Pictured (top row): Morgan Wallen & Kacey Musgraves. (bottom row): Carly Pearce, Dan Tyminski & Molly Tuttle.
This is a week of stunningly good new country sounds.
There is so much quality music in this stack that DISClaimer is issuing best-of honors in categories. The Male artist Disc of the Day is earned by Morgan Wallen. Give Kacey Musgraves the Female prize. The Group-performed Disc of the Day is the heavenly harmonized trio single by Carly Pearce, Dan Tyminski and Molly Tuttle.
The DISCovery Award goes to Mr. Wyatt McCubbin. Happy listening.
WYATT McCUBBIN / “Andy Griffith”
Writers: Ben Hayslip/Conner Smith/Rhett Akins/Wyatt McCubbin; Producer: Dave Cobb; Label: Lucille Records
– Simply and beautifully eloquent. The acoustic instrumental bed sets a captivating mood, while the lyric paints a picture of country innocence. Lucille is producer Dave Cobb’s label, and McCubbin is an established Music Row tunesmith. It turns out that he is a gently charismatic singer as well. I love this record.
KACEY MUSGRAVES / “Mexico Honey”
Writers: Kacey Musgraves/Luke Laird/Steph Jones; Producers: Daniel Tashian, Ian Fitchuk, Kacey Musgraves, Luke Laird; Label: Lost Highway
– Sultry and sensual. A warm, languid groove caresses her dream-like vocal performance. Sexy and summer-y.
ELIZABETH COOK / “Girls of Atomic City”
Writer: Elizabeth Cook; Producer: Shooter Jennings; Label: Agent Love Records
– This snappy country rocker salutes the war-era female factory workers who experienced financial independence and social freedoms their mothers couldn’t have. As always, Cook delivers the goods vocally. She is currently starring in the film The Easy Kind, a fictionalized version of her life story.
MORGAN WALLEN / “Been By Now”
Writers: Blake Pendergrass/Charlie Handsome/John Byron/Morgan Wallen/Rocky Block/Taylor Phillips; Producer: Joey Moi; Label: Big Loud/Mercury Records
– Commendable work in every way. The poetic lyric finds new angles to heartache. Wallen’s performance is electrifying, stretching his upper vocal range to new heights of intensity. A winner, for sure.
WAYLON PAYNE / “Weed By the Wall”
Writer: Waylon Payne; Producers: Eric Masse, Frank Liddell; Label: Big Loud Texas
– Evocative, reflective, and enthralling. A series of poetic images float through the echoey accompaniment, ending with the nakedly honest, “I’m a songwriter.” Drawn from Payne’s excellent new album, Wayward.
LAUREN ALAINA & KANE BROWN / “Never Been In Love”
Writers: Ashley Gorley/Ben Johnson/Lauren Alaina; Producer: Ben Johnson; Label: Big Loud Records
– These two artists were childhood friends. On this burbling, pop-music bopper they swap verses in between electro beats and plucked strings. Then they sing in unison rather than in harmony.
DEVON GILFILLIAN & MADELINE EDWARDS / “You Can Hate Me Now”
Writers: Devon Gilfillian/Jeremy Lutito/Madeline Edwards; Producers: Devon Gilfillian, Jonathan Smalt; Label: Fantasy
– Former Warner country artist Edwards resurfaces on Time Will Tell, the new Devon Gilfillian r&b album, via this bluesy duet. The end of a relationship is depicted in a slow, dragging ballad that somehow holds together thanks to their aching vocals.
JULIA COLE & BRELAND / “Loving Someone Like That”
Writers: Daniel Breland/Julia Cole/Mason Sacks; Producers: Josh Ronen, Julia Cole; Label: broke
– Hooky and catchy as all get out. The singers’ voices blend flawlessly, with Breland’s heartbreak harmonies keeping Cole’s soprano down to earth. Effortlessly appealing.
LUCIE TIGER / “Last Call for Trouble”
Writer: Lucienne Tiger O’Connor; Producers: Charles Holloman, Lucie Tiger; Label: 2120 Music
– Tiger has placed a long series of indie singles on the MusicRow charts. The latest from this Aussie-turned-Nashvillian finds her warbling amid shuffling, moody beats, choppy production, and ghostly guitars. The honky-tonk story depicts her after-midnight temptation. The track feels like it could use some meat on its spare bones.
CARLY PEARCE, DAN TYMINSKI & MOLLY TUTTLE / “What If You Loved Me”
Writers: Jordan Reynolds/Lauren Hungate/Parker Welling; Producers: Ben West, Carly Pearce; Label: Stoney Creek Records
– This trio performance took the top of my head off. Dan’s mandolin and low harmonies, plus Molly’s banjo and soprano notes are coupled with Carly’s lead vocal and guitar to create audio heaven. Utterly exquisite.
AVERY ANNA / “Blood Runs Thicker”
Writers: Andy Sheridan/Avery Anna/David Fanning; Producer: David Fanning; Label: Warner Records Nashville
– The ACM New Female Vocalist winner rocks out on this bluesy stomper. Alas, she is not a rock singer.
BRAD PAISLEY / “Home Sweet Hotel”
Writers: Brad Paisley/Lee Thomas Miller; Producers: Brad Paisley, Luke Wooten; Label: BP
– She told him to go to hell, which rhymes with hotel. Brad’s rippling guitar riffs and lonely vocal are just right on this midtempo outing. I like the way the track begins and ends with just his bereft voice and stark acoustic guitar. Brilliantly produced and performed.
ANA CRISTINA CASH / “How Do I Live / Como Vivir Sin Verte”
Writer: Diane Warren; Producer: John Carter Cash; Label: Avondale Records
– Cash has issued two revivals of this 1997 classic, one in English and one in Spanish. Both of them easily measure up to the hit performances by Trisha Yearwood and LeAnn Rimes. In fact, she sounds a little more “country” than either of those stars. Well worth your spins.
IBMA Industry & Momentum Awards Nominees Unveiled
/by Lorie HollabaughThe nominees have been revealed for the 2026 IBMA Industry & Momentum Awards, set to take place on Oct. 22 at the Chattanooga Convention Center.
The Industry Awards recognize outstanding work in non-performing industry categories and honor the individuals who help advance bluegrass music and support its artists. The 2026 IBMA Industry Award nominees for Writer of the Year include Paul Burch, John Curtis Goad, Derek Halsey, Garret K. Woodward, and Gary Reid. The Songwriter of the Year nominees are Mark “Brink” Brinkman, Chris Jones, Rick Lang and Tim Stafford.
The IBMA Momentum Awards recognize artists and industry professionals in the early stages of their bluegrass music careers. In addition to honoring emerging talent, the awards also include recognition for a mentor whose guidance has had a significant and positive impact on upcoming artists and industry professionals. The Momentum Awards ceremony will take place on Oct. 21 at the Chattanooga Convention Center.
The 2026 IBMA Momentum Award nominees for Band Of The Year include The Creekers, ShadowGrass, Remedy Tree, The Cody Sisters and Under the Rocks. Vocalist of the Year nominees include Adam Miller, Lydia Hamby, Morgan Brake, Akulina Shamanov, and Ellie Hakanson. A full list of this year’s nominees can be found here.
Attendance at both events is included with registration for the IBMA Business Conference, which also provides access to a full lineup of programming at the Chattanooga Convention Center. Registration is now open.
Additional Acts Revealed For AMERICANAFEST 2026
/by Lauryn SinkAdditional artists have been revealed for AMERICANAFEST 2026, which will take place in Nashville Sept. 15-19.
Abigail Rose, Ashley Monroe, Meg McRee, Sam Stoane, The Band Loula, Clover County and more have joined the previously announced performers including Ana Cristina Cash, Amy Grant, Wynonna Judd, Franklin Jonas & The Byzantines, and more. A full list of performers can be found here.
2026 AMERICANAFEST Festival Wristbands, which allow admission into evening showcase venues and select sanctioned special events are available online here
Artist Action: Kane Brown, Brantley Gilbert, The War And Treaty, Hannah Harper
/by Lorie HollabaughKane Brown Teams With Coleman For New Signature Collection
Kane Brown
Kane Brown has partnered with Coleman for the limited-edition Coleman x Kane Brown Collection, the debut release from the brand’s first-ever music partnership. Inspired by Brown’s life on tour, love for the outdoors, and favorite summer traditions, the collection features a custom Steel-Belted Hard Cooler, Soft Cooler Sling, and Stainless-Steel Tumbler, with a Snap ‘N Go™ Hard Collapsible Cooler arriving later this year. The limited-edition collection offers fans a collectible take on outdoor essentials featuring Kane-inspired design details and his signature “KB” branding.
A longtime outdoorsman, Brown has incorporated Coleman products into both his personal life and professional life on the road. The collaboration builds on Coleman’s sponsorship of “The High Road Tour,” where Coleman gear traveled alongside Brown and his crew helping power the moments between performances. As Coleman’s official ambassador, Brown will influence product development and activations while introducing the brand to new audiences across music, culture, and lifestyle.
Brantley Gilbert Previews ‘Sins Of The Father’ At Listening Event
Photo: Braden Walker
Brantley Gilbert gathered with his industry friends and his label BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville earlier this month for an album listening event for his album Sins Of The Father, which is out today (July 24).
The War And Treaty Premiere Tiny Desk Concert
The War And Treaty
The War And Treaty have unveiled their Tiny Desk Concert on NPR Music. Recorded live at NPR Music Headquarters in Washington, DC, the husband-and-wife team of Michael Trotter Jr. and Tanya Trotter performed fan favorites including “Are You Ready to Love Me?,” “Down to the River,” “Five More Minutes,” “Don’t Say Goodbye,”“Shouldn’t Have,” and “High Heels,” the latter three of which are among the highlights of their new album, The Story of Michael and Tanya, available now via Atlantic Outpost.
Hannah Harper Gets Cheesy With New Sargento Partnership
Hannah Harper
Hannah Harper and Sargento, the family-owned cheese company, have formed a year-long partnership making Sargento the exclusive cheese sponsor of her national “String Cheese Tour.” Throughout the tour, fans can look forward to special Sargento experiences, including ticket giveaways, exclusive content and merch, and other surprises along the way.
Inspired by Harper’s viral original song, “String Cheese,” which celebrates the beautifully messy and meaningful moments of everyday parenting, Sargento reached out and gifted Harper a variety of Sargento String Cheese favorites. What began as an authentic connection between a longtime fan of the brand and a family-owned company has grown into the year-long partnership.
Mason Ramsey To Release Sophomore Project ‘Outlaw In Love’ In August
/by Lorie HollabaughMason Ramsey is gearing up for the Aug. 14 release of his sophomore album on Sandlot Records, Outlaw in Love, with a new single “Hey There Trouble,” out now.
The feel-good summertime anthem was inspired by life on the road and the anticipation of returning to the one waiting back home, and was written by Ramsey alongside KThrash, Stella Lefty, Dalton Diehl and JKash.
“I’ve spent a lot of time figuring out who I am as an artist, and this album feels like the closest I’ve come to capturing that,” shares Ramsey. “’Hey There Trouble’ is one of those songs that just makes you feel good – it’s about getting back home after being on the road and seeing that person who can instantly make everything better. The whole record has a sound that’s rooted in country but has some rock and roll swagger too.”
Outlaw in Love was produced by JKash, and showcases Mason’s growth as both a vocalist and storyteller while remaining firmly rooted in the timeless country influences that first set him apart.
Tomorrow (July 25), Ramsey will make his return to the Grand Ole Opry, where he’ll perform “Hey There Trouble” live for the very first time from the historic Circle.
Since becoming the youngest major-label country artist signed in nearly two decades, Ramsey has amassed more than 600 million global streams, earned a Gold single, headlined national tours, and built a social audience of more than 6.4 million followers.
Outlaw in Love Track List:
1. “Bad Intentions” (Mason Ramsey, Dan Henig, Griff, Kash, Slim Dan)
2. “Hey There Trouble” (Mason Ramsey, KThrash, Stella Lefty, Dalton Diehl, JKash)
3. “Drunk Off A Kiss” (Mason Ramsey, JKash, Noah Conrad, John Byron, Dalton Diehl, Cici Ward)
4. “Hypnotized” (Mason Ramsey, JKash, Jake Torrey, Sean Cook, Dan Henig)
5. “Outlaw in Love” (Mason Ramsey, Travis Heidelman, Cici Ward, Dalton Diehl)
6. “Hometown Girl” (Mason Ramsey, James October, Charlie Oraian)
7. “Hiding on the Highway” (Mason Ramsey, Babygirl, Bill Maybury)
8. “Slow Goodbye” (Mason Ramsey, Dalton Diehl, Cici Ward)
9. “Heart in Oklahoma” (Mason Ramsey, Whit Cane, Matty Mischna, KThrash)
10. “Me or My Guitar” (Mason Ramsey, JKash, Nick Long, Griff Clawson, Gian Stone)
11. “Life Sentence” (Mason Ramsey, Travis Heidelman, Cici Ward, Dalton Diehl)
12. “Hasta La Vista” (Mason Ramsey, JKash, Fede Vindver, Dan Henig, Nick Long)
Ella Langley & Morgan Wallen Top The MusicRow Radio Chart
/by John Nix ArledgeMorgan Wallen & Ella Langley; Photo: Caylee Robillard
Ella Langley and Morgan Wallen claim the No.1 spot on the MusicRow Radio Chart this week with their duet “I Can’t Love You Anymore.”
The hit comes off of Langley’s Dandelion and was written by Langley, Austin Goodloe and Joybeth Taylor.
“I Can’t Love You Anymore” currently sits at No. 3 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart and No. 3 on the Mediabase chart.
Langley will join Wallen one last time on his “Still The Problem Tour” on Aug. 1 in Philadelphia, PA.
Click here to view the latest edition of the MusicRow Weekly containing the MusicRow CountryBreakout Radio Chart.
Jackson Wendell Signs With Sony Music Nashville
/by Lauryn SinkPictured (L-R): Jason McColl (Sr. Director, A&R, SMN), Enzo DeVincenzo (Red Light Management), Ken Robold (President & COO, SMN), Jackson Wendell, Taylor Lindsey (Chair & CEO, SMN), Nick Rhodes (Red Light Management), Shelby Pickering (A&R Representative, SMN). Photo: Matthew Berinato
Jackson Wendell has signed with Sony Music Nashville.
Hailing from Lufkin, Texas, Wendell first picked up a guitar as a child and began playing on his church’s worship team. He penned his first original “Ain’t Coming Home” at just 14 years old.
Since pursuing music full time, Wendell has shared the stage with artists including Parker McCollum, Tucker Wetmore, Flatland Cavalry, Randy Rogers and William Beckmann. Named to Pandora’s and One Country’s 2026 Artists to Watch lists, his 2025 single, “Drunk Words Are Sober Thoughts,” has earned nearly three million global streams. He recently signed a publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music and Perfect Game Creative.
“Signing with Sony is an incredible honor and a dream come true,” he shares. “I’m thankful to everyone who has believed in me, worked alongside me, and supported this journey but it is also just the beginning. I can’t wait to share what’s next in this partnership with Sony Music Nashville.”
In celebration of the announcement, he released a new track, “East Texas Beauty Queen,” today. Wendell is currently on the road with McCollum and is slated to open for Lee Brice, Josh Turner and Mark Chesnutt later this summer.
Dan Alley Readies Debut Album For September
/by Lauryn SinkDan Alley will release his debut album, Keepin’ On, via River House Artists on Sept. 4.
The 11-track project, which explores themes of family, love and loss, was written alongside Neil Medley, Ryan Beaver, Kasey Tyndall and Sam Banks, among others and was produced by Lukas Scott. Alley solo-wrote five tracks on the project.
“Keepin’ On is the project I’ve wanted to make since moving to Nashville. These songs tell the story of my life – chasing a dream, heartbreak, falling in love, marriage, becoming a dad, getting sober, and learning how to make a living as a songwriter,” Alley shares. “The title track, ‘Keepin’ On,’ is a song I wrote early in my Nashville career. As soon as I wrote it, it changed my outlook on songwriting, and I knew it would be the title of an album someday.”
“My hope for this project is that down the road my kids will listen, and it might help them through a hard time or inspire them to chase their dreams,” he continues. “This album is a love letter to my family, a positive reminder to myself, and a thank you to everyone who has helped me keep on ‘Keepin’ On.’”
As a songwriter, Alley has earned cuts with Lainey Wilson, Jon Pardi, Drake Milligan, Braxton Keith and many more. He recently earned his second chart-topper with Hudson Westbrook’s “House Again,” following Luke Bryan’s “Country Song Came On.” On the charts now, Alley is a writer on Luke Combs’ fast-rising current single, “Be By You.”
Keepin’ On Tracklisting
1. “Keepin’ On” (Dan Alley)
2. “High And Dry” (Dan Alley)
3. “Little Longer” (Dan Alley, Neil Medley)
4. “The Bed I Made” (Dan Alley, Sam Banks)
5. “Mom Jeans” (Dan Alley, Brandon Kinney, Kasey Tyndall)
6. “He Went To Work” (Dan Alley, Neil Medley, Brandon Kinney)
7. “Losin’ End Of Lovin’ You” (Dan Alley)
8. “Whole ‘Nother High (feat. Mae Estes)” (Dan Alley, Mae Estes, Marti Dodson)
9. “Do It All For You” (Dan Alley)
10. “Lookin’ Up Missin’ You” (Dan Alley)
11. “Sand Keeps Falling” (Dan Alley, Ryan Beaver, Deric Ruttan)
DISClaimer Single Reviews: Three Tunes Share Disc Of The Day
/by Robert K OermannPictured (top row): Morgan Wallen & Kacey Musgraves. (bottom row): Carly Pearce, Dan Tyminski & Molly Tuttle.
This is a week of stunningly good new country sounds.
There is so much quality music in this stack that DISClaimer is issuing best-of honors in categories. The Male artist Disc of the Day is earned by Morgan Wallen. Give Kacey Musgraves the Female prize. The Group-performed Disc of the Day is the heavenly harmonized trio single by Carly Pearce, Dan Tyminski and Molly Tuttle.
The DISCovery Award goes to Mr. Wyatt McCubbin. Happy listening.
WYATT McCUBBIN / “Andy Griffith”
Writers: Ben Hayslip/Conner Smith/Rhett Akins/Wyatt McCubbin; Producer: Dave Cobb; Label: Lucille Records
– Simply and beautifully eloquent. The acoustic instrumental bed sets a captivating mood, while the lyric paints a picture of country innocence. Lucille is producer Dave Cobb’s label, and McCubbin is an established Music Row tunesmith. It turns out that he is a gently charismatic singer as well. I love this record.
KACEY MUSGRAVES / “Mexico Honey”
Writers: Kacey Musgraves/Luke Laird/Steph Jones; Producers: Daniel Tashian, Ian Fitchuk, Kacey Musgraves, Luke Laird; Label: Lost Highway
– Sultry and sensual. A warm, languid groove caresses her dream-like vocal performance. Sexy and summer-y.
ELIZABETH COOK / “Girls of Atomic City”
Writer: Elizabeth Cook; Producer: Shooter Jennings; Label: Agent Love Records
– This snappy country rocker salutes the war-era female factory workers who experienced financial independence and social freedoms their mothers couldn’t have. As always, Cook delivers the goods vocally. She is currently starring in the film The Easy Kind, a fictionalized version of her life story.
MORGAN WALLEN / “Been By Now”
Writers: Blake Pendergrass/Charlie Handsome/John Byron/Morgan Wallen/Rocky Block/Taylor Phillips; Producer: Joey Moi; Label: Big Loud/Mercury Records
– Commendable work in every way. The poetic lyric finds new angles to heartache. Wallen’s performance is electrifying, stretching his upper vocal range to new heights of intensity. A winner, for sure.
WAYLON PAYNE / “Weed By the Wall”
Writer: Waylon Payne; Producers: Eric Masse, Frank Liddell; Label: Big Loud Texas
– Evocative, reflective, and enthralling. A series of poetic images float through the echoey accompaniment, ending with the nakedly honest, “I’m a songwriter.” Drawn from Payne’s excellent new album, Wayward.
LAUREN ALAINA & KANE BROWN / “Never Been In Love”
Writers: Ashley Gorley/Ben Johnson/Lauren Alaina; Producer: Ben Johnson; Label: Big Loud Records
– These two artists were childhood friends. On this burbling, pop-music bopper they swap verses in between electro beats and plucked strings. Then they sing in unison rather than in harmony.
DEVON GILFILLIAN & MADELINE EDWARDS / “You Can Hate Me Now”
Writers: Devon Gilfillian/Jeremy Lutito/Madeline Edwards; Producers: Devon Gilfillian, Jonathan Smalt; Label: Fantasy
– Former Warner country artist Edwards resurfaces on Time Will Tell, the new Devon Gilfillian r&b album, via this bluesy duet. The end of a relationship is depicted in a slow, dragging ballad that somehow holds together thanks to their aching vocals.
JULIA COLE & BRELAND / “Loving Someone Like That”
Writers: Daniel Breland/Julia Cole/Mason Sacks; Producers: Josh Ronen, Julia Cole; Label: broke
– Hooky and catchy as all get out. The singers’ voices blend flawlessly, with Breland’s heartbreak harmonies keeping Cole’s soprano down to earth. Effortlessly appealing.
LUCIE TIGER / “Last Call for Trouble”
Writer: Lucienne Tiger O’Connor; Producers: Charles Holloman, Lucie Tiger; Label: 2120 Music
– Tiger has placed a long series of indie singles on the MusicRow charts. The latest from this Aussie-turned-Nashvillian finds her warbling amid shuffling, moody beats, choppy production, and ghostly guitars. The honky-tonk story depicts her after-midnight temptation. The track feels like it could use some meat on its spare bones.
CARLY PEARCE, DAN TYMINSKI & MOLLY TUTTLE / “What If You Loved Me”
Writers: Jordan Reynolds/Lauren Hungate/Parker Welling; Producers: Ben West, Carly Pearce; Label: Stoney Creek Records
– This trio performance took the top of my head off. Dan’s mandolin and low harmonies, plus Molly’s banjo and soprano notes are coupled with Carly’s lead vocal and guitar to create audio heaven. Utterly exquisite.
AVERY ANNA / “Blood Runs Thicker”
Writers: Andy Sheridan/Avery Anna/David Fanning; Producer: David Fanning; Label: Warner Records Nashville
– The ACM New Female Vocalist winner rocks out on this bluesy stomper. Alas, she is not a rock singer.
BRAD PAISLEY / “Home Sweet Hotel”
Writers: Brad Paisley/Lee Thomas Miller; Producers: Brad Paisley, Luke Wooten; Label: BP
– She told him to go to hell, which rhymes with hotel. Brad’s rippling guitar riffs and lonely vocal are just right on this midtempo outing. I like the way the track begins and ends with just his bereft voice and stark acoustic guitar. Brilliantly produced and performed.
ANA CRISTINA CASH / “How Do I Live / Como Vivir Sin Verte”
Writer: Diane Warren; Producer: John Carter Cash; Label: Avondale Records
– Cash has issued two revivals of this 1997 classic, one in English and one in Spanish. Both of them easily measure up to the hit performances by Trisha Yearwood and LeAnn Rimes. In fact, she sounds a little more “country” than either of those stars. Well worth your spins.
Clay Street Unit To Release First Live LP In August
/by Lorie HollabaughClay Street Unit is set to release their first live album, Live From The Road, Vol. 1 on Aug. 21 via Leo33.
The project contains seven originals and three covers, including a soulful version of The Band’s “The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down” and a reimagined rendition of MGMT’s “Kids,” which is out today on all streaming outlets. Live From The Road, Vol. 1 captures Clay Street Unit’s scorching live performances from their spring tour, and follows the band’s debut album Sin & Squalor, which was released in February.
The group has also announced their first-ever headlining West Coast tour set to begin in the fall. Following a stop at Telluride Bluegrass Festival, the band will also make their second appearance at Red Rocks Amphitheatre tomorrow (July 17.)
Live From The Road, Vol 1 Track List:
1. “Freightline Blues”
2. “Drive”
3. “Virginia”
4. “Let’s Get Stoned”
5. “One Last Time”
6. “Rollin’”
7. “Engine Trouble”
8. “Where Have You Gone?”
9. “Kids”
10. “The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down”
New John Prine Archival Album ‘Found Dogs’ Slated For October
/by Lorie HollabaughFound Dogs, a newly-curated John Prine archival release celebrating the 30th anniversary of Prine’s 1995 LP, Lost Dogs & Mixed Blessings, is set for release Oct. 9.
The single “World Without Love” from the collection is out now, and is accompanied by a lyric video featuring never-before-seen Super 8 film footage of Prine on a family vacation in the early 1970s. An outtake from the Lost Dogs & Mixed Blessings sessions, “World Without Love” is one of five previously unheard, original Prine songs in the set.
Comprised of the original recording sessions and demos from the era, Found Dogs features alternate takes, acoustic solo performances, and five previously-unreleased originals, offering listeners an intimate look at Prine’s songwriting and studio process during a pivotal time in his career. Initially previewed in April as a limited-edition run of 2000 LPs for Record Store Day, Found Dogs will be available physically and digitally on Oct. 9, a day before what would have been Prine’s 80th birthday.