TC Taylor comes at us with a hard driving fun party song for summer! Background vocals provided by Harmoni Kelley (Kenny Chesney's bass player) and steel guitar done by Doyle Grisham (Jimmy Buffet's Coral Reefer Band).
An amazing song dedicated to the men and women who have served and continue to serve the greatest country on earth. With many accolades already to their name, this year includes a near clean sweep of nominations at the 2024 Josie Awards at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, TN. (Band of the Year, Drummer of the Year, Guitarist of the Year, Bassist of the Year, Male Vocalist of the Year, Keyboardist of the Year, and winner of the 2023 Vocalist of the Year). Whistlin’ Dixie is a hard diving, guitar charged country band that every song reminds us of home, faith, and family.
JED & CLAIRE SENECA
Jed and Claire Seneca is an award winning country duo with compelling positive songs about Love, Hope, Marriage, Family, Faith and God. They earned acclaim with their self-titled debut album on Ransom Records. Released in 1994, the project was at the forefront of a new genre of music that combined country music instrumentation with faith-based lyrics. Seneca’s debut spawned four singles that charted in the top five, among them three that became #1 hits for the husband/wife duo.
CCM Magazine touted Seneca among the “New Faces of the Year” and their song “The Real True Love Can Wait” become an anthem for the teen purity movement. In 1996 they were voted Vocal Duo of the Year by the Christian Country Music Association. They toured extensively throughout the United States and Europe, and quickly earned an enthusiastic legion of fans.
"I've always wanted the opportunity to move people with my music, just like how music moved me." Chip Darby, a 19 year old musician out of the SETX (Southeast Texas) area, has been bringing the heat with Texas Blues, Southern Rock, and Traditional Country music. The Song, "Where The Creek Flows" by Darby, is a love song written about a girl who told him that he'd regret the things he's done in their relationship and that the relationship was over. Heartbroken, in response to the words she had said, he told her " You may think I will, but I never ever will, hang up this ol' cowboy hat."
"Lean On Each Other" was written in the middle of a strawberry field in Poteet, TX. I played an acoustic set at the Strawberry Festival to end a 9 day acoustic run, and was camping on the festival grounds, getting ready to drive 8 hours back home the next day. I was thinking about how, when you are away from your significant other for an extended period of time, sometimes you're not always on the same page after that distance, and when you finally do get to see each other again, nothing really matters except coming back together and reconnecting.
Chris Edwards, simply put, is a singer-songwriter rooted in the deep Pineywoods of East Texas. Whether it's folkin' n' rollin' with a raucous band behind him, or armed with his guitar and songs, he is a compelling favorite among live music connoisseurs in the region.
With a suitcase full of influences ranging from the old-time folk and country he grew up with (thanks to his grandparents' record collection) to more recent Texas troubadours like Robert Earl Keen into rockier territory like the Old 97's, Chris Edwards' blend of catchy melodies and literate lyrics prove that he is a songwriter, first and foremost, focusing on "just writing good songs."
With a new album, “Homebrew,” about to come out (June 28th), Edwards feels he's "just getting warmed up," despite many valleys in his musical journey, but hey, the struggles and in-between periods just make the songs and stories all that more potent.
ONE CHURCH ONE BAR TOWN tells a story that mirrors April N. Smith's life. Here's the story directly from April: "I grew up in a small town with a population of less than 2,000 people...and 1,999 all knew me by name because my father was in local law enforcement and my mother was the school nurse. I attended church at First Baptist Church in Daingerfield which, at the time, was the largest church in town. It was a blessing and a curse to be from such a small place because everybody knew who I was, yet EVERYBODY KNEW WHO I BELONGED TO so if I messed up, there was no hiding it! I jokingly say that I loved living here so much I moved across the driveway when I started my own family, but that’s the reality of it. I live next door to my grandmother and across the street from my mom. I’ve moved away twice, never selling my home here. Both times I returned to the comfort and familiarity that comes from being in a place “where everybody knows your name”. So, when I was pitched this song, it felt like “home”.This song resonated with me because it truly is my life. My favorite line from the song is “My congregation meets on both sides of the street ”because I truly belong to both kind of people. The lyrics were beautifully written by Helene Cronin and Kristen Kuiper as if they had watched a slide show of my past and penned it as such." ONE CHURCH ONE BAR TOWN is a smooth country radio single Produced by Paul Osborn, the song showcases April's smooth vocals and incredible instrumentation.
One show is all it takes.
This Texas woman is a Strong, Independent, and Sassy Singer/Songwriter. She was Born and Raised in Houston, TX but, Fort Worth, TX is where she calls home. From singing on a stage in her bedroom that her father built her, to singing at big performances such as Houston Rodeo and auditioning for American Idol. Madison Paige Country is no-joke.
She speaks of heartache, bullying, and love through her music. Madison says, 'Everything she writes is and will always be raw and truth-telling'. She started singing at the age of two and began guitar at the age of ten. She is self-taught with both. She continues to open the opportunity to learn new instruments.
Although music is a love and passion that comes with a wide range of publicity, Madison uses it positively. She focuses on pushing Anti-bullying and teaches women and little girls to be natural. She knows fans out there idolize her and she plans to be a good role model throughout her whole career. Madison idolized Carrie Underwood and Leann Rimes growing up. Now she idolizes even more women such as Tenille Townes, Jewel, Jo Dee Messina.
Madison has a drive like no other. She has the grind and determination to make it to the next finish line. With every show, she shows why she deserves to walk in the path of many other music legends out there who have paved the way for artists like her. She loves what she does and makes sure her fans are loving it too. This isn't just an ordinary Texas Woman, This is Madison Paige Country.
RISING COUNTRY STAR TREY CALLOWAY ANNOUNCES TRIBUTE TO SERVICE
“Forgotten Man” is a high energy tribute to selfless people giving their all for others. It celebrates the altruism of our unsung heroes, including farmers and soldiers, and is being released for Memorial Day to honor all those who’ve made the ultimate sacrifice for our way of life. “Forgotten Man” showcases Calloway’s storytelling prowess and heartfelt lyrics, as it delves into the struggles and sacrifices of untold people, with an uplifting toe-tapping tempo that invites us to raise a toast with Calloway to ordinary people making an extraordinary difference.
“Forgotten Man” is releasing on the heels of a year that’s seen Calloway’s streaming numbers increase by over 600,000 streams and Calloway earning Country Song of the Year wins from both the Texas Country Music Awards and Josie Music Awards. “Forgotten Man” is sure to continue Calloway’s string of hit releases, while reminding us of those among us who meaningfully serve others.
Tim StClair Music - realeased this new song
JIMMY BOWEN
Jimmy Bowen is a highly acclaimed musician, singer, and songwriter from Charlotte, N.C. He became involved in music by age 5 and has been creating music for over three decades, touring internationally with some of the most well-known and respected names in bluegrass music including Charlie Waller & The Country Gentlemen and David Parmley & Continental Divide. He has had the opportunity and privilege to share the stage with country legends including Earl Thomas Conley, Eddie Raven, John Conlee, Josh Turner, Little Jimmy Dickens, and Mel Tillis, and has even had the honor to perform at the White House for President George W. Bush, Sr. and at the Smithsonian Institute in Washington, D.C. In October of 2019, Bowen was inducted into the National Traditional Country Music Association’s America’s Old-Time Country Music Hall of Fame and was named Folk/Americana Artist of the Year during the 2022 Josie Music Awards
Cateran.
Originally formed in 2014 the band is comprised of a group of seasoned musicians and friends who had previously played in many different bands and in many guises.
In addition to their own set of self-penned and recorded songs, Cateran also perform a selection of hand-picked cover versions, all performed in their own style.
Featuring five vocalists and with influences including the Eagles; Crosby Stills Nash & Young and Runrig, to name but a few, their sound features warm, close, blended harmonies, which underpin their melodic but meaningful song-writing style.
2017 saw the release of Cateran’s debut album, ‘Southerness’, with the release being celebrated with a capacity crowd at The Fort Theatre in Bishopbriggs, Glasgow. It was also featured on BBC Radio Scotland’s popular ‘Iain Anderson Show’.
Cateran released, (December 2022), an EP on USB called ’The Gathering’. The tracks are available on all the usual music streaming platforms.
The band has already enjoyed extensive exposure and recognition for two recent singles they released; ‘Rise’ and ‘I’ll Always Be There’. Both songs received numerous radio station plays across a wide range of countries; UK, Ireland, Canada, USA and Australian stations have all picked up and featured these songs. Cateran were particularly pleased to have high profile stations in Nashville, Memphis and New York, to name a few States, playing their music.
Emerging from COVID lockdowns, in 2022, they sold out and played concerts in Scotland plus featured in a prominent slot at the annual ‘Moira Furnace Folk Festival’ in England, where their performance received excellent feedback. More recently, they sold out several evenings at the Fort Theatre Bishopbriggs, and The Lanternouse Theatre Cumbernauld.
The band are completely self-contained, providing, both sound and lighting equipment when required, and will adapt to the requirements of the venue and the audience, by appearing in a more “acoustic” format with a percussion setup rather than drumkit, when this would be a more appropriate option for smaller, more intimate gigs. The band also offer a trio/quartet based around vocals and acoustic guitar for promotional radio/TV appearances.
Last Train To Glory by Marc Ricks
Marc Ricks
Christian Country Alternative: a new genre of my own creation. Music is in my soul and my faith in Christ is my passion. With the country music genre being the hub and my "go-to" style of choice, it becomes more and more apparent that the new norm of country music is to push the boundaries and see what many artists can get away with regarding content and lyrics, which is problematic for many like myself that simply enjoy wholesome lyrics and simple harmonic construction.
In the fall of 2023 as a "starving teacher", it occurred to me to try my hand at being a "starving artist" and use the same modern sounds as some of my favorites — such as Combs, Pardi, and Midland — but incorporate lyrics and stories that either come straight from the Word or are relevant from a Christian perspective. Having released my first EP in February of 2024, appropriately titled Showcase, it felt like that goal was achieved. Please drop me a like or comment and also follow me on my social media pages and Patreon for exclusive content!
