Sheryl Crow will release her latest album Pick You Up on Oct. 9 via Old Green Barn Productions LLC. Along with the announcement, Crow has also released the first single from the album, “Freedom Bus” featuring Jesse Welles.

“I do not take freedom lightly because our freedom has been paid for in the lives of others throughout history and that is something I wish we could all remember when we are interacting with each other,” says Crow of “Freedom Bus.” “Our dialogue and ability to disagree must reflect what has been paid for in the blood, sweat, and tears of those who fought for every man and woman to be created equal and to enjoy the rights that our constitution has allowed each of us.”

“Freedom Bus” lays the foundation for Pick You Up, reflecting on our freedoms and pondering how we can connect peacefully and thrive despite our differences and the political challenges we are up against. It encourages thoughtful use of those freedoms, reminding us that our words should build understanding rather than become weapons. Featuring seven new songs, the album was written by Crow and long-time collaborator Jeff Trott, and explores themes of hope and unity.

“Each of these songs are a commentary on being human and wanting connection,” Crow says. “There is a lot of chaos all around us and I definitely find myself feeling alone. My wish is that whoever hears these songs feels the hope I feel when I sing them! I hope these songs feel like a soothing moisturizer on our chapped hearts. We are all going through so much in our humanity right now that being awake can feel like trudging through a burning desert. But we are never alone. And there is beauty everywhere. We just have to keep our eyes open.”

The Pick You Up album artwork features “The Elephant Who Forgot The Ocean” by acclaimed artist Tyson Grumm. A longtime collector of Grumm’s work, Crow first discovered his paintings nearly 20 years ago and has long been drawn to their sense of wonder, playfulness and underlying melancholy. When she recently saw “The Elephant Who Forgot The Ocean” at an auction, she knew it was the image she wanted for Pick You Up. She reached out to Grumm, who agreed to let her use the piece as the album artwork, and she ultimately purchased the original, which now hangs in her home.

Crow will perform on Good Morning America on August 28 to celebrate the album announcement.

Luke Combs. Photo: Robby Klein

Luke Combs has extended his “My Kinda Saturday Night Tour” into 2027. The in-the-round shows will feature special guests Treaty Oak Revival, Avery Anna, Shenandoah and Wyatt McCubbin.

The new run of shows will kick off on April 3 in Texas before making stops in Michigan, Massachusetts, Idaho, California and more. Tickets will be available for pre-sale starting Aug. 19 with general on-sale following Aug. 21.

The new dates follow Combs’ massive 2026 run, which sold 1,371,329 tickets and included sold-out, record-breaking shows at London’s Wembley Stadium, Ireland’s Slane Castle, Paris’ Accor Arena, Amsterdam’s Johan Cruijff Arena and Sweden’s Ullevi Stadium, among others. The tour also featured Combs’ biggest headline show to date, where he performed to over 90,000 fans at Columbus’ Ohio Stadium, and a presentation of three Guinness World Records.

Combs released his latest album, The Way I Am, on March 20 via Sony Music Nashville. The Grand Ole Opry member and 11-time CMA, four-time ACM and six-time Billboard Music Award winner was the first country artist to have two songs earn one billion streams on Spotify and the first with four singles certified RIAA Diamond.

“MY KINDA SATURDAY NIGHT TOUR 2027”
April 3—Arlington, TX—AT&T Stadium*
April 10—Minneapolis, MN—U.S. Bank Stadium*
April 17—Detroit, MI—Ford Field*
April 24—Philadelphia, PA—Lincoln Financial Field*
May 1—Foxborough, MA—Gillette Stadium*
May 8—Pittsburgh, PA—Acrisure Stadium*
May 15—Kansas City, MO—Arrowhead Stadium*
May 29—Edmonton, AB—Commonwealth Stadium*
June 5—Vancouver, BC—BC Place*
June 12—Boise, ID—Albertsons Stadium*
June 19—Denver, CO—Empower Field at Mile High*
June 26—San Diego, CA—Petco Park*
*with special guests Treaty Oak Revival, Avery Anna, Shenandoah and Wyatt McCubbin

Dottie Oelhafen.

Dottie Oelhafen has launched The Artist Desk, a professional fan mail management company designed to help artists maintain meaningful connections with their fans while eliminating the administrative backend that often accompanies managing correspondence.

Services include establishing and managing a dedicated fan mail P.O. Box, receiving and organizing incoming correspondence, coordinating autograph sessions, processing photo and memorabilia requests, managing charity and auction inquiries and professionally packaging and returning signed items to fans.

“I started The Artist Desk because I believe those connections deserve the same care and attention that artists put into their music,” says Oelhafen. “Behind every letter, package or request is a fan who has invested their time, loyalty and heart. My goal is to help artists nurture those relationships by providing trusted, professional support that ensures every fan feels valued while allowing artists to focus on creating and performing.”

Oelhafen spent 40 years working behind the scenes alongside manager Erv Woolsey with Country Music Hall of Famer George Strait. She is a SOURCE Hall of Fame member.

Oelhafen can be reached here.

The Academy of Country Music has revealed Flatland Cavalry, Logan Ledger, Sheryl Crow and Zach John King have been added as performers at this year’s upcoming 19th ACM Honors Aug. 19 at The Pinnacle in Nashville.

Co-hosted by Carly Pearce and Parker McCollum, this years’s show will include Carter Faith paying tribute to Kacey Musgraves with a performance of “Merry Go ’Round,” Musgraves’ breakthrough hit that helped introduce her distinctive voice and perspective to country music.  Crow will celebrate Eric Church with a performance of “Drink in My Hand,” honoring his distinctive artistry and the lasting impact of one of his fan-favorite hits. Dierks Bentley will also appear to honor his longtime friend Brett James with a performance of “I Hold On,” celebrating the enduring impact of the song and James’ contribution to the genre.

The evening will spotlight previously announced special honorees Bill Anderson, Brett James, C2C: Country to Country, The Carter Family, Dolly Parton, Eric Church, Kacey Musgraves, Paramount + Hit Television Series Landman, Leslie Fram, Mike Curb and Scott Zolke. Previously announced ACM Artist-Songwriter of the Year winner Ella Langley, ACM Songwriter of the Year winner Jessie Jo Dillon, and the previously announced ACM Studio Recording Award and Industry Award winners will also be recognized.

Previously announced performers set to take the stage to honor this year’s honorees include Avery Anna, Big Kenny, Pearce, Faith, Bentley, Dylan Scott, Gabriella Rose, Gavin Adcock, Kaitlin Butts, Mark Collie, Margo Price, Megan Moroney, McCollum and Trisha Yearwood. Brenda Lee will appear as a special guest and Zach John King will present the ACM Studio Recording and Industry Awards portion of ACM Honors.

Tickets are available now through AXS.