new music

Country music needs more strong female artists.  That's my opinion, and I know a few others that would agree with me.  Recently I was introduced to Kelsea Ballerini's video.  She's been starting to make a buzz, and maybe she's got what it takes.  But I want to know what YOU think!

I think it's required by contract when you are a country singer that eventually you'll have to sing a song about whiskey.  Tyler Farr has met his obligation with his new tune "Whiskey In My Water."

Jake Owen took to twitter recently to share the track listing to "Days of Gold" album.  You'll recognize the first track as his hit title track single on the radio.

Chris Young has revelead the track listing and cover art work for his upcoming album "A.M" due out on September 7th.   The album already has the hit "Aw Naw" on the radio, and 10 other tracks.

Country music has been expanding for some time, and we've even seen rap artists join in on certain songs.   Examples are Jason Aldean with Ludacris on "Dirt Road Anthem,"  Florida Georgia Line teaming up with Nelly on "Cruise," etc.  Now long time rap music fan Luke Bryan may have something in the works with T-Pain.

Newcomer Weston Burt's debut single 'Lucky Sometimes' aims right down the middle and hits the mark. The upbeat, head-over-heels love song is easy to find yourself singing along with before the first spin is complete. Listen again to hear him flex a little vocal muscle in the most subtle ways.

After the release of their highly-successful debut gospel album, the Bellamy Brothers are releasing yet another inspirational disc filled with 14 new songs. ‘Pray for Me’ is set to hit stores on Tuesday, Sept. 4.

The new single from the Lost Trailers continues down a singer-songwriter path the now-duo began to cut with ‘Underdog’ in 2011. While once a party band, their new sound is more Jason Mraz than Jason Aldean. The change fits.

The summer heatwave comes a with a splash of country music before the days grow shorter and the kids return to school. The new country music releases for August 2012 are no exception. While July had so many country superstars with new country music releases that it was difficult to decide where to spend your money, August has just four that look promising.

When Dustin Lynch had his first co-write with Tim Nichols and Josh Leo, he had no idea the day would result in ‘Cowboys and Angels’ lyrics — ultimately his new single. The stars lined up that day, and a hit was born.

Compared to June, there are relatively few new country music releases in July 2012, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t any albums worth being excited about. One Nashville trio will make their debut, while a country duo returns after a change in record labels. There’s also a legend and a perennial award nominee releasing new country projects in July.

On Tuesday (May 15), up-and-coming country duo Florida Georgia Line released their brand new five-song EP titled ‘It’z Just What We Do.’ Their debut single ‘Cruise’ has already become a fan favorite live, as it sets the bar for a fun, summertime anthem for years to come.