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BBR MUSIC GROUP/BMG NASHVILLE SIGNS UNDERGROUND PLATINUM RECORDING ARTIST ATLUS.

NEW SINGLE “DEVIL AIN’T DONE” OUT TODAY!

BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville adds Atlus to its roster, an artist that came up through the underground and has now amassed over a billion on-demand streams. Anchored by self-penned viral hits, a platinum single, four independent studio albums, national touring and a fan base that has grown into the millions across social platforms, Atlus’ BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville/Stoney Creek Records debut “Devil Ain’t Done,” is out today.

Over infectious grooves & melodies, the former truck driver’s lyrics in “Devil Ain’t Done” reflect themes of self-doubt & perseverance. Grappling with relatable struggles that so many empathize with, this new track expands on the singer-songwriter’s mission to make music that is both universal and uniquely him.

“I believe that everyone runs into the devil at some point in their life, and sometimes it’s the devil in your mind and sometimes it’s the devil in your hometown. And where I grew up, he drove a nice car, had fast cash in his pockets, pills in the glove box, and he lived in the trailer next door. I spent most of my life avoiding that devil,” explains Atlus. “Life is much better now, but the devil can find his way into any room. I just remind myself to keep being a good person and not give into the temptation.”

Written by Atlus, David Garcia (who also co-produced the release with Andrew Baylis) and Geoff Warburton, “Devil Ain’t Done” marks a new chapter in the groundswell of his career.

“Every time we introduce Atlus to someone new, there is an instant and passionate connection,” says BMG America’s President, Frontline Recordings Jon Loba. “He is a true poet, who powerfully and intimately chronicles the very real struggles and tragedies of life in a way that still leaves hope for a better day. While his journey and sound are specific, we have found that, even inside the label, he connects across age, gender and musical taste in an incredibly universal way. We could not be more excited to partner with him and his team in championing his music across the globe!”

“Music has always been personal to me. Everything I write either helps me work through something or tells a real story from my life,” states Atlus. “The industry default is ‘It’s not personal, it’s just business.’ But that’s never been true for me, and from day one [Jon] Loba, JoJamie [Hahr] and everyone at BMG have shown it’s never been true for them either. It’s clear we are truly on the same page. It IS personal and that is the way we do business.”

About Atlus:
Raised in a single-parent home marked by poverty and addiction, Atlus had to grow up fast, building incredible resilience and laying the foundation for a life rooted in the search for authentic relationships and honest storytelling. Phonetically named after the mythological Titan who held up the heavens, Atlus wrote his first two (of four) albums while working as a commercial driver behind the wheel of semi-trucks, using the long, lonesome miles of highway to craft lyrics and workshop melodies as he drove countless hours to help support his family and fund studio time.

That pavement-pounding lifestyle became both his education and his engine. Over time, it helped grow his underground following and ultimately led to breakout moments like performing alongside Jelly Roll at a packed Red Rocks Amphitheatre in his home state, and landing a Top 5 album on Spotify’s Global Album Chart, along with a Platinum single. The magic of Atlus lies in how he marries candid, arresting, and often dark subjects with a kaleidoscope of sound. His music blends multiple styles into something fresh and immersive, anchored by storytelling that creates a deep community with his fans. Now with over a billion on-demand streams and two million followers across socials, Atlus continues to build his career on real connections and tenacity. He’s holding up his musical dreams in support of his family and anyone who turns to music as an outlet for their own struggles.

3 X GOLDEN GUITAR WINNER, MAX JACKSON, RELEASES A ROLLICKING ANTHEM TO HER FAVOURITE COUNTRY ERA WITH “1990 SOMETHIN'”

Max Jackson has been on a roll since the start of 2024 with no signs of slowing down. After a string of hit singles, 3 x Golden Guitar Awards, national TV performances, Australian headline dates and CMC Rocks main stage performance; Max releases her latest single, 1990 Somethin’.

Firin’ up the time machine, 1990 Somethin’ is a rollicking, throwback inspired anthem; with Max name droppin’ her favourite 90’s artists including Shania Twain, Alan Jackson & Joe Diffie. The track will have you 2-steppin’ back in time.

As Max describes the new single, “Growing up in the 90’s, I had the greatest country soundtrack. I was so inspired by the energy, the great songwriting, the artists being larger than life and… You bet, the outfits!

I had the idea for this song come to me while standing side stage watching Zach Top play at CMC Rocks earlier this year. I was hearing the music and looking at the crowd and I felt like there were less iPhones in the air and that 90’s nostalgia was brand new & beautiful. My songs have always been inspired by the music that I grew up on; but we just turned it up a notch on this one!”

1990 Somethin’ was penned by Max, Nicholas Wolfe and Kylie Sackley and produced by Rod McCormack. Following on from the single release, Max Jackson will be performing in the space of one month: Deni Ute Muster, Savannah in the Round, Groundwater Festival and The Bend in South Australia.

About Max Jackson:
From humble beginnings in the small country town of Coonamble NSW (Pop. 2750), to winning Australia’s biggest country music competition (Toyota Star Maker). Max has played National & international Country Music Festivals including CMA Fest in Nashville and more. The 3 X Golden Guitar Winner and TCMF Ambassador is only just beginning with her fanbase continually growing globally.

The Door Opens for Seajem Sounds’ Debut

Fresh from stages around the Gold Coast and a strong run at Tamworth, rising band Seajem Sounds have released their debut original single, The Door – a track that’s already picked up airplay before it even hits streaming platforms.

After they entered the track into Triple J Unearthed High, ABC Country embraced it, adding it to full rotation two weeks before release and supporting it with a feature on Saturday Night Country.

The band – fronted by sisters Chelsea and Jemilla Cunningham alongside Noah Dunlop, Loki Gibson and Oscar Kelly – formed through high school and have been performing together ever since. Pretty quickly they realised they didn’t just want to be known for covers.

“We didn’t want to just be seen as a covers band,” Chelsea said. “If we want to be known for who we are, we’ve got to put originals out there.”

The Door started as a small idea Loki and Noah worked on after the 2025 Tamworth Country Music Festival where they busked on Tamworth’s Boulevard of Dreams (Peel St), and it became the band’s first original song.

Produced by Peter Aaron King (back home on the Gold Coast after 15 years in Nashville, where he worked on Wynonna Judd’s album, among other projects) and mastered by Paul Blakey, the track carries Seajem Sounds’ indie-country coastal flavour, warm harmonies and a storyline that digs into love, loss, and finding light again.

“It’s uplifting. It’s about realising that even when love feels gone, there’s still something bright around the corner,” Noah said.

With Chelsea fresh from graduating the 2025 CMAA Junior Course in Tamworth, and the band booked for Groundwater and also notching up gigs from Mo’s Desert Clubhouse to Greenbank Services Club, Seajem Sounds are proof the future is bright for Australian country.

Rising country artist Sammi Palinkas set to release debut album “No Settlin'”

Australian country artist Sammi Palinkas is gearing up to release her highly anticipated debut album, No Settlin’, on September 19. Produced by award-winning Producer Rod McCormack (Lee Kernaghan, The Wolfe Brothers, Paul Kelly) and co-written with acclaimed Nashville songwriters Sally Barris, Templeton Thompson, Sam Gay, and Joie Scott, the 16-track collection is an intimate snapshot of the little life lessons Palinkas has gathered over the past five years. The record weave’s themes of resilience, love, and personal growth into a musical journey that is as empowering as it is heartfelt.

Palinkas has been steadily teasing singles from the album over the past two years, already making waves on the charts. A deluxe edition featuring bonus tracks is in the works for 2026.

“The hook we wrote for my track ‘No Settlin”- ‘No settlin’, I’m happy on my own’ – felt like the biggest life lesson of them all,” Palinkas shares. “It summed up exactly where I was in my life. When we finished recording that song, I turned to Rod in the studio and said, ‘Ok, I think we’re done now.’ That’s when I knew we had finished the album.”

The album’s focus track, Never Known Better, is a sassy, upbeat anthem with the sparkle of Dolly Parton, sass of Shania Twain, and the modern edge of Emily Ann Roberts. Co-written with McCormack and Barris, the song celebrates the joy of unexpectedly falling in love with someone who turns out to be nothing like you first imagined in all the best ways. It’s the classic “don’t judge a book by its cover” story, wrapped in a feel-good ending.

The playful visualiser captures the nostalgia of giddy first love. Palinkas sits on a bed with an old-school telephone, glowing as she replays the details of an unforgettable date – perfectly evoking that moment when you just can’t wait to call your best friend and spill the tea.

No Settlin’ is more than an album – Palinkas partnered with longtime collaborator Bonnie Jarrett (BonnCreative) to create a world consisting of 16 hyper-stylised scenes and visualisers, each one a dollhouse-like vignette bursting with colour and personality, and an acoustic video to match.

“I kept getting told I looked like Western Barbie, and I was determined not to become just another blonde country singer,” Palinkas explains. “So, I decided to have some fun with that idea and built a whole little world around the music. I mocked up the concept with AI and shared it with Bonnie, after 48 hours of filming across four days, 17 sets, 19 costume changes, and a small army of wonderful people – we brought my vision to life.”

Palinkas has already carved out her place in the Australian country music scene. Her debut single Meet in the Middle hit #3 on the iTunes Country Chart and #8 across All Genres, while follow-ups You’ve Lived, Don’t Blink, and Let Your Hair Down all reached the Top 10. Both Meet in the Middle and No Settlin’ broke into the CountryTown National Airplay Top 50 and were named semi-finalists in the International Songwriting Competition (ISC).

From winning a national singing competition at just eight years old, to performing at events like the VFLW Grand Final, Palinkas has pursued music with tenacity. Along the way, she has collaborated with top songwriters in Los Angeles, New York, and Nashville, and earned recognition from both the Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI) and the ISC.

To celebrate the release, Palinkas will headline her album launch at George Lane, St Kilda (VIC) on September 19, before joining a top-tier lineup including Zac Brown Band, Jackson Dean, James Johnston, Casey Barnes, Kasey Chambers, Daryl Braithwaite and more, at the renowned Australian country music festival Savannah in the Round in October.

With a bold creative vision, powerhouse vocals, and a catalogue of songs that speak to life’s biggest lessons, Sammi Palinkas is quickly proving herself as one of the most exciting new voices in Australian country music. The album and focus single will be supported by digital marketing, radio distribution, and merchandise.

1. Bella Mackenzie, Homegrown Trio – Grew Up Country 02:29

Hailing from the small coal mining town of Moranbah, Australian Country Artist on the rise Bella Mackenzie, fell in love with country music listening to the likes of Lee Kernaghan and Kasey Chambers, who seemed to be writing about her life in rural Queensland.

It’s only fitting that today Bella returns with her new single ‘Grew Up Country’ featuring fellow North Queensland siblings Homegrown Trio.

‘Grew Up Country’ is a heartfelt celebration of small-town roots, resilience, and the unshakable pride of rural life. Bella’s warm, emotive vocals lead the story, bringing an authentic and deeply personal perspective, while acclaimed Australian country group Homegrown Trio add rich harmonies and a layered instrumental depth that lifts the track into a full-band anthem.

This isn’t the first time Bella and the Homegrown Trio have come together. Growing up competing in the same country music festival talent quests around Australia, their journey’s have been intertwined since childhood. All those early moments have finally led to collaborating on their first single together.

Telling her story through song from the age of twelve, Bella Mackenzie spent her teens earning her live stripes performing at her father’s pub in Moranbah, while Homegrown Trio’s roots in country music can be traced back to their upbringing on a cattle farm and their parents’ love for country music.

Building on their shared upbringing and long friendship Bella and HGT have created a sound that’s both nostalgic and uplifting – a love letter to the country upbringing that shaped them all.

Bella shares, “Writing this song brought back so many nostalgic memories from my childhood, growing up in the country. It fills me with immense pride & gratitude to be able to put that experience into a song for others to relate to & reminisce on their own experiences growing up in the country.”

Homegrown Trio share, “‘Grew Up Country’ is about the roots that shape you, and working with Bella, who shares that same love for the lifestyle, brought a real authenticity to the track. It feels like a piece of home wrapped up in a song. We all grew up with that country lifestyle – singing in the living room, riding horses on the weekends, and blasting our favourite country records while cruising around in Mum and Dad’s old car. So working with Bella on Grew Up Country just felt natural, like singing with family.”

Raised on a million-acre cattle station in Far North Queensland before relocating to Charters Towers, Homegrown Trio first captured national attention as a Top 16 finalist on The Voice Australia in 2018. In 2021, they made the move to Nashville, Tennessee, where they signed a global publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music and released a debut EP produced by industry heavyweights Nathan Chapman (Taylor Swift), Dann Huff (Keith Urban), and Joy Williams (The Civil Wars). That same year, they toured the U.S. with the Jonas Brothers and Kelsea Ballerini on the Remember This tour. Their debut single “Heartbreaker” made waves on Australian country radio, charting at #7 on the CountryTown Hot 50 Airplay Chart and #6 on the KIX Country Hottest 20. Now, as part of the Homegrown Trio, they’re set to take the stage at the Deni Ute Muster 2025 this October, joining a stacked lineup that includes Zac Brown Band, Jackson Dean, John Williamson, Kasey Chambers, Troy Cassar-Daley, and more.

Today, Bella Mackenzie has over 3.5 million global artist streams and 99.5k social media followers, winning hearts and minds of country music fans with singles ‘COWBOY’, ‘DOWN SOUTH’ and ‘BUY ME A DRINK’ and her debut EP WILD THING. Since launching her career, Bella has received from media outlets including Country Town noting her “catchy country-pop tunes, and can-do attitude”; while Rolling Stone Australia chose her debut single ‘COWBOY’ as the Best Australian Music Of The Week. ‘COWBOY’ went onto gain high rotation on KIX Country, ABC Country, iHeart Country, Nova Fresh Country and Triple M Country, peaking at #2 on the Australian Country Radio Charts.

Bella has supported James Johnston, Chase Rice and Redferrin on national tours and played to capacity crowds at BIGSOUND, BOOTS, BUCKLES & BEERS, Ridin’ Hearts Festival and most recently the 2025 Suncorp Super Netball Grand Final. Next year, Bella will be performing at CMC Festival 2026 with more lives shows soon to be announced.

Cali Tucker declares her Independence with Last Name Video!
New Single at Radio EVERYWHERE!

Award-winning country artist Cali Tucker, whose Nashville roots run deep as the daughter of 1970s hitmaker LaCosta Tucker and niece of legend Tanya Tucker, is excited to unveil the music video for her powerful new single, “Last Name.” Premiered digitally on September 4th by Taste of Country, “Last Name” draws inspiration from the timeless fairytale of Cinderella. However, instead of a glass slipper, the story is about forging your own path without the comfort of a family safety net. The single for “Last Name has already received over 1 Million digital streams across platforms as well as stunning notices from music critics. Over 40 radio stations have picked up the single around the world and more are added every day. Co-written by Cali Tucker along with Derek Robertson, Tricia Battani, and Grammy-nominated G’harah “PK” Degeddingseze, the music video is airing daily on the American Country Network.

“All of my music videos are playful, vibrant, and filled with fantasy,” shares Tucker. “Last Name” reimagines Disney’s classic Cinderella with a liberated twist-this Cinderella refuses to stay silent, standing up for herself and proving that anyone can rise above challenges to chase their dreams. To make it even more magical, my mom, LaCosta Tucker, appears as the fairy godmother, a special Easter egg that ties all my videos together.”

With Last Name, Cali Tucker continues to prove that her name is one people will be talking about for years to come.

About Cali Tucker

Over the past year, Cali has solidified her presence as one of country music’s most exciting rising voices. Her original music has garnered millions of streams worldwide and earned praise from People magazine as “a blend of sweet and sassy… addictive.” She’s headlined major Las Vegas venues and wowed massive audiences – recently performing the National Anthem at NASCAR’s Pennzoil 400 before 80,000 fans and over three million TV viewers.

Fresh off her double-billed concert in Oregon with Tanya Tucker, Cali is preparing to launch her national tour, which she previewed at the Aliante Casino in Las Vegas. As Cali continues to carve a lane uniquely her own, “Last Name” proves once again that hers is a name destined to be remembered.

Melodic, Emotive Americana LP from The Hill – Out Sept 26th
Produced by Mike “Slo-Mo” Brenner (produced Halfway to Houston – Best Folk Album of 2024 – Folk Alliance)
Terrestrial radio from first LP Get In Line (U.S., Canada, Australia, South Africa)
Let This Storm Pass & See You There (singles) received airplay.
The Hill has learned a thing or two about musical dynamics, positive pathos, and seductive sonics from the great and the good of an earlier golden age, and learned well.” – The Big Takeover

The Hill is set to release Noble Station, the second LP from the Philadelphia based artist, on September 26th. The 12-song Americana/Folk LP is produced by Mike “Slo-Mo” Brenner, who also produced Susan Werner – Halfway to Houston (Best Folk Album of 2024 – Folk Alliance). The new album covers ground on part-time parenthood, dog companionship, romance and lifelong friendships. “{It’s} a delicate Americana sound, country pedal steel sonics, intimate balladic lyrics…in some gorgeous sonic textures and tones…” says Dave Franklin of The Big Takeover.

The Hill’s music is based on the songs of Jon Kowit, who had been behind the scenes in indie music with Brooklyn’s Ascend Records, but had never released his own music until The Hill’s debut LP last year. That album Get In Line built a loyal following and led to being featured as a WXPN spotlight artist, a 45 minute interview on WWUH’s Modern Twang and light, but consistent radio play in the U.S., Canada, Australia and South Africa. Kowit grew up listening to the great 60s and 70s songwriters, plus classic country artists which clearly have influence. “I’m definitely not trying to sound like anyone, but the songs have a foundation in some great music from a different era,” says Kowit

Brenner produced the LP, after an interesting year of playing on Wild Pink’s, Dulling the Horns, (Paste 2024 – Rock Album of the Year) and several tracks with The Philly Specials, a project that also involved The Philadelphia Eagles, Stevie Nicks and Jon Bon Jovi. “Mike was juggling some interesting projects, but once we finished the “Let This Storm Pass,” we got into a flow with the rest of the tracks,” says Kowit. John Anthony (Solas, The Brothers McMullen, Backstreet Boys) was brought in to engineer the LP, but also plays on several tracks.

“I am just a music junkie fortunate enough to connect with Mike and a group of notable indie rock veterans who know how to fill out the canvas with amazing creativity. It’s been gratifying to see the connection the music has made in some interesting places. We’re obviously hoping folks enjoy the new album as much or more and it leads to some more placements and touring.” says Kowit.

About The Hill: The Hill is an Americana artist/project founded by Jon Kowit, a singer-songwriter/indie label partner/former record store employee. The debut album Get In Line was recorded after he reconnected with indie music steel guitar/ multi-instrumentalist Mike “Slo-Mo” Brenner (Jason Molina, Wild Pink, Marah, Susan Werner), who agreed to collaborate on one song. The sessions lead to the debut 12-song LP, released in April 2024 and they continued to create the forthcoming Noble Station LP, to be released on September 26, 2025

Aaron Bucks is a singer-songwriter from Langley, British Columbia, who now calls Nashville home. Some refer to his refreshing sound as flipflop country, country-soul and even barefoot country, whatever you call it, it is shaped by a blend of acoustic grooves and Caribbean vibes from his time in

Trinidad and Tobago, which, has earned him accolades like the Bluebird Cafe’s Golden Pick and the John Lennon Songwriting Contest. His performances have graced iconic Nashville venues, including the legendary Bluebird Café, The Listening Room, and 3rd and Lindsley.

In collaboration with producer Chris August (Keith Urban’s “God Whispered Your Name”), Bucks releases “Where I’m Home” and “Jump Into The Weekend,” which are the first singles from his project, The Life Sessions. When not creating music, Bucks enjoys spending time with his two children, Titus and Nora, and is a dedicated advocate for Down Syndrome awareness in honor of his son Tobias.

AMBER LAWRENCE DELIVERS THE ULTIMATE SUMMER ANTHEM WITH HER NEW SINGLE ‘SOMETHING TO DANCE TO’

Fresh from headlining festivals across Australia and Europe, 6 x Golden Guitar winner Amber Lawrence unveils her new single ‘Something To Dance To’ – an empowering, feel-good anthem destined to light up dance floors this summer.

Penned with Aussie-turned-Nashville hitmakers, Kylie Sackley and Phil Barton, the track is a reminder that sometimes life just calls for something simple, something fun – something to dance to! “This might just be the song for summer,” says Amber. “A light-hearted, breezy but kickin’ call out to get yourself on the dance floor.”

Amber’s signature ‘girl power’ stamp on contemporary country delivered her previous smash ‘Comeback Queens’, which stormed to #1 Most Streamed and #1 Most Downloaded on the Play MPE charts, climbed to #2 on the Country Songs Top 40 Australian airplay chart, and #22 on the CountryTown Hot 50 airplay chart. The single also picked up heavyweight playlist support across Spotify (New Music Friday, Heaps Country), Apple Music (New In Country, Aussie Country, New Music Daily), and Amazon (Brand New Music).

Now, with ‘Something To Dance To’, she channels that same infectious energy with a fresh twist. “Something to Dance To is inspirational in a different way,” she shares. “Go out and let your worries slip away and let your dance moves do the talking!”

Produced by Stuart Stuart (Sheppard, The Veronicas) at Brisbane’s Analog Heart Studios, the track sparkles with a mix of pop-country shine and gritty rock attitude.

The release lands in the middle of a whirlwind year: a 50-date national run with the ‘You Can Admit You Like Country Music Tour’ (with plenty more shows to see out 2025), a career highlight headlining the Visagino International Country Music Festival in Lithuania (her first European festival, performing to thousands), and a trip to the Philippines to entertain Australian troops.

Off stage, Amber’s been chasing milestones of another kind – completing her first half marathon, a 21km trail run through Lake Parramatta’s bushland. “Although I did have a few trips, falls and grazed knees!” she laughs.

‘Something To Dance To’ is another taste of Amber’s forthcoming new album – arriving early 2026 – already teased by powerhouse singles ‘Kick the Doors Down’, ‘You Can Admit You Like Country Music’ and ‘Comeback Queens’.

With 6 x Golden Guitars (including 2 x Female Artist of the Year), 2 ARIA nominations, and back-to-back CMC Female Artist of the Year wins, Amber has carved out one of the most successful and enduring careers in Australian country music. And if her new single is anything to go by, she’s still finding fresh ways to surprise, delight, and get audiences moving.

SHABOOZEY TEAMS UP WITH JELLY ROLL FOR POWERFUL NEW SINGLE “AMEN” AHEAD OF FIRST-EVER AUSTRALIAN TOUR

There’s something truly special happening in country music right now, and at the center of it all is the trailblazing Shaboozey. The Virginia native, celebrated for blending country with hip-hop, folk, and pop, continues to redefine the genre with the release of his latest single, “Amen”, featuring country powerhouse Jelly Roll.

Following the global viral success of his record-breaking hit “A Bar Song (Tipsy)”, Shaboozey delivers “Amen” as both an intimate and anthemic statement. The song resonates with raw honesty, spiritual overtones, and uplifting lyrics that strike deep, instantly connecting with listeners.

The collaboration between Shaboozey and Jelly Roll was unveiled live during Shaboozey’s unforgettable set at Coachella 2025, where fans were moved by its heartfelt delivery. Their undeniable chemistry brings “Amen” to life, cementing the track as one of the year’s most anticipated releases.

“This song is about faith, resilience, and finding strength in your journey,” says Shaboozey. “Working with Jelly Roll was a full-circle moment for me. He welcomed me on his first major arena tour in 2024 and have become great friends and collaborators as a result – I’m grateful that we get to share this message together.”

“Amen” is featured on ‘Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going: The Complete Edition’, the deluxe edition of Shaboozey’s critically acclaimed album. The expanded project includes six new tracks, such as the recent single “Blink Twice”, featuring BRIT Award-winning UK artist Myles Smith.

Adding to the excitement, Shaboozey has announced his first-ever Australian tour in 2025, joining Jelly Roll as a special guest on “The Down Under 2025 Tour” as well as appearing at the inaugural Strummingbird Festivals and Sunburnt Country Festival across the country.

ABOUT SHABOOZEY

5X GRAMMY® nominated singer-songwriter Shaboozey is building his own world, carving his lane in the alternative country and hip-hop space. Born to parents of Nigerian descent and raised in the small town of Woodbridge, VA, the multi-faceted artist grew up on an eclectic mix of music encompassing classic hip-hop and R&B, to country and blues icons like Johnny Cash, Kenny Rogers, Garth Brooks, and Lead Belly, to master lyricists, such as Bob Dylan and Leonard Cohen. A true crossover artist, he began his epic rise to stardom with two standout features on Beyoncé’s COWBOY CARTER-the only artist with multiple appearances on the album. His latest body of work, the critically acclaimed masterpiece Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going, debuted in the top five of the Billboard 200 and was praised by The New York Times for “bring[ing] hip-hop grit to country” and by Rolling Stone for “honoring country tradition and moving it forward.” The album’s breakthrough anthem, the 8X RIAA-Platinum certified, “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” holds the record for the longest-leading Hot 100 No. 1 while also topping Billboard’s Hot Country Songs, Country Airplay Chart, and Mediabase/Country Aircheck charts. The single has accumulated over a billion streams across DSPs and made history making Shaboozey the first Black male artist to simultaneously top Billboard’s Hot Country Songs and Hot 100. In conjunction with the release, Shaboozey received major critical recognition and a wide array of nominations at the GRAMMY Awards, Academy of Country Music Awards, Country Music Association Awards, iHeartRadio Music Awards, and MTV Video Music Awards, along with wins at the Billboard Music Awards and People’s Choice Country Awards. Continuing to raise the bar with each release, his follow-up single “Good News” earned Shaboozey his second #1 on Billboard’s Country Airplay Chart. Staying true to his Virginian roots, Shaboozey strives to continue the region’s long-standing tradition of prolific creativity, this time by expanding the scope of contemporary hip-hop and introducing modern Americana to a global audience.

In 2025, Shaboozey will embark on his first-ever Australian tour, performing at arenas and festivals across Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, Adelaide, Melbourne, Newcastle, Perth, Sydney, and Townsville as part of Jelly Roll’s “The Down Under 2025 Tour.” This international expansion reflects not only his rising stardom but also his ability to connect with audiences worldwide.