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Rising Country Star Callum Kerr Makes His Mark With Debut EP ‘Roots Under Me’

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Rising Country Star Callum Kerr Makes His Mark With Debut EP ‘Roots Under Me’

Scottish-born, Texas-raised, and Nashville-based country singer/songwriter Callum Kerr is carving out his place in country music with the release of his debut EP Roots Under Me, available now via ONErpm/Huff Co. Produced by Dann and David Huff, the collection blends heart, grit, and storytelling in a way that feels both timeless and refreshingly modern. It’s no surprise Holler Country named him one of “10 Country & Americana Artists You Need to Know.”

“I’m extremely proud of how this turned out,” says Callum. “It’s got a little bit of everything – love songs, drinking songs, heartbreak anthems…basically, a country mixtape with all the essentials.” Each track showcases his distinctive blend of soulful vocals and Southern charm, proving Kerr’s versatility as both a performer and songwriter.

The excitement doesn’t stop there. Callum will make his Grand Ole Opry debut on July 26th after receiving a personal invitation from country chart-topper Dustin Lynch. “It was a really cool moment to be invited and a real honour,” Callum shares. “The last time I was at the Opry, I wouldn’t even stand in the circle around the microphone; I wanted to wait until I was invited to stand in that circle. And now, on July 26th, I’ll be able to stand there and sing one of my songs.”

Following a strong showing at CMA Fest earlier this year, Callum is gearing up to announce new tour dates soon. With Roots Under Me, he delivers a debut that captures both his journey and his roots, signaling the rise of a bold new voice in country music.

Rock Legend Paul Weller Rediscovers His Roots on Soulful New Album ‘Find El Dorado’

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Rock Legend Paul Weller Rediscovers His Roots on Soulful New Album ‘Find El Dorado’

Paul Weller returns with Find El Dorado, a breathtaking new album out now via Warner/Parlophone Records. The project captures Weller at his most reflective, reinterpreting a handpicked selection of songs that have shaped his musical journey. Rich in emotion and atmosphere, the record reveals the inspirations behind one of Britain’s most influential and consistently evolving artists.

Find El Dorado is more than a collection of covers — it’s a deeply personal statement. Weller invites listeners into a space where memory, artistry, and craftsmanship intertwine. Each song becomes a new conversation between past and present, guided by Weller’s signature warmth and musical curiosity.

The album features an impressive lineup of collaborators including Robert Plant, Noel Gallagher, Hannah Peel, Seckou Keita, Amelia Coburn, and Declan O’Rourke. Together, they add layers of texture and depth to Weller’s soulful interpretations. From the haunting melancholy of “Pinball” by Brian Protheroe to the tender reimagining of the Bee Gees’ “I Started a Joke,” every track feels both reverent and revitalized.

Across 15 songs, Weller creates a tapestry of sound that honors his influences while affirming his place as one of the great voices of modern British music. The album is available now on CD, double vinyl, and digital platforms, with a special limited edition 7″ featuring “Lawdy Rolla” and “Pinball.” Find El Dorado stands as a glowing testament to Weller’s endless curiosity, his mastery of melody, and his lifelong search for musical gold.

Country R&B Star Joe Tann Steps Up to the Plate With New Single “Knock It Out the Park”

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Country R&B Star Joe Tann Steps Up to the Plate With New Single “Knock It Out the Park”

Joe Tann, better known to fans as Barefoot Joe, is back in the spotlight with his sizzling new single “Knock It Out the Park,” available now on all digital streaming platforms. Blending smooth Y2K R&B with country swagger, the track proves Joe’s versatility and charisma are stronger than ever. It’s a confident, feel-good groove that bridges genres with style and soul.

From the opening synth line, “Knock It Out the Park” demands attention. The production slides effortlessly between silky rhythm and playful heat, pulling listeners straight onto the dance floor. Joe’s vocals ooze charisma, gliding over the beat with charm and precision. “Now it’s time to take you home, Put it in your strike zone, designated hitter, girl, swingin’ like a cyclone, you’re so sexy, girl.” It’s a line that captures the flirty, tongue-in-cheek spirit that defines the track.

The chorus delivers the knockout punch: “I’ma knock it out the park, I’m talkin’ home run, I’ma knock it out the park, you gon’ beg for extra innings, babe.” It’s bold, playful, and instantly memorable, a perfect anthem for fans who like their R&B smooth and their country stylized with confidence.

“Knock It Out the Park” also signals a new era for Joe. The song is the first release from Unfinished Business, a long-shelved project finally getting its due. Originally recorded before Barefoot Joe’s country breakout, the album marks a return to his R&B roots while embracing the grit and charm that made him a fan favorite. With this release, Joe Tann reminds the world that his sound knows no limits — and he’s hitting every note out of the park.

Country Rebel Colin Stough Brings Southern Grit to Life in “White Trash” Music Video

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Country Rebel Colin Stough Brings Southern Grit to Life in “White Trash” Music Video

Colin Stough is turning up the heat with the official music video for his bold new single “White Trash,” out now through 19 Recordings and BMG Nashville. Directed by Randy Shaffer and filmed in Nashville, the video pulls straight from Stough’s own story, capturing the raw heart and unapologetic attitude that have made him one of country music’s most talked-about rising voices.

The visuals celebrate Stough’s roots with nods to pivotal moments from his Mississippi upbringing. From trading childhood treasures for his first pawn shop guitar at age 8 to checking on a pet chicken in a trailer park and setting off fireworks within city limits, every scene hits with authenticity. The same guitar he bought as a kid makes a cameo, tying the story together in true full-circle fashion.

Co-written by Colin Stough, Jamie Collazo, and Kenny Whitmire, and produced by James LeBlanc and Phillip White, “White Trash” channels raw honesty through Stough’s signature Southern grit. The track pulses with country-rock swagger, combining rebellious energy with heartfelt storytelling. Each lyric speaks for those who live loud, work hard, and wear their roots with pride.

“White Trash” isn’t about labels — it’s about identity, confidence, and community. Stough leans into his past with a grin, turning every rough edge into a badge of honor. With his gravel-edged vocals and fearless delivery, he captures the sound of small-town resilience and Southern soul that’s defining the next wave of country.

Pop Jazz Icon Michael Bublé Marks 20 Years of ‘It’s Time’ With Deluxe Anniversary Celebration

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Pop Jazz Icon Michael Bublé Marks 20 Years of ‘It’s Time’ With Deluxe Anniversary Celebration

Michael Bublé is celebrating a major milestone with the 20th Anniversary Deluxe Edition of his multi-platinum album ‘It’s Time,’ out now via Reprise Records. The new release honors two decades of Bublé’s smooth vocals and timeless swing with bonus tracks, remixes, and rare live recordings that capture his signature charm. Available in 2 LP silver vinyl, 2 CD, and digital deluxe formats, the set gives fans a reason to fall in love with the album all over again.

The deluxe edition features two previously unreleased gems, “Just Like You” and “I’ll Be Seeing You.” Bublé wrote “Just Like You” when he was just 16, and the track shines with the warmth and elegance that define his sound. Alongside these new additions, the album includes remastered favorites like “Mack The Knife,” “Dream A Little Dream Of Me,” and “I’m Beginning To See The Light,” adding fresh depth to a classic collection produced by industry legends David Foster, Humberto Gatica, and Tommy LiPuma.

When ‘It’s Time’ first arrived in 2005, it hit #1 on the Billboard Jazz Albums Chart and reached #7 on the Billboard 200, marking the beginning of Bublé’s journey to becoming a global pop-jazz superstar. The original tracklist included fan favorites like “Home,” “Feeling Good,” “Quando, Quando, Quando” with Nelly Furtado, and “A Song For You” featuring Chris Botti — songs that continue to define his style today.

Bublé’s legacy continues to grow. He recently served as a coach on NBC’s ‘The Voice,’ winning two consecutive seasons in 2024 and 2025, and he will return for a record third season this fall. In 2024, he released ‘The Best Of Bublé,’ a collection of 21 essential tracks from across his career, and in 2023, he took home his fifth Grammy Award for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album for ‘Higher.’ With 12 nominations to date, his artistry continues to resonate worldwide.

From the first notes of “Feeling Good” to the nostalgia of “Home,” ‘It’s Time’ remains a shining example of timeless music done right. The new deluxe edition invites longtime fans and new listeners alike to celebrate the sophistication, soul, and spirit that made Michael Bublé a household name.

Track Listing:

  1. Feeling Good
  2. A Foggy Day (In London Town)
  3. You Don’t Know Me
  4. Quando, Quando, Quando with Nelly Furtado
  5. Home
  6. Can’t Buy Me Love
  7. The More I See You
  8. Save the Last Dance for Me
  9. Try a Little Tenderness
  10. How Sweet It Is
  11. Song for You featuring Chris Botti
  12. I’ve Got You Under My Skin
  13. You and I
  14. Mack The Knife (Remastered)
  15. Dream A Little Dream Of Me (Remastered)
  16. Just Like You [Previously Unreleased]
  17. Home (Remix) (Remastered)
  18. I’ll Be Seeing You [Previously Unreleased]
  19. Nice ‘n’ Easy (Remastered)
  20. Softly As I Leave You (Remastered)
  21. It’s All In The Game (Remastered)
  22. I’m Beginning To See The Light (Remastered)
  23. Feeling Good (Live 2005) (Remastered)
  24. You’ll Never Know (Live 2005) (Remastered)
  25. My Funny Valentine (Live 2005) (Remastered)

Country Legends The Oak Ridge Boys Bring Holiday Magic With American Made Christmas Tour

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Country Legends The Oak Ridge Boys Bring Holiday Magic With American Made Christmas Tour

The Oak Ridge Boys are once again lighting up the season with their beloved American Made Christmas Tour. For more than three decades, the Grammy Award-winning and Country Music Hall of Fame-inducted group has brought holiday joy to fans across the country. This year, their tour returns for a limited run, filling select cities with festive cheer, breathtaking visuals, and timeless harmonies.

Each night of the tour will feature a heartwarming blend of traditional and contemporary holiday favorites, alongside some of The Oak Ridge Boys’ most iconic hits. Fans can expect beautiful stage designs complete with falling snow and decorated Christmas trees, setting the perfect mood for a joyful celebration. Selections from their seven bestselling Christmas albums will make the show a highlight of the season for families and longtime fans alike.

“Christmas time has always been our favorite time of year,” shares Duane Allen. “Getting to see everyone during the holidays, singing our favorite Christmas songs, both traditional and new, is something I look forward to all year long. Come on out and see us if you can.”

Adding to their year of celebrations, The Oak Ridge Boys are proud winners at the 46th Annual Telly Awards for their music video “Come On Home.” The video features William Lee Golden on lead vocals, Ben James as the main character, Brenda Fielder, and Country Music Hall of Famer Jimmy Fortune as Ben’s parents. Directed by Brandon Wood of IndieBling and premiered by Whiskey Riff, the video beautifully captures themes of faith, family, and the comfort of home. “Come On Home” marks the group’s fourth Telly Award win, continuing their legacy of creativity and heart.

The Oak Ridge Boys 2025 American Made Christmas Tour Dates:
Dec 4 – Sarasota, FL @ Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
Dec 5 – Hiawassee, GA @ Anderson Music Hall
Dec 7 – Greeneville, TN @ Niswonger Performing Arts Center
Dec 11 – Wausau, WI @ The Grand Theater
Dec 12 – Medina, MN @ Medina Entertainment Center
Dec 13 – Wisconsin Dells @ Crystal Grand Music Theatre
Dec 18 – Wabash, IN @ Honeywell Center – Ford Theater
Dec 19 – Canton, OH @ Canton Palace Theatre
Dec 20 – Midland, MI @ Midland Center For The Arts

Rock’s Bold New Era Arrives With The Haunt’s ‘New Addiction’

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Rock’s Bold New Era Arrives With The Haunt’s ‘New Addiction’

The Haunt release their debut album ‘New Addiction,’ a thunderous and fearless record that redefines what modern rock can sound like. Out now, the album showcases the magnetic connection between siblings Anastasia Grace Haunt and Maxamillion “Max” Haunt, who lead with raw emotion, dynamic vocals, and a sound that feels alive on every level.

Produced by Kevin Thrasher and Josh Diaz, and mixed by Joel Wanasek, ‘New Addiction’ dives into themes of depression, heartbreak, and the weight of the modern world through a mix of industrial, metal, and alternative rock. The singles “Own Me,” “Going Under,” “Bad Omen,” “Teeth,” and “New Addiction” have drawn wide attention, while “Masochistic Lovers,” featuring Craig Mabbitt of Escape the Fate, continues to rise on the Active Rock charts at #29.

The Haunt’s year is filled with sold-out shows and festival performances across the U.S., U.K., and Europe, including Download, Rock For People, Louder Than Life, and WRIF RIFF FEST. Their headline tour runs through December, bringing fans a setlist full of high-voltage moments and songs that sound even bigger on stage.

The duo began performing as AnastasiaMax in 2015, inspired by Amy Winehouse and The White Stripes. They grew up playing clubs across Florida before expanding to global stages with Palaye Royale. Media support quickly followed, with Kerrang! celebrating their “gothic edge, flashes of punk vibrancy and riot grrrl attitude,” and Rock Sound naming them a “Breakout Artist.”

With over 40 million streams and a growing international following, The Haunt continue to shape a bold new direction for rock. ‘New Addiction’ captures everything that makes them unforgettable: heavy emotion, fearless sound, and unstoppable momentum.

VIMIC Honor Joey Jordison’s Legacy With ‘In Your Shadow’ And Reunion For ‘Open Your Omen’ Release

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VIMIC Honor Joey Jordison’s Legacy With ‘In Your Shadow’ And Reunion For ‘Open Your Omen’ Release

VIMIC have reemerged to honor the life and legacy of their late brother Joey Jordison with the release of their long-awaited debut album Open Your Omen, out now. The record, originally completed in 2016, has finally arrived following a successful Kickstarter campaign that raised more than $100,000 to make its release a reality.

Leading the charge is the single “In Your Shadow,” available now. Written in 2014 by Joey Jordison, Kalen Chase, and former guitarist Kris Norris as a tribute to Type O Negative’s Peter Steele, the track has become an emotional centerpiece for both the band and fans worldwide. “After Joey passed, this song unfortunately took on another meaning,” the band shares. “We stand behind it as a tribute to our late brother.”

Proceeds from the album and reunion are directed to the Joey Jordison Charitable Fund’s partnership with Broken Strings, an Iowa nonprofit providing instruments to students in local schools — with the Jordison family expanding the initiative to include drums. With Open Your Omen, VIMIC bring Joey’s spirit roaring back to life, transforming grief into purpose and legacy into sound.

Daniel Johnston’s Spirit Endures With Second Pressing Of ‘Love Lives Forever (BBC Sessions 2003–11)’

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Daniel Johnston’s Spirit Endures With Second Pressing Of ‘Love Lives Forever (BBC Sessions 2003–11)’

Daniel Johnston’s legacy continues to live on through a lovingly crafted second pressing of Love Lives Forever (BBC Sessions 2003–11) — a double album that captures the raw, heartfelt brilliance of one of America’s most singular songwriters. The collection gathers five intimate BBC sessions recorded between 2003 and 2011, offering a rare and radiant glimpse into Johnston’s later creative years.

The project, inspired by BBC Radio 6 Music’s Marc Riley, features two sessions for Rob Da Bank and three with Riley himself — both serving as executive producers on the release. Long sought after by fans, these performances have now been fully licensed, restored, and mastered from the BBC archives with the blessing of Johnston’s family, management, and charity.

Mastering was handled by Frank Arkwright at London’s legendary Abbey Road Studios — a fitting tribute for an artist whose love for The Beatles shaped his sound and spirit. “The overwhelming consensus from those who knew him,” the release notes, “was that he would be so proud and excited to have his music mastered above the legendary Studio 2.”

Available as a limited double vinyl edition (numbered to 500 copies), CD, and high-resolution digital download, Love Lives Forever features Johnston’s own artwork and includes an eight-page booklet with photographs taken at his Waller, Texas home. Each edition serves as both a collector’s treasure and a celebration of the enduring innocence, honesty, and creativity that defined Johnston’s career.

Importantly, proceeds from this release will support the Hi, How Are You Project, the Austin-based nonprofit founded in Daniel’s honor to promote mental health awareness and open conversations about well-being. Rather than revisiting his struggles, this project celebrates his music — pure, unguarded, and unforgettable — reminding listeners that Daniel Johnston’s love truly lives forever.

Cyndi Thomson and Ashley Monroe Shine In Heartfelt New Video For ‘Black Celica’

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Cyndi Thomson and Ashley Monroe Shine In Heartfelt New Video For ‘Black Celica’

Cyndi Thomson unveils a stunning, emotional visual for her slow-burning single “Black Celica,” featuring Grammy-nominated artist Ashley Monroe. Co-directed by Zack Knudsen and Kate Clark, the video beautifully mirrors the heartache and tenderness at the song’s core, blending cinematic imagery with raw vulnerability.

Shot entirely outdoors during the golden hour, the video intertwines two parallel narratives — Thomson and Monroe performing together in a windswept field, and a young couple reliving the beauty and heartbreak of first love. The couple’s story is brought to life by Thomson’s real-life daughter, Bella Goodman, adding another layer of intimacy and truth to the performance.

“Watching my daughter bring this story to life onscreen added a whole new layer of meaning,” shares Thomson. “This song is about love that stays with you — even when it’s long gone — and Bella and our team captured that beautifully.”

Written by Cyndi Thomson, Ashley Monroe, and Mikey Reaves, and produced by Paul Sikes, “Black Celica” is a standout track from Thomson’s recent EP Acres of Diamonds, released in May. The song’s hushed melody and vivid storytelling — with imagery of rainy roads, late-night drives, and champagne under the stars — evoke the lasting ache of a love that never truly fades.

The “Black Celica” video doesn’t rely on grand gestures or flashy effects; instead, it revels in honesty. With soft light, quiet emotion, and a sense of timeless reflection, it captures what remains long after the car stops and the memory fades — the feeling of love that endures.

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