MUSIC VIDEO OF THE YEAR
you look like you love me – Ella Langley & Riley Green

Am I Okay” – Megan Moroney

I’m Gonna Love You – Cody Johnson (with Carrie Underwood)

Somewhere Over Laredo – Lainey Wilson

Think I’m In Love With You – Chris Stapleton

NEW ARTIST OF THE YEAR
Zach Top

Ella Langley

Shaboozey

Tucker Wetmore

Stephen Wilson Jr.

Just announced as a nominee in the 54th Toyota Golden Guitar Awards, Homegrown Trio unveil their new single Do Over – a song that leans into vulnerability, reflection and the kind of harmony-driven storytelling that has shaped their identity as a sibling band.Written by Gordie Sampson, Dylan Guthro and Emily Falvey, and produced by Nathan Chapman, Dann Huff and Joy Williams, Do Over captures the familiar feeling of wishing you could rewind a moment and handle it differently. Instead of leaning into regret, the track opens a space for honesty and growth, wrapped in the warm, melodic style the Trio have been refining over the past year. 
The release follows a period of steady momentum for the band, including their recent collaboration with Bella Mackenzie on Grew Up Country and a run of Nashville recording sessions, continuing their partnership with producer Nathan Chapman (Taylor Swift).

Homegrown Trio will appear at the Tamworth Country Music Festival 2026 as nominee for Country Music Capital News Group or Duo of the year at the 54th Toyota Golden Guitar Awards.

LaCosta Tucker Releases New Single, Woman Behind The Wheel Country music icon LaCosta Tucker, known for her rich Nashville roots and soulful voice, is thrilled to release her new single Woman Behind The Wheel. The single drops on October 10th on radio and across all digital music platforms. The song delivers a poignant message about the vital role women play in keeping the “family machine” running smoothly. “Women always step up to the plate,” LaCosta says, “their strength and determination are what hold families together.”About LaCosta Tucker
LaCosta Tucker rose to fame in the seventies scoring fourteen chart hits, touring with music’s biggest names (Charlie Rich, Bob Hope, Johnny Cash, etc.) and appearing on beloved TV shows like Dolly, Nashville Now, The Jim Nabors Show, The Tommy Hunter Show, Pop Goes the Country, The Alan Hamel Show, The Dinah Shore Show, and Hee Haw. Born in Seminole, Texas, LaCosta grew up in a hardworking family led by her parents, Beau Tucker and Juanita Tucker. LaCosta loved Country Music from childhood, winning her first talent contest at just four years old. She performed in a band called The Country Westerners, entered beauty pageants, and eventually earned a degree from Cochise College in Arizona. She continued singing in clubs and was crowned Miss Country Music, Phoenix.In the early seventies, LaCosta met legendary publisher Al Gallico and signed with Capitol Records where she teamed with Producer Norro Wilson for five albums. Her debut hit, I Wanna Get to You, reached #25 on the country charts, followed by Get on My Love Train (#3) and He Took Me for a Ride (#10). She released five albums with Capitol and earned Academy of Country Music nominations for Most Promising Female Vocalist in 1975 and 1976. In 1982, she joined Elektra Records, produced by James Stroud, charting again with Love Take It Easy on Me.Today, LaCosta divides her time between Nashville and Las Vegas, embracing her most cherished role as “Momma” to daughter Cali (a rising Country Star who has featured LaCosta in her three music videos) and son Zach (an Aerospace Engineer), and as proud grandmother to Adelin. LaCosta occasionally joins Cali onstage (recently appearing atAliante Casino in Las Vegas and Spirit Mountain Casino in Oregon), delighting fans with her classic hit Get on My Love Train. The duo is working together for the first time and has more plans to collaborate in the future. They look forward to meeting their fans and friends on the road. “I’m not a stranger to anyone,” LaCosta says, “I’m just a friend you haven’t met yet”.

Country-pop sensation Tori Darke returns with her latest single, ‘Build Me A Man’ – a rhinestone-studded country-pop anthem packed with sass, sparkle, and sky-high standards. 
 
It follows the hit single ‘My Boots Made Me Do It’ which hit #2 on the Country Songs Top 40 Australian Airplay Chart and #19 on the CountryTown Hot 50 Airplay Chart, spending an incredible 15 weeks in the Top 50. The track also reached US audiences when it featured in Episode 1 of CBS television’s Sheriff Country (starring Morena Baccarin).
 
Fusing country grit with pop sheen ‘Build Me A Man’ flips the love song script on its head – a playful yet powerful call to stop settling and start building the love you deserve. Glamorous, cheeky, and unapologetically self-assured, it’s Tori at her most confident and creative, blending classic western flair with a pop sensibility that’s as sharp as her stilettos.
 
“This song idea came to me at 2am” Tori laughs. “ I woke up and quickly recorded a voice memo about the idea. I’ve found over the years that there are a lot of songs about cheating or being done wrong by a man, so I wanted to write a song about praising men. That’s where the whole idea of building the perfect man came from.”
 
Tori Darke steps into a new creative era, one defined by emotional rebirth and unapologetic artistic freedom. This next chapter marks a fearless evolution of her sound, spirit, and storytelling.
 
The single reunites Tori with powerhouse producers MSquared – the hitmaking duo behind her previous fan favourites ‘My Boots Made Me Do It’ and ‘Trouble’. “Writing and recording Build Me A Man with Msquared was an incredible day in the studio”  Tori shares. “I took this idea to the boys, and they really dug deep for this song. This is the third track I’ve worked on with them, and time and time again they deliver.”
 
The accompanying visualiser, directed by Michelle Pitiris of She Is Aphrodite, and filmed in Brisbane, perfectly captures the song’s glamour-meets-grit aesthetic – all rhinestone attitude, playful confidence, and cinematic polish. “This was my first time working with Michelle and I can’t express enough how fun it was” Tori laughs. “ She pushed me to really come out of my shell and try things I hadn’t before. She has such a creative eye and was so amazing to work with.”
 
This year has seen Tori on the road, lighting up stages around the country and proving why she’s one of the most electric live acts in Australian country. “I’ve been so lucky to be on the road opening for Lee Kernaghan for his final leg of the ‘Boys From The Bush’ tour” she says. “Not only are these shows so much fun, but it’s also been amazing to learn from one of the best in our industry.”
 
Tori has taken her powerhouse live show to some of the nation’s biggest stages, performing at Country Fest, Gympie Music Muster, Deni Ute Muster, Sunset Bash and the Queanbeyan Music Muster. 2026 will see her perform at Sydney’s Mardi Gras and she will also make debut festival appearances in the US (further details to be announced) and is set to perform at Country Calling in the UK (headlined by Randy Houser). 
 
With over 3 million streams, a voice built for an arena, and a personality that radiates both heart and humour, Tori Darke continues to redefine what it means to be country but fabulous. ‘Build Me A Man’ is a wink, a wish, and a powerhouse reminder that sometimes – if you want something done right – you’ve got to build it yourself.
 

GRAMMY, CMA & ACM Award-winning Country star Carly Pearce faces the reality of reaching goals head-on with the release of her vulnerable new single “Dream Come True” via Big Machine Records. Listen HERE:
 
A striking reflection on the price of success, “Dream Come True” pulls back the curtain on dedicating yourself to climbing the ladder, and the sacrifices made with each step. Written by Pearce alongside Lauren Hungate, Tofer Brown and Emily Weisband and co-produced by Pearce with Ben West, “Dream Come True” stops you in your tracks and finds the Country star more unapologetically honest and introspective than ever before. The stripped-back production allows Pearce’s renowned voice to take center stage, the emotional weight of moments missed palpable with every note.
 
“I wrote ‘Dream Come True’ about the sacrifices we make when chasing our dreams,” said Pearce. “If you’ve ever felt that push and pull, know that you’re not alone. Writing this song has allowed me to return to my original dream, to reconnect with my roots and why I first fell in love with singing Country music.”
 
The official music video for “Dream Come True” arrives in tandem with the song’s release today. It stars a reflective Pearce who sits still at a vanity mirror backstage surrounded by photos of loved ones while bustling team members come and go in preparation for her show. Directed by Natalie Sakstrup, the moving video was largely shot in one take and gives fans a glimpse into the bittersweet career moments encapsulated by the song.
 
As Pearce readies her fifth studio album, “Dream Come True” is Pearce’s first new music release since wrapping her hummingbird chapter, which included the critically acclaimed album hailed as “masterful” by Rolling Stone and named a top album of 2024 by Billboard ,her RIAA PLATINUM-certified GRAMMY-nominated single “we don’t fight anymore” featuring Chris Stapleton, a successful 40+ date headlining world tour including a main stage Stagecoach performance, and much more.
 
About Carly Pearce
Fiercely rooted in the classics, the girl who left her Kentucky home and high school at 16 to take a job at Dollywood has grown into a GRAMMY, ACM, CMA and CMT Award-winning Country star who embraces the genre’s forward progression. Now a Kentucky Music Hall of Fame and Grand Ole Opry member who has performed on the famed stage well over 100 times, Carly Pearce first lit a fire with her debut album Every Little Thing and the PLATINUM-certified history-making title track and hasn’t slowed down since. Pearce is currently working on her highly anticipated fifth studio album, following the release of her critically acclaimed fourth studio album, hummingbird (Big Machine Records). The album includes PLATINUM-certified lead single “we don’t fight anymore” (featuring Chris Stapleton), which earned Pearce her second GRAMMY® nomination for Best Country Duo/Group Performance and fifth Top 5 Country Radio hit. Pearce also wrapped her 40+ date headlining hummingbird world tour where she connected with fans across the globe, including a run of sold-out shows in the U.K. and Europe in support. Prior to hummingbird, Pearce released her critically acclaimed and commercially lauded third studio album 29 which includes Country Radio chart toppers “Never Wanted To Be That Girl” with Ashley McBryde and 2x PLATINUM-certified “What He Didn’t Do.” As she heads into her next chapter, Pearce continues to resonate with her honest lyrics and timeless musicality. For tour dates and more, visit CarlyPearce.com:

Kelsey Hart Releases Relatable Ode to Hardworking Dads Everywhere With First Christmas Song, “Santa Had A Rough Year” Hart and Wife Anticipating Birth of First Child This December
Curb Records riser Kelsey Hart releases a relatable ode to hardworking dads everywhere with his first Christmas song, “Santa Had A Rough Year,” available today.Hart assumes the role of a father who tries to give his kids the Christmas they deserve on this wistful and heartwarming cover. When the double shifts aren’t enough and the money doesn’t add up, he’s haunted by what is sure to be the disappointed faces of his children come Christmas morning. Written by Andrew Peebles, Colton Venner, Jaida Dreyer and Lauren McLamb; and produced by Blake Bollinger, “Santa Had A Rough Year” highlights the harsh realities of life during what should be the most wonderful time of the year.

About Kelsey Hart:
Curb Records recording artist, songwriter, and Kentucky native Kelsey Hart has found his way into the artist spotlight, a place he’s dreamed of being since his childhood days of belting gospel music from the passenger seat in his Dad’s truck. With 221 million global career streams, he is making an impact starting with his RIAA Gold, Top 25 debut radio single “Life With You” which has garnered 130 million global streams, 650 million TikTok views, 1.1M TikTok Creates, debuted in the Top 10 on Billboard’s Country Digital Songs Chart, and reached #1 on the Hot 30 Weekend Countdown on SiriusXM The Highway. As a songwriter, Hart has secured his place among the best and brightest in the community, penning songs for hitmakers such as Jake Owen, Dylan Scott, and Trace Adkins. Hart was recently on tour with Restless Road as direct support on their Goin’ Out Like That Tour. Kelsey’s debut album, Life With You, is available now. “Fireworks,” the new single from Hart, is available now.About Curb Records:
Celebrating 60 years in business, Curb Records is the largest independently distributed record company in America. Owned and operated by Mike Curb and founded in 1964, Curb Records has achieved 435 number one records, over 1,500 Top Ten records and charted over 4,500 total records. With over a half century in operation, Curb Records has been influential in the careers of some of the biggest names in music, including: Tim McGraw, Hank Williams Jr., Rodney Atkins, Lee Brice, LeAnn Rimes, The Judds, Dylan Scott, Sawyer Brown, for KING + COUNTRY, Wyn Starks, Wynonna, Lyle Lovett, Big Daddy Weave, We Are Messengers, Natalie Grant, Jo Dee Messina, Hannah Ellis, Mo Pitney, Hal Ketchum, and Kelsey Hart, among many others.

Ever walked into a honky tonk and seen the dance floor rocking? Brook Chivell’s new single  “Like A Country Girl” is a dedication to those women who keep the party alive. No matter where you are in the world, they’re out there — working hard all day, then letting their hair down and dancing all night. As Brook sings,  “Every honky tonk in this big old world, ain’t never seen ‘em dance like a country girl.” 
“Like A Country Girl” captures the grit, grace, and wild energy of the modern country woman — a toe-tapping, boot-stomping anthem that blends southern swagger with an unmistakably Australian heart. With its driving guitars, infectious rhythm, and singalong hook, it’s made for the dance floor. 
Brook Chivell is a powerhouse Australian country-rock artist known for his energetic live shows and authentic, crowd-connecting style. Raised on the outskirts of Melbourne, his sound fuses modern country with a gritty rock edge, drawing inspiration from artists like Keith Urban, Brothers Osborne, and Bad Company. 
A festival favourite, Brook has lit up stages at Tamworth Country Music Festival, Deni Ute Muster, Groundwater Country Music Festival, and Gympie Muster. His setlists are packed with high-energy anthems and heartfelt ballads, highlighted by fan favourites like  “In My Life” and  “Hot Country Girl.” 
Having shared stages with Australian heavyweights such as The Wolfe Brothers and Adam Brand, Brook has earned a reputation for passion, professionalism, and raw stage presence. In 2025, he took things to the next level — releasing a brand-new song every month and connecting with audiences nationwide.With  “Like A Country Girl,” Brook Chivell once again proves why he’s one of Australian country rock’s most exciting voices — bringing heart, grit, and pure energy to every stage he steps on. 

Brook Chivell’s new single “Like a Country Girl” is out to radio on Monday 17th November and all digital services on Friday 21st November.Serviced to radio by Little Sparrow PR via PlayMPE Digital distribution via Checked Label Services 

With her debut single,  Jo Page announces herself as a fearless new voice in Australian country rock.  Produced by ARIA Award–winner  Matt Fell and co-written with Golden Guitar Award–winner  Kevin Bennett,  “Fire In His Eyes” fuses flamenco fire, outlaw grit, and fierce yet haunting vocals that cut straight to the bone.  The listener is taken on a journey in this brooding, cinematic western epic – galloping through thick guitar riffs and a flamenco-driven bridge.  The track sets the tone for Page’s upcoming EP — a collection that moves between soul-stirring ballads and rock-infused country anthems.“‘Fire in His Eyes’ was inspired by the cowboy myth of my Dida (Grandpa) and the darker reality of my father – a mysterious, badass story with spaghetti western grit and a touch of Mediterranean fire. It’s the song I’ve always wanted to hear, the one I blast loud to feel in my chest, and I can’t believe it finally exists to share with the world.”
Jo PageFrom the windswept shores of  Port Lincoln to festival stages across Australia, Jo Page has become known as a force of nature whose voice leaves audiences spellbound. Blending  soul, blues, rock, and country, her music is a rich tapestry of storytelling — fierce in one breath, tender in the next. Her performances are raw and magnetic, the kind that make you stop, listen, and feel.With more than  15 years on the live circuit, Jo performs over 100 shows a year and has shared stages with icons including  Daryl Braithwaite, Birds of Tokyo, Eskimo Joe, and  Shannon Noll. Celebrated as  “a force of nature” by Aussie music legend  Dobe Newton following her acceptance into  Tamworth’s CMAA Academy of Country Music, Jo commands the stage with a presence impossible to ignore.More than a singer, Jo is a storyteller and an advocate. Her work in  mental health advocacy earned her recognition as  Active Citizen of the Year at the  2020 Australia Day Awards, further amplifying her reputation as an artist who creates not just music, but connection and healing.When Jo Page takes the stage, she holds nothing back – pouring her heart and soul into every note, leaving audiences hungry for more. With fearless storytelling and passion-infused performances, Jo Page is ready to stake her claim as one of Australia’s most compelling new voices .Jo Page’s new single “Fire In His Eyes” is out to radio on Monday 10th November and streaming services on Friday 14th November.Distributed by Gyrostream.Serviced to radio by Little Sparrow PR.

Aussie country singer/songwriter, Caitlyn Shadbolt, releases her new single, Start At The Bottom. An accomplished songwriter, Caitlyn penned the track and co-produced alongside Gavin Carfoot and Jared Adlam. This single is the follow up to her most recent hits, “Where The Lemons Grow”, “Homemade Honey”  and “Wildflowers”; which impacted the Top 50 National Country Airplay chart.  Caitlyn describes the song, “I wrote this song in bed on a Saturday night, about staying humble and loving the blue collared, working class life. Life is always going to be some version of hard – so sweat from the hard work – not the small stuff, and enjoy what ya bloody got!!” Caitlyn Shadbolt is an Australian contemporary country artist and songwriter. A finalist in the sixth season of The ‘X Factor’ Australia (2014), Caitlyn secured a recording deal with ABC MUSIC and released her debut album,  Songs On My Sleeve (May 2017). Upon release, the album hit #1 on the ARIA Country Album chart. The first single, ‘ My Break Up Anthem’, held the #1 National Country Airplay Chart for over 8 consecutive weeks and became the 2nd most played song on Country Radio (held out of the top spot by Sam Hunt’s monster hit  ‘Body Like A Backroad’). Caitlyn was recognised for her achievements by winning the CMC Award for Best New Artist, along with a nomination for Female Artist of the Year. Since then Caitlyn has released teo further albums, Stages, and the most recent “Bloom & Surrender.”  

Laura T Davis is back with a fearless new country rock anthem that will get boots stomping and hearts pounding. Standing just 5ft tall, she may be tiny, but there is nothing small about her voice, her story, or her message.Laura first stepped onto the country music scene in 2018 with her debut single “ Forgotten Town”, warmly embraced by the Australian country community. She followed with “ Rather Live in the Country”, featuring legendary guitarist Mal Eastick, before igniting stages at the 2019 Tamworth Country Music Festival and gaining strong media attention.In 2020, she released  “ Make It Till Christmas”, produced by ARIA and Golden Guitar winner Matt Fell. The single became her most successful to date, earning a finalist spot in the Australian Songwriting Awards and a feature in the  Sydney Morning Herald’s  “Best Christmas Albums of 2020” alongside Dolly Parton and Delta Goodrem. Its film clip, directed by Golden Guitar winner and  The Voice finalist Duncan Toombs, further cemented her reputation as a rising voice in country music.Now, five years later, Laura reunites with Matt Fell for her most powerful release yet –  “ Not Your Fault” . More than just music, this track is a reclamation of power and an anthem for survivors.

As a teenager, Laura endured a violent sexual assault – an experience that shaped both her artistry and her determination to survive. She poured her pain into more than 30 songs, touring across Australia before finding peace in the sugarcane fields of the Northern Rivers, NSW. There she reconnected with her roots, her resilience, and her voice. 
“Not Your Fault is my truth, my stand, and my message,” Laura shares. “ It’s for every survivor who has ever blamed themselves. It takes courage to look in the mirror and say; it’s not your fault. This song is a best friend, a battle cry, and a beacon of hope.”Opening with stripped-back vocals before erupting into pounding drums and tribal undertones, the song builds into a chorus that is both haunting and uplifting. Its spirit is raw yet empowering. “ The first time you listen you might cry. The second time you listen you’ll heal. The third time you listen you’ll be ready for action.” 
Laura T Davis is not just a singer-songwriter; she is a survivor using her voice to empower others. With “ Not Your Fault”, she stands tall for herself and for women everywhere, proving that strength can grow from pain and that courage can be contagious.