Lauren Watkins; Photo by Luke Rodgers

Lauren Watkins Taps Into Classic Country Storytelling with ‘Marlboro Man’

Posted on July 18, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

“He’s this mysterious, masculine character – kind of the picture of what a lot of women want in a man…”

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Clayton Johnson; Photo Provided

Clayton Johnson On Finding His Way Back to Country Music And The Stories Behind His Debut EP, ‘Live To Learn’ [Exclusive]

Posted on July 2, 2025

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Melinda Lorge

After exploring sounds beyond country, Johnson has returned to the genre where he feels “most at home.”

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Cole Swindell; Photo by Robby Klein

Cole Swindell Opens Up About the Long Road to His New Album, ‘Spanish Moss’

Posted on June 27, 2025

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Lauren Jo Black

Swindell admits the album didn’t come together as he originally planned, but in the end, he’s grateful for the journey and “proud” of the result.

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Parker McCollum; Photo by Chris Kleinmeier

Parker McCollum Scraps the Rulebook and Finds His True Sound on New Self-Titled Album

Posted on June 27, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I’ve never made a record that I love as much as this one,” the Texas native admits.

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Photo Courtesy Presley Haile

10 Questions With Presley Haile

Posted on June 25, 2025

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Lauren Jo Black

The rising artist just released a new five-song EP.

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Baylee Littrell ; Photo by Leighanne Littrell

Baylee Littrell Begins a Bold New Chapter With Raw, Faith-Filled Single, ‘Hey Jesus’ [Exclusive]

Posted on June 24, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

“It’s really impactful…It’s unexpected and it’s a different route than what I’ve tried before, so I’m very, very excited for it.”

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Parker McCollum, Randy Rogers Band; Photo Provided

Randy Rogers Reflects On Long-Standing Friendship With Parker McCollum: ‘I View Him As My Little Brother’

Posted on June 23, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

The country acts have finally teamed up for their first-collaboration, “Is This Thing Workin’.”

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Something Out West; Photo by Osprey Media

Something Out West Talk New EP ‘Leaving Hollywood,’ Moving to Nashville & More…While Playing With Puppies!

Posted on June 20, 2025

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Lauren Jo Black

The duo’s Chet Hanks and Drew Arthur joined us for the latest episode of the Pupdate.

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Photo Courtesy of Alexandra Kay

Alexandra Kay To Open Hometown Coffee Shop, ‘The Coffee Girl’

Posted on June 16, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

The grand opening will take place Thursday, June 19.

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Aaron Watson with Son, Jake Watson; Photo Provided

Aaron Watson Talks Celebrating Father’s Day On Tour With Son Jake: ‘I Feel Spoiled Rotten’ [Exclusive]

Posted on June 15, 2025

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Melinda Lorge

Watson’s eldest son is attending “Honky-Tonk University.”

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