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Five-time Entertainer of the Year Luke Bryan releases his ninth studio album, SIGNS, today. The 12-track album, produced by Jeff Stevens and Jody Stevens, features Luke’s Top 10 hit “Country And She Knows It.”
 
SIGNS Track Listing & Sequencing:

1. “Finders Keepers”  Written by Jimi Bell, Beau Bailey, Sam Ellis
2. “Country And She Knows It” Written by Josh Miller, Parker Welling, Matt Dragstrem
3. ‘Word On The Street” Written by Payton Smith, Josh Thompson, Justin Ebach
4. “Signs”   Written by Jody Stevens, Patrick Murphy, Jason Duke, Tommy Cecil, Jon Mills
5. “Fish Hunt Golf Drink”   Written by Luke Bryan, Matt Dragstrem, Chase McGill
6. “Made It A Memory”  Written by: Matt Alderman, Jamie Paulin, Shane Profitt
7. “Woods” Written by Jameson Rodgers, Josh Thompson, Matt Dragstrem, Taylor Phillips
8. “Down Goes The Whiskey” Written by Jeb Gipson, Whitney Duncan, Jonathan Singleton
9. “Crooked Rows Of Corn” Written by Luke Bryan, Josh Thompson, Chase McGill, Matt Dragstrem
10. “I Liked Loving You” Written by Jimi Bell, Kyle Sturrock, Jimmy Robbins
11. “Killer” Written by Davis Corley, Mark Addison Chandler, Nate Kenyon
12. “Praying By The Rules”   Written by Blake Bollinger, Chris Lucas, Nate Kenyon, Preston Brust

 
In its 17th year, Luke’s plays the fall leg of Farm Tour this weekend. The son of a peanut farmer, Luke has brought shows to farms across the country since the tour’s inception in 2009. Before this weekend’s show, Luke has awarded 90 college scholarships to students from farming families attending the local college or university near tour stops and has provided more than 11 million meals through presenting sponsor Bayer’s #HerestotheFarmer. Luke’s work with these programs has been critical to raising awareness, educating communities, and expanding access to nutritious food, vitamins, and minerals. During Farm Tour shows, Luke and Bayer have supported food security in Farm Tour markets by mobilizing thousands of concertgoers to donate to local food banks, helping thousands of families. Through on-site collections, generous fans have contributed more than 16,000 pounds of nonperishable food so far, which will directly provide meals to regional hunger-relief organizations. FFA chapters also partnered with Bayer this year on the “Spirit of 1776” CAN DO Challenge. Donations totaling more than 10,000 cans were given to local food banks to support communities across the country.
 
 
About Luke Bryan
During his career, Luke has amassed 27.2 Billion global streams, 12 Million global album sales, and more than 48 Million track sales worldwide. He has 132 Million in total RIAA certification units, including 19.5 Million in album certifications and 112.5 Million in single certifications. Luke was honored with the SoundExchange Hall of Fame Award in recognition of his standing as one of the most-streamed artists in the organization’s 20-year history. He has garnered 32 #1 singles, 17 of which he co-wrote, and he’s accumulated 58 total weeks at #1 during his career.:
 
Luke has hosted the ACM Awards five times and the CMA Awards four times, and has won more than 50 major music awards, including five Entertainer of the Year awards. Additional honors include six CMT Artist of the Year recognitions, NSAI Artist/Songwriter of the Year, the first-ever recipient of the ACM Album of the Decade Award for Crash My Party, seven CMT Music Awards, five Billboard Music Awards, and four American Music Awards—as well as being named Billboard’s Top Country Artist of the 2010s, the Most Heard Artist of the Decade by Country Aircheck, and Artist Humanitarian Recipient by the Country Radio Broadcasters, and receiving the ACM Lifting Lives Award for his devotion to improving lives through the power of music. Luke was inducted into the Star Trail of Fame by The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo to honor his profound impact over the years.

“Stephen Styles knows his way around a turntable, a glass of whiskey, and certainly around a true Country song. Big fan of this song and big fan of Stephen. Give this a SPIN!”- Pepper Daniels, PD KKJG San Luis Obispo, Calif
Rising California country-rocker Stephen Styles is thrilled to announce his new single  “Whiskey And Vinyl” to country radio!Fresh off the momentum of his chart-climbing hit “Bar By Now”, country rocker Stephen Styles takes a more vulnerable turn with his latest single,  “Whiskey And Vinyl”, now impacting country radio.Solely written by Stephen, the track pulls back the curtain on the kind of late-night moments that don’t make it into highlight reels – when the room is quiet, the weight of the world feels heavy, and the only thing that truly understands you is music. “There’s something different about vinyl — it’s raw, imperfect, and real — and that’s how emotions are too,” says Stephen. “For me, this song represents using music as a way to survive hard moments. It’s about heartbreak, reflection, and finding some peace in the pain. The song pays tribute to the artists who helped me through my own difficult times and I’m now hoping to be that voice for someone else .”  This song is released via Plow House Records and produced by Grammy-nominated Brad Hill (Maren Morris, Brothers Osborne, Owen Riegling).Stephen’s last single, “Bar By Now ” was a major hit on Country Radio, including:
· Over 1M streams on Spotify
· Reached #51 on Music Row Country Breakout Chart for “Bar By Now”
· Charted at #2 on Play MPE Streaming in the UK
· Charted at # 3 on play MPE Streaming in Latin America
· Charted at #9 streaming and was the 13 the most downloaded song on Play MPE International chart
· Played iconic venues and festivals including Pozo Stampede, Avila Beach Resort Festival, Doug Weston’s Troubadour, California Mid-State Fair, Buck Owens Palace, Sturgis Buffalo Chip, and more.

About DUPREE & The Track  
Roots in Talbott, Tennessee songwriter/producers mother- and-son duo DUPREE deliver a true storytelling, positive Country sound driven by tight family harmonies and the  signature virtuoso electric guitar solos  of conservatory-trained lead guitarist/singer Dylan Dupree  (former lead touring guitarist for  multi-platinum selling band LFO ) .

ARTIST BIO:
CCM/Country music duo DUPREE is turning heads with their fresh, distinct sound and bold message of belonging. The multi-talented duo led by mother Lauren and son Dylan, his mom being originally from Talbott Tennessee, are songwriters and music producers.​DUPREE was struck in 2024 when Dylan’s dad (Lauren’s husband) passed away from cancer. Their mission is to tell the story at their concerts and help those who are going through hardships. A month before he passed, he requested to be buried in a DUPREE merch shirt because he recognized the importance of ministry and the music after his suffering. Their promise to dad was to spread awareness for routine colon cancer screenings to those around the world for this preventable cancer.The duo has been featured on  CFN (Catholic Faith Network TV) in NY and were invited to perform 4 concerts at World Youth Day at the largest gathering in history in Lisbon, Portugal with 1.5 million youth attending.DUPREE’s original upbeat music includes smooth harmonies and feature Dylan’s {left-handed} virtuoso, jaw-dropping guitar solos. Dylan’s versatile solos have been compared to the styles of Jimi Hendrix, Brad Paisley and Eddie Van Halen.Discovered at age 17 by multi platinum-selling band LFO (Summer Girls, Every Other Time) the band invited Dylan on the LFO Summer Reunion Tour as lead guitarist. After the tour, Dylan attended Rollins College to study guitar under Berklee graduate guitarist Bobby Koelble, then officially formed DUPREE.DUPREE’s song  He Tells Me (Who I Am) peaked at #9 on the Australian Christian Radio charts for 24 straight weeks, #27 on Top 50 Artists & #24 on Top 100 songs of the year.They have been featured guests on a Sirius XM radio show.Dylan and Lauren have had the honor of their music reaching over 250 radio stations around the world. This success makes them internationally acclaimed. They have earned 30,000 radio spins and 4,0000 Shazams.This Mother/son combo write and produce all their original songs together offering an exciting new sound in Country music and CCM.  Their songs are easily identified by their smooth harmonies and upbeat vibe which makes this band a family-favorite for a fun, moving experience at their concerts.

Thank you to all of the stations that have supported “January!”
Connor Jameson picked up the guitar at the tender age of 12 and hasn’t looked back since. Now 28, Connor has seen radio success and graced some of  the most prestigious stages in Nashville, Tennessee.  A true artist at heart, Connor  is the sole writer on  all of his music, infusing it with authenticity and raw emotion. His sound is a unique blend of country and Christian music, reflecting his deep-rooted beliefs and personal experiences.

Everyone has a “January.” That month. That person. That phone call. That goodbye.  Some dates don’t end when the calendar changes.  They stay with you forever.”January” is a  repeatable,  heart-touching song that everyone  can relate to.  It builds into a powerful song that reminds us that sometimes relationships come at a  cost that  we can never truly pay.
Lyrics:It was January 7thJust another dayand somehow I managedto meet the devil that dayWhat a way to goWhat a way to startWhat a way to break my heartNow the New Year’s goals are goneJust like youand I’m standing aloneThere In your rearviewYou’re probably moving onWith someone newThey call me insanecall me crazywell but I’m stuck in JanuaryWe talked about foreverIt was clear as can beI was looking at one knee optionsNow I’m looking out for meAfter all this timeAll the highs and lowsGirl why’d you have to go causeNow the new years goals are goneJust like youAnd I’m just standing aloneThere In your rearviewYou’re probably moving onWith someone newThey call me insaneCall me crazyWell but I’m stuck in JanuaryHolding on to memoriesTo what’s left of you and meAnd the possibilityThen it occurred to me thatNow the New Year’s goals are goneJust like youAnd I’m standing aloneIn your rearviewYou’re probably moving onWith someone newThey call me insaneCall me crazyBut I’ m stuck in January

‘Wasting Time’ is the fifth single from Australian country singer-songwriter Austin Mackay’s upcoming debut album, due in early 2027. The upbeat, nostalgic track pairs honest storytelling with a timeless, melodic modern-country hook, capturing the frustration of holding onto something that isn’t right anymore.
 
Early indicators positive coming back on the track from DSPs with Spotify’s Nashville office confirming frontline support from the massive @HotCountry Instagram account, which will roll out during release weekend to help drive awareness and momentum  to their 164K+ country superfan followers!
 
After relocating from his hometown of Newcastle, NSW to Nashville, Tennessee, Austin is quickly building an impressive international audience, touring alongside the likes of Max McNown and Jackson Dean. He has recently performed as an official showcasing artist at both CMA Fest and AmericanaFest in Nashville, alongside appearances at major Australian festivals including Byron Bay Bluesfest, Gympie Music Muster and Howlin’ Country. In 2026, Austin was also nominated for Breakthrough Artist of the Year at the Countrytown Awards.

KELSEY HART SETS HIS SIGHTS ON FOREVER WITH NEW SINGLE “LOVE TO BE THAT GUY”
American country music singer-songwriter Kelsey Hart delivers a heartfelt, boot-stomping anthem about winning the girl and becoming the man she deserves with his new radio single, “ Love To Be That Guy.”Kelsey Hart zeroes in on the sweetest girl in town on “Love To Be That Guy.” Wondering how to make the small-town beauty his, Hart delivers an articulately crafted, boot-stomping track as he aims to make every other man jealous by winning the heart of the prettiest face in the room.He shoots his shot, betting on forever, across a relatable song for anyone who’s ever walked into a bar on a Saturday night armed with high hopes and the courage to risk rejection.“ Love To Be That Guy” was written by Ashley Gorley, Brad Clawson, Taylor Phillips and Casey Brown, and produced by Blake Bollinger. The song follows Hart’s breakout debut single, “Life With You,” the gold-certified title track from his debut album.“Life With You” earned Hart a Top 25 debut at country radio, reached No. 1 on SiriusXM The Highway’s Hot 30 Weekend Countdown and was named one of Billboard’s “5 Must-Hear Country Songs.” The tender love song also helped introduce Hart to a rapidly growing international audience.With 327 million career global streams, 37.6 million career views on YouTube and more than one million followers across his social platforms, Hart continues to build momentum as one of country music’s most promising emerging artists. His growing list of career highlights includes performing at the 2024 iHeartCountry Festival and being selected for the CRS 2026 New Faces of Country Music showcase.The Kentucky native has been immersed in country music from an early age, finding his place in the artist spotlight after growing up singing gospel music from the passenger seat of his father’s truck. In addition to developing his own career, Hart has secured cuts with artists including Jake Owen, Dylan Scott and Trace Adkins.

Australia’s rising country-pop singer-songwriter Bella Mackenzie is forging her own path with a fresh approach to modern country music. Following the success of fan-favourite single ‘GIRL’, and ‘Second Hand Dust’ Bella continues her momentum with the release of her latest single, ‘Neon Never Lies’. 

‘Neon Never Lies’ is a modern country trap song about knowing your partner is cheating before they ever admit it. The song follows a woman who knows exactly what’s happening when her partner is out at the bar. He thinks he can hide behind late nights, drinks and neon lights, but she knows the truth always comes out eventually because the neon never lies. The cinematic country guitar tones combined with Bella’s raspy and raw vocals, make this story hit so much harder. 
Born in Rockhampton, and raised in a family that owned the local pub, Bella Mackenzie cut her teeth performing live in front of pub crowds and has since become one of the country’s most entertaining live acts. Having recently supported US country singer Riley Green, and Nashville-based singer-songwriter Jake Banfield, along with performances at CMC Rocks, Julia Creek Dirt N Dust Festival, and Tamworth Country Music Festival, Bella has also been announced to perform at Savannah In The Round, Deni Ute Muster in October and Meatstock in 2027.
Nominated for Female Artist of the Year at the 2026 Country Town Awards, Bella Mackenzie has amassed more than 5.5 million global streams across her catalogue, achieved four Top 10 Country Radio hits and continues to grow her social audience.  

Multi-JUNO and CCMA Award-winning band James Barker Band continue to push their sound forward with “ Hey Honey,” their latest single, out today via Universal Music Canada. Produced by Todd Clark (Noah Kahan, Lewis Capaldi, Phillip Phillips) and co-written by Lowell (Beyoncé, Tate McRae, Backstreet Boys).

Hey Honey” takes another step down the path they began exploring with their previous

release, “After Dark,” pairing the band’s signature country instincts with a more raw, unfiltered approach to songwriting.

At its core, “Hey Honey” is about weathering the messier moments of life together. With its

vivid imagery of whiskey, fire, smoke and the aftermath of a long night, the song captures the tension, frustration and ultimately the optimism that comes with knowing there’s always another day to start again.

Rising country stars, Tyla Rodrigues and the Kruse Brothers, join forces on their latest single,  What’s Left To Hold Onto. With both artists  in demand globally, they forged a friendship while on the road in Europe and the UK; crossing paths at C2C London and Berlin.  With equal footings in their respective home markets, both artists have exceeded 10 + million streams and have been fixtures on stages, playlists and airwaves around the world.The Kruse Brothers discuss the collaboration, ” Tyla is one of the most exciting artists on the scene right now. We met her at the C2C Festival in Berlin, and her music immediately became the soundtrack to a lot of our time on the road. We couldn’t be more excited to share a song with her, a powerhouse international artist, and to continue to bring honky-tonk country music across the world.”This poignant song was written by Rodrigues with Australian country music legend, Allan Caswell; and produced by Jared Adlam (Mack Geiger, James Johnston).As Tyla describes the single ‘……Hold Onto’ is a track about the quiet strength of holding onto hope for someone you love, even through life’s most uncertain moments. I believe It captures some of the timeless storytelling that made me fall in love with country music, and I knew that the Kruse Brothers would bring something truly special to it. They have some of my favourite voices in country music, and I am beyond excited to collaborate with them on this song.”While Tyla is heading to Canada in September for shows, The Kruse Brothers will be headlining Billy Bob’s Texas; the trio reconnecting in Nashville that same month.ABOUT KRUSE BROTHERS:Phoenix-based country duo Kruse Brothers, Chandler and Miles Kruse, are carving out their own lane in modern country music with a sound rooted in brotherhood, musicianship, and raw authenticity. The duo first garnered national attention with their viral hit “White on the Ground,” a breakout moment that introduced audiences to their signature harmonies, emotionally charged songwriting, and genre-blending sound. What began as an online buzz quickly translated into a rapidly growing fanbase and a reputation as one of country music’s most promising emerging acts.Raised on a wide range of influences and trained in classical music from an early age, the brothers seamlessly blend country storytelling with elements of rock, blues, and Southern soul, creating a sound that feels both timeless and unmistakably their own.ABOUT TYLA RODRIGUES:A remarkable talent in the realm of country music, Tyla Rodrigues is a breath of fresh air to the genre. Showing incredible maturity, grace and ambition. Tyla stands out from the crowd with her soulful voice, heartfelt lyrics, and captivating stage presence. In an era of contemporary country sounds, Tyla Rodrigues delivers an obvious appreciation for classic country songs and stories. Tyla managing to blend the timeless essence of the genre with her own soulful style. Hailing from Australia, Tyla Rodrigues, has been in demand globally since the start of the year with a whirlwind of festival performances: Tamworth Country Music Festival (AU), Holler Country Festival (AU),C2C Berlin, C2C London, CMC Rocks (AU), CMA Fest in Nashville and now she makes her Canadian debut performance at Boots and Hearts West.

Multiple Golden Guitar winner, horseman and outback entertainer  Tom Curtain will release his new single  Country Boys, Cowgirls and Horses on Wednesday 9 September 2026 – an unapologetic celebration of the people, animals and way of life that make country communities what they are.A proud anthem for rural Australia,  Country Boys, Cowgirls and Horses is about standing together, respecting the land and the generations who came before us, and taking pride in the simple things that define life in the country.At its heart, the song celebrates community, mateship, heritage and connection to the land, while pushing back against the idea that people should ever feel ashamed of where they come from or the life they choose to live.”This song is really about being proud of who you are and where you come from,” Curtain said. “It is about the people who will drop everything to give someone a hand, the animals that are such a big part of our lives, the country we work and care for, and the traditions that have been passed down through generations. There is a lot to be proud of in country Australia. We might do things a little differently out here, but that sense of community, looking out for each other and appreciating what we have got is pretty special.”The single will be supported by a new official music video filmed by  Global HQ, bringing the people, landscapes, animals and country lifestyle behind the song to the screen.THE SONG TAKES TO THE ROADJust weeks after the single’s release, Curtain and the  Katherine Outback Experience team will load the horses, working dogs and music gear and hit the highway for the  Country Boys, Cowgirls & Horses Tour.Kicking off in  Kununurra, Western Australia, on Tuesday 29 September, the tour will travel south through WA before crossing the Nullarbor in the new year and continuing east towards the 2027 Tamworth Country Music Festival. It will mark Curtain’s  11th consecutive national tour.”The song really sums up what our life on the road is all about,” Curtain said. “We pull into these towns with a truckload of horses and dogs, put on a show, play country music and get to meet families from right across the region. Some of our favourite shows are in the smaller communities where people travel a couple of hours to get there. You will have little kids sitting beside their grandparents, everyone having a laugh and getting involved. That is country community, and that is exactly what this song is about.”Unlike a traditional country music concert, the touring show combines live music with the signature animal demonstrations and family entertainment born from Curtain’s award-winning Katherine Outback Experience. It features working dog demonstrations with children from the audience getting involved, horse liberty, Tom performing from horseback, crowd interaction, dancing, the much-loved sack race and plenty of laughs.Long-time touring mate and acclaimed WA singer-songwriter  Chris Matthews will return for the Western Australian leg, together with some fresh faces including  Zara Lindeman,  Courtney Rose and  Josh Beveridge. The touring show was born from Katherine Outback Experience, the Australian Tourism Awards Hall of Fame attraction Curtain established with his wife, Annabel, in the Northern Territory. Its authentic mix of horse training, working dogs, animals and Australian music provides the foundations for the national touring show.”Whether we are home in Katherine or somewhere on the other side of the country, these are our people,” Curtain said. “Country boys, cowgirls, horses, dogs, families and good people who look out for each other. This song is for them.”