Before May of this year, the last time we heard new music from Erin Viancourt was Valentine's Day of 2020. That single, "Cowgirl," reinforced everything we fell in love with Viancourt for on her debut single, "Playin' Old Records:" rock-solid vocals, atmospheric production and honest penmanship that solidified her as one of the top rising... Continue Reading →
Songs That Shaped Me: Amanda Fields
Country music is a genre steeped in tradition. There is a clear linear through each of its eras, both sonically and lyrically, that make fans fall in love with their favorite songs, and artists to draw influence as they hone their own craft. With her debut album, What, When and Without, Amanda Fields proved herself... Continue Reading →
Get to Know Brandon Morrell and The Backstage Pass
For four years, our friend Brandon Morrell has run his podcast The Backstage Pass, where he has conducted interviews with hundreds of artists ranging from musical legends to the brightest up-and-comers in music. We chatted with him to get the inside scoop on how he has built his brand! Morrell with Randall King Pro Country:... Continue Reading →
Hayden Baker Exudes Confidence on New EP, ‘Growing Pains’
"Growing Pains" is more than just the title of Hayden Baker's latest EP: it's the summation of years of hard work that the Texas native has put in to honing his craft since he debuted himself five years ago. And if streaming numbers are any indication, that work is paying off in spades. When Baker... Continue Reading →
Ben Kadlecek Gets Vulnerable with New Single, “Feel”
The Covid pandemic shook the music industry to its core. In what felt like the blink of an eye, artists, fans and industry folks alike had live music, and for a time, recording, taken away. When music is all you know, a sudden stop can rock artists like Ben Kadlecek. In the midst of settling... Continue Reading →
Taylor Tumlinson Makes a Strong Return with New, Self-Titled Album
It's often said good things are worth the wait. In the case of Taylor Tumlinson and her new, self-titled album, the wait was worth it for Tumlinson and herfans alike, as she turned in a tight seven-song effort chock full of fiery, up-tempo Texas country tunes and tender ballads that sees the Texas native turning... Continue Reading →
Alex Miller Keeps Momentum Rolling with New Single, “Girl, I Know A Guy”
Alex Miller has come a long way in just two short years. For many, 2021 was the first time Alex Miller came on to the radar of those in the traditional country community when he brought an unapologetic country twang to season 19 of American Idol. He soon followed with his debut album, Miller Time,... Continue Reading →
Bonner Rhae Finds Her Path with Debut Album, ‘Forward Address’
Many artists say that releasing music is cathartic, but for Bonner Rhae, it truly was. The release of her debut album, Forward Address, marked both an end and beginning for the Alvin, Texas native. The eight-song effort boldly marks the end of a season where she was merely content with how her life was unfolding.... Continue Reading →
Alyssa Micaela Sticks to Her Guns on Debut Album ‘The Hard Way’
As you'll read below, Alyssa Micaela says the release of her debut album, The Hard Way, was "liberating" for her. After a long rollout, The Hard Way captures Micaela presenting the music that she wants to make: music that speaks to her and that she's proud to stand behind. The 11 tracks that make up... Continue Reading →
JaeCe Simon on Following Her Musical Dreams and Early Successes
The difference a year can make can sometimes be staggering. Around this time last year, JaeCe Simon decided to put her all into pursuing her country music dreams. In the calendar year that has followed, the California native has earned hundreds of thousands of streams across three single releases, including over 100,000 on her debut... Continue Reading →