Ashley McBryde. Photo: Nathan Chapman
Country music displays some substance this week.
Romantic troubles are creatively explored by Parker McCollum, Mitchell Tenpenny and Meghan Patrick. Existential musing infuses the new sounds by The Jack Wharff Band, Mumford & Sons with Chris Stapleton and Jelly Roll. Tigirlily Gold turns country cliches upside down. Mike Parker’s single exudes production creativity.
Rising above them all is Ashley McBryde with a simply brilliant piece of songwriting that earns a Disc of the Day award.
Add Alison Nichols to the list of current creative country females. And give her a DISCovery Award while you’re at it.
THE JACK WHARFF BAND / “Strange”
Writers: Evan Novoa/Garrett Howell/Jack Wharff/Joe Clemmons/Ryan Atchison; Producer: Eddie Spear; Label: Big Machine Records
– Drowsy and languid, with painful nostalgia for the man he used to be. A sonic stew of edgy rock, creamy harmonies and folkie sincerity. The band plays the Ryman next Wednesday (April 1).
TIGIRLILY GOLD / “Country & Midwestern”
Writers: none listed; Producer: none listed; Label: Sony Music Nashville
– Very cute. It bops along, name-checking all the northern things that are “country,” as opposed to the Southern cliches. Essential listening: “’Bless your heart’ don’t mean ‘Buck you’…When the Cowboys lose, we don’t shed a tear/It’s ‘Go, Pack, go’ ‘round here.”
PARKER McCOLLUM / “Killin’ Me”
Writers: Monty Criswell/Parker McCollum/Randy Rogers; Producers: Eric Masse, Frank Liddell; Label: MCA
– Echoey twanging guitars swirl around while she seduces him with every look and every move. Beautifully produced and sung.
ALISON NICHOLS / “Box Wine Problems”
Writers: Alison Nichols/Sherrie Austin/Will Rambeaux; Producers: Ilya Toshinski, Will Rambeaux; Label: BMG/BBR Music Group
– It seems that the “problems” in the title aren’t so bad. In fact, they’re a real good time. A saucy tempo tune delivered with moxie.
ASHLEY McBRYDE / “Bottle Tells Me So”
Writers: Ashley McBryde/Shelly Fairchild/Terri Jo Box; Producer: John Osborne; Label: Warner Records Nashville
– Chilling, stark, and utterly magnificent. Staring alcoholism in the face in the cold light of the morning after. The ballad and her performance seethe with authenticity. This is one of our finest singer-songwriters at the peak of her powers.
MIKE PARKER / “Bone Dry”
Writers: Dirty Rice/Jimmy Robbins/Mike Parker/Notelle; Producer: Jimmy Robbins; Label: Mailbox Money Records
– It’s over. She’s gone. He’s left high and dry. The choppy, percussive elements in the production are super catchy, and Parker’s vocal is doubled, tripled, stacked and layered in ear tickling complexity. Highly creative.
KELLY LANG / “I Reach For Red”
Writer: Kelly Lang; Producer: Kelly Lang; Label: Leopard Entertainment
– Country veteran Lang remains a stunningly effective, throaty alto. In this lustrous, sophisticated track, she’s in praise of the comforting presence of red wine when the mood is blue.
MUMFORD AND SONS & CHRIS STAPLETON / “Here”
Writers: Aaron Dessner/Ben Lovett/Marcus Mumford/Ted Dwane; Producers: Aaron Dessner, Mumford & Sons; Label: Glassnote Entertainment Group
– This group-sung anthem relates regrets and mistakes in a hooky, folkie track that grabs your ears and doesn’t let go. A slam-dunk Americana chart-topper if I’ve ever heard one.
BRANTLEY GILBERT / “Good Damn”
Writers: Brantley Gilbert/Brock Berryhill/Michael Hardy/Taylor Phillips; Producers: Brantley Gilbert, Brock Berryhill; Label: Wheelhouse Records
– He runs into an ex. She still looks hot. He misses her. She misses him, too. The song meanders around in search of a melody.
MITCHELL TENPENNY / “Speed of Light”
Writers: Dallas Wilson/Jaten Dimsdale/Jesse Hampton/Mitchell Tenpenny; Producer: none listed; Label: Sony Music Nashville/Riser House Records
– A vow of devotion and fidelity. He’ll be there for her, no matter the time or place. The electronic, computer-enhanced production ranges from gentle to roaring as he unspools his passion. Recommended.
MEGHAN PATRICK / “Safe Place to Break”
Writers: Meghan Patrick/Shane Minor/Zach Kale; Producer: Karen Kosowski; Label: Riser House Records
– Gritty and soulful, this is a stately ode to the shelter of a lover. She wails righteously while a bluesy track builds tension. Patrick is a multiple Canadian country Female Vocalist of the Year who is working on stateside stardom in Music City. She and Tenpenny are spouses.
HUDSON WESTBROOK / “Hey Dallas”
Writers: Beau Bailey/Hudson Westbrook/Lukas Klingensmith/Reid Haughton; Producers: Lukas Scott, Ryan Youmans; Label: River House Artists/Warner Records Nashville
– Look out, Texas, there’s a female tornado headed your way. Boyish and earnest, Westbrook knows he’ll be helpless when she touches down.
JELLY ROLL & CARIN LEÓN / “Lighter”
Writers: Daniel Rondón/Edgar Barrera/Henry Walter/Jason Deford/Jessi Alexander/Jessie Jo Dillon/Jon Randall/Luke Dick/Manuel Lorente Freire/Óscar Armando Díaz de León Huez; Producers: Cirkut, Luke Dick; Label: Def Jam Records
– This is the FIFA World Cup soccer theme song. León is a huge Latin star. On this three-way international collaboration, he represents Mexico; producer Cirkut represents Canada; Jelly Roll represents the U.S. Cirkut’s stomping pop track is dominated by Jelly Roll’s rousing shouts of victorious liberation with León chiming in with similar Spanish lyrics. It’s a worthy accompaniment to one of the world’s biggest sporting events.
Ella Langley, Morgan Wallen, Shaboozey Among iHeartRadio Award Winners
/by Madison HahnenElla Langley, Morgan Wallen & Shaboozey.
The 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards took place last night (March 26) at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.
Shaboozey accepted the award for Country Song of the Year with “Good News.” Country Artist of the Year went to Morgan Wallen, while Ella Langley nabbed Best New Artist (Country). Wallen also took home the trophy for Country Album of the Year with I’m The Problem. Amy Allen was also recognized as Songwriter of the Year.
Other award winners throughout the night included Alex Warren (Song of the Year – “Ordinary”), Taylor Swift (Artist of the Year, Album of the Year – The Life of a Showgirl), HUNTR/X, EJAE, AUDREY NUNA, REI AMI (Duo/Group of the Year), ROSÉ & Bruno Mars (Best Collaboration – “APT.”) and Andrew Watt (Producer of the Year).
Big honors of the night also went to Warren for the Breakthrough Award, Miley Cyrus for the INNOVATOR Award, John Mellencamp for the ICON Award, and Ludacris for the Landmark Award.
Performances during the ceremony came from Lainey Wilson, Warren, Mellencamp, Kehlani, Ludacris, RAYE, TLC, Salt-N-Pepa, and En Vogue.
See the complete list of winners here.
Big Machine Records/NHRE Hire Four
/by LB CantrellPictured (L-R, top row): Jay Cruze and Carly Leach; (L-R, bottom row): Christina Hunt and Claudia Deters
Big Machine Records/Nashville Harbor Records & Entertainment have added four to the team as the label continues to expand its team following its reacquisition.
Jay Cruze returns to the label in his new role as National Director, Promotion & Marketing; joined by Carly Leach, returning as Coordinator, Promotion & Marketing; and Christina Hunt as Manager, Digital Marketing. New to the team is Claudia Deters, who joins as Label Coordinator/Executive Assistant to President and CEO Jimmy Harnen.
“As the Big Machine Records/Nashville Harbor Records & Entertainment team continues to charge forward, I’m very proud to announce these additions and promotions,” says Founder and Chairman Scott Borchetta. “They are Machinists through and through, and their ferocious passion is contagious.”
Cruze will oversee day-to-day chart objectives, single strategy and additional national promotion responsibilities for the label’s radio releases, reporting to Nashville Harbor Records & Entertainment Senior Vice President Ryan Dokke. He previously served as National Director of Radio Strategy for Blue Highway Records.
Leach, a former Big Machine Label Group intern, will collaborate with Dokke, Cruze and the radio team on weekly tracking reports, creative requests and field support for Senior Directors.
Hunt will support various digital and social initiatives across the label’s roster. She previously served as Label Coordinator & Executive Assistant.
Deters will manage administrative duties, scheduling and coordination for Harnen, while supporting various projects across the label’s roster.
Fender To Celebrate The 75th Anniversary Of The Telecaster With Tele Town Concert At The Ryman
/by Lorie HollabaughBrad Paisley, Zach Top, Steve Wariner and more are set to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Telecaster at Tele Town, a one-night concert celebration on May 4 at the Ryman.
The event will bring together artists and fans for an unforgettable evening celebrating the guitar that changed the course of modern music. The lineup will feature artists performing alongside a dedicated house band led by Derek Wells and will also include guitar slingers Brent Mason, Guthrie Trapp, James Burton, Brothers Osborne, Luke McQueary, Ricky Skaggs and Trey Hensley.
“Serving as musical director for Tele Town is a true honor, especially in my home city of Nashville, where I grew up and where the Telecaster’s legacy runs so deep,” says Wells. “Putting this show together has been about more than just great players, it’s about capturing the spirit of an instrument that’s shaped so much of the music we all love. This lineup is full of people who’ve lived with this guitar onstage and in the studio, and I’m certain that when we all are together, you’ll see people playing with love and reverence for what this instrument has meant to us all.”
The evening will be hosted by Nashville guitarist, music insider and historian Zac Childs, who brings deep knowledge of the Telecaster and its history, guiding the audience through performances and collaborations that highlight its pioneering design and role in shaping Music City and the world’s musical identity. Tickets for Tele Town go on sale today (March 27) at AXS Tele Town. All proceeds will be donated to local Nashville charities.
“75 years after its debut, the Telecaster remains proof that simplicity endures, adaptable enough to move across genres, generations, and stages without losing its identity. This celebration is our way of honoring not just an instrument, but a cultural phenomenon that has shaped music for over seven decades,” says Fender Musical Instruments Corporation President of Americas, Justin Norvell. “Tele Town at the Ryman will be the culmination of this celebration – bringing that story to life on one of music’s most hallowed stages in the heart of Music City. From our limited edition collections to the content pieces and community celebrations, we’re ensuring the Telecaster’s legacy reaches both longtime fans and discovers new ones who will carry its voice into the future.”
Julia Cole To Embark On ‘Love You To Death Tour’ This Summer
/by Lorie HollabaughJulia Cole. Photo: Matthew Simmons
Julia Cole will launch her new headlining “Love You To Death Tour” beginning May 28 in St. Louis.
Kicking off May 28, the new tour will visit Louisville, Myrtle Beach, Cleveland, Charlotte, Norfolk, Philadelphia and more through June 21.
The tour announcement comes ahead of the release of her new album, Love You To Death, which drops May 22 and will feature her debut radio single “Day Late & A Buck Short” and the just-released “At My Wedding.”
“With this new album, I’ve never felt more sure of who I am and what I want to say,” shares Cole. “Sisterhood Country has always been about showing up for people, and now I get to bring that energy into every room, every city, every night.”
Cole has toured internationally in more than 10 countries, headlining her own tours as well as opening for Jelly Roll, Jon Pardi, Jordan Davis, Dierks Bentley and more. The Texas native has already amassed over 700 million career streams and 2.7 million followers across platforms.
“Love You To Death Tour” Dates:
May 28 – St. Louis, MO – Old Rock House
May 29 – Louisville, KY – Headliners Music Hall
June 6 – Myrtle Beach, SC – Carolina Country Music Fest
June 11- Columbus, OH – Ace of Cups
June 12 – Cleveland, OH – Beachland Ballroom
June 13 – Indianapolis, IN – Hifi Indy
June 18 – Charlotte, NC – Amos’ Southend
June 19 – Norfolk, VA – The Annex
June 20 – Washington, DC – Union Stage
June 21 – Philadelphia, PA – The Foundry
July 11 – Green Gables, PE, CAN – Cavendish Beach Music Festival
Tucker Wetmore Rises To The Top Of The MusicRow Radio Chart
/by John Nix ArledgeTucker Wetmore. Photo: Chase Foster
Tucker Wetmore rises to the top of the MusicRow CountryBreakout Radio Chart this week with his hit, “Brunette.”
The track, off of his debut studio album What Not To, was written by Chris LaCorte, Chase McGill, Josh Miller and Blake Pendergrass.
Wetmore released a new track, “Sunburn,” earlier this month following the recent extension of his “The Brunette World Tour, “ adding 17 new dates to the run.
“Brunette” currently sits at No. 10 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart and No. 9 Mediabase chart.
Click here to view the latest edition of the MusicRow Weekly containing the MusicRow CountryBreakout Radio Chart.
Sons Of Habit Sign With Lucille Records/MCA
/by Lauryn SinkPictured (L-R): Stephanie Wright, Matt Musacchio, Mitchell Douglas, Jeffrey Parish, Dalton Daniels, Mike Harris, Noah Patrick, Evan Miller, Hagan Edge, Katie McCartney, Rob Femia and Dave Cobb.
Sons of Habit have signed with Lucille Records/MCA.
The band, consisting of Mitchell Douglas, Hagan Edge, Dalton Daniels, Jeffrey Parish and Noah Patrick, has amassed millions of streams since their 2024 debut. Hailing from Owensboro, Kentucky, Sons of Habit has shared stages with Ole 60 and Shane Smith & the Saints.
The band has released their newest single, “Annabelle,” today.
“‘Annabelle’ really captures what makes Sons of Habit who we are. It’s built around tight harmonies, strong instrumentation, and songwriting that hits on real, emotional experiences,” the band shares.
The band is slated to tour throughout the United States and United Kingdom for the rest of the year, with dates in Kentucky, Minnesota, New York, Florida and more.
Ashley Monroe Unveils Surprise Album ‘Dear Nashville’
/by Lauryn SinkAshley Monroe has unveiled a surprise album, Dear Nashville, out now.
The eight-track concept record explores Monroe’s relationship with Nashville after nearly 25 years building a life and career in Music City. Monroe co-produced the project with Luke Laird, with whom she co-wrote each of the album’s tracks.
“The bottom line of the album,” Monroe says, “is I wish you loved me like I love you.”
“This album started with Ashley bringing the title, “I Hate Nashville,” to the room one day,” shares Laird. “The music is what brings most songwriters to this town – but when it comes to the business, that’s when people can get burned out. So Ashley and I talked that day about our love for country music, the songs and the people – we had such a good day talking about all of our favorite Nashville memories and what led us both here. I love how honest Ashley is in her writing and just how pure her singing is. She really is the triple threat: artist, songwriter, and producer. We had so much fun making this record. No rules… just what felt right.”
“I had a writing session on the books with Luke and I’d woken up that morning with a storm in my heart, like, ‘My gosh, have I done this all for nothing?’” Monroe adds. “When I got to Luke’s house that day, I knew I had to address my hurt feelings and get it out of my system. I told him the idea of ‘I Hate Nashville’ and he loved it. That song put everything into motion. We felt the window of all the muses open, and decided that I’m going to say what I feel and make it a whole project.”
Monroe will support Stephen Wilson Jr.’s “Gary The Torch Tour” through April.
Dear Nashville Tracklist:
1. “I Hate Nashville” (Luke Laird, Ashley Monroe)
2. “Gettin’ Out Of Hand” (Luke Laird, Ashley Monroe)
3. “What Are We?” (Luke Laird, Ashley Monroe)
4. “Steal” (Luke Laird, Ashley Monroe)
5. “Haunted” (Luke Laird, Ashley Monroe)
6. “Dreaming” (Luke Laird, Ashley Monroe)
7. “Having It Bad” (Luke Laird, Ashley Monroe)
8. “Quittin’” (Luke Laird, Ashley Monroe)
Braxton Keith’s Debut ‘Real Damn Deal’ Due In May
/by Lorie HollabaughBraxton Keith will release his debut album Real Damn Deal May 15 via Warner Records Nashville. He’s leaning into the ’90s country spirit with the release of “Little Bit by Little Bit” from the new project, out now.
The track follows a run of previously-released tracks including “I Ain’t Tryin,’” and barstool anthem “I Own This Bar.” The Texas native co-wrote 10 of the album’s 15 tracks, each delivered with Keith’s crisp, high-and-lonesome vocal twang, as he glides from one dancehall theme to the next. Whether the reckless abandon of young love or the reflective pain of a good thing gone to waste, his passion for pure-country expression is evident on the new collection.
“I shot down the idea of this album title when it was first brought up,” shares Keith. “It felt cocky, and that’s not who I am. But, everyone is in on country music right now, so why not use it as a big flashing reminder that country music is cool? This album is my way of taking country music back to what it was…the real damn deal. We’ve been writing for a long time for this. I wanted it to be a nostalgic, classic sounding record and to showcase a little bit of everything—as country as we could make it in every way, shape and form. I’m really proud of it.”
“Real Damn Deal” sets the tone of the project, opening the set with a shuffling traditional country beat and twinkling keys. The intricate “Mrs. Green” is a gentle roots proposition co-written by Jim Lauderdale with Bob Minner. Keith tips his hat to the lyrical brilliance of Roger Miller on the Hall of Famer’s aching “Am I All Alone,” and the desolate “Hurt By Heart” featuring Mae Estes captures a pair of wounded souls in agony, both feeling the pain in their own way. “That’s How Hearts Get Broken” turns a beer-soaked roadhouse romance into an instant-classic hookup anthem, and in the border-town stillness of “Always Leaving Something,” Keith keeps a stiff upper lip, even as he’s left in the dust. Writers contributing to the album include Brice Long, Chris Stapleton, Trent Tomlinson, Liz Rose and more.
Keith will continue his headlining “This Ain’t My First Tour,” at venues across the country. He recently teamed up with rising Australian artist Tyla Rodrigues for a reimagined take on the country classic “Do I Ever Cross Your Mind,” which they performed together at CMC Rocks during Keith’s first Australian run.
Real Damn Deal Track List:
1. “Real Damn Deal” (Braxton Keith, Brice Long, Paul Sikes)
2. “I Ain’t Tryin’” (Brice Long, Will Jones, Carson Peters)
3. “Mrs. Green” (Jim Lauderdale, Bob Minner)
4. “That’s How Hearts Get Broken” (Liz Rose, Morgane Hayes, Chris Stapleton)
5. “I Dreamed You Dreamed of Me” (Braxton Keith, Dan Isbell, Brice Long)
6. “White Walls” (Braxton Keith, John Pierce)
7. “Always Leaving Something” (Jessie Jo Dillon, James Melton, Clint Daniels)
8. “Hurt By Heart” (with Mae Estes) (Braxton Keith, Trent Tomlinson, Scotty Emerick)
9. “Don’t No More” (Braxton Keith, Liz Rose, John Pierce)
10. “Little Bit by Little Bit” (Braxton Keith, Liz Rose, Phil O’Donnell)
11. “Am I All Alone (Or Is It Only Me)” (Roger Miller)
12. “I Own This Bar” (Braxton Keith, Liz Rose, Phil O’Donnell)
13. “Wind Blows” (Braxton Keith, Tony Lane, Brice Long)
14. “Prescription” (Braxton Keith, Randy Montana, John Pierce)
15. “Baby You Do” (Braxton Keith, Brandon Kinney, Josh Thompson, Wynn Varble)
DISClaimer Single Reviews: Ashley McBryde Is ‘Utterly Magnificent’
/by Robert K OermannAshley McBryde. Photo: Nathan Chapman
Country music displays some substance this week.
Romantic troubles are creatively explored by Parker McCollum, Mitchell Tenpenny and Meghan Patrick. Existential musing infuses the new sounds by The Jack Wharff Band, Mumford & Sons with Chris Stapleton and Jelly Roll. Tigirlily Gold turns country cliches upside down. Mike Parker’s single exudes production creativity.
Rising above them all is Ashley McBryde with a simply brilliant piece of songwriting that earns a Disc of the Day award.
Add Alison Nichols to the list of current creative country females. And give her a DISCovery Award while you’re at it.
THE JACK WHARFF BAND / “Strange”
Writers: Evan Novoa/Garrett Howell/Jack Wharff/Joe Clemmons/Ryan Atchison; Producer: Eddie Spear; Label: Big Machine Records
– Drowsy and languid, with painful nostalgia for the man he used to be. A sonic stew of edgy rock, creamy harmonies and folkie sincerity. The band plays the Ryman next Wednesday (April 1).
TIGIRLILY GOLD / “Country & Midwestern”
Writers: none listed; Producer: none listed; Label: Sony Music Nashville
– Very cute. It bops along, name-checking all the northern things that are “country,” as opposed to the Southern cliches. Essential listening: “’Bless your heart’ don’t mean ‘Buck you’…When the Cowboys lose, we don’t shed a tear/It’s ‘Go, Pack, go’ ‘round here.”
PARKER McCOLLUM / “Killin’ Me”
Writers: Monty Criswell/Parker McCollum/Randy Rogers; Producers: Eric Masse, Frank Liddell; Label: MCA
– Echoey twanging guitars swirl around while she seduces him with every look and every move. Beautifully produced and sung.
ALISON NICHOLS / “Box Wine Problems”
Writers: Alison Nichols/Sherrie Austin/Will Rambeaux; Producers: Ilya Toshinski, Will Rambeaux; Label: BMG/BBR Music Group
– It seems that the “problems” in the title aren’t so bad. In fact, they’re a real good time. A saucy tempo tune delivered with moxie.
ASHLEY McBRYDE / “Bottle Tells Me So”
Writers: Ashley McBryde/Shelly Fairchild/Terri Jo Box; Producer: John Osborne; Label: Warner Records Nashville
– Chilling, stark, and utterly magnificent. Staring alcoholism in the face in the cold light of the morning after. The ballad and her performance seethe with authenticity. This is one of our finest singer-songwriters at the peak of her powers.
MIKE PARKER / “Bone Dry”
Writers: Dirty Rice/Jimmy Robbins/Mike Parker/Notelle; Producer: Jimmy Robbins; Label: Mailbox Money Records
– It’s over. She’s gone. He’s left high and dry. The choppy, percussive elements in the production are super catchy, and Parker’s vocal is doubled, tripled, stacked and layered in ear tickling complexity. Highly creative.
KELLY LANG / “I Reach For Red”
Writer: Kelly Lang; Producer: Kelly Lang; Label: Leopard Entertainment
– Country veteran Lang remains a stunningly effective, throaty alto. In this lustrous, sophisticated track, she’s in praise of the comforting presence of red wine when the mood is blue.
MUMFORD AND SONS & CHRIS STAPLETON / “Here”
Writers: Aaron Dessner/Ben Lovett/Marcus Mumford/Ted Dwane; Producers: Aaron Dessner, Mumford & Sons; Label: Glassnote Entertainment Group
– This group-sung anthem relates regrets and mistakes in a hooky, folkie track that grabs your ears and doesn’t let go. A slam-dunk Americana chart-topper if I’ve ever heard one.
BRANTLEY GILBERT / “Good Damn”
Writers: Brantley Gilbert/Brock Berryhill/Michael Hardy/Taylor Phillips; Producers: Brantley Gilbert, Brock Berryhill; Label: Wheelhouse Records
– He runs into an ex. She still looks hot. He misses her. She misses him, too. The song meanders around in search of a melody.
MITCHELL TENPENNY / “Speed of Light”
Writers: Dallas Wilson/Jaten Dimsdale/Jesse Hampton/Mitchell Tenpenny; Producer: none listed; Label: Sony Music Nashville/Riser House Records
– A vow of devotion and fidelity. He’ll be there for her, no matter the time or place. The electronic, computer-enhanced production ranges from gentle to roaring as he unspools his passion. Recommended.
MEGHAN PATRICK / “Safe Place to Break”
Writers: Meghan Patrick/Shane Minor/Zach Kale; Producer: Karen Kosowski; Label: Riser House Records
– Gritty and soulful, this is a stately ode to the shelter of a lover. She wails righteously while a bluesy track builds tension. Patrick is a multiple Canadian country Female Vocalist of the Year who is working on stateside stardom in Music City. She and Tenpenny are spouses.
HUDSON WESTBROOK / “Hey Dallas”
Writers: Beau Bailey/Hudson Westbrook/Lukas Klingensmith/Reid Haughton; Producers: Lukas Scott, Ryan Youmans; Label: River House Artists/Warner Records Nashville
– Look out, Texas, there’s a female tornado headed your way. Boyish and earnest, Westbrook knows he’ll be helpless when she touches down.
JELLY ROLL & CARIN LEÓN / “Lighter”
Writers: Daniel Rondón/Edgar Barrera/Henry Walter/Jason Deford/Jessi Alexander/Jessie Jo Dillon/Jon Randall/Luke Dick/Manuel Lorente Freire/Óscar Armando Díaz de León Huez; Producers: Cirkut, Luke Dick; Label: Def Jam Records
– This is the FIFA World Cup soccer theme song. León is a huge Latin star. On this three-way international collaboration, he represents Mexico; producer Cirkut represents Canada; Jelly Roll represents the U.S. Cirkut’s stomping pop track is dominated by Jelly Roll’s rousing shouts of victorious liberation with León chiming in with similar Spanish lyrics. It’s a worthy accompaniment to one of the world’s biggest sporting events.
Tin Pan South 2026 Continues With Ashley Gorley, Summer Overstreet, Caylee Hammack, More
/by Lauryn SinkPhoto: Courtesy of Tin Pan South
NSAI’s Tin Pan South continued its 2026 event last night (March 25), with performances across 10 Nashville venues.
The first round of shows included Sarah Darling, Aaron Goodvin, Michael Logen and Nicole Witt at Commodore Grille, Alex Angelo, Jackie Lee, Logan Turner and Dallas Wilson at The Bluebird Cafe, Steven Curtis Chapman, Ben Glover, Blessing Offor and Jeff Pardo at Analog at Hutton Hotel, Cherry Vance, Ava Claire, Levi Hummon and Marcus Hummon at Anzie Blue, and Casey Brown, Brad Clawson, Connor Hicks and Andy Sheridan at The Cowan.
Additional first round lineups for the night included Station Inn with Lance Cowan, Don Henry, John Scott Sherrill and Amy Speace, Cross-Eyed Critters Watering Hole with Summer Overstreet, Schmitty and Wesko, the 1865 Club with Chuck Cannon, Billy Dean and James Dean Hicks, 3rd and Lindsley Nashville with Pat Alger, Caylee Hammack and Mark Irwin, and Love and Exile with The Band Loula, Presley Barker, Benny G and Ava Hall.
The second rounds of night two featured performances from Olivia DaPonte, Josh Kerr, Sam Martinez and Chris McKenna at Love and Exile, Ashley Gorley, Hunter Phelps, Jordan Rowe and Will Weatherly at The Cowan, Cameron Bedell, Joel Crouse, Ricky Manning and Jackson Nance at Commodore Grille, Max Martin, Brock Phillips, Luke Preston and Eli Winders at Anzie Blue, and Rachel Hale, Dwan Hill and Drew Ramsey at the 1865 Club.
Also closing out night two was Tony Arata, Dennis Morgan and Frank Myers at The Bluebird Cafe, Kristy Cox, Alex Miller, Jerry Salley and Bill Whyte at Station Inn, Andrew DeRoberts, Audra Mae and MORGXN at Analog at Hutton Hotel, Lee Thomas Miller, Sela Campbell, Thomas Edwards, Randy Montana and Randy Rogers at 3rd and Lindsley Nashville, and Tyler Bank, Elena Jones, Nell Maynard and Bryan Ruby at Cross-Eyed Critters Watering Hole.
Tin Pan South continues tonight with performances from Lori McKenna, Abbie Callahan, Sara Evans, Moriah, Colton Venner and more. Tickets and schedule details are available here.
Photo: Courtesy of Tin Pan South
Photo: Courtesy of Tin Pan South
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