Michael Tyler wins SESAC 2025 Songwriter of the Year. Photo: Katie Kauss
SESAC kicked off 2025 CMA Awards week in Nashville last night (Nov. 16) with its annual SESAC Nashville Awards. Held at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, the star-studded event honored the songwriters and publishers behind this year’s most-performed country and Americana songs. More than 500 songwriters, publishers and industry professionals attended the celebration, which was sponsored in part by Hatef Aesthetics.
Guests enjoyed charcuterie snacks, sliders, a salad station, the yearly favorite mac & cheese bar, and passed appetizers while socializing during cocktail hour. When the program began, SESAC’s Scott Jungmichel and Sam Kling welcomed attendees before introducing affiliate Stephen Wilson Jr. to open the evening’s performances.
Stephen Wilson Jr. performs onstage for the 2025 SESAC Nashville Music Awards. Photo: Jason Davis/Getty Images for SESAC
Wilson Jr. captivated the room with a performance of his brand-new single, “Gary,” quickly drawing focus from the socializing crowd with his grunge-country stylings.
SVP, Head of Nashville Creative, Shannan Hatch then took the stage to host the evening alongside Senior Directors of Creative Services, ET Brown and Lydia Cahill. They first recognized Americana stalwarts Mumford & Sons, Hayes Carll, Rachael Price (Lake Street Dive), Margo Price and Jeremy Ivey, followed by affiliates Steve Bogard and Jim Lauderdale, who were inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame earlier this fall. Singer-songwriter Emily Ann Roberts paid tribute with performances of Bogard’s “Carried Away” and Lauderdale’s “Hole in My Head.”
Then came the country awards. Among the many SESAC songwriters behind this year’s top-performed country hits, several received special presentations.
Kelsea Ballerini was on hand to present her longtime collaborator Alysa Vanderheym with her award for “Baggage.” Megan Moroney took the stage next to perform her latest release, “Beautiful Things,” building excitement for her upcoming third studio album, Cloud 9, due in February.
Megan Moroney and Jessie Jo Dillon onstage for the 2025 SESAC Nashville Music Awards. Photo: Terry Wyatt/Getty Images for SESAC
Frequent co-writer Jessie Jo Dillon surprised Moroney by presenting her with SESAC’s Song of the Year award for her No. 1 hit “Am I Okay?” An emotional Moroney accepted the honor, sharing, “Songwriting is so therapeutic. I wouldn’t get through life and situations without it… thank you SESAC, my amazing team and country music.”
Warner Chappell Music earned the title of Publisher of the Year after taking home multiple awards throughout the night. The team joined SESAC executives onstage for a celebratory photo.
Michael Tyler was named SESAC’s Songwriter of the Year on the strength of hits including “Cowboy Songs” (recorded by George Birge), “Holy Smokes” (recorded by Bailey Zimmerman) and “This Heart” (recorded by Corey Kent). To mark the achievement, Gibson created a custom guitar and Jostens provided a one-of-a-kind ring.
Tyler was surprised with a video montage featuring his family as well as congratulatory messages from Birge and Kent. When he took the stage, he was stunned again to see his family in the audience—a surprise coordinated by SESAC. He grew emotional as he thanked Jesus, his family, and his team for their support.
See the full list of honorees below.
“AM I OKAY?”
Written by: Megan Moroney
Published by: Megan Moroney
Recorded by: Megan Moroney
“BOYS BACK HOME”
Written by: Joe Fox
Published by: Real Bad Songs, Liz Rose Music, Warner Chappell Music
Recorded by: Dylan Marlowe and Dylan Scott
“COWBOY SONGS”
Written by: Lalo Guzman, Matt McGinn, Michael Tyler
Published by: MT Room, Boom Town Songs, Young Guns Tunes, SMACKWORKS Music, Warner Chappell Music, Melodies of CTM Outlander, Cinq Songs
Recorded by: George Birge
“I AM NOT OKAY”
Written by: Casey Brown
Published by: Track & Feels, Tape Room Tunes, Warner Chappell Music
Recorded by: Jelly Roll
“HOLY SMOKES”
Written by: Michael Tyler
Published by: MT Room, Young Gunes Tunes, Melodies of CTM Outlander
Recorded by: Bailey Zimmerman
“RELAPSE”
Written by: Justin Ebach
Published by: El Chapo Music
Recorded by: Warren Zeiders
“SINGLE AGAIN”
Written by: Joe Fox
Published by: Real Bad Songs, Liz Rose Music, Warner Chappell Music
Recorded by: Josh Ross
“TEXAS”
Written by: Lalo Guzman
Published by: SMACKWORKS Music
Recorded by: Blake Shelton
“THIS HEART”
Written by: Blake Bollinger, Michael Tyler
Published by: MT Room, I Like Big Cuts Publishing, Young Guns Tunes, Melodies of CTM Outlander, Combuster Bluth
Recorded by: Corey Kent
“TRUCK ON FIRE”
Written by: Justin Ebach
Published by: Phat Racoon, Universal Tunes
Recorded by: Carly Pearce
“WIND UP MISSIN’ YOU”
Written by: Chris LaCorte
Published by: Card Tables Music, Concord Tunes, Hang Your Hat Hits
Recorded by: Tucker Wetmore
“BAGGAGE”
Written by: Alysa Vanderheym
Published by: Vandeezy Songs, Warner Chappell Music, Songs of Rhythm House Black
Recorded by: Kelsea Ballerini
“BREAK IT RIGHT BACK”
Written by: Rob Hatch, Megan Moroney
Published by: Shannanigans Publishing, Georgiamo, Eclipse Three Music
Recorded by: Megan Moroney
“HAPPEN TO ME”
Written by: Chris LaCorte
Published by: Card Tables Music, Concord Tunes, Hang Your Hat Hits
Recorded by: Russell Dickerson
“CAROLINE”
Written by: Marcus Mumford, Ted Dwane, Ben Lovett
Published by: Universal Polygram International Tunes Inc
Recorded by: Mumford & Sons
“RUSHMERE”
Written by: Marcus Mumford, Ted Dwane, Ben Lovett
Published by: Universal Polygram International Tunes Inc
Recorded by: Mumford & Sons
“PROGRESS OF MAN (BITCOIN & CATTLE)”
Written by: Hayes Carll
Published by: Highway 87 Publishing
Recorded by: Hayes Carll
“ANY OTHER WAY”
Written by: Hayes Carll
Published by: Highway 87 Publishing
Recorded by: Hayes & The Heathens
“DANCE WITH A STRANGER”
Written by: Rachael Price
Published by: 17 Lake Street Music, Warner Chappell Music
Recorded by: Lake Street Dive
“DON’T LET THE BASTARDS GET YOU DOWN”
Written by: Margo Price, Jeremy Ivey
Published by: Peach Pit, Fisheye, Good Songs We Love, RMM 416 Publishing
Recorded by: Margo Price
Red Bull Jukebox Hosts 2nd Annual Nashville Event
/by Madison HahnenTreaty Oak Revival at Red Bull Jukebox. Photo: Nick Tavares/Red Bull Content Pool
Red Bull Jukebox returned to Nashville on Saturday night (Nov. 15) at The Pinnacle for its second annual event. The event included a live voting feature that let attendees pick part of the setlist in real time. Ward Guenther of Whiskey Jam and Morgan Huelsman of iHeartRadio served as the evening’s hosts, and Miles McPherson and the Red Bull Jukebox House Band backed each performer.
Carter Faith kicked off the evening with recently released “Bar Star,” before “Crying Over U,” featuring a surprise appearance from Medium Build. Faith then closed out her set with “Grudge” and “Sex, Drugs, & Country Music.” Kashus Culpepper then graced the stage with “Pour Me Out” and “Man Of His Word,” before a cover of “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” with special guest Maggie Rose. He closed out his set with “Out of My Mind” performed with a drumline representing Alabama HBCU Talladega College.
Crowd at Red Bull Jukebox. Photo: Matty Vogel/Red Bull Content Pool
Ashley Cooke was up next with “the hell you are,” “it’s been a year,” and a cover of Avril Lavigne’s “Complicated.” Colbie Caillat and DJ MOONLGHT both joined Cooke during her set. Treaty Oak Revival then rocked the venue with “Missed Call” and blink-182’s “All The Small Things.” The band ended the night with “Super Boomtown,” bringing out Kimberly Perry, Faith, Gideon and Josee Klein during the set.
The second annual Red Bull Jukebox competition also crowned its winner during the event. Attendees voted for Jackson Cannon to take home this year’s title with his original tune “Never Been To Heaven.”
Dolly Parton Teams With Tennessean Travel Stop To Re-Brand Locations
/by Lorie HollabaughGregory H. Sachs, Chairman/CEO Sachs Capital Group & Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stops; Dolly Parton; and Danny Nozell, Founder/CEO CTK Enterprises & Parton’s Manager
Dolly Parton has partnered with the Tennessean Travel Stop team to rebrand and revitalize its flagship Cornersville, Tennessee location by early Summer 2026 as Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stop.
The first rebranded location will serve as the flagship for future sites planned under the Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stops banner, with additional locations across Tennessee and beyond to be announced in 2026.
“I have spent the bulk of my life on the road, and more specifically on a bus,” states Parton. “All the years spent visiting greasy spoon cafes, truck stops, and roadside pit stops have given me an understanding of what traveler’s desire on the road. Whether you are driving a truck, a bus, or a car, you want a place that feels like home and recharges you for the rest of your journey. I believe we will fill a void out there on the highways, all while bringing the heart and soul of Tennessee.”
“The Tennessean has long been a ‘home away from home’ for truck drivers, travelers, and locals alike. Our roots in this community run deep—we’ve created jobs, built connection, and welcomed generations of people through our doors,” says Gregory H. Sachs, Chairman/CEO of the Tennessean Travel Stop and Sachs Capital Group. “This new partnership allows us to carry that legacy forward in a way that celebrates everything special about Tennessee. Together with Dolly and her team, we’re reimagining what a travel stop can be—transforming it into a warm, inviting destination where everyone feels welcome to slow down, kick up their feet, and stay awhile.”
The flagship location, which will remain open under renovation, will introduce an evolved travel experience that integrates modern amenities, curated dining and regional retail with the approachable comfort travelers expect from both brands. Further announcements regarding opening timelines, design partners and expansion markets are expected in the coming months.
Josh Miller Enters Top 10 On MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart
/by Madison HahnenJosh Miller
Josh Miller has moved into the top 10 on the MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart. Morgan Wallen‘s “20 Cigarettes” and Tucker Wetmore’s “3, 2, 1” push the songwriter to No. 10 this week.
Riley Green remains at No. 1 for the sixth consecutive week with his solo-penned Ella Langley duet “Don’t Mind If I Do.” Blake Pendergrass remains at No. 2 with “20 Cigarettes,” “Ain’t A Bad Life,” “Heart Of Stone,” “I Got Better,” “Just In Case” and “Wish You Well.”
Charlie Handsome (No. 3), Chase McGill (No. 4) and Wallen (No. 5) round out this week’s top five.
The weekly MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart uses algorithms based upon song activity according to airplay, digital download track sales and streams. This unique and exclusive addition to the MusicRow portfolio is the only songwriter chart of its kind.
Click here to view the full MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart.
Hudson Westbrook Announces New EP ‘Exclusive’
/by Lorie HollabaughHudson Westbrook. Photo: Ian Noh
Hudson Westbrook is kicking off the New Year with the release of his new EP, Exclusive, on Jan. 23.
The fast-rising Texas star has offered fans a taste of the new EP with “If He Wanted To,” out now. Penned by Westbrook, Lukas Scott, Beau Bailey and Neil Medley, “If He Wanted To” will be featured on Exclusive alongside recently released fan favorite “Pretty Privilege” and never before heard tracks like “Exclusive,” “LMWYL” and “Lovin’ On Me.”
Westbrook’s top 15-and-rising debut single “House Again” continues to soar at country radio, earning over 900 million global career streams in under 18 months. On Nov. 1, Westbrook returned home to headline a benefit in Stephenville, Texas, raising over $100,000 for the Erath County Junior Livestock Association. Before the event, he was surprised by River House Artists / Warner Music Nashville staff alongside his co-writers, with two plaques, a Gold certification for breakout smash “5 To 9,” and a Platinum plaque for his debut single “House Again.”
Westbrook is currently headlining his “Texas Forever Fall Tour” nationwide, and was recently announced as an opener on Morgan Wallen’s 2026 “Still The Problem Tour.”
Exclusive Track List:
1. “Exclusive” (Hudson Westbrook, Neil Medley, Lukas Scott, Ryan Beaver)
2. “LMWYL” (Hudson Westbrook, Neil Medley, Jesse Frasure)
3. “Lovin’ On Me” (Hudson Westbrook, Neil Medley, Beau Bailey, Lukas Scott)
4. “If He Wanted To” (Hudson Westbrook, Reid Haughton, Dan Alley, Ryan Beaver)
5. “Pretty Privilege” (Hudson Westbrook, Lukas Scott, Beau Bailey)
Graham Barham Sells Out Nashville Headline Show At Basement East
/by Lauryn SinkPhoto: Josh Erb
Graham Barham brought his headline “OIL MONEY TOUR” to Nashville’s Basement East on Saturday night (Nov. 15).
Barham was surprised on stage by his parents with a RIAA Gold certification for his single “WHISKEY WHISKEY.”
“I believe in myself, and I appreciate you all for believing in me too,” Barham shared with the room. “Let me tell you something, there were people in this town who told me it would never work. And here I am playing a sold-out show in Nashville tonight. I hope in your life you get to come in contact with people who have believed in me the way my family, my team, and all of you have.”
He surprised the crowd with Tyler Hubbard for their duet “WHISKEY RAIN.”
The tour will continue Nov. 20 in Indianapolis, Indiana and runs through January 2026.
Graham Barham & Tyler Hubbard. Photo: Josh Erb
Pictured (L-R): Disruptor Records’ Sam Lockhart, Sony Music Nashville’s Ken Robold, Berry Barham, Graham Barham, Camille Barham, The PRNT Co.’s Dillon Goldberg. Photo: Josh Erb
Photo: Josh Erb
Lainey Wilson, Zach Top Among Country Thunder Arizona 2026 Headliners
/by Lorie HollabaughLainey Wilson, Zach Top, Brooks & Dunn and Gavin Adcock are set to headline next year’s Country Thunder Arizona 2026, taking place April 9-12 in Florence, Arizona.
The festival weekend’s 30th year at Canyon Moon Ranch will also feature performances from Waylon Wyatt, Ian Munsick, Lonestar, Scotty McCreery, Jackson Dean, George Birge, Dasha, Billy Dean & Collin Raye, Lanie Gardner, Austin Snell, Lauren Watkins, Annie Bosko, The Wilder Blue and many more. Fans can lock in tickets for just $20 down with monthly payments leading up to the show, and tickets and premium packages are available here.
Festival-goers will once again enjoy rides, carnival games, and food and beverage options, in addition to elements of the experience inspired by Country Thunder CEO and President Troy Vollhoffer’s childhood awe and wonder of the Circus. The Country Thunder Arizona grounds host a myriad of other vendors, including new ink and custom hat trimming. The Copperhead Stage spotlights rising artists, while the Songwriter Showcase introduces the writers behind the Main Stage’s biggest smashes. Line dancing competitions and dance parties will also keep campers moving in the Electric Thunder attraction well into the night.
The lineups for Country Thunder Wisconsin, Country Thunder Florida, Country Thunder Saskatchewan, and Country Thunder Alberta will also be announced in the near future.
Max McNown Releases Surprise EP ‘Both Sides Of The Blade’
/by Lauryn SinkMax McNown surprise-released a five-song EP titled Both Sides of the Blade via Fugitive Recordings on Friday (Nov. 14).
The acoustic project, which he originally teased to fans as a single, explores the push and pull of love, loss and growing up.
“Both Sides of the Blade begins with a cold conversation over coffee in the morning between a couple who’s lost their spark. The song follows a romance gone numb, and its desperate desire to feel something… anything… once again,” he shares.
McNown will embark on his “The Cost of Growing Up Tour” in March, which includes two sold-out nights at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium.
Both Sides of the Blade Track List:
DISC 1
1. Both Sides of the Blade
2. Dream Run Dry
3. 97
4. Window In The Wall
5. From Me To You
DISC 2
1. Fishing Line
2. Willfully Blind
3. Snowman
4. MacBeth
5. Running On Empty
SESAC Celebrates Songwriters & Publishers At 2025 Nashville Music Awards
/by LB CantrellMichael Tyler wins SESAC 2025 Songwriter of the Year. Photo: Katie Kauss
SESAC kicked off 2025 CMA Awards week in Nashville last night (Nov. 16) with its annual SESAC Nashville Awards. Held at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, the star-studded event honored the songwriters and publishers behind this year’s most-performed country and Americana songs. More than 500 songwriters, publishers and industry professionals attended the celebration, which was sponsored in part by Hatef Aesthetics.
Guests enjoyed charcuterie snacks, sliders, a salad station, the yearly favorite mac & cheese bar, and passed appetizers while socializing during cocktail hour. When the program began, SESAC’s Scott Jungmichel and Sam Kling welcomed attendees before introducing affiliate Stephen Wilson Jr. to open the evening’s performances.
Stephen Wilson Jr. performs onstage for the 2025 SESAC Nashville Music Awards. Photo: Jason Davis/Getty Images for SESAC
Wilson Jr. captivated the room with a performance of his brand-new single, “Gary,” quickly drawing focus from the socializing crowd with his grunge-country stylings.
SVP, Head of Nashville Creative, Shannan Hatch then took the stage to host the evening alongside Senior Directors of Creative Services, ET Brown and Lydia Cahill. They first recognized Americana stalwarts Mumford & Sons, Hayes Carll, Rachael Price (Lake Street Dive), Margo Price and Jeremy Ivey, followed by affiliates Steve Bogard and Jim Lauderdale, who were inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame earlier this fall. Singer-songwriter Emily Ann Roberts paid tribute with performances of Bogard’s “Carried Away” and Lauderdale’s “Hole in My Head.”
Then came the country awards. Among the many SESAC songwriters behind this year’s top-performed country hits, several received special presentations.
Kelsea Ballerini was on hand to present her longtime collaborator Alysa Vanderheym with her award for “Baggage.” Megan Moroney took the stage next to perform her latest release, “Beautiful Things,” building excitement for her upcoming third studio album, Cloud 9, due in February.
Megan Moroney and Jessie Jo Dillon onstage for the 2025 SESAC Nashville Music Awards. Photo: Terry Wyatt/Getty Images for SESAC
Frequent co-writer Jessie Jo Dillon surprised Moroney by presenting her with SESAC’s Song of the Year award for her No. 1 hit “Am I Okay?” An emotional Moroney accepted the honor, sharing, “Songwriting is so therapeutic. I wouldn’t get through life and situations without it… thank you SESAC, my amazing team and country music.”
Warner Chappell Music earned the title of Publisher of the Year after taking home multiple awards throughout the night. The team joined SESAC executives onstage for a celebratory photo.
Michael Tyler was named SESAC’s Songwriter of the Year on the strength of hits including “Cowboy Songs” (recorded by George Birge), “Holy Smokes” (recorded by Bailey Zimmerman) and “This Heart” (recorded by Corey Kent). To mark the achievement, Gibson created a custom guitar and Jostens provided a one-of-a-kind ring.
Tyler was surprised with a video montage featuring his family as well as congratulatory messages from Birge and Kent. When he took the stage, he was stunned again to see his family in the audience—a surprise coordinated by SESAC. He grew emotional as he thanked Jesus, his family, and his team for their support.
See the full list of honorees below.
“AM I OKAY?”
Written by: Megan Moroney
Published by: Megan Moroney
Recorded by: Megan Moroney
“BOYS BACK HOME”
Written by: Joe Fox
Published by: Real Bad Songs, Liz Rose Music, Warner Chappell Music
Recorded by: Dylan Marlowe and Dylan Scott
“COWBOY SONGS”
Written by: Lalo Guzman, Matt McGinn, Michael Tyler
Published by: MT Room, Boom Town Songs, Young Guns Tunes, SMACKWORKS Music, Warner Chappell Music, Melodies of CTM Outlander, Cinq Songs
Recorded by: George Birge
“I AM NOT OKAY”
Written by: Casey Brown
Published by: Track & Feels, Tape Room Tunes, Warner Chappell Music
Recorded by: Jelly Roll
“HOLY SMOKES”
Written by: Michael Tyler
Published by: MT Room, Young Gunes Tunes, Melodies of CTM Outlander
Recorded by: Bailey Zimmerman
“RELAPSE”
Written by: Justin Ebach
Published by: El Chapo Music
Recorded by: Warren Zeiders
“SINGLE AGAIN”
Written by: Joe Fox
Published by: Real Bad Songs, Liz Rose Music, Warner Chappell Music
Recorded by: Josh Ross
“TEXAS”
Written by: Lalo Guzman
Published by: SMACKWORKS Music
Recorded by: Blake Shelton
“THIS HEART”
Written by: Blake Bollinger, Michael Tyler
Published by: MT Room, I Like Big Cuts Publishing, Young Guns Tunes, Melodies of CTM Outlander, Combuster Bluth
Recorded by: Corey Kent
“TRUCK ON FIRE”
Written by: Justin Ebach
Published by: Phat Racoon, Universal Tunes
Recorded by: Carly Pearce
“WIND UP MISSIN’ YOU”
Written by: Chris LaCorte
Published by: Card Tables Music, Concord Tunes, Hang Your Hat Hits
Recorded by: Tucker Wetmore
“BAGGAGE”
Written by: Alysa Vanderheym
Published by: Vandeezy Songs, Warner Chappell Music, Songs of Rhythm House Black
Recorded by: Kelsea Ballerini
“BREAK IT RIGHT BACK”
Written by: Rob Hatch, Megan Moroney
Published by: Shannanigans Publishing, Georgiamo, Eclipse Three Music
Recorded by: Megan Moroney
“HAPPEN TO ME”
Written by: Chris LaCorte
Published by: Card Tables Music, Concord Tunes, Hang Your Hat Hits
Recorded by: Russell Dickerson
“CAROLINE”
Written by: Marcus Mumford, Ted Dwane, Ben Lovett
Published by: Universal Polygram International Tunes Inc
Recorded by: Mumford & Sons
“RUSHMERE”
Written by: Marcus Mumford, Ted Dwane, Ben Lovett
Published by: Universal Polygram International Tunes Inc
Recorded by: Mumford & Sons
“PROGRESS OF MAN (BITCOIN & CATTLE)”
Written by: Hayes Carll
Published by: Highway 87 Publishing
Recorded by: Hayes Carll
“ANY OTHER WAY”
Written by: Hayes Carll
Published by: Highway 87 Publishing
Recorded by: Hayes & The Heathens
“DANCE WITH A STRANGER”
Written by: Rachael Price
Published by: 17 Lake Street Music, Warner Chappell Music
Recorded by: Lake Street Dive
“DON’T LET THE BASTARDS GET YOU DOWN”
Written by: Margo Price, Jeremy Ivey
Published by: Peach Pit, Fisheye, Good Songs We Love, RMM 416 Publishing
Recorded by: Margo Price
The Chicks & Rascal Flatts To Headline Boots And Hearts 2026
/by Lauryn SinkBoots And Hearts.
The Canadian country music festival Boots and Hearts will return to Burl’s Creek Event Grounds in Oro-Medonte next August 7–9 with The Chicks and Rascal Flatts set to headline.
Tucker Wetmore, Jessie Murph, Sam Barber, Dasha, Max McNown, Waylon Wyatt, The Jack Wharff Band, Kaitlin Butts, Ashley Cooke, Emily Ann Roberts, Brett Kissel, James Barker Band, Thelma & James, Russell Dickerson and many more will also perform across various stages throughout the festival.
“The Chicks said it best, ‘I’ve sure been down this road before,’ but there’s nothing like the road to Boots. This festival and team have always been dedicated to creating world-class experiences that bring people together, and our new three-day format is the exciting next step in that journey,” shares festival co-founder Eva Dunford. “It’s everything fans love about Boots, only better and more accessible than ever. Every aspect of our festival has been elevated to celebrate the spirit, community and connection that make Boots and Hearts the most unforgettable weekend of the summer.”
The festival is introducing Daisy Duke’s Deck VIP+ at the Main Stage and the Front Porch VIP area, two new VIP ticket options, this year. General ticket sales begin on Friday (Nov. 21).
Muscadine Bloodline Relive Some Mississippi Memories On New Album ‘Longleaf Lo-fi’
/by Lorie HollabaughMuscadine Bloodline
Muscadine Bloodline has released a new album Longleaf Lo-fi, via Stancaster Music/Thirty Tigers.
Members Charlie Muncaster and Gary Stanton surprise-announced the album earlier this month without any details, giving fans the option to purchase a limited-edition vinyl of the new album before it hit streaming. Within 24 hours, all 3,000 copies were completely sold out.
“Longleaf Lo-fi is the most laid-back and real record we’ve ever made. It feels like sitting by a fire on a cool Mississippi night,” explains Muscadine Bloodline. “Every song comes from somewhere on Highway 59 between Meridian and Poplarville, shaped by the towns, the memories, and people along the way. We’re from Alabama, but we spent a lot of our adult years and made some of our best memories in Mississippi, and both of our wives are from there too. So these songs didn’t feel like stories we made up. They felt like memories we already had.
“We left town for a while and recorded the whole album in a cabin on a quail farm in Poplarville. No rush, no fancy studio. Just us, some guitars and time to let the music happen. It’s simple, acoustic led, and we kept it that way on purpose. Longleaf Lo-fi isn’t about being polished. It’s about being present.”
In honor of Veterans Day last week, they released a video for “Peter From Picayune,” a heartfelt portrait of bravery and sacrifice. “Peter From Picayune” follows the release of “My Meridian” which was released last month and also appears on the new album.
Longleaf Lo-fi Track List:
1) “Goose Chase”
2) “Silence”
3) “My Meridian”
4) “Maybe I’ll Say It” (feat. Tenille Townes)
5) “Arsonist”
6) “Right Place, Right Time”
7) “Grace”
8) “Peter From Picayune”
9) “Clairvoyant”
10) “59”
11) “You Will Be Loved”