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After hosting his see-and-be-seen pool parties for the last decade, multi-platinum star Dustin Lynch today (1/24) marks Wynn Nightlife's first-ever country music artist residency in Las Vegas, NV.

Teaming up with Wynn Nightlife's status as a leader in world-class entertainment, Lynch is bringing a live performance Daytime Pool Situation to Encore Beach Club and a Club Set to XS Nightclub. (continue)

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Koe Wetzel, the chart-topping renegade whose electrifying blend of Red Dirt country, grunge rock and outlaw spirit has earned him a loyal following across the globe, kicks off 2025 as this week's POLLSTAR cover artist. Highlighting Wetzel's meteoric rise and his unparalleled connection with fans, the profile explores how the Texas-born artist has reshaped the boundaries of country music with his unapologetic authenticity and relentless touring schedule.

From headlining sold-out shows at iconic venues like Red Rocks and throughout Europe to making history with his latest album 9 Lives and five-week No. 1 lead single "High Road (feat. Jessie Murph)," Wetzel has proven that his unique "hillbilly punk rock" sound resonates far beyond the genre's traditional limits. (continue)

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Country superstars Lonestar, known for their 10 No. 1 singles and a storied collection of awards, unveil their highly-anticipated five-song cover EP Iconic, Vol. 1 via Band Cave Records. The project pays homage to legendary female artists, featuring bold renditions of classics by Adele, P!NK, Cyndi Lauper, Eurythmics, and Fleetwood Mac.

Dean Sams, founding member, producer, and keyboardist, recently shared insights with Forbes' Pam Windsor about the band's latest project: "We just tried to have little moments that made them different than the originals. So, it was a really fun record to do." Pam praises that "Lonestar's ability to have fun with the music has helped re-energize the band on multiple levels through the years." (continue)

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Ty Myers delivers his highly awaited debut album The Select - a 16-song powerhouse primed to be one of the most exciting introductions of 2025. Out now via RECORDS Nashville/Columbia, the 17-year-old breakout star's first full-length features his recent Billboard Hot 100 chart debut "Ends of the Earth," along with major streaming hits and massive fan-favorites like "Drinkin' Alone."

With January spotlights as Apple Music's Country Riser of the Month and Billboard's Country Rookie of the Month - and features stacking up by No Depression, MusicRow, Holler, and more - the Texas-bred singer/songwriter/guitarist brings both masterful musicianship and raw emotionality to every moment on The Select. (continue)

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Columbia Records/Sony Music Nashville artist-songwriter Alana Springsteen shares her all-new EP, Alana Springsteen: Live from the Ryman. Recorded LIVE during her first full-band set at the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN, the seven-song collection fully captures the electrifying power of her live show and serves up hard-hitting standouts like "you don't deserve a country song (Live from the Ryman)."

"More than anything, I write songs to communicate with my fans - to create something that brings us closer. My live show is the epitome of that connection. The Ryman Auditorium has always been a bucket list venue for me, and standing on that stage is unlike anything I've ever experienced. Maybe it's the weight of the legacy left by those who came before, the warmth of the music resonating through the teak and oak, or the undeniable sense of belonging you feel the moment you slide into a pew. Whatever it is, it's magic. And the only way I could think to honor that feeling is by capturing it - memorializing our time together in the Mother Church of Country Music," shares Springsteen. "This EP is special. For everyone who has spent your precious time and hard-earned money to escape with us during a show, even for a little while, this is for you. It's a celebration of the power of live music, storytelling, and finding comfort in each other. Thank you for listening and for being a part of this journey with me. I'll see you on the road." (continue)

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Cameron Whitcomb has shared "Medusa (Acoustic)," a new stripped-down rendition of his captivating fan favorite, "Medusa". Featured as one of Billboard's "5 Must-Hear New Country Songs," upon release, the original version of "Medusa" has quickly amassed over 26M global streams and counting.

Currently featured globally on the cover of Apple Music's Today Country and named to both Amazon Music's 2025 Artists To Watch and Shazam's Fast Forward 2025, Whitcomb is poised for a milestone year kicking off with his biggest US headline tour thus far. Named after his recently announced new single "Hundred Mile High" out next Friday, January 31, the Hundred Mile High Tour gets underway March 13 at Charlotte, NC's Amos Southend and continues through early April. Highlights include a sold-out stop at New York City's Bowery Ballroom on March 28, which prompted a second show at the same venue on March 24. (continue)

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On the heels of a breakout 2024 that found Mercury Nashville recording artist Bryce Leatherwood making his Grand Ole Opry debut and releasing his first single to country radio, the soulful crooner is showing no signs of slowing down in 2025. With his latest release, "Where The Bar Is," available today, the neotraditional country singer/songwriter gives fans an additional taste of what's to come as he readies his debut album to be released this spring.

"When I first heard the demo for this song it got stuck in my head immediately," shared Leatherwood. "It took me back to when I was just starting out and playing with my band at Georgia Southern. It reminds me of the bars we'd play...and drink at. It is definitely a song I'd have a beer with, both then and now and I'm so excited for y'all to hear it!" (continue)

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Prolific #1 hit songwriter John Morgan's highly anticipated debut album, Carolina Blue, will release Friday, April 25, as his debut radio single "Friends Like That (feat. Jason Aldean)" soars toward Top 10.

"With Carolina Blue, I hope there's relatability in the songs we chose and that the lyrics within them strike a chord," John shares of his excitement of the debut. "I'm a dad and married and in a different stage of life than I was when I first moved from North Carolina to Nashville. I don't try to be anything I'm not. I've never been good at that and know folks can snuff that out pretty quick. I hope these songs give people a message that there's value in whatever they are doing. Most of the people that hear this are working the blue collar jobs I'd be doing if this wasn't working, and I want them to hear their stories and feel their worth in this album." (continue)

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Americana singer-songwriter Roger Street Friedman releases new album Long Shadows, which finds him turning his eye towards past events, some close to home and others a world away, and in the tradition of the great storytellers before him, he focuses on raw emotions - love, anger, dismay, fear, isolation and ultimately, hope - in ways that make his points relatable to any listener.

Along with the album, Friedman shared the video for "Just How It Feels," which finds the troubadour singing an ode to the human condition and the little voice in our heads saying we can always do better. Glide Magazine shared the video, calling it "a spellbinding folk-rocker that finds Friedman channeling his inner Link Wray." (continue)

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21-year-old Georgia-born and Nashville-based singer, songwriter, and guitarist Landon Smith has released the single "Weekend," written and produced alongside GRAMMY Award-winning producer Dave Cobb [Brandi Carlile, Chris Stapleton]. The single arrives today accompanied by an official visualizer.

Stacking up tens of millions of streams independently, Landon attracted the likes of Dave Cobb to his corner. Cobb welcomed Landon to his studio in Savannah, GA, where they cut "Weekend" and more music to come in 2025. (continue)

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On the heels of One Night At A Time becoming the highest-selling country tour in history - receiving two 36th Annual Pollstar Awards nominations for Major Tour of the Year and Country Tour of the Year, playing to over 3 million fans across 87 shows in 10 countries - Morgan Wallen is rewriting his setlist as he unveils the title of his 4th studio album: I'm The Problem. The highly-anticipated project sparks the coinciding 10 city, 19-stadium-dates 2025 I'm The Problem Tour, produced by Live Nation.

A rotating lineup of guests including Brooks & Dunn, Miranda Lambert, Thomas Rhett and Koe Wetzel join in direct support with Gavin Adcock, Corey Kent, Ella Langley and Anne Wilson as first-of-three across select dates. (continue)

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One of Country music's few Diamond-certified songwriters, Chase Rice, is profiled in a brand-new Hook & Barrel original video series titled "The Chase," out now. The captivating feature from the outdoor lifestyle publication offers an intimate look into Rice's life and passions away from the stage as he reflects on his artistry and musical journey.

Armed with a rifle and guitar, Rice sets out on an epic elk hunt in the rugged high desert of Utah, where he finds a much-needed respite from touring life and a deep connection to nature. This short film, the first of its kind from Hook & Barrel, takes place in the breathtaking Utah mountains and follows Rice as, together with editor-in-chief John Radzwilla, he scouts and chases the perfect bull before celebrating the day's success with a fireside acoustic set of songs from his latest album, Go Down Singin', plus a preview of unreleased new music. (continue)

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Northern Ireland-born, Nashville-based singer-songwriter Gareth unveils the acoustic music video for his latest single, "Last Thing I Do." This release follows the announcement of his publishing deal with BMG and the single release via Walk Off Entertainment. The track is already making waves, having been added to Smooth Country's playlist of the week and being named one of Absolute Radio Country's 'Spotlight Tracks of the Week.' A heartfelt ode to staying grounded while chasing dreams, the song reflects the emerging talent's journey from his small hometown of Castlederg to the country music capital of the world. With the acoustic video premiering on Wide Open Country, the stripped-back, evocative rendition brings the song's poignant lyrics to life.

The rising country star shares, "I wrote this song as it relates to my recent move from Northern Ireland to Nashville. The song mentions that no matter where you travel or what dreams you chase, you will never forget those that are closest to you. Somehow you will always find your way back to the ones you love." (continue)

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Kameron Marlowe is giving fans a preview of his upcoming project, Sad Songs For The Soul, with the release of a new track, "Here Lies The Fool." Marlowe wrote the track with fellow artist Laci Kaye Booth as well as Ben West, who also produced the song. The haunting track describes the intense feelings of regret one can feel after failing to make a relationship work.

Marlowe described the process of writing the song, sharing, "I wrote this song with Laci Kaye Booth and Ben West, it was our first time writing together. Earlier last year, Laci was on the road with us and she was telling me about this verse she started and hit me with the title. I told her about the project I was working on and it just all clicked from there. The story is about a man who knows he was wrong and feels every emotion of guilt and remorse knowing she isn't ever coming back. The melody and guitar tone really stood out to me and I just love the overall vibe." (continue)

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The Infamous Stringdusters have finished the first leg of their wildly successful annual Ski Dust Tour traversing through mountain towns in Colorado and Utah. To celebrate the mid-point and following suit with this summer's sold out Nights on the River tour and accompanying Songs from the River compilation, the band has released a brand new compilation entitled Songs from the Mountain, available today via Americana Vibes. Listen to the new compilation HERE.

The robust 35-song collection contains mountain-themed songs by the Dusters and each member's respective solo catalogs as well as songs by "reverse supergroup" Broke Mountain Bluegrass Band ft. the Dusters' Travis Book alongside now-members of Greensky Bluegrass, Leftover Salmon & John Stickley Trio. It will also feature a brand new Andy Hall-composed song entitled "Mountain Town" performed by the band live on February 2, 2024 at The Elm in Bozeman, Montana. (continue)

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The Wood Brothers have expanded their 2025 tour plans with the addition of nine shows this spring as well as three shows over the summer. Among the twelve dates announced are five festival appearances: Tedeschi Trucks Band's Sun, Sand & Soul, Del McCoury's Delfest, Virginia Arts Festival, Rhythm & Roots Festival and Bender Jamboree Fest.

They'll also join String Cheese Incident for four shows, including a return to Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, CO in July, while headlining their own shows in May at The Harvester Performance Center in Rocky Mount, VA, The Stone Pony in Asbury Park, NJ and Concerts Under The Stars in King of Prussia, PA. (continue)

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Austin based singer/songwriter Taylor Rae has announced her new album The Void will release on April 18th. The anticipated follow-up to her acclaimed 2021 debut Mad Twenties, The Void is an immersive and wildly eclectic album that both confirms Rae's status as an Americana A-lister as well as reaches far beyond the genre's borders. She also unveiled today the first peak at the new album with the heavy-hitting alt-tinged juggernaut "Maybe I'm The Villain," a self-reflective track that strives to view things through the opposite lens.

Holler featured the track and raved, "With its lush, sweeping harmonies, sugary '90s pop gloss and crunching backbeat, the swampy country funk of 'Maybe I'm the Villain' is a bold statement of intent that sounds like All Saints recording with The Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section." (continue)

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Kenny Chesney sells out stadiums so it comes as no surprise that his Sphere Las Vegas residency became the hottest ticket in town once they went on sale. As a result, the country superstar has added three additional dates to the run. Here is the official announcement:

Kenny Chesney promised No Shoes Nation something very different when he began teasing his touring plans for 2025. Hailed as "The King of the Road" by Wall Street Journal, the high-impact live performer knew he was ready for another challenge, one that deepened the connection between the music, his band and the people who have come (continue)

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Jelly Roll and Lainey Wilson will headline the 2025 edition of Railbird Music Festival, taking place May 31 and June 1 at The Infield at Red Mile in Lexington, Kentucky. The 2-Day festival will bring together over 30 artists across three stages including Riley Green, Bailey Zimmerman, The Red Clay Strays, Shaboozey, Cody Jinks, Ryan Bingham & The Texas Gentlemen, Sierra Ferrell, Treaty Oak Revival, Wyatt Flores, Blackberry Smoke, Luke Grimes, Gavin Adcock and more to the grounds of the historic horse racing track for unforgettable performances and curated bourbon experiences, celebrating the spirit of Kentucky.

1-Day and 2-Day GA, GA+, VIP, and Platinum Tickets will be available during the presale beginning Friday, January 24 at 10am ET. Fans can access 2-Day GA tickets at the guaranteed lowest price from 10am to 11am ET. Prices will increase at 11am. Sign up now at RailbirdFest.com to receive an SMS access code to the presale. A general on-sale will follow for any remaining Tickets. (continue)

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Multi-Platinum, genre-bending band Whiskey Myers kick off 2025 with today's announcement of 14 co-headlining dates with Tedeschi Trucks Band set for August 7 through September 1. Part of the Live in 25 Tour produced by Live Nation, the shows span cities ranging from the Pacific Northwest and California to the Midwest and Northeast. Tickets go on sale to the general public beginning next Friday, Jan. 31, at 10 a.m. local time via LiveNation.com

Whiskey Myers fans can also gain early access to tickets and VIP packages beginning Jan. 28 through the "Honky Tonk Crowd" fan club. To become a member, sign up for an account on the newly-launched Whiskey Myers app and select "Become a Member." From there, you can choose either the Firewater or Kentucky Gold membership tier. Once registered, head to the tour section and tap "Claim Presale Code" under the desired show. In addition to early access to presale tickets and VIP packages, members also receive behind-the-scenes content, access to exclusive message boards, exclusive merchandise and more. (continue)

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