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RaeLynn Delivers Full Throttle Anthem “Long Live Country Music,” Out Now

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RaeLynn Delivers Full Throttle Anthem “Long Live Country Music,” Out Now

Platinum selling country artist RaeLynn has doubled down on her bold blend of grit and glam with the release of her new track, “Long Live Country Music,” which is available everywhere out now via The Valory Music Co. in partnership with Red Van Records and Jonas Group Entertainment. This song is a full throttle anthem specifically dedicated to the honky tonk faithful. Written by RaeLynn with Aaron Gillespie and Lauren Hungate, the track is packed with celebratory references to legends like Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton, and George Jones, celebrating the conviction of a life lived loud—all in the name of country music.

RaeLynn described the track as deeply personal, stating, “This song is basically my love letter to Country music. I’m so passionate about this new sound and what it represents for me. Working with Aaron Gillespie on the production brought it to life in such a powerful way. Every reference, every lyric, it’s all straight from my heart and full of truth.” The track is her second release since returning to The Valory Music Co., following the unapologetic country rocker “Heaven Is A Honktonk.” With its boot stomping blend of Southern grit and divine rebellion, “Long Live Country Music” is a testament to RaeLynn’s unwavering dedication to the genre.

Lecade Releases Charged Heartbreak Anthem “Blind,” Out Now

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Lecade Releases Charged Heartbreak Anthem “Blind,” Out Now

Up and coming country artist Lecade has released his charged new heartbreak anthem, “Blind,” which is available everywhere out now via Big Machine Records. The track offers an unfiltered look at a relationship unraveling under the crushing weight of deceit, depicting a lover’s lackluster attempt to conceal her unfaithfulness. Built on a combination of lively guitar, steady drums, and a smooth vocal delivery, “Blind” captures the boiling point of betrayal, hitting the moment when the warning signs can no longer be ignored and suspicion gives way to certainty.

Lecade, who wrote the song alongside Beau Bailey, Brandon Manley, Cole Miracle, and Justin Holt, continues to embrace powerfully confessional songwriting. While putting the pieces together, Lecade calls out the lies and late nights, leaning into the bitterness and disbelief that the relationship ever progressed this far. Lecade shared the deep, personal nature of the track, saying, “‘Blind’ is a song that came from a time in my life that I find myself still carrying with me sometimes. It’s about loving hard, losing harder, and realizing sometimes we don’t see the truth until it’s right in front of us. This is a really personal and honest piece of music to me, and I hope it makes people who might relate feel seen and heard.”

Irish Bluegrass Masters JigJam Release Long Awaited Single “Shake These Dreams Awake”

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Irish Bluegrass Masters JigJam Release Long Awaited Single “Shake These Dreams Awake”

Irish Bluegrass band JigJam has released their long awaited single, “Shake These Dreams Awake,” which is available everywhere out now via Singular and Gokuhi. Fans have eagerly awaited the single since the band previewed it live on tour, prompting an enthusiastic response from audiences. Written by Bob Halligan Jr. and JigJam’s own Jamie McKeogh and Daithi Melia, “Shake These Dreams Awake” beautifully captures the lingering pull of a past relationship and the strong desire to give it another try.

Frontman Jamie McKeogh confirmed the audience demand, saying, “We’ve been playing this song live for a bit now, and there is always such a strong crowd reaction, so we’re glad to finally put this one out there as a single.” The single follows a busy North American summer tour and is a preview of the band’s forthcoming studio album. The band is currently recording this new project at Zac Brown’s Southern Ground Studio in Nashville, an honor extended personally by Brown himself. The new music, which is being produced by Joe Egan, is set to feature a spectacular lineup of guest artists, including Lindsay Lou, Sister Sadie, Johnny Mullenax, and Rob Ickes.

Thelma & James Deliver Irresistible New Single “Nostalgic for Nothing”

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Thelma & James Deliver Irresistible New Single “Nostalgic for Nothing”

The undeniable married duo Thelma & James have released their captivating new single, “Nostalgic for Nothing,” which is available everywhere out now. This is the latest addition to their growing catalog of irresistible, resonating songs, and it arrives as the pair gears up to release their first project since the inception of their joint artistry. The group, formed by Nashville based singer songwriters MacKenzie Porter and Jake Etheridge, was sparked to life by the viral success of their first co write in over a decade, the hit song “Happy Ever After You,” which has garnered over 20 million streams since its release.

The addictive new song, which was written by the pair alongside Jordan Reynolds and Parker Welling and produced by Louis Johnson, reflects what Holler describes as “melodic luster.” Thelma & James shared their inspiration for the track, saying, “This song is a quirky love letter to all the random things that remind you of someone. That weirdly specific kind of nostalgia you can’t shake. Maybe because deep down you still want to be there… with them. We all have that one person or moment we keep replaying in our heads.” The song is an up tempo offering that showcases the duo doing what they do best: queuing up a familiar feeling with the turn of a phrase or strike of a chord. With the success of their prior singles and this new release, Thelma & James are currently in the studio, doubling down on this fortuitous new musical chapter.

Thelma & James Single Releases

  • Happy Ever After You
  • First Love
  • Chainsmokin Memories
  • Canaries in a Coal Mine
  • Nostalgic for Nothing

Karley Scott Collins Drops Sassy Single “Girlfriend,” Debut Album ‘Flight Risk’ Out Now

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Karley Scott Collins Drops Sassy Single “Girlfriend,” Debut Album ‘Flight Risk’ Out Now

Karley Scott Collins is taking control and flipping the script on her new track, “Girlfriend,” available now via Sony Music Nashville.

“On the surface, you’d think ‘Girlfriend’ was about being in love with someone who just wants to talk to you about how they’re in love with someone else. In reality, I wrote this song because I was dating someone who told me about a date he went on with someone else before me,” shares Collins. “I told my friends Alex Kline and Summer Overstreet about it, and we had a lot of fun making up a story about her being pretty dang cool. So, whoever she is, I hope she is funny, does listen to Nirvana, and reads indie poetry – cause if all that’s true, she’s way too cool for that guy anyway.”

The sassy kiss-off is the latest peek into Collins’ debut album Flight Risk, which is slated for release on September 26th. Collins’ creative fingerprint graces every aspect of the project, where she and Grammy Award-winning collaborator Nathan Chapman co-produced and played nearly every instrument throughout – Collins even picked up banjo, violin, and bass during the sessions. She learned how to engineer in the studio, making sure every note was a personal and raw reflection of her journey. From start to finish, Collins speaks with the hard-earned wisdom of a soul twice her age, unafraid to lay bare the truths gathered in just 25 years of living, loving and learning.

Sam Barber Drops New Single “Better Than The Floor” Featuring Chance Peña, Extended EP ‘Music for the Soul’ Out Now

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Sam Barber Drops New Single “Better Than The Floor” Featuring Chance Peña, Extended EP ‘Music for the Soul’ Out Now

Multi-platinum singer-songwriter Sam Barber has joined forces with Grammy Award-nominated artist and producer Chance Peña for the new single, “Better Than The Floor,” premiering everywhere via Lockeland Springs/Atlantic Records. Having both long admired each other’s work, the acclaimed artists finally connected, forging a powerful new collaboration.

“Better Than The Floor” is included on an extended edition of Barber’s acclaimed new EP, Music for the Soul, available now. The project begins an unforgettable new chapter for Barber following the breakout success of his RIAA gold-certified 2024 debut album, Restless Mind. Co-written by Barber and produced by Grammy Award-winner Ryan Hewitt (The Lumineers, Noah Kahan) and Joe Becker at studios in Nashville, and Bozeman, MT, the EP sees Barber chronicling how he got here and where he’s headed next on such eloquent, empathetic new songs as “Same Sad Shit,” the fame-wrestling title track, “Music for the Soul,” and the deeply moving “Home Tonight,” all available now alongside official live performance videos. The song was first teased via the fan-first platform, Sam Barber Files, an evolving digital space offering a rare, unfiltered look into Barber’s world with unreleased content, personal visuals, and behind-the-scenes glimpses into his creative process.

Music for the Soul also includes the soul-baring anthem, “Man of the Year,” available everywhere now alongside an official live performance video.

Barber is celebrating the project on his biggest North American headlining tour through December and beyond.

Welcome Skateboards and Talking Heads Unite for Cool Collaboration Highlighting ’77 Debut

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Welcome Skateboards and Talking Heads Unite for Cool Collaboration Highlighting ’77 Debut

Welcome Skateboards proudly unveils an exclusive collaboration with the legendary band Talking Heads, spotlighting rare photography by the late, great Mick Rock, who captured many of the most important musical artists in human history.

This limited edition capsule includes two premium graphic tees and a custom skateboard deck, each featuring iconic shots of Talking Heads from the early days of their groundbreaking rise. The collection specifically celebrates the band’s debut album, Talking Heads: 77, which showcased the intelligence and eccentricity that made Talking Heads one of the most influential bands of the 20th century.

Merging Welcome’s distinct, art-driven approach to alternative culture with the avant-garde ethos of Talking Heads, this collection is a tribute to music as art.

“We’ve always been inspired by artists who disregard rules and create new genres, and Talking Heads are the epitome of that,” states Jason Celaya, Founder of Welcome Skateboards. “This collaboration is a nod to the creative rebellion that Talking Heads brought to the music world.”

The limited capsule will be available at select skate shops worldwide and online.

Founded in 2010, Welcome is a culture brand born from skateboarding, but raised on music, art, and individuality. Known for custom board shapes, hand-drawn graphics, and a defiant creative spirit, Welcome is a beacon for those who find themselves disenchanted with popular culture at large.

2025 marks the 50th anniversary of Talking Heads, the groundbreaking band that helped pioneer the new wave movement with their fusion of punk, funk, art rock, and global rhythms. Formed in 1975 by David Byrne, Chris Frantz, Tina Weymouth, and later joined by Jerry Harrison, the group became known for their cerebral songwriting, kinetic performances, and bold visual style.

With critically acclaimed albums like Talking Heads: 77, Remain in Light, and Speaking in Tongues, and the iconic concert film Stop Making Sense, Talking Heads pushed the boundaries of pop music and performance. Collaborations with producer Brian Eno and hits like “Psycho Killer” and “Burning Down the House” cemented their influence. Inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2002, the band celebrates its legacy in 2025 with new releases, including the first-ever official “Psycho Killer” video and a super deluxe edition of More Songs About Buildings and Food.

Bloom’s Sophomore Album ‘The Light We Chase’ Is Out Now, Visceral Single “Withered” Leads the Way

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Bloom’s Sophomore Album ‘The Light We Chase’ Is Out Now, Visceral Single “Withered” Leads the Way

Melodic hardcore group Bloom has officially released their sophomore album, ‘The Light We Chase’, which is out now via Pure Noise Records. This visceral collection reflects a period of intense emotional turmoil, including relationship breakdowns, struggles with trust, and wrestling with hopelessness, offering the band’s most powerful and ambitious songwriting to date. Fans can dive into the album with the latest single and music video, “Withered,” a track that tackles questions of self worth and the weight of lost hope with unflinching honesty. The song features the heaviest hitting, most distorted instrumentals on the entire record, serving as an absolute powerhouse single.

Drummer Jack Van Vliet explains the philosophical core of the album, sharing, “You can’t catch light in your hands, and you can’t have darkness without the light casting its shadow. We all have an idea of something perfect… The Light We Chase is that perfection. The sublime. The taste of something good.” He also spoke about the emotional core of the single: “‘Withered’ tackles this question with unflinching honesty, and how the light we chase can be the path to our own ‘desolation.’ The frankness of the song repeats itself as ‘Eight years of my life, dedicated/desolated’ repeats like a mantra for all the things that have been lost.” The album, produced by Sam Bassal, is a wide exploration of how far metalcore can be pushed, featuring guest vocals from Movements’ Patrick Miranda and Void Of Vision’s Jack Bergin. Fans can catch Bloom on their North American tour supporting Silverstein on the 25 Years of Noise Tour, which includes Thursday and Free Throw.

‘The Light We Chase’ Track Listing

  • Belrose
  • Forget Me Not
  • Out Of Reach
  • Keep You (feat. Patrick Miranda)
  • Glen Street
  • Life Moves On Without Us
  • Act II (feat. Jack Bergin)
  • Withered
  • Only Sky
  • Tongue Tied (feat. Mikaila Delgado)
  • Show Me Who I Am

Leafblower Drops New Single “Ghosts,” Taken From Their Out Now Album ‘Burn Cruise’

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Leafblower Drops New Single “Ghosts,” Taken From Their Out Now Album ‘Burn Cruise’

Omaha’s post rock masters Leafblower have released their preternatural new single “Ghosts,” which is available everywhere out now via Max Trax Records. This powerful track is taken from their latest album, ‘Burn Cruise’, which is also out now, and it features a blend of ethereal inspiration and grounded emotion. The lyrics for the song were born in the wee hours of the night when vocalist and guitarist Danny Maxwell had a supernatural experience, confessing, “I couldn’t sleep, so I got up and watched some TV. I thought I saw something out of the corner of my eye, then I felt a warming presence near me, though I didn’t feel threatened.” Maxwell embraced the paranormal moment, scribbling down his initial thought of “What’s all the fuss about?” before grounding himself and fleshing out the rest of the lyrics later, bridging the experience with the feeling of scattered emotions coming to a head.

The track showcases the band’s stellar musicianship, coupling a powerful rhythm section provided by drummer Tab Tworek and bassist, theremin player, and vocalist Craig Fort with the searing guitars of Clark Jahn and Maxwell’s ice piercing vocals. The accompanying surreal video stars their aged octogenarian mascot “Tim,” who had previously been a star of their social media presence. Fort explained the video’s origin, saying, “When we first started, we posted daily shorts of our guy, ‘Tim,’ doing everyday things. He gained a decent following and we did it for a few years, but his appearance in the videos started to peter out.” The resulting video is a haunting and somewhat surreal montage of sped up vignettes showing Tim going about extraordinary daily activities, perfectly underscoring Fort’s metaphorical summation: “Life is gonna come at you no matter what your plans are, and there’s nothing you can do but put your head down, bulldoze through, and you might as well have a good time while you’re at it.”

‘Burn Cruise’ Track Listing

  • Ghosts
  • Burn Cruise
  • The Ropes
  • One Step Closer
  • The River
  • The Fix
  • The Call
  • The Grind
  • The Dive
  • The End

Mike Tramp Concludes White Lion Trilogy with ‘Songs of White Lion – Vol. III’, Out Now

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Mike Tramp Concludes White Lion Trilogy with ‘Songs of White Lion – Vol. III’, Out Now

Mike Tramp, the unmistakable voice and principal songwriter of White Lion, has released the final chapter in his heartfelt trilogy, ‘Songs of White Lion – Vol. III’, which is out now via Frontiers Music Srl. This powerful and deeply personal tribute brings closure to a years long project reimagining the classic songs that defined the 1980s melodic hard rock scene. Tramp celebrated the release with the launch of the single “Fight to Survive,” accompanied by an official music video. The song’s meaning is particularly resonant for the singer, who notes the title perfectly captures the struggle the band faced after their initial label refused to release their debut album, stating, “Every time I sing this song, it takes me right back to that moment.”

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In this final installment, Tramp revisits and reimagines ten more essential songs from the White Lion catalog, bringing them back to life with a contemporary sound and the authenticity that only decades of experience can deliver. Tramp speaks to the intention of the trilogy, noting, “For me, the point of re recording the old classic White Lion songs was all about letting the audience know HOW the band would sound if they come to see us live. Bringing the sound up today and away from a world no more.” He is once again backed by his trusted bandmates: Marcus Nand on guitar, Claus Langeskov on bass, and Morten Hellborn on drums. This collection is a celebration and a reawakening, spanning from the raw defiance of “Fight To Survive” to the cinematic power of “Warsong,” and the infectious groove of the Golden Earring cover “Radar Love.”

‘Songs of White Lion – Vol. III’ Track Listing

  • Dirty Woman
  • Warsong
  • Fight To Survive
  • She’s Got Everything
  • In The City
  • If My Mind Is Evil
  • Cherokee
  • All Burn In Hell
  • Don’t Say It’s Over
  • Radar Love
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