Today, GRAMMY® Award-nominated artists Lukas Graham and Mickey Guyton team up for a reflective ballad “Home Movies” – listen HERE. The nostalgia-laced track will be featured on Lukas’ forthcoming long-awaited album 4 (The Pink Album), out next Friday, January 20th, 2023 via Warner Records.

About the track, Lukas says, “Home Movies is a ballad, a duet that looks at life rather than love. The coincidence of boy meets girl and the retrospective understanding that life is lived in the present but understood backwards.”

“I am beyond excited and honored to be a part of this song with Lukas,” says Guyton. “I have always admired his voice and music. I’m so grateful to him for seeing me and asking me to be part of this incredible song!”

Their melodic voices perfectly complement one another as they harmonize throughout the bridge, “There’s nothing I could be without these memories, even though they might not show the best of me.”

“Mickey’s vocals really make the lyrics that much better. Not to mention the outer harmonies on the last 3rd of the song!” The Danish singer-songwriter praised. “My favorite line is from the chorus ‘Everybody’s got a story no one knows’ and that’s the truth. We all have our inglorious moments and obscure pasts to deal with and that’s what makes life so beautiful; when we manage to rise above the prejudice and make something unique of ourselves.”

There comes a time in any climb up one of Colorado’s famous 14,000 foot peaks when, after a few hours of striving, you pause on a ledge, turn around, and marvel at the vista and the ground you’ve covered. That’s where Dierks Bentley finds himself, 20 years into an exceptional career in 21st century country music, with plans to release his 10th studio album GRAVEL & GOLD on February 24th. It’s a diverse, 14-track album about perspective and self-awareness at many levels from the personal to the professional. It’s also a testament to the many strains of country music Bentley has mastered and cultivated in his career, from the arena shaker to the barroom weeper to the bluegrass fireballer. GRAVEL & GOLD is a story of renewal, family, persistence and devotion to making the music as authentic and lasting as it can possibly be. Fans can now pre-order GRAVEL & GOLD and access its first available tracks “Gold,” “High Note” feat. Billy Strings and now “Same Ol’ Me” HERE.

The journey isn’t where I’ve been, it’s the thing I carry with me into my 10th album. Everyone showed up, my heroes and my friends… we did it together. #GravelAndGold will be out February 24th, hear my new song #SameOlMe when you pre-order now: https://t.co/HpVmh60dAg pic.twitter.com/GSkOUz6MtB

— Dierks Bentley (@DierksBentley) January 13, 2023

“It’s been four years since I put out an album, and part of the reason for that is that I wrote and recorded two records that I didn’t feel were good enough and had to start over…twice,” explains Bentley. “I’m going to be able look back on it for the rest of my life and be like, yeah, that was harder than I thought it would be, but zero regrets. I had to get it right. That’s the Gravel & Gold of it all.”

With a mix of long time collaborators, Bentley finds himself as a producer for the first time with GRAVEL & GOLD.  In its opening track “Same Ol’ Me,” out today and available as a live video at 12:00P HERE. Bentley recognizes that midlife demands adjustments and adaptations – as well as nurturing the inner fire of the 18-year-old country music fanatic who first arrived in Nashville in the 1990s. “Heartbreak Drinking Tour” calls on country music’s capacity for telling stories, “Something Real” reasserts the importance of holding on to integrity and self in a world of pressures, while “Still,” is a spacious and lovely meditation on staying spiritually grounded, largely through the power and freshness of nature. “Cowboy Boots” features Ashley McBryde with sharp writing about a timeless but humble subject, while “Beer At My Funeral” gives the album a jab of Roger Miller humor at 21st century arena scale. “Gold,” the album’s first single hits the core theme of perspective with a road-trip vibe and wisdom earned only by putting in the years and the work, and a similar gratitude for connection and life’s gentle gifts can be found in “Walking Each Other Home.” The final track is an intimate circle with Music City’s greatest pickers trading licks and laughs on the witty song about getting high, “High Note” feat. Billy Strings alongside Jerry Douglas on dobro, Sam Bush on mandolin, Charlie Worsham on guitar and Bryan Sutton on guitar and banjo.

“Selfishly I’ve always wanted to have my cake and eat it too,” says Bentley. “I’m in the bluegrass space. I’m in the traditional country space. It’s always been important to me to have the love and support of this community in Nashville, particularly the older establishment and the Opry – and to know that I’m able to do that but also get out on the road and play the big venues too?   It doesn’t get any better than that for me.”

GRAVEL & GOLD Track List:

1. “Same Ol’ Me”
2. “Sun Sets In Colorado”
3. “Heartbreak Drinking Tour”
4. “Something Real”
5. “Still”
6. “Beer At My Funeral”
7. “Cowboy Boots” (Featuring Ashley McBryde)
8. “Gold”
9. “Walking Each Other Home”
10. “Roll On”
11. “All The Right Places”
12. “Ain’t All Bad”
13. “Old Pickup”
14. “High Note” (Featuring Billy Strings)

The 10th album landmark speaks to how time has flown in Bentley’s unique, 21st-century career. He landed his first publishing deal in 2001 and released his debut album in 2003, producing an instant No. One single. The years since have revealed a rare consistency that’s fueled longevity – eight more albums that reached the top of the Country sales charts, resulting in 21 No. One songs, 8 billion streams, three CMA Awards, 14 GRAMMY® nominations and membership into the Grand Ole Opry. Trendy sounds have ebbed and flowed around him over these two decades, but fans have relied on Bentley for something more nourishing and individual. He also has created professional endeavors outside of the music with his Flag & Anthem lifestyle collection Desert Son, along with his “Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row” franchise hosting four locations. For more information and a list of upcoming tour dates, visit www.Dierks.com.

One of Country music’s biggest breakout stars of 2022, Priscilla Block, is kicking off the new year with the release of her new track, “Me Pt. 2” – out now along with the song’s lyric video. The painfully honest song written by Block will be featured on the Deluxe Edition of her impressive debut album, Welcome to the Block Party Deluxe Album, available everywhere on February 10^th (pre-save available now). The deluxe edition of the album will include four previously unreleased tracks including, “Me Pt. 2,” and her recent hit, “Off The Deep End.”

LISTEN:                    “Me Pt. 2”

WATCH:                 “Me Pt. 2” Lyric Video

“This is hands down one of the most honest songs I’ve ever written. It was 2 o’clock in the morning – just me, my guitar and a piece of paper. Sometimes it’s the simplest songs that hit the most and for me “Me Pt. 2” is that. This past year was really big for me, especially releasing my debut album. When we were selecting songs for “Welcome To The Block Party” we had so many songs to choose from, which is why I’m super excited for the deluxe album. Four more songs that complete the Block Party era.” 

– Priscilla Block

PRE-SAVE:                           Welcome to the Block Party Deluxe Album

Welcome to the Block Party Deluxe Album Track Listing:

*Deluxe tracks

1. Welcome To The Block Party

2. My Bar

3. Heels In Hand

4. Like A Boy

5. I Know A Girl ft. Hillary Lindsey

6. Ever Since You Left

7. Thick Thighs – Block Party Version

8. I Bet You Wanna Know

9. I’ve Gotten Good

10. Wish You Were The Whiskey

11. Just About Over You

12. Peaked In High School

13. Getting Even*

14. Me Pt. 2*

15. Little Bit*

16. Off The Deep End*

After a year of huge career successes, including her first RIAA Platinum certification for her viral hit, “Just About Over You,” first nominations for ACM and CMT Awards, appearing on national TV including The Kelly Clarkson Show, ELLEN and The Tamron Hall Show, headlining her first tour and recently announced 2023 iHeart Radio Award nomination; Block is primed to take the year by storm with new music and tour dates (notably opening for Shania Twain on select dates during her highly anticipated Queen of Me Tour), as she continues to grow as an artist and performer.

Parker McCollum proved to be one of Country music’s biggest breakout stars of 2022. His music and electrifying stage shows captured fans across the U.S. and led him to two #1 singles, an RIAA Platinum certification, an ACM Award, a debut at RODEOHOUSTON, performance at Austin City Limits and much more. Kicking off 2023, McCollum has been rolling out tour dates for the year – eager to get back on the road playing for the fans that keep him going. Announcing today are additional dates for Spring/Summer 2023.

Spring/Summer Tour Dates:

Pre-Sale Tickets Available January 17^th at 10am Local Time.

Public On-Sale Begins January 20^th at 10am Local Time.

**Tickets for Charlotte, NC and Raleigh, NC dates will go on sale Friday, January 27th**

Tickets for all of Parker’s upcoming tour dates are available here.

McCollum will also be joining Morgan Wallen as support for select dates on his upcoming One Night At A Time World Tour. Parker will join the following performance dates:

May 20, 2023          East Rutherford, NJ    Metlife Stadium

The Texas native is currently making his way up the country charts with his latest single, “Handle On You.”

For a couple of days on his social platforms, Dierks Bentley has been teasing a big announcement to take place this week. This afternoon (January 12th), he revealed his 10th album, Gravel & Gold, will be released February 24th and is expected to include his current Top 20 hit, “Gold.”

#GravelAndGold out February 24th
Pre-order here: https://t.co/HpVmh5ZFKI pic.twitter.com/3EkdxjwGj7

— Dierks Bentley (@DierksBentley) January 12, 2023

The album trailer opens up with him in front of a video screen which takes fans back to older videos of him performing on stage throughout the years. He says, “It’s been a long road, a 20-year journey filled with highs and lows, twists and turns. My love for country music, that’s what’s always kept me going, town to town, show to show, small clubs to packed arenas. I worked hard. I took chances, went for things. The journey isn’t where I’ve been, it’s the thing I carry with me into my 10th album. I wrote. I recorded. It wasn’t good enough. I threw it out, started over…twice. I had to get it right, for the fans, for me. It had to be the best country music I’ve ever made. Everyone showed up — my heroes and my friends. We did it together. It’s the love, the lessons, the Gravel & Gold.”

The last full-length studio album he released was The Mountain in 2018.

MCA Nashville singer/songwriter Kassi Ashton announces her debut on the Grand Ole Opry. The widely acclaimed Missouri-native known for her free spirit and her rich, soulful voice, is set to take the famed Opry stage on March 15th.

“I can’t begin to tell you what this means to me,” shared Kassi. “I grew up on voices and songs that are long past gone, but still echo in that room. I told myself at a young age that if I made it to the Opry stage, I’d sing those songs again. I am honored to get the chance.”

https://twitter.com/KassiAshton/status/1613629815336144910

Kassi also joins Old Dominion for the upcoming U.S. tour dates of the No Bad Vibes Tour kicking off January 19th in Evansville, Indiana. She will bring her songs including “I Don’t Go Back,” “Dates In Pickup Trucks,” “Pretty Shiny Things,” and more, to stages from Green Bay to Boise and Lake Tahoe to Key West. For more information, visit www.KassiAshton.com.

Jordan Davis had an amazing 2022 with a two-week No. 1 for “Buy Dirt,” featuring Luke Bryan, sold-out headlining shows and culminating with his first CMA Award for Song of the Year for “Buy Dirt,” which he co-wrote with his brother Jacob Davis and friends, Matt and Josh Jenkins. However, his proudest joy came from watching his one-year-old son, Locklan James (Lock for short), learn to walk and speak his name.

“You know, professionally 2022 was, even outside of the life of ‘Buy Dirt,’ I think we put a lot of other songs out that did amazing things and we did a headline tour that did really, really well,” says Jordan. “You know for me, that’s a huge gauge if we continue to go back to cities and play shows and the crowd grows, like that’s a good gauge of music connection for me. And obviously, the highlight being standing up on stage at the CMA Awards with my brothers, with my brother and two of my best friends in town, that was pretty amazing professionally. Personally, it was a busy year. We played a lot of shows, but obviously, my son, getting to see him kind of come into his own, start walking, calling me Dada, it’s gonna be tough to beat that in any of the years to come.”

Jordan is poised to climb to the top spot on the country charts with “What My World Spins Around.” Fun Fact: the song actually topped the Country Aircheck chart for one week over the Christmas holidays. The song is from his upcoming album, Bluebird Days, available February 17th.

It’s a rite of passage for any music fan, seeing “The Chief” live in concert. Known for his marathon sets, the 2022 Billboard Music Awards’ Top Country Tour honoree Eric Church brings his critically acclaimed live show to new audiences in new ways this year, headlining outdoor venues throughout the summer with The Outsiders Revival Tour. Joining the man praised by POLLSTAR for “having already long established himself as one of the most successful touring country artists” across varying dates are Whiskey Myers, Cody Jinks, Jelly Roll, Ashley McBryde, Koe Wetzel, Lainey Wilson, Midland, Parker McCollum, Travis Tritt, Elle King and Paul Cauthen, plus Jackson Dean, Morgan Wade, Muscadine Bloodline, Shane Smith & The Saints, Hailey Whitters, Ray Wylie Hubbard and The Red Clay Strays.

“When I approach touring, I’m always inspired by a new experience, a new way to gather, to express ourselves sonically and visually. Whether it’s solo, in the round, double down; being able to bring a different perspective has always brought out our best creatively,” shared Church. “Well, we have never done an outdoor summer tour. Never headlined amphitheaters. Never brought a summer experience to your town that featured artists we want to share the summer with. Until now. See you in the season of sunshine with some fellow outsiders that shine brightest when the sun goes down.”

Kicking off June 22nd, the Live Nation produced tour takes the man celebrated by Forbes for “offering fans a unique experience each night while conjuring up the unpredictability that used to make concerts unforgettable” to 26 cities across the U.S. and Canada. Tickets to all dates go on sale next Friday, Jan. 20 at 10 a.m. local time via Ticketmaster.com, with presale access available to Church Choir members starting Tuesday, Jan. 17 at 10 a.m. local time.

We have never done an outdoor summer tour. Never headlined amphitheaters. Never brought a summer experience to your town that featured artists we want to share the summer with. Until now. pic.twitter.com/PXotK54oAT

— Eric Church (@ericchurch) January 11, 2023

For more information and to learn how to join the Church Choir, visit EricChurch.com and follow on Facebook and Twitter @ericchurch and Instagram @ericchurchmusic.

Eric Church 2023 Tour Dates
* denotes festival dates
April 14*   Fort Lauderdale, Fla. / Fort Lauderdale Beach Park                        Tortuga Music Festival
June 16*    Central Point, Ore. / Jackson County Expo                                      Rogue Music Festival
June 17*    Santa Rosa, Calif. / Sonoma County Fairgrounds                            Country Summer Music Festival
June 22     Milwaukee, Wisc. / American Family Insurance Amphitheater        Elle King
June 23     Detroit, Mich. / Pine Knob Music Theatre                                        Ashley McBryde, The Red Clay Strays
June 24     Cleveland, Ohio / Blossom Music Center                                         Ashley McBryde, The Red Clay Strays
June 30     Charleston, S.C. / Credit One Stadium                                              Parker McCollum, Morgan Wade
July 1        Virginia Beach, Va. / Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater  Parker McCollum, Morgan Wade
July 7        Toronto, Ontario / Budweiser Stage                                                  Koe Wetzel, Shane Smith & The Saints
July 8        Pittsburgh, Pa. / The Pavilion at Star Lake                                       Koe Wetzel, Shane Smith & The Saints
July 14      Cincinnati, Ohio / Riverbend Music Center                                     Travis Tritt, Muscadine Bloodline
July 15      St. Louis, Mo. / Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre                           Travis Tritt, Muscadine Bloodline
July 23*    Minot, N.D. / North Dakota State Fairgrounds                                North Dakota State Fair
July 28      Dallas, Texas / Dos Equis Pavilion                                                   Midland, Ray Wylie Hubbard
July 29      Austin, Texas / Germania Insurance Amphitheater                          Midland, Ray Wylie Hubbard
Aug. 4       Raleigh, N.C. / Coastal Credit Union Music Park                            Cody Jinks
Aug. 5       Bristow, Va. / Jiffy Lube Live                                                           Cody Jinks
Aug. 11     Indianapolis, Ind. / Ruoff Music Center                                            Cody Jinks
Aug. 12     Chicago, Ill. / Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre                              Cody Jinks
Aug. 13*   Des Moines, Iowa / Iowa State Fairgrounds                                     Iowa State Fair
Aug. 18     Orange Beach, Ala. / The Wharf Amphitheater                                Lainey Wilson, Jackson Dean
Aug. 19     Orange Beach, Ala. / The Wharf Amphitheater                                Lainey Wilson, Jackson Dean
Aug. 25     Holmdel, N.J. / PNC Bank Arts Center                                            Whiskey Myers
Aug. 26     Philadelphia, Pa. / Freedom Mortgage Pavilion                               Whiskey Myers
Sept. 8      Portland, Ore. / RV Inn Style Resorts Amphitheater                         Jelly Roll, Hailey Whitters
Sept. 9      George, Wash. / Gorge Amphitheatre                                                Jelly Roll, Hailey Whitters
Sept. 15     Albuquerque, N.M. / Isleta Amphitheater                                        Paul Cauthen, Hailey Whitters
Sept. 16     Phoenix, Ariz. / Ak-Chin Pavilion                                                   Jelly Roll, Paul Cauthen
Sept. 22     Atlanta, Ga. / Ameris Bank Amphitheatre                                       Whiskey Myers
Sept. 23     Charlotte, N.C. / PNC Music Pavilion                                             Whiskey Myers
Sept. 29     West Palm Beach, Fla. / iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre              Whiskey Myers
Sept. 30     Tampa, Fla. / MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre              Whiskey Myers
Oct. 7*      Bristol, Tenn. / Bristol Motor Speedway                                          Country Thunder Bristol

Eric is currently climbing the country charts with his latest single, “Doing Life With Me.”

Kip Moore has been tapped to perform during this year’s Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival, taking place June 15th-18th in Manchester, Tennessee. He’s scheduled to perform on Sunday, June 18th. The four-day event will include headliners Kendrick Lamar, Foo Fighters, Odesza, Paramore and L’il Nas X, among others. Early Access ticket sales will begin Thursday (January 12th) at 10am, but if you cannot get there, then you can watch the festival stream on HULU.

Several famous faces are set to honor the late Leslie Jordan. Reportin’ for Duty: A Tribute to Leslie Jordan will be held February 19th at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville. Brothers Osborne, Maren Morris, Eddie Vedder, and others, in addition to special appearances by Jim Parsons, Anthony Mason, Mayim Bialik, Cheyenne Jackson, Max Greenfield and Margaret Cho. Tickets go on sale Friday (January 13th) and all proceeds from the event will benefit the EB Research Partnership, an organization that funds research to treat and cure Epidermolysis Bullosa.

John Osborne from Brothers Osborne plays guitar on Elle King’s song, “Tulsa,” which she just released from her upcoming album, Come Get Your Wife. The track also features Ashley McBryde on backing vocals.

Guitar virtuoso and legend Jeff Beck passed away on Tuesday (January 10th) after contracting bacterial meningitis. The music world mourned the loss of the icon, including one of country music’s best guitar players — Keith Urban. On Wednesday (January 11th), he posted a heartfelt tribute to him, saying, “I was shocked and saddened to hear that Jeff Beck had ‘portaled into the next realm.’ It’s impossible to label or frame his gift, his music, his ART, or to try and quantify his impact on not only guitarists, but all kinds of musicians, singers, and music lovers all over the world. He’s absolutely one of the few faces on the Mt. Rushmore of guitar players.” Keith was able to stand side stage, along with ZZ Top’s Billy Gibbons, last year and was mesmerized by his talent firsthand.

God bless you Jeff. Thank you for your light. RIP brother. pic.twitter.com/hGWcrDk3pn

— Keith Urban (@KeithUrban) January 12, 2023

Tyler Hubbard will be featured on CMT’s Hot 20 Countdown this weekend. Catch him on Saturday (January 14th) beginning at 9am ET/8am CT and Sunday (January 15th) beginning at 8am ET/7am CT.

This weekend on #cmtHot20 @blakeshelton goes back to the glory days, @tylerhubbard gives a whole new meaning to every inch is a mile, @ernest615 talks budding friendship w/ @wizkhalifa & @ElleKingMusic proves Trying Jesus may be Worth A Shot! Tune in Sat at 9a/8c & Sun at 8a/7c! pic.twitter.com/hCR2vIXOc7

— CMT Hot 20 Countdown (@cmtHot20) January 12, 2023

The lineup for this year’s RodeoHouston has been announced. The 20-day event kicks off with Parker McCollum February 28th, following his sold-out debut last year. RodeoHouston will also include headliners such as Jon Pardi (March 8th), Chris Stapleton (March 16th) with Luke Bryan closing it out March 19th. Other performers include Ashley McBryde, Brad Paisley, Brooks & Dunn, Kenny Chesney, Zac Brown Band, Jason Aldean, The Chainsmokers, New Kids on the Block, Machine Gun Kelly and Cody Johnson, among others.

Individual RODEOHOUSTON tickets will go on sale to the public Thursday, January 12th. For the first time, they will be sold in two waves, 10am and 2pm, at rodeohouston.com.