Emerging country singer-songwriter Tracielynn is serving up a side of vengeance with the release of her latest single, “To Hell.” Produced by the esteemed Grady Saxman, "To Hell" takes listeners down the dark side of a relationship through perfectly crafted storytelling and soul stirring vocals.
LISTEN to “To Hell” HERE. When asked about the inspiration for the track, Tracielynn shares, “I was sitting upstairs with some red wine, just strumming on the guitar, and started playing this really swampy, kinda muddy chord progression. The opening line 'this bottle of whiskey's bout to take me to hell' came to me and I knew there was something here and that it had to first line out the gate. I knew it had to be a cheating song." In late 2023 the singer-songwriter released her debut EP, “More Than A Bad Habit,” with the standout single “Broadway Cowboy.” That song has gained over 1.6 million (and counting) views across TikTok, Instagram and YouTube. With her infectious energy and undeniable stage presence, Tracielynn continues winning audiences with her show-stopping performances. Upcoming tour dates include stages with Chris Janson, Randy Houser, Alabama, Diamond Rio, and The Marshall Tucker Band. You can view her current tour dates here.
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Celebrating their 25th anniversary as one of country music’s most successful groups, multi-platinum GRAMMY® Award-winning four-piece Little Big Town – comprised of Karen Fairchild, Kimberly Schlapman, Phillip Sweet, and Jimi Westbrook – joined forces with longtime friends and collaborators Sugarland at last night’s CMT Music Awards to deliver a stunning world premiere performance of their new song “Take Me Home” – listen HEREand watch HERE. The two powerhouse groups are also set to embark on a U.S. tour titled Take Me Home Tour. See more details below.
Little Big Town and Sugarland’s rendition of “Take Me Home”, originally written and released by Phil Collins in 1985, gives the song a fresh new meaning but leaves us with a familiar longing. The performance served as a monumental homecoming for the two country music giants as they last shared the CMTMA stage in 2008 for a rousing rendition of “Life In A Northern Town.” “Last night felt like a real homecoming for us and a full circle moment. When we toured with Sugarland last, we would all be backstage harmonizing different cover songs to try and surprise the audience every night. There’s something about this song that feels so nostalgic of that time. It really is like coming home,” says Little Big Town. “The Take Me Home tour feels like a celebration of being a band for 25 years and we’re so excited to throw this party with our great friends Sugarland. We’ll both be playing all our biggest hits and then some. Can’t wait to see everyone!” Fans will hear the newly released single live this fall on the Take Me Home US tour, produced by Live Nation and Sandbox Live, with special guest Sugarland and support from The Castellows. Various ticket pre-sales for the Take Me Home Tour will run throughout the week, ahead of the general sale beginning on Friday, April 12 at 10am local time at www.littlebigtown.com. The fall trek kicks off on October 24 in Greenville, SC at Bon Secours Wellness Arena and runs through December 2024, with stops in Boston, Pittsburgh, Austin, and more, before concluding on December 13 at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN. The closing night is a special Nashville homecoming for the band as it’ll be their first show in town since 2017’s iconic sold-out 10-night residency at Ryman Auditorium. The tour will also offer a variety of different VIP packages and experiences for fans to take their concert experience to the next level. Packages vary but include premium tickets, an interactive Little Big Town coffee book, a limited edition and autographed tour poster & more. VIP package contents vary based on the offer selected. For more information, visit vipnation.com 25 never looked so good! Much more to come from Little Big Town this year – stay tuned! Earmarking a major milestone, two-time CMA Award-winning and four-time GRAMMY® Award-nominated multiplatinum country singer, songwriter and producer Kelsea Ballerini celebrates the 10th anniversary of her debut smash single “Love Me Like You Mean It” with a new Reimagined Version out now.
Listen to “Love Me Like You Mean It (Reimagined)” HERE via Black River Entertainment. In conjunction with the song’s release, Kelsea is set to perform the song live during the CMT Music Awards, where she will also serve as the show’s host for the fourth year in a row. About the reimagined version, Kelsea commented, “I can’t believe it’s been ten years since ‘Love Me Like You Mean It’. To say that song changed my life is a massive understatement. It’s a part of who I am and the beginning of my journey as an artist. To celebrate its 10th birthday by sharing this Reimagined Version with my fans feels full circle and is the perfect palate cleanser before new music. I hope everyone loves this, dare I say ‘grown up’ version, as much as I do!” “Love Me Like You Mean It” initially arrived on July 8, 2014 and effectively introduced Kelsea to the world. It also assured her as a history-making force. Not only did the song go platinum, but it enshrined her as “the first female country music artist on an independent label to top the Billboard Country Airplay Chart ever”and “the first female country artist to top the chart since 2006.” Thus far, it has amassed over 248 million all-time streams, including 40 million YouTube views on the music video—which also earned a CMT Music Awards nomination for “Breakthrough Video of the Year.” Most importantly, it set the stage for the release of her platinum full-length debut LP, The First Time. Right now, Kelsea is in the studio, creating the follow-up to her acclaimed Rolling Up The Welcome Mat EP. The latter claimed a spot on year-end lists by Billboard and Rolling Stone and garnered both a CMA nomination for “Album of the Year'' and GRAMMY® Award nomination in the category of “Best Country Album.” Kelsea currently leads the field for 2024 CMT Music Awards nominations including: “Video of the Year,” “Female Video of the Year” and “CMT Performance of the Year.” Stay tuned for more from Kelsea Ballerini soon. In the meantime, experience “Love Me Like You Mean It” for the first time all over again. Tenille Arts recently announced her upcoming to be honest album will be available May 3, 2024, and the new single, “So Do I,” was released today. The mesmerizing song was written by Demi Lovato, Laura Veltz, Sasha Sloan. King Henry also produced the track, which will be available on the Dreamcatcher Artists label and distributed through STEM. Pre-Order/Save/Add HERE.
“I thought the to be honest album was done when I wrote the title track, until I realized something was missing,” confessed Tenille. “I had been trying to communicate what I was going through in a song for over a year…but felt like I kept coming up short. The beautiful and humbling thing about writing music is sometimes someone else can say it better than I can. I heard ‘So Do I’ and it perfectly said exactly what I was thinking and experiencing. I am so grateful to Demi Lovato, Sasha Sloan, Laura Veltz, and King Henry for writing this song and allowing me to record it. Somehow my most personal song is one I didn’t even write, which is one of the reasons I love music and songwriters so much. I hope that anyone who listens to this song and relates to it knows that they aren’t alone in what they’re going through… because so do I.” Tenille gives fans a peak into her personal journal in the “So Do I” lyric video. She will celebrate the release of the single by performing it on the hallowed stage of the Grand Ole Opry this evening. A week later, she heads north to open the Canadian leg of Luke Bryan’s Mind of a Country Boy Tour 2024. More information is available HERE. Get ready to fall in love with the state of Tennessee when you listen to Taylor Sanders new single, “Tennessee Love.” Released today, April 5th, this song explores themes of love, longing, and a sense of home. Sanders’ rise in the country music scene has been nothing short of sensational. Getting airtime on prestigious radio stations across the country, and even going international, Taylor’s authenticity and talent has caught the attention of some leading media outlets such as The Tennessean, All Country News, Countrypolitan Magazine, MusicCrowns, and Buzz Music. “Tennessee Love” is a love letter to the simplicity and charm of small-town life in Tennessee. This melodic anthem narrates a search for love amidst the bustling streets of Los Angeles and the concrete jungle of New York City. But, like a magnet, it is the pull of Tennessee’s gentle breezes and welcoming smiles that beckon her back home. Taylor mentions that, “despite venturing far and wide to pursue my dreams, I always find myself drawn back to Tennessee where I discover a sense of belonging, comfort, and love that I cherish so deeply”. Originally a girl from Kentucky, Tennessee has always had a place in Taylor’s heart as this is where she truly calls home. Sanders began singing at a very young age, as her parents were the ones to recognize her raw natural talent for music. Taylor’s parents nurtured and supported that talent and eventually assisted in making her into the woman she is today. Reminiscing, Taylor says, “I actually made my debut performance at my kindergarten graduation, where I sang the ‘Star-Spangled Banner,’ and by the age of 9, I had already recorded my first album!” With the parents that Taylor had, it was impossible not to become the star she was turning into- “I believed I could make a music career because my mom believed in me” says Sanders. While her parents were a big inspiration for her love of music, Taylor also grew up listening to a wide range of artists who have also shaped her career over the years. Notes of powerful women such as Carrie Underwood, Christina Aguilera, Mariah Carey, and even Beyonce can be found woven into her music. “It is a rich tapestry of influences that fuels my passion for music and shapes my unique artistic identity,” Taylor says as she reflects on her music. Recently, Sanders has been elated to share the stage with big artists like Larry Gatlin and The Gatlin Brothers, as well as some other pop-up performances in Nashville. Over this past year, her attention has been devoted to crafting and recording my highly anticipated debut country album, all while becoming a new mother to her first baby boy. As Taylor takes this time to recuperate and prepare herself for the exciting season filled with performances, tours, and album promotions, she is eagerly looking forward to taking the stage at my upcoming listening/release party at the iconic CMA building. Her favorite part about performing is the storytelling and self-expression you can get through the mediums of music and dance. “One of the most memorable performances of my career was at Nissan Stadium. The grandeur of the venue, coupled with its location in the heart of Music City, made it a truly unforgettable experience.” Although Sanders is an extremely talented artist, that is not all that she is. She uses her platform for good as she breaks barriers in music as well as in her movement to support The Melanoma Research Foundation. “As a survivor of melanoma myself, I understand the importance of early detection in fighting cancer. My journey has inspired me to not only advocate for melanoma research but also to support the broader fight against all types of cancer. It's remarkable how breakthroughs in melanoma treatment often pave the way for advancements in treating various other cancers.” Tragically, Taylor’s mother passed away this January following a stem cell transplant for her myelofibrosis, a form of bone marrow cancer. This profound loss has fueled Sanders’ determination to continue raising funds for research, promoting the development of new treatments, and increasing awareness for early detection strategies across all cancer types. Whether you are supporting her cause to raise awareness, enjoying her music, or simply supporting Taylor herself, she deeply appreciates and thanks all her fans for accompanying her on this remarkable journey. Be sure to pre-save her highly anticipated upcoming single, “Tennessee Love,” by visiting: https://orcd.co/taylorsanderstennesseelove. Scheduled for release on April 5th under Taylor’s label, 22Visionz, this single promises to captivate hearts. Stay tuned for more exciting updates on her debut album, slated for release later this year. Join Taylor as she continues to share her passion and talent with the world! |
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