Singer-songwriter Emily Rose is bringing attention to the issue of postpartum depression, which affects many new mothers, through her new partnership with Postpartum Care USA and a powerful new video for her single, “Don’t Talk About It,” out now.

“Don’t Talk About It” speaks directly to the postpartum journey, which impacts thousands of new moms and addresses urgent, largely preventable postpartum issues like nutrient depletion, mental health challenges and thyroid imbalance. One in eight U.S. women experience symptoms of postpartum depression, with rates nearly doubling since 2010, rising to almost 19% in 2021.

“I wrote this song in the depths of postpartum depression. I wasn’t getting the care I needed and was struggling in so many ways,” says Rose. “Writing has always been my outlet—a way to process emotions and begin to heal—so this song became a place where I could finally say out loud everything I was feeling. Looking back, if I had known about an organization like Postpartum Care USA, which is dedicated to supporting mothers’ health after birth, I might not have felt so alone. I probably could have learned healthier, less overwhelming ways to cope. I truly believe in their mission and the compassionate way they walk alongside moms during this vulnerable time.”

PPCUSA CEO/Founder, Stacia Scott, MSN, FNP-BC, explains, “When I opened Postpartum Care USA three years ago, I didn’t truly realize how little maternal mental and physical care and education there was for moms. We as postpartum women aren’t talking to our spouses, we aren’t talking to our friends, and we aren’t demanding answers from our medical providers. This partnership is giving struggling moms a voice, it’s giving them permission to demand that people listen to us, because what we have to say is very real and very important.”

“Don’t Talk About It” is featured on Rose’s debut album, Welcome to Motherhood, which was released earlier this year and chronicles Rose’s personal journey as a young working mother, filled with the wonderful and challenging moments young parents face. Rose’s songs about her experiences as a young mother have resonated widely with thousands of moms who are following her on Instagram and TikTok, with “Welcome to Motherhood” gaining over 165k streams organically since its release and single “Mouths to Feed” gaining over 40k streams in the past two months.

Tucker Wetmore. Photo: Laura Moll

Wags & Walks hosted a benefit show Tuesday night (Oct. 7) at the Skydeck on Broadway. The celebratory evening with over 1,000 attendees recognized six years of Wags & Walks Nashville and 6,000 dogs saved.

Bellah Mae opened the evening with a mix of originals and covers, setting the tone for the night. Tiera Kennedy followed with a high-energy set that included “I’d Look Good In That Truck,” “Can’t Help My Country,” “Better Than Me” and “Shut It Down.”

Bellah Mae. Photo: Laura Moll

Ashland Craft brought songs from her new record, Dive Bar Beauty Queen, before Chris Lane took the stage for a set packed with hits, including fan-favorite “I Don’t Know About You.” American Authors kept the crowd energized with their anthem “Best Day of My Life.”

Closing out the evening, Tucker Wetmore delivered a crowd-pleasing performance featuring “Wine Into Whiskey,” “Break First,” “Casino,” “3, 2, 1,” his first No. 1 single at country radio, “Wind Up Missing You” and more. “This song needs no introduction,” Wetmore quipped before wrapping the night with “Brunette.”

Ashland Craft. Photo: Laura Moll

Between performances, Kate Pettersen, Morgan Huelsman, Lauren Lane, Dan and Abby Smyers and Jason Tartick each took the stage to share their support for the cause.

“The energy at this year’s Benefit Concert was pure magic,” shares Kathryn Hurley, Founder of Wags & Walks Nashville. “To see our community come together to celebrate rescue and raise lifesaving funds for dogs in need was incredibly special. We’re so grateful to our artists, sponsors, and community for helping us continue to make a difference.”

Chris Lane. Photo: Laura Moll

Photo: Laura Moll

Tiera Kennedy. Photo: Laura Moll

Tucker Wetmore. Photo: Laura Moll

Liz Rose & Trisha Yearwood. Photo: Tess Schoonhoven

Trisha Yearwood celebrated her new album The Mirror Wednesday night (Oct. 8) with an in-depth Q&A alongside songwriter Liz Rose at Anzie Blue in Nashville.

Hosted by FEMco’s Leslie Fram, the event offered an intimate look at The Mirror, the first album Yearwood has both co-written and co-produced herself. Yearwood was joined by many of her co-writers from the project at the special event, including Beth Bernard, Jim “Moose” Brown, Erin Enderlin, Matt Rossi, Bridgette Tatum, and Rachel Thibodeau, plus the album’s co-producer, Grammy-winner Chad Carlson.

Throughout the evening, Yearwood reflected on the creative process behind The Mirror, sharing that it is the most meaningful album of her storied career.

Pictured (L-R): Liz Rose, Trisha Yearwood and Leslie Fram.

Pictured (L-R): Jim “Moose” Brown, Rachel Thibodeau, Chad Carlson, Trisha Yearwood, Bridgette Tatum, Beth Bernard, Matt Rossi and Erin Enderlin.

ERNEST. Photo: Courtesy of Apple Music

Apple Music is launching the second season of its Lost & Found series, which makes previously unreleased tracks available to fans. The original demo tracks (“Lost”) are released first, followed by their newly recorded counterparts (“Found”).

Every month a new song will be released, starting with “End Of The Night,” written by Toby Keith, Bobby Pinson and David Lee Murphy. The demo is available now, and the new version was released today (Oct. 10), recorded by ERNEST.

Bobby Pinson and David Lee Murphy. Photo: Courtesy of Apple Music

“This was always one of my favorites, and it was ERNEST’s favorite too,” says Pinson. “He did a great job on it. When [Apple Music] asked me about this project and said ‘what do we have,’ it was like Christmas. It was like finding a dollar in your pocket.”

“The day we wrote it, we were laughing so hard, feeling like it was a hit,” adds Murphy.

“Hearing Toby on that demo specifically – and Bobby and David Lee Murphy are great songwriters – you hear a little bit of an older, weathered Toby Keith singing a song, just hanging out on the bus,” shares ERNEST. “It’s an honor and a duty as country singers to keep the spirit alive of those who went on before us. I think it is what makes country music great. We live in the greatest city for songwriting of all time, so there are an endless amount of songs. Every now and then, you get to pull a little diamond out of there and a little piece of history, and this is no exception. I’ll never be able to sing a Toby Keith song as good as Toby Keith can sing a Toby Keith song, but I’m gonna give it hell to sing it the best I can for sure.”

Lost and Found tracks can be found here.