Owen Riegling releases “Taillight This Town” out now, opening a new chapter with a song shaped by movement, growth, and forward momentum. Co-written with Jimi Bell and Kyle Sturrock and produced by Oscar Charles in Nashville, the track leans into the feeling of leaving familiar ground while holding onto where it all started. The release follows a landmark run that includes a platinum-certified hit with “Old Dirt Roads,” multiple CCMA Awards, and nonstop touring across Canada and beyond. “Taillight This Town” captures Riegling at a moment of transition, pairing lived experience with a confident stride toward what comes next.
Anne Wilson Shares “Carry Me” As ‘Stars’ Arrives
Anne Wilson releases “Carry Me” out now alongside her album ‘Stars,’ a deeply personal collection that places faith, grief, and growth at its center. Co-written with Jeff Pardo, Matthew West, and Trannie Anderson, the ballad reflects on loss, early responsibility, and the decision to release burdens that feel impossible to carry alone, unfolding as a prayer rooted in lived experience. ‘Stars’ spans 12 co-written tracks and brings together longtime collaborators while blending country grit with spiritual resolve. Wilson has already begun bringing the new songs to the stage on The Stars Tour, which launched in Nashville at The Pinnacle.
Alexisonfire Celebrate Canadian Classics With ‘Copies Of Old Masters Volume 1’
Alexisonfire announce their four-track covers EP ‘Copies Of Old Masters Volume 1,’ out now via Dine Alone Records, shining a loud and loving light on Canadian alternative staples from the 1990s. The collection finds the band putting their unmistakable stamp on songs by The Tragically Hip, Doughboys, Shallow North Dakota, and Rusty, opening with their take on “Fully Completely.” Vocalist George Pettit describes the project as a backstage idea that refused to stay hypothetical, turning shared memories of Canadian music into something tangible and joy-driven. The release follows the band’s recent live album ‘LIVE Born & Raised 2022, St Catharines ON,’ continuing a chapter rooted in legacy, community, and deep respect for the music that shaped them.
Tracklist:
- Neighbourhood Villain (Doughboys)
- Cuz (Shallow North Dakota)
- Fully Completely (The Tragically Hip)
- Misogyny (Rusty)
Juneau Unveil “Observer” Video Ahead Of ‘Scraps Of The Final Lights’
Belgian post-metal collective Juneau share the official video for “Observer,” offering a focused introduction to their album ‘Scraps Of The Final Lights,’ out now digitally, with vinyl editions available via De Mist Records and the band’s Bandcamp. The track moves through dense weight and open atmosphere, balancing force and restraint as the band stretches tension across long-form arrangements. “Observer” frames the album’s wider terrain, pointing toward a release shaped by scale, patience, and an instinct for emotional gravity that has become central to Juneau’s sound.
Champion And Interplanetary Criminal Link With Crookers On “Lose My Mind”
Champion and Interplanetary Criminal reconnect with longtime collaborator Crookers on “Lose My Mind,” out now via Disorder and Capitol Records, bringing together three names with deep roots in modern club culture. The track pairs a weighty bassline with a clean, immediate vocal hook, reflecting years of shared dance floor history and studio chemistry. The release arrives during a prolific stretch for both artists, with Champion continuing a high-profile run of collaborations and Interplanetary Criminal building on momentum from recent global hits. “Lose My Mind” opens a new chapter of releases from Champion, setting the tone for what’s ahead in 2026.
The Red Clay Strays Share “People Hatin’”
The Red Clay Strays return with “People Hatin’” out now via RCA Records, and is paired with a new music video directed by Matthew Coleman and centers on themes of empathy and reflection, anchored by the lyric “it is time to start to love the ones we hate.” The single follows a landmark run for the band that includes their album ‘Made by These Moments,’ produced by Dave Cobb, major chart debuts, multiple industry awards, and the recent release of their live album ‘Live At The Ryman.’
Lee Brice Shares Reflective New Single “Killed The Man”
Lee Brice releases “Killed The Man” out now, a narrative-driven country single centered on personal transformation and leaving behind an older self. Written by Michael Whitworth, Troy Cartwright, and Jared Conrad and produced by Brice alongside Ben Glover and Jerrod Niemann, the song approaches ego, faith, and purpose with a conversational tone and clear storytelling. Brice describes the track as a reflection on growth shaped by family and belief, continuing a recent run of releases that includes “Cry” and “Said No Country Boy Ever,” each reinforcing his focus on lived experience and direct songwriting.
American Idol Winner Abi Carter Releases “melancholia sober” Single
Abi Carter, winner of American Idol Season 22, releases “melancholia sober” out now, marking her second single of 2025 and continuing a steady creative run following her debut album ‘ghosts in the backyard.’ Produced by Michael Danforth Edwards and co-written with Dan Elkayam and Sam Price, the song moves through echoing beats and acoustic phrasing while focusing on nostalgia, memory, and emotional distance. Carter describes the track as a reflection on letting go of the past, carried by her piano-led writing and measured, expressive vocal delivery.

