New Country Songs You Need To Hear Right Now

There’s absolutely no shortage of new music right now. With tour schedules halted due to the ongoing pandemic, artists have…

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Lauren Jo Black

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October 27, 2020

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Kalie Shorr, Canaan Smith, Roman Alexander, Adam Hambrick, Caitlyn Smith

There’s absolutely no shortage of new music right now.

With tour schedules halted due to the ongoing pandemic, artists have returned to the studio, creating an influx of new tunes.

It can be a bit overwhelming to sift through all of the new music releases, so let Country Now do it for you. Here are five new songs you need to hear right now.

“My Voice” – Kalie Shorr

Kalie Shorr makes a statement with her just-released pop-rock/country anthem, “My Voice.” Unwilling to let others’ opinions bring her down, Shorr vows to always be herself, no matter what.

“Too rock for country, too country for punk/ But who said I had to pick either one/ Tattoos at the Opry/ I could cover em up but it’s not me,” she sings.

Stream the track HERE.

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“Cabin in the Woods” – Canaan Smith

Canaan Smith hopes to help fans escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life with his nostalgic new song, “Cabin in the Woods.” The reflective tune finds Smith reminiscing on lost love and all of the memories they made together at a “Cabin in the Woods.”

This track serves up some major star power. It was co-produced by Smith alongside Florida Georgia Line’s Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley, and written by Smith, Kelley, Josh Miller and David Garcia.

Stream the track HERE.

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“Bad For Me” – Roman Alexander

Country newcomer Roman Alexander is giving fans a taste of what’s to come on his debut EP, with the release of “Bad For Me.” The mid-tempo tune finds Alexander crooning over a lover, confessing, “you’re so good, you’re so good, you’re so good, you’re bad for me.”

His vocals on this track are absolutely swoon-worthy.

Stream the track HERE.

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“The Longer I Lay Here” – Adam Hambrick ft. Jillian Jacqueline

Adam Hambrick just released another flipside featuring two tracks, including the infectious “The Longer I Lay Here” featuring Jillian Jacqueline.

It’s a fun take on a love song and it’s guaranteed to get stuck in your head for days.

Stream the track HERE.

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“I Can’t” – Caitlyn Smith feat. Old Dominion

Powerhouse vocalist Caitlyn Smith recruited Old Dominion to join her on a reimagined version of her song “I Can’t.” The powerful song acknowledges that change isn’t always a bad thing and delivers a message many of us could use right now.

“I Can’t” is featured on Smith’s Supernova (Deluxe) album.

Stream the track HERE.

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Lauren Jo Black

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Lauren Jo Black

Lauren Jo Black, a University of Central Florida graduate, has immersed herself in the world of country music for over 15 years. In 2008, she co-founded CountryMusicIsLove, eventually selling it to a major record label in 2015. Following the rebranding of the website to Sounds Like Nashville, Black served as Editor-in-Chief for two and a half years. Currently, she assumes the role of Editor-in-Chief at Country Now and oversees Country Now’s content and digital footprint. Her extensive experience also encompasses her previous role as a Country Music Expert Writer for Answers.com and her work being featured on Forbes.com. She’s been spotlighted among Country Aircheck’s Women of Influence and received the 2012 Rising Star Award from the University of Central Florida. Black also spent time in front of the camera as host of Country Now Live, which brought live music directly to fans in 2021 when the majority of concerts were halted due to the pandemic. During this time, she hosted 24 weeks of live concerts via Country Now Live on Twitch with special guests such as Lady A, Dierks Bentley, Jordan Davis, Brett Young, and Jon Pardi. Over the course of her career, she has had the privilege of conducting interviews with some of the industry’s most prominent stars, including Reba McEntire, Blake Shelton, Luke Combs, Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, Miranda Lambert, Lainey Wilson, and many others. Lauren Jo Black is a longtime member of the Country Music Association and the Academy of Country Music.