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Cody Johnson Releases Studio Version of Fan-Favorite “Travelin’ Soldier”

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Multi-platinum country artist Cody Johnson has released a long-requested studio version of “Travelin’ Soldier” via CoJo Music and Warner Music Nashville. A staple of his live shows for years, the recording arrives as a tribute to the military and first responders Johnson has long supported, giving new life to a song that has deeply resonated with his audience. Originally shared as an acoustic performance, fan response kept it firmly embedded in his setlist, ultimately leading Johnson to capture it fully in the studio.

“It’s been three years since we released an acoustic cover of ‘Travelin’ Soldier,’” Johnson says. “The fans responded so enthusiastically and began requesting it during our live shows so it’s remained on the set list. I had no idea that it was going to give me the opportunity to hear, see, and bring words to y’all’s stories… I knew at some point, when the time felt right, we needed to record it in the studio. And that time is now COJO Nation!” The release lands as Johnson continues to build momentum with new music and future touring plans, reaffirming his reputation as a powerful storyteller whose connection to his audience runs both ways.

Luke Bell’s Legacy Lives On With Posthumous Album ‘The King Is Back’

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Thirty Tigers has released ‘The King Is Back’, the only posthumous album from late singer-songwriter Luke Bell, gathering all of the unreleased recordings he left behind. Tracked between 2013 and 2016, the collection captures Bell at his creative peak, telling vivid stories of blue-collar lives, restless wanderers, heartbreak, and the personal battles that connect us all. The album was assembled with care by Bell’s mother Carol Bell and his manager Brian Buchanan, alongside Jane Bell and Tiffany Buchanan, and produced by Andrija Tokic, Stephen Daly, Justin Frances, and Bell himself, who wrote all 28 songs.

Available digitally, on CD, and as a deluxe double LP pressed on cloud-colored vinyl, ‘The King Is Back’ also includes a 24-page lyric booklet featuring photos and liner notes written by Carol Bell. Beyond preserving Luke Bell’s voice and vision, the release carries forward his legacy in a tangible way, with proceeds benefiting the The Luke Bell Memorial Affordable Counseling Program, founded to support access to mental health care in the Big Horn Basin. It stands as both a powerful artistic statement and a deeply human tribute to a songwriter whose work continues to resonate.

Finger Eleven Scale New Heights With “The Mountain”

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Canadian rock mainstays Finger Eleven have shared their new single “The Mountain,” the fourth release from their upcoming album ‘Last Night on Earth’ via Better Noise Music. The track taps into a renewed sense of scale and ambition, with the band openly embracing a bigger, more expansive rock sound inspired in part by the melodic influence of Phil Collins and Genesis. “As we were making Last Night on Earth, there was this feeling that we were making a big Rock record,” guitarist Rick Jackett explains, noting a conscious return to the kind of sonic weight that defined their early years.

Though compact in runtime, “The Mountain” unfolds with the scope of something far grander. Guitarist James Black likens it to “a seven-minute epic squeezed into four,” while frontman Scott Anderson frames the song as a metaphorical search for creativity itself. “At its core, it’s a song about trying to find the music,” Anderson says, describing a fantastical journey that mirrors the band’s own evolution. Alongside recent releases like “Adrenaline” and “Blue Sky Mystery,” the new single reinforces Finger Eleven’s ability to revisit familiar themes with fresh perspective, balancing intensity, melody, and reflection as they continue to push forward.

Tyler Farr Digs Deep on New EP ‘Quit Bein’ Country’

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Multi-platinum country artist Tyler Farr continues to lean into authenticity with his new EP ‘Quit Bein’ Country’, released via Droptine Recordings. Co-produced by Grammy-winning producer Julian King and veteran producer Jim Catino, the six-song collection finds Farr reconnecting with the values that shaped him: faith, family, small-town life, and hard-earned truth. Powered by his unmistakable vocal presence, the EP blends grit and emotion across songs co-written with Nashville heavyweights including Josh Miller, Josh Thompson, and Will Bundy.

“Quit Bein’ Country says everything about where I’m from and the values I was raised on—God, family, small-town life, hard work, and staying true to yourself,” Farr says. “The other songs are snapshots of love, heartbreak, and good times with friends, and cutting a classic like ‘Simple Man’ lets me tip my hat to the music that shaped me. It’s a project that feels real, honest, and personal, and I’m excited to share it with y’all.” Standout track “Love Me Back” reveals a more vulnerable side, while songs like “My Town Too” and “Simple Man” underline Farr’s roots and influences. ‘Quit Bein’ Country’ captures an artist confident in who he is, balancing toughness with tenderness as he enters a new chapter.

Ian Munsick Expands “Prairie Lament” Into Full-Length Wyoming Tribute

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Ian Munsick has released a full 3:23 version of “Prairie Lament,” expanding the 45-second interlude that opened his third studio album ‘Eagle Feather’. Written with Jeremy Spillman, the song is a heartfelt declaration of love for Wyoming, the place that has shaped Munsick both personally and creatively. What began as a brief introduction quickly became a fan favorite, prompting calls for a complete version that could fully explore the longing and pride at its core. “Wyoming has always made me feel special… as an artist/songwriter, but as a human being,” Munsick shares, describing the state’s isolation, ruggedness, and rare sense of community.

The release arrives as Munsick looks ahead to The Eagle Flies Free Tour in 2026, continuing a run that has cemented his modern Western voice on stages nationwide. The tour follows the momentum of ‘Eagle Feather’ and a career-defining chapter that includes historic hometown moments and growing national recognition. With “Prairie Lament” now fully realized, Munsick closes the loop on a song that started as an introduction and has grown into a defining statement of identity and legacy.

Ella Mai Marks ‘3’ Anniversary With New “Little Things” Video

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Grammy-winning artist Ella Mai is celebrating the anniversary of her EP ‘3’ with the release of the official video for fan-favorite track “Little Things,” out now via 10 Summers Records and Interscope Records. The visual arrives as a thoughtful gift to fans, landing during her birthday week and reinforcing the quiet confidence and emotional honesty that have defined her recent work.

Directed by Loris Russier, the video finds Ella reflecting on the understated power of love. Set against a rain-soaked backdrop, she serenades her partner with tenderness and intention, portraying devotion through everyday moments. From cooking breakfast to simply being present, the clip centers on the strength found in showing up, framing love as something built through consistency rather than grand gestures.

The EP ‘3’ marked a clear chapter of growth for Ella, both personally and creatively. Rooted in themes of communication, alignment, and emotional clarity, the project balanced confidence with vulnerability. Tracks like “Hearts On Deck” and “One of These” showcased playful assurance and romantic excitement, while “Little Things” emerged as its emotional anchor, grounding the record in warmth and sincerity.

Alice In Chains Announce Deluxe Box Set for 30th Anniversary of Self-Titled Album

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deluxe box set arriving in early 2026. Limited to just 3,000 units and available exclusively through the band’s official store, the release offers an expansive, fan-focused celebration of one of the most defining records of the grunge era. The collection centers on a newly pressed 2 LP vinyl edition housed in special pop-up gatefold packaging, accompanied by three seven-inch singles and a cassette.

Beyond the music, the box set leans heavily into collectible territory, featuring ten custom art prints, 12 tarot cards, two oversized double-sided posters, and a hardcover comic book. Unique novelty items include a double-sided zoetrope slip mat, a 3D ballerina, and a zoetrope coin record topper, rounding out a release designed to honor the album’s dark mystique and lasting cultural impact. The record, produced by the band alongside Toby Wright, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, earned multiple Grammy nominations, and remains a cornerstone of Alice In Chains’ legacy, featuring standout tracks like “Grind,” “Heaven Beside You,” “Again,” and “Over Now.”

Daft Punk Expand Their Universe With New “Contact” Video

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Daft Punk have released a new video for “Contact,” created in collaboration with Epic Games and Magnopus. The visual builds on the world introduced in The Daft Punk Experience within Fortnite, reimagining its opening moments with a cinematic lens. The video follows the duo’s iconic robot personas as they drift through space toward a pulsing signal, pulled into a high-intensity journey that echoes themes, imagery, and emotion from across Daft Punk’s career.

Serving as both a beginning and an ending, “Contact” famously closes their final album ‘Random Access Memories’ while also functioning as the gateway into The Daft Punk Experience. The track’s placement reinforces its role as a statement piece, bridging eras and mediums as the duo’s legacy continues to unfold in new forms. With layered references and immersive storytelling, the video stands as a reflective extension of Daft Punk’s enduring relationship with sound, technology, and visual imagination.

Robert DeLong Strips It Back on “Fool Me Once (Folk Edition)”

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Alt-electro shapeshifter Robert DeLong flips the script with “Fool Me Once (Folk Edition),” a banjo-led reimagining of a track originally featured on his deluxe album ‘PLAYLIST OF DOOM: After DARK’, released via Roundhill Records. Inspired by a live banjo performance, the new version trades synths for strings, blending stomp-and-clap energy with pedal steel from collaborator JD Carrera. What emerges is a warm, intimate take that reconnects the song with its earliest form.

“‘Fool Me Once’ was written on a banjo in my kitchen, recorded on a voice note, and then promptly forgotten,” DeLong explains. “I wanted to do a version of it live, and without thinking one day I picked up my banjo, and then I remembered that’s where it all started.” Lyrically drawn from autobiographical moments, the song reflects on fleeting connection and the quiet optimism that follows. Originally from Seattle and now based in Los Angeles, DeLong continues to blur boundaries between electronic precision and raw, human storytelling, letting the song’s origin guide its evolution this time around.

Bianca Jazmine Turns Restless Nights Into Release on “Losing Sleep”

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Miami-born indie rock artist Bianca Jazmine returns with “Losing Sleep,” a dark, cinematic new single recorded at the legendary Sunset Sound Recorders in Hollywood. Born from a period of nightly panic attacks, the song channels anxiety and insomnia into something expansive, building from a taut rhythm section and aching vocals before bursting into a cathartic chorus that mirrors the spiral of late-night overthinking.

Balancing raw vulnerability with high-voltage indie rock energy, “Losing Sleep” moves through the blurred space between exhaustion and emotional intensity, where tension slowly gives way to clarity. It’s a release that feels both intimate and widescreen, capturing the moment when truth surfaces in the quiet hours. An award-winning Cuban-American artist, Bianca Jazmine continues to carve out a voice rooted in empathy, self-empowerment, and emotional honesty, turning personal struggle into something shared and resonant.