It’s been five years since his last solo single, ‘It’s Only Midnight’. Now, five-time Golden Guitar nominee, Matt Cornell, is back with a brand-new song, ‘Stick Around’.

The single draws on Matt’s love of 80s music to create an awesome blend of country rock on this anthem track. Matt’s gripping vocal tears right through the middle of a weave of pounding drums and lofty guitars, as he sings about settling down with the love of his life.

” ‘Stick Around ‘ explores the weird phenomenon that True Love often strikes when we least expect it,” explains the Gold Coast based artist. “The idea that something so solid and long lasting can be borne out of one boozy fleeting flirty moment.”

The song began to take shape when producer Jared Adlam gave Matt some new listening material. “I mentioned to him how I wanted to embrace my rock background & love of 80’s music, he then turned me onto American artist ‘ Hardy’, I was hooked straight away.”

The pair teamed up with artist and songwriter Tim Aitken and wrote the song in a blitz. “The chemistry was instant. Stick Around was written in a few hours.” However, the song’s tale of true love is more prophecy than reality for Matt. “I feel in a way, where I’m at in my life, Stick Around is kind of a wish for me personally, I’m currently single, & wanting to settle down to start a family one day, in this song, the guy meets his life partner, has the two kids & a dog, there’s hope for me yet.”

The single’s stellar video clip – directed by Golden Guitar winning Jay Seeney of Blacklist Productions – sees Matt live the words to his song. From the chance meeting in a bar, he croons about in the song’s first verse – “And if it wasn’t for the liquor, I wouldn’t talk to you / It sounds funny but it’s true” – to a stolen kiss under golden sunset.

As one half of Golden Guitar nominated duo, Cornell & Carr, Matt has had his solo career on the backburner in recent years. “Having been focused on Cornell & Carr the past few years, & not having released anything solo for five years, I wanted to make sure this next single made a statement, & lets people know I’m back.”

Despite his brief solo hiatus Matt has been anything but idle throughout his lifelong music career. Sneaking in the back doors of venues to play professionally when he was just 16, he’s enjoyed an illustrious career as a bass player to some Aussie music royalty. He’s plucked the 4-string for Baby Animals, Richard Clapton, Rose Tattoo, Shannon Noll and now Adam Brand.

He’s fronted the stage at the famous SXSW festival in Texas and supported Richard Marx on both his 2016 and 2018 Australian tours. Matt absolutely lives and creates music, to the point where he says, “I make music because I have to, not because I want to: I ‘m obsessed with it.”

Unsurprisingly, Matt grew up in an extremely musical family. The son of performers Cheryl Assange and former Delltone Wayne Cornell, his parents would often rehearse shows in the loungeroom. Matt’s uncle, George Assange (also performed under the name Vic Sabrino), was also influential, being the first Australian to make a rock ‘n’ roll recording in 1955.

With the release of ‘Stick Around’ Matt is thrilled to be getting out on the road to perform. He’ll be performing once again at his 6th annual Sydney Harbour Cruise, The Stock Route Country Music Festival and Country on Keppel in 2023.

‘Stick Around’ embodies Matt Cornell’s rock spirit perfectly. His style of storytelling is both familiar and unique and makes for an excellent re-introduction to this magnificent artist.

The Sydney Morning Herald ranked Christmas Cafe at the # 3 spot for their Ultimate Holiday Playlist enjoying the stellar lineup with the likes of Brett Eldredge, Nora Jones, Kelly Clarkson, LOLO, and Amanda Shires. Here’s what they had to say ” What’s not to love avout a Colorado Fireman recalling a romatinc roadhouse rendezous over an acoustic guitar shuffle? Tim Champlin is Interstate Cowboy talk-singing a snowed-in Christmas Eve when ” I had to park my rig and wait/It was like a skatin’ rink out there”. The thing with the waitress wasn’t love/ it was the next best thing”. He says he slept on the couch and we believe him.”

Brilliantly written with self-awareness and clever metaphors, Lainey shares the semi-autobiographical and strong “Heart Like A Truck.” Produced by Jay Joyce and written by Lainey, Trannie Anderson and Dallas Wilson, the first single off her next album remains firmly in the spirit of Bell Bottom Country but shows the growth Lainey has experienced as a person, artist and songwriter since she wrote her critically-acclaimed Sayin’ What I’m Thinkin’ album which featured the ACM Song of the Year, “Things A Man Oughta Know.”

“These past few months have been such a whirlwind, but man, it was quite the journey to get here. Miley wasn’t playing when she said, ‘it’s about the climb,’ because it really is what builds character and teaches you the most about yourself,” said Lainey Wilson. “‘Heart Like A Truck’ is all about self-discovery, growth and embracing scars as badges of honor. After all, a truck that has hit a few bumps and earned some scratches has proved itself and its tenacity-the shiny one on the lot can’t say that.”

The cinematic video, directed by Elizabeth Olmstead, tells the story of a newbie, underdog horse trainer that struggles to gain the acceptance of her peers. Lainey plays the lead, debuting her acting chops and showcasing her horseback skills. Filmed at a historic farm in Franklin, TN, the video features performance scenes, sweeping landscapes and of course, a truck.

“I learned to ride horses before I learned to walk so, I felt right at home on set but I’ll admit, I was a little nervous to really do character acting for the first time-it ended up being such a creatively fulfilling and thrilling experience,” added Lainey. “I worked with Elizabeth for a Frito’s commercial spot with Yellowstone and was so impressed by her talent, I had to have her be a part of this project-she really wowed me on this one. It was also really cool that it ended up being a whole team of badass women in charge of bringing this thing to life. It ain’t every day that you walk on a set and have a female director, executive producer, director of photography, etc. so them all being able to relate to the protagonist made me feel like there was an extra level of care, it was really special.”

” Heart Like A Truck” is the follow up to her second No. 1, “Never Say Never” with Cole Swindell, which reigned supreme at the top of the Country radio charts for two weeks. Seen on Good Morning America, The Kelly Clarkson Show and CMT Music Awards (which was heralded as “the night’s top must watch performance” by the Tennessean), the single was Lainey’s biggest radio success to date. She earned her first No. 1 with her breakout award-winning hit, “Things A Man Oughta Know.” The single, which earned her the title of Billboard’s Top New Country Artist of 2021, appeared on her critically acclaimed album, “Sayin’ What I’m Thinkin’ which debuted in 2021 to mass critical acclaim.

ABOUT LAINEY WILSON:

ACM New Female of the Year 2022 winner, Lainey Wilson has earned the enthusiasm of the industry, having been named to nearly every “Artist to Watch” list, winning MusicRow Magazine’s Discovery Artist of the Year award and being crowned Billboard’s “Top New Country Artist of 2021,” the Louisiana native is one of Nashville’s hottest and most buzzed-about new artists. Landing her first No. 1 with her PLATINUM Certified ACM Song of the Year “Things A Man Oughta Know,” nearly 10 years to the day after leaving her small farming community in a camper trailer to chase her dreams, she has won over legions of fans with her signature Bell Bottom Country sound and aesthetic, which blends traditional Country with a modern yet retro flare. A prolific and sought-after songwriter (having co-writer credits on songs by artists including Luke Combs, Flatland Calvary and more), Lainey is a fresh, fierce voice in Nashville, delivering one of the “Top Country Albums of 2021” (Rolling Stone, Taste of Country, and American Songwriter) with her label debut, Sayin’ What I’m Thinkin’. With a rockstar stage presence, her artistry has taken her across the globe, performing for sold-out crowds throughout the US, UK, and Germany with notable names like Jason Aldean, Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, Hardy, Jon Pardi, Ashley McBryde, Randy Houser and more. Her next single, “Heart Like a Truck” was released May 20, following up her recent return to the top of the Country radio charts with the two-week No. 1 hit, “Never Say Never” with Cole Swindell.

Canada born, Nashville-based MacKenzie Porter is rising to international acclaim after building momentum with her first-ever U.S. #1, six-week chart topping Dustin Lynch collaboration “Thinking ‘Bout You.”

Porter made her own mark simultaneously, releasing brand-new songs “Coming Soon To A Bar Near You,” “Pickup,” “Unlonely Me” and “Heaven Heard Me” in late 2021. Her “mesmerizing vocals and hook-driven songs” (Billboard) sparked headline-worthy accolades, debuting on the Grand Ole Opry, earning four 2021 CCMA Awards nominations, and a 2021 JUNO nomination for her Joey Moi-produced Country Album of the Year contender, DRINKIN’ SONGS: THE COLLECTION.

Making history, Porter became the first female artist since Shania Twain to have three consecutive #1 singles at Canadian country radio with “About You,” “These Days” and “Seeing Other People.” Porter also earned her first crossover Top 10 at Canadian pop radio – a first since 2003 for a Canadian country artist – with “These Days (Remix),” and joined CMT’s Next Women of Country class of 2021. The triple threat previously starred in cult-followed sci-fi television series Travelers now on Netflix, and is serving as direct support on Walker Hayes’ FANCY LIKE TOUR nationwide now.

Big Loud Records’ Mackenzie Porter is fast becoming one of the leading voices within the ever-growing worldwide country scene and today she releases yet another phenomenal single with ‘Pickup’ available to stream and download across your favourite platforms.

With ‘Pickup’ Mackenzie Porter demonstrates a natural ability for being able to craft authentic country songs that also include plenty of modern elements making her an artist that is able to reach a wide and varied demographic and cross-genre fanbase making her a wonderfully exciting performer.

Sydney singer-songwriter Jax Tonic is putting his best foot forward with his debut single set for release on Monday, October 24.

On The Front Foot is a story about meeting the ‘one’ and being infatuated from that first meeting, with a strong theme of girl power.

“It’s about guy meets girl and he is absolutely smitten by her,” Jax said. “It’s kind of inspired by the night I met my wife because it was a similar situation as is described in the song: we were out on Australia Day Eve in the city, having a good time, but then we just had phone numbers to keep in touch with.”

The song came to Jax via the melody and lyrics found their way in.

“I usually sing the melody and the lyrics almost find their way up to the top, then I match the lyrics to the song,” he said.

“I want people to relate to the story across countries and demographics – not just country fans, but everyone – because I believe every bloke could relate to this situation at some point in time.

“This is a girl power song, because the girl is in control here, and it tells of that power of everything a woman has over a man because that’s a big thing.”

Mixed and mastered in Nashville by Austin Stanley and Luke Wooten, who has previously worked with fellow Aussies including Adam Brand and Travis Collins, On The Front Foot, was produced by multi-instrumentalist Alexie Pigot who played most instruments, along with Northern Beaches guitarist David Smith.

Award-winning video director Jay Seeney has brought the story to life with a clip shot at Manly Beach and the nearby Corso.

Grab your keys, Jamie Lindsay is taking you on the Open Road.

Heading on a roadtrip? Open Road forms a perfect soundtrack for your adventures, inspired by the New England Highway scenery on his way to the Tamworth Country Music Festival.

“I had this song in my head when I hit the New England Highway as I got closer to play in Tamworth,” he said.

“We had been in lockdown and it felt so good to get out on the open road and, as soon as I got to Tamworth, checked into the caravan park, I smashed out a shell of Open Road.”

Open Road follows on from hit single, Bring On The Summertime, which is nearing 100,000 streams internationally and enjoying playlisting success.

Escaping the city for the trip inspired the Ettalong-based artist in such a way in January, that he had the song ready to play in April for the belated Tamworth Country Music Festival.

“I played it for the first time at the Tamworth Services Club and it feels a little Keith Urban-ish, harking back to the feel of Somebody Like You,” he said.

“It’s all about that feeling of freedom and breaking those chains of the city.”

The combination of rocking guitars and banjo means this needs to be cranked up in the car.

It’s also the perfect touring song for Jamie.

“I’m excited about touring, playing festivals and seeing the country,” he said.

“We’re so lucky we have all these places in Australia.”

For the ultimate driving song, wrap your ears around Open Road and escape the everyday.

Recording Artist~ Navy Veteran~Motivational Speaker

Cowgirl Crazy is an uplifting, good time, girl’s night out on the town song! A carefree, feel good song about letting the worries of the day just melt away while hanging out with your friends. It will make you want to kick up your boots, dance till you drop and let the good times roll!

“If you want to get the crowd on the dance floor, just play Cowgirl Crazy by Justin Kane!” – Jeff Meek-WDHR, Pikeville, KY

About Justin Kane

Justin Kane served our country in the Navy onboard the U.S.S. Harry S. Truman in Norfolk, Virginia, as a Master at Arms for Command Naval Region Southwest in San Diego, California, and finally onboard the U.S.S Bonhomme Richard. He then went on two deployments to the Persian Gulf and served with some of the bravest and most honorable people he had ever met.

Following his service, he decided he couldn’t ignore his love for music and decided to use his gift from God to share his love for the U.S. and to spread the message that WE ARE STRONG as a country when we are united together, WE ARE RESOLUTE when we stand together, WE ARE COURAGEOUS when we have faith in ourselves, in our country and in God. However busy our lives may be, we can be grateful for what we have because FREEDOM IS NOT FREE.

Justin is a born entertainer and strives to make the lives of those who listen to his music better. His high energy show is an eclectic mix of country, southern rock, modern-day country hits and all-American originals. He wants to provide people with a chance to escape their day to day worries, whether for thirty minutes or several hours. That escape can help them face the challenges of our day to day lives. If his music can do that for others, then his goal has been reached.

The new single and fan favorite, COWGIRL CRAZY” by Justin Kane aims to do just that. We hope your listeners will enjoy this fun-loving feel-good song!

A catchy guitar riff and driving drums will fill your ears with the new release from Natalie Pearson, “If You’re Like Me”.

Having garnered solid industry and fan attention in the last few years, Natalie Pearson steps up again to showcase her powerhouse vocals in the feel-good, uplifting and relatable single, “If You’re Like Me” off her upcoming album “Resilience”.

“If You’re Like Me” was co-written by songwriting dream team Luke Austen, Jake Sinclair and Natalie Pearson. The track was brought to sonic success by Gold Coast Music Award Nominee and Golden Guitar Winning producer Jared Adlam.

Natalie says, “Life comes with the good and the testing moments. Without the light and shade we may not appreciate and really revel in our successes as much. If You’re Like Me, is about working hard, putting everything in, learning from mistakes, and remembering that you gotta live life in the moment and feel proud to enjoy the rewards when the hard work pays off.”

The song debuted live during an energetic and explosive full band set at the inaugural Spotify & Chugg Music’s brand new Fresh Country Music Festival featuring Casey Barnes and The Buckleys. A main stage performance at Groundwater Country Music Festival before Casey Barnes and Adam Brand, as well as the recent Gympie Music Muster, which recorded its highest crowd numbers in its 40 year history.

Gaining recognition and respect from her country music peers, Natalie was invited to join Travis Collins & The Wolfe Brothers on their QLD tours, winning over new audiences as she opened the shows with songs from her soon to be released “Resilience” album.

She joined Travis to a packed out Gympie Muster crowd with a beautiful rendition of Lady A’s “Need You Now”, and sizzled the stage dueting with The Wolfe Brothers “Something Good’s Gonna Happen” on their recent QLD tour. Creating her own success and momentum with the annually sold out, Brisbane RiverFest, and a recent full band West QLD outback tour, Natalie continues to endear her audiences.

The release follows the success of fan favourites “Lovin in the Fast Lane” (#13 on CMT), “Let Em Talk” (#6 on KIX Country Chart) and inspiring reimagined versions of “You’ll Never Walk Alone”, and “Everywhere”.

With over 11,000 monthly listeners on Spotify and 20,000+ followers on social media Natalie’s star is continuing to rise with big things to come from the pocket rocket with a powerhouse voice.

“I’m really excited for things to come, it feels like my time to shine. The industry, musicians, and music lovers have embraced the new music direction, and I feel so at home.”

JASON ALDEAN STIRS UP LOVE-DRUNK MEMORIES WITH NEW SINGLE “THAT’S WHAT TEQUILA DOES” AT COUNTRY RADIO

Multi-Platinum entertainer Jason Aldean announces his new single today “That’s What Tequila Does” following his 27th career No. One “Trouble With A Heartbreak,” which recently celebrated three weeks at the top of the Mediabase/Country Aircheck Singles chart and Billboard’s Country Airplay chart. As he now has back-to-back multi-week chart toppers from his expansive 10th studio album MACON, GEORGIA (Macon Music/Broken Bow Records), “That’s What Tequila Does” follows the same path as a slow-groove builds into a rocking anthem mixed with confidence from love-drunk memories.

“We had a chance to play this song at CMA Fest a couple weeks ago, and the crowd’s reaction helped solidify this as the next single,” Aldean said. “I’m looking forward to kicking things off on the road next week, and I feel like this song is going to have a big moment during our set. I can’t wait to see what the fans think of it.”

“That’s What Tequila Does” was written by Kurt Allison, John Edwards, Tully Kennedy and John Morgan who also penned Aldean’s multi-week No. One “If I Didn’t Love You” featuring Carrie Underwood, which earned ACM “Single of the Year, iHeart “Country Song of the Year,” and a GRAMMY nomination. MACON, GEORGIA is available in its entirety at all digital retailers.

The three-time ACM “Entertainer of the Year” is gearing up for his ROCK N’ ROLL COWBOY TOUR , as the 34-city trek will launch next Friday (7/15) in Scranton, PA, with special guests Gabby Barrett, John Morgan and Dee Jay Silver. It was recently announced that Aldean will be joined by Tracy Lawrence, Travis Tritt and Chase Rice this fall for select dates as well.

Multi-Platinum entertainer Jason Aldean has learned a thing or two about the music he has made over the past 17 years, but as far as he’s come, Aldean always looks back home to Macon, Georgia. Both where he is from and how far he has taken his signature sound is reflected throughout his 10th studio album MACON, GEORGIA, as the expansive release “kicks off his career’s next era” (Tennessean) with 20 new tunes and 10 unheard live tracks showcasing everything he does. Aldean has bolstered 27 No. One hits, 15 billion streams and has sold more than 20 million albums. Notably, seven of Aldean’s previous studio albums have been certified PLATINUM or more and he has the most Top 10 song on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart, more than any other artists, since making his chart debut in 2005. The recent CRS Humanitarian Award recipient created Wolf Moon Bourbon, an 80-proof bourbon that has been distilled from Midwestern grains and aged for four years offering a finish of caramel, oak and spice.

Rising star, Ella Powell, is back with another catchy country pop hit ‘Drive’. With the collaboration from multi-award-winning producer Matt Fell, and musicians in Nashville, ‘Drive’ is the perfect song for summer. The upbeat, toe tapping rhythm and bright lyrics will have you wanting to hit the road for the ultimate road trip.

Young country pop artist, Ella Powell, is making an impressive mark in the Australian music industry at the age of eighteen. Fans of Taylor Swift and Kelsea Ballerini will connect with Ella’s honest lyrics, powerful vocals and storytelling ability that is engrained into the core of her music. Audiences are captivated by her live performances, as seen when she won the People’s Choice Award at the Tamworth Country Music Festival, cementing a clear and promising path within the industry.

Ella’s previous single ‘Along The Way’, was added to Spotify’s ‘Fresh Country’ playlist as well as Apple Music’s ‘Aussie Country’ playlist, along with being the 12th most requested song by Australian radio on release week. Powell’s releases including both ‘Side Effects’ and ‘Paper Town’ had outstanding reactions on a global scale, being named on High On Country’s top 22 of 2021 alongside a number of iconic Australian artists including Keith Urban and Morgan Evans. In addition, both singles received large support from ABC Country, and Ella was named the CCMA National Junior Songwriter of the Year.

Ella’s musical ability and skillset, combined with her confident presentation as a unique artist, is truly outstanding and shows the capability of her artistry that is well beyond her years. 2022 has been promising for her, having the opportunity to continue working with multi award winning producer Matt Fell on more of her catchy, relatable singles and debut EP. Through her musical success and individual style, Ella has come to the attention of numerous industry names in Australia and overseas, building on the strong foundations she has created to continue as a successful recording artist.

“Ella creates the perfect blend of Country, Pop and Folk” – Countrytown

“Powell is a teenager yet her maturity as a singer and songwriter suggests she has been working on her craft for some time. Given the quality of music she is releasing, she will be even more people’s choice of artist over the next few months” – Sunburnt Country Music