After a decade of commercial success in Music City, artist Canaan Smith has ventured outside of mainstream country to share the struggles, lessons and purpose behind his work in his third studio album Chickahominy, released last Friday (Jan. 24).

“I needed to fail to learn what really matters,” shares Smith. “Looking back at my years in the mainstream country world, I felt lost and struggled with finding my purpose. I find the best version of myself and my music is when I let go of striving for success and exploring who I am as an artist and storyteller, and that journey is what this album is all about.”

Chickahominy hopes to turn the page on Smith’s previous market-driven works and bring listeners an artist who exudes honesty and fearlessness through his songwriting.

The project dives into themes of reckless youth with tracks “Chickahominy” and “18, Stoned & Stupid,” career challenges in “No Mercy” and fears as a new father in “Bad News.” Additionally, Smith embraces narrative-focused works in songs such as “Bread And Honey,” a warning against gambling addiction and “Green,” in which a church-going weed farmer is saved by a strike of lighting and luck at the 11th hour.

Produced by Anthony Olympia, all tracks on the album were co-written by Smith alongside songwriters such as Ben Stennis, Brett Beavers, Trent Tomlinson, Jamie Paulin, Drew Kennedy and more.

With Chickahominy, Smith delivers an album that aims to embody evolution, authenticity and freedom.

Chickahominy Track List:
1. “18, Stoned & Stupid” (Canaan Smith, Brett Beavers, Trent Tomlinson)
2. “Chickahominy” (Canaan Smith, Jamie Paulin)
3. “Ain’t Much To Write Home About” (Canaan Smith, Ben Stennis)
4. “Bread + Honey” (Canaan Smith, Autumn Buysse)
5. “No Mercy” (Canaan Smith, Drew Kennedy)
6. “Pay It Forward” (Canaan Smith, Chase McDaniel, Trent Wayne, Clara Park)
7. “Everyday Joe” (Canaan Smith, Mia Mantia, Park)
8. “Green” (Canaan Smith, Kennedy)
9. “Bad News” (Canaan Smith, Anthony Olympia, Brent Rupard)
10. “See You Again” (Canaan Smith, Chris Bandi)
11. “In Time With You” (Canaan Smith, Rob Williford, Schmitty, Spencer Coats)

Billy Currington is hitting the road on a 16-city tour with Kip Moore this summer. Special guests Marlon Funaki and Jade Eagleson will join on select dates.

The new tour kicks off June 27  in St. Augustine and will visit Los Angeles, Austin, Indianapolis, Raleigh, Boston and more before wrapping in Gilford New Hampshire on Sept. 20.

Tickets will be available for general on-sale beginning Jan. 31. Citi cardmembers will also have access to pre-sale tickets beginning today through Thursday (Jan. 30) through the Citi Entertainment program. Verizon will also offer an exclusive pre-sale through Verizon Access, just for being a customer. Verizon Access Pre-sale tickets for select shows will begin today through Thursday as well.

Moore is known for his blistering live shows in stadiums, arenas, and theaters around the globe, and is gearing up for the release of his new album Solitary Tracks, due Feb. 28. Currington, who has been making hits for nearly two decades, recently released new tracks “Everything Is Changing,” “City Don’t” and “Anchor Man.”

Billy Currington 2025 Tour With Kip Moore Dates:
Fri Jun 27 – St. Augustine FL – St. Augustine Amphitheatre !%^
Sat Jun 28 – Boca Raton FL – Mizner Park Amphitheater #%^
Wed Jul 10 – Airway Heights WA – BECU Live at Northern Quest !
Thu Jul 11 – Bend OR – Hayden Homes Amphitheater !
Fri Jul 18 – Los Angeles CA – Greek Theatre !
Sat Jul 19 – San Diego CA – Gallagher Square at Petco Park !
Fri Jul 25 – Roanoke VA – Elmwood Park Amphitheater !*
Sat Jul 26 – Doswell VA – Servpro Pavilion !*
Fri Aug 1 – Irving TX – The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory &
Sat Aug 2 – Austin TX – Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park &
Fri Sep 5 – Toledo OH – Toledo Zoo Amphitheatre &
Sat Sep 6 – Indianapolis IN – Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park &
Thu Sep 12 – Wilmington NC – Live Oak Bank Pavilion #
Fri Sep 13 – Raleigh NC – Red Hat Amphitheater #
Fri Sep 19 – Boston MA – MGM Music Hall at Fenway &
Sat Sep 20 – Gilford NH – BankNH Pavilion &

* Not A Live Nation Date
! – On Sale 1/31
# – On Sale 2/7
& – On Sale 2/14
% without Marlon Funaki
^ with Jade Eagleson

Kasey Tyndall will release her self-titled debut album on MNRK Music on Feb. 28.

In celebration of the new project, Tyndall dropped the high-octane lead single “Crystal Methodist” and partnered with CMT for the broadcast debut of the video on Paramount’s Times Square Billboard in New York City.

“‘Crystal Methodist’ is the story of a typical hometown where everyone has skeletons in the closet,” says Tyndall. “A place where nobody’s perfect, but it’s perfect just the way it is at the same time. It’s quickly becoming one of my favorites to play live because without fail, the stage comes alive every time my band and I perform it in front of an audience. Can’t wait for y’all to hear it and feel the energy!”

Kasey Tyndall is a collection of authentic tracks that introduce the different layers that make up who the singer-songwriter is today. “Crystal Methodist” highlights Tyndall’s southern roots in a playful yet relatable way, showcasing her twangy, powerhouse vocals and spunky personality. The rising star has already released a couple of tracks from the new project, including “Pulling Weeds,” which shows off her rocker edge and features witty lyrics that poke fun at life and luck, and “Not As I’ve Done,” a sweet serenade that serves as a blueprint on life for her daughter, Sterling, and introduces her role as mother and wife.

The singer-songwriter will host a Songwriter Session at the Country Music Hall of Fame on Feb. 15 where she’ll dive into the making of her debut album.

Kasey Tyndall Track List:
1. “Pulling Weeds” (Kasey Tyndall, McCall Chapin, Austin Taylor Smith)
2. “Crystal Methodist” (Kasey Tyndall, Carlton Anderson, Logan Wall)
3. “Men Like You” (Kasey Tyndall, Brandon Sammons, Aaron Gillespie)
4. “I Ain’t Askin’” (Kasey Tyndall, Matt Mulhare, Gary Garris, Nick Columbia)
5. “Karma” (Kasey Tyndall, Whitney Duncan, Lee Starr)
6. “Four Roses” (Kasey Tyndall, Wyatt Durrette, Brinley Addington)
7. “He Gave Me You” (Kasey Tyndall, Aaron Gillespie, Brandon Sammons)
8. “Not As I’ve Done” (Kasey Tyndall, Adam Wood, Justin Richards)
9. “Wrong Side of Rock & Roll” (Lauren Watkins, Joey Hyde, Emily Shackelton)
10. “Famous” (Kasey Tyndall, Danielle Blakey, Jason Nix)
11. “Middle Man” (Kasey Tyndall, Lainey Wilson)

The upcoming Canadian Boots & Hearts Festival, taking place Aug. 7-10 at Burl’s Creek Event Grounds in Oro-Medonte, has unveiled its full lineup.

Joining previously-announced headliner Bailey Zimmerman and direct support Tyler Hubbard on the Main Stage Friday (Aug. 8) are Austin Snell and Canadian rising talents Cameron Whitcomb and Sacha. Friday’s SiriusXM Front Porch stage will feature performances by Hannah McFarland, Mackenzie Carpenter, Zach McPhee, Allison Daniels and headliner Dylan Marlowe.

Canadian group High Valley and The Band Perry—reuniting on stage for the first time in five years—will join headliner Sam Hunt and direct support Chase Rice on the Main Stage Saturday (Aug. 9) along with CCMA Award-winning artist Hailey Benedict. Saturday’s SiriusXM Front Porch Stage will be headlined by Owen Riegling and will spotlight emerging talents including Noeline Hofmann, Kolby Cooper, Karli June and Kelsi Mayne.

Hardy joined by Koe Wetzel in his debut appearance at Boots and Hearts, will close out the festival on Sunday (Aug. 10), alongside rock group Daughtry, CCMA Award-winning artist Meghan Patrick and rock country duo Lakeview on the Main Stage. That same day, the SiriusXM Front Porch Stage will feature Canadian rock group Default, Andrew Hyatt and Jessie T, with rising country star Stephen Wilson Jr. headlining the stage.

“Hardy, Sam Hunt and Bailey Zimmerman first took the Boots and Hearts stage early in their careers and have since grown into global headliners,” co-founder Eva Dunford notes. “Along with our established headline artists, our festival continues to be a rite of passage for future music legends and we can’t wait to see this year’s new talent—they’re destined to be some of the world’s next biggest stars!”

The festival kicks off Thursday night (Aug. 7), with the annual Kick Off Party headlined by Justin Moore. Joining him are JUNO Award and CCMA Award-nominated singer-songwriter Tyler Joe Miller and 2024 Emerging Artist Showcase winner Sarah Vanderzon, who are set to open the evening.

Single day tickets in addition to full weekend tickets and tent and RV camping passes are available at bootsandhearts.com.