Clay DuBose’s Father Time & Mother Nature is a West Coast country-rock album that pairs high-energy tracks with more progressive, artful explorations. The entire album convey’s DuBose’s broad vocal range and sweet tone. Produced by Ted Russell Kamp, who also adds his signature bass groove, it features Jamie Douglas and Mitch Marine on drums; Brian … Continue reading
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New Country: RJ Chesney — ‘A Southern Man’
RJ Chesney’s forthcoming album, A Southern Man, will be released September 25, 2026. It is produced by Zachary Ross and Jason Hiller, recorded at Electrosound Studios in Los Angeles, and recorded, mixed, and mastered by Jason Hiller. The track features Chesney on lead vocals, acoustic guitar, and nylon guitar; Jason Hiller on bass, upright bass, … Continue reading
New Country: Hudson Macready — ‘Thank God For The Dogs’
Raised on 150 East Tennessee acres, 19-year-old Hudson Macready is staking his claim as one of his generation’s most authentic country artists. He easily achieves what is often one of the most challenging aspects for a young artist–he writes songs with an honesty and maturity beyond what one would expect. No doubt, as he continues … Continue reading
New Country: American Cosmic Revival Vol. 2 — ‘Miles From Nowhere’
American Cosmic Revival, Vol. 2: Miles From Nowhere Release date: August 21, 2026 American Cosmic Revival, Vol. 2: Miles From Nowhere is an Americana and country-rock album by Christian Parker, Patrick Cleary, and legendary pianist Earl Poole Ball. Inspired by Gram Parsons’ Cosmic American Music, which established a sound that blended country, rock, folk, soul, … Continue reading
New Country: Alex Miller – ‘More Country Than You’
With his new album, More Country Than You, Alex Miller continues to shine like the rising country star that he is. By assembling a variety of song styles on one album, Miller asserts that there are few limitations of the definition of country music—especially when it is delivered by an artist who clearly loves country … Continue reading
New Country: Trace Nixon — ‘Hand Me Down Name’
If the songs on this EP sound vaguely familiar, it’s a very good thing. It could be because, with his debut EP Trace Nixon embodies an appreciation for the most recent glory days of traditional country music. He captures the essence of George Strait delivering an Alan Jackson song with all of the earnestness of … Continue reading
New Country: Dierks Bentley — ‘The Sessions (Live)’
Dierks Bentley’s four-song live release, The Sessions, features collaborations and classic country storytelling. The tracks are all strong, and balance each other to create a satisfying listening experience. They include a duet with Jordan Davis on “What Was I Thinkin’,” a cover of Keith Whitley’s “I’m No Stranger to the Rain,” Bentley’s own “Heartbreak Drinking … Continue reading
New Country: Ty Herndon & Ashley McBryde — ‘A Man Holdin’ On (To a Woman Lettin’ Go)’
Grammy nominated country music icon Ty Herndon is teaming up with Grand Ole Opry member and Grammy Award-winning powerhouse vocalist Ashley McBryde to breathe new life into his 1998 hit “A Man Holdin’ On (To a Woman Lettin’ Go)” – a haunting ballad about love, loss, and the moment two hearts go their separate ways. The track, set for release on Friday, August … Continue reading
New Country (Single): Hudson Macready — “Rise Again”
Sometimes the sound of a trustworthy voice, singing calming words of wisdom, are just what’s needed. This is the case with Hudson Macready and his new song, “Rise Again.” It’s a message of hope that speaks directly to those affected by the destructive wildfires that ravaged Southern California earlier this year. Like a good country … Continue reading
New Americana/Alt-Country: Steve Bowling/Red Idle Rejects — ‘New Striped Shirt’
Please ignore the graphic above. I created it as a “dummy” to fill the space of the album cover. But since the album will not be available until February 5, 2025, it will do. The main thing is that it brings attention to a musical event that deserves as much attention as possible—the release of … Continue reading