CHARLES ESTEN MARKS ONE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF "LOVE AIN’T PRETTY" WITH DELUXE EDITION AND RELEASE OF DUET WITH SARA EVANS

DROPS DOUBLE VINYL PLUS DIGITAL SONG RELEASE

FEATURING SARA EVANS

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CELEBRATES TONIGHT (1/24) AT

CHIEF’S ON BROADWAY IN NASHVILLE

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RETURNS TO THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW

MONDAY (1/27)

Multi-talented entertainer Charles Esten today marks the one-year anniversary of his highly acclaimed independent debut album with the double vinyl release of “Love Ain’t Pretty” Deluxe Edition. Now shipping worldwide, fans can purchase here.

Co-writing all 14 songs with acoustic guitar credits on the landmark version of the Marshall Altman-produced full-length project, Esten adds nine new bonus tracks to this special edition delivery. Featuring star-studded collaborations with Keb' Mo' and Sara Evans, with the latter also available today as a digital song release. Listen here - https://ffm.to/inabarsomewhere_duet

“‘In A Bar Somewhere’ is an ethereal and dreamlike reverie describing that moment in time, when everything about a past love affair seemed to be perfect. Although I originally recorded it solo, it always struck me that both sides of that romance might miss and mourn that magical moment, no matter how bad the whole thing ended up going,” shares Esten. “Sara Evans and I have been friends for about 10 years now, going all the way back to the time she was on NASHVILLE. By that time, I already counted myself as a fan of Sara’s. Now, cut to all these years later when she recently asked me to be on her podcast, and I in turn, was smart enough to beg her to jump on this song with me. God bless her – she was kind enough to say, ‘Yes.’ The result is a check off my bucket list, and a duet for the “Love Ain’t Pretty” Deluxe Edition that makes me very happy.”

The 23-track Deluxe Edition further includes never-before-heard demos and worktapes from the creation of “Love Ain’t Pretty”, as well as a live performance recorded from the sold-out NASHVILLE Reunion Tour (with Esten, Clare Bowen, Jonathan Jackson, and Sam Palladio). With supplies selling fast, Esten is also offering a 250-count limited edition batch here. Pressed in a beautiful “velvet chair” red-colored vinyl (to match the album cover art), this exclusive collectible will be autographed, hand-numbered, and bundled with a poster and guitar pick.

Charles Esten’s “Love Ain’t Pretty” Deluxe Edition Track List:

Side 1

1.) “Love Ain’t Pretty”
(Charles Esten, Marshall Altman, Jimmy Yeary)

2.) “A Little Right Now” 

(Charles Esten, Jacob Lyda, Brian Maher)

 
3.) “One Good Move”
(Charles Esten, Sam Backoff, Zarni deVette, Elise Hayes)

 
4.) “In A Bar Somewhere”
(Charles Esten, Jason Gantt, Neil Medley)

 
5.) “I Ain’t”
(Charles Esten, Brad Crisler, James LeBlanc)

6.) “Another Song About You”
(Charles Esten, Colin Elmore)

Side 2

1.) “When Love Ain’t Love”
(Charles Esten, Jeffrey East)

2.) “Candlelight”
(Charles Esten, Big Kenny, Eric Paslay)

3.) “Back In My Life Again”
(Charles Esten, Marcus Hummon, Bryan Todd)

4.) “Willing To Try”
(Charles Esten, Gary Burr)

5.) “Make You Happy” 

(Charles Esten, Gary Burr, Jon D’Agostino)

6.) “Maybe I’m Alright”
(Charles Esten, Leslie Satcher)

Side 3

1.) “Down The Road (feat. Eric Paslay)”
(Charles Esten, Eric Paslay, Dylan Altman)

2.) “Somewhere In The Sunshine”
(Charles Esten, Jon Nite)

3.) “In A Bar Somewhere (feat. Sara Evans)”
(Charles Esten, Jason Gantt, Neil Medley)

4.) “Maybe I’m Alright (feat. Keb' Mo')”
(Charles Esten, Leslie Satcher)

5.) “Down The Road – Live In London (feat. Clare Bowen, Jonathan Jackson, and Sam Palladio)”
(Charles Esten, Eric Paslay, Dylan Altman)

Side 4

1.) “One Good Move (Demo)”
(Charles Esten, Sam Backoff, Zarni deVette, Elise Hayes)

2.) “Back In My Life Again (Demo)”
(Charles Esten, Marcus Hummon, Bryan Todd)

3.) “Candlelight (Worktape)”
(Charles Esten, Kenny Alphin, Eric Paslay)

4.) “I Ain’t (Worktape)”
(Charles Esten, Brad Crisler, James LeBlanc)

5.) “When Love Ain’t Love (Worktape)”
(Charles Esten, Jeffrey East)

6.) “Make You Happy (Worktape)”
(Charles Esten, Gary Burr, Jon D’Agostino)

All Songs Produced by Marshall Altman

Celebrating the one-year launch tonight (1/24) in Nashville, TN, Esten will follow last year’s wildly popular “LOVE AIN’T PRETTY TOUR” – packing venues across the U.S., U.K., Netherlands, and Germany – by taking the stage at Chief’s on Broadway. Promising a setlist full of “Love Ain’t Pretty” favorites and surprise guests, tickets for the anniversary party can be found here.

Then, on Monday (1/27), he’ll return to the #1 nationally syndicated one-hour talker The Kelly Clarkson Show one year after last appearing. In addition to speaking about “Love Ain’t Pretty” Deluxe Edition, the National Honorary Spokesperson for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society will meet with teen cancer survivor and aspiring singer Elana Koenig. First introduced to Clarkson’s “Rad Human” on set in January 2024, he was moved to invite Koenig to perform at his 11th Annual Light the Late Night benefit concert in Nashville this past fall. Now reuniting with Clarkson after the event, Esten and Koenig will share footage from their memorable experience together. Fans can check local listings for timing to watch. The Kelly Clarkson Show airs on over 200 stations in 100% of the country.
Esten’s “Team Addie” campaign is accepting donations through January 31 here.

TEN-TIME COUNTRY MUSIC ASSOCIATION MUSICIAN OF THE YEAR MAC MCANALLY RELEASES TWO NEW SONGS AHEAD OF JIMMY BUFFETT TRIBUTE CONCERT

 

The wait is over! Today, electrifying artist Mac McAnally released his highly anticipated new songs “Oysters and Pearls” and “All The Way Around."

“Oysters and Pearls” is a breathtakingly beautiful tune co-written by McAnally and Jimmy Buffett. Buffet previously released the song and McAnally honors Buffett by staying true to the infamous island, tropical sound while using his unique vocals to add a sense of soulfulness and emotion to the heartfelt song.

The second new song, “All The Way Around,” paints a vivid picture of life for someone who is curious, adventurous and determined to live life to the fullest. McAnally, who knows a thing or two about traveling “All The Way Around,” wrote the song in anticipation for a performance in Antarctica. The upbeat yet laid back track is sure to become a fan favorite that gets everyone on their feet and wanting more from the talented artist.

The two new songs exclusively premiered and have been played actively on Radio Margaritaville. They are available everywhere now!

Next up, McAnally will proudly be stepping into the role of musical director for the upcoming “Keep The Party Going: A Tribute to Jimmy Buffett” Concert at The Hollywood Bowl on April 11. McAnally will be joined by The Coral Reefer Band along with Paul McCartney, Eagles, Jon Bon Jovi, Zac Brown, Jackson Browne, Brandi Carlile, Kenny Chesney, Eric Church, Sheryl Crow, Scotty Emerick, Jake Shimabukuro, Snoop Dogg, Jack Johnson, Caroline Jones, Jake Owen, Pitbull, and many more.

McAnally is currently on tour with sold out shows all around the country where fans can hear the ten-time CMA Musician of the Year play all the incredible music from his extensive catalog including his own hits and see for themselves the mind-blowing talent of the man who has written, produced and sang for decades with no sign of slowing down.

For more info and tickets to see Mac on tour, please visit http://www.macmcanally.com.

For information on “Keep The Party Going: A Tribute to Jimmy Buffett” please click here.

Mac McAnally Live Dates:

April 3 - Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla. - Ponte Vedra Concert Hall - SOLD OUT

April 4 - Clearwater, Fla. - Capitol Theatre - SOLD OUT

April 14 - Franklin, Tenn. - Franklin Theatre - SOLD OUT

April 21 - Atlanta, Ga. - City Winery - SOLD OUT

April 23 - Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla. - Ponte Vedra Concert Hall - SOLD OUT

April 25 - Clearwater, Fla. - Capitol Theatre - SOLD OUT

April 27 - Boca Raton, Fla. - Mizner Park Amphitheater

April 28 - Orlando, Fla. - The Plaza Live - SOLD OUT

May 4 - Port Neches, Texas - Port Neches RiverFest

May 30 - Hopewell, Va. - The Beacon Theatre

May 31 - Rocky Mount, Va. - Harvester Performance Center - SOLD OUT

June 1 - Bristol, Va. - Paramount Center for the Arts - SOLD OUT

June 7 - Arlington, Texas - Texas Hall

June 8 - Crystal Beach, Texas - Camp Margaritaville

June 14 - Philadelphia, Pa. - City Winery

June 15 - Amagansett, N.Y. - The Stephen Talkhouse - SOLD OUT

Aug. 7 - Mesa, Ariz. - Mesa Arts Center

Aug. 8 - Solana Beach, Calif. - Belly Up Tavern - SOLD OUT

Aug. 9 - West Hollywood, Calif. - The Troubadour

Aug. 31 - Pelham, Tenn. - The Caverns

Aug. 13 - Charleston, S.C. - Charleston Music Hall - SOLD OUT

Aug. 15 - Evans, Ga. - Columbia County Performing Arts Center

Oct. 10 - Port Neches, Texas - Neches River Wheelhouse

Nov. 1 - Newberry, S.C. - Newberry Opera House - SOLD OUT

SONGS YOU SHOULD BE LISTENING TO: FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Some good tunes available at digital outlets everywhere right now - go on and check 'em out, #tuneoutthenoise and #sharethemusic!

Be sure to check out the artist websites and find out more about them. Check out their tour dates, buy their merchandise and connect with them on social media.

THIS WEEK'S GOOD STUFF

"Red Dirt Church" - Russell Dickerson and NeedToBreathe

"Leather" - Cody Johnson (You should be listening to this entire album. Wow!)

"Tennesee Don't Mind" - Kameron Marlowe

"I Can Still Make Cheyenne" - Max McNown and Grace Tyler

"Outlaws and Mustangs" - Cody Jinks

"Go Get Her" - Restless Road

"Seven Bridges Road" - Brothers of the Heart (This entire new album is outstanding!)

"Cost of Freedom" - Kurt Stevens

"I Got A Problem" - Drake Milligan

"Let Your Love Flow" - William Michael Morgan and The Bellamy Brothers

"'87 Chevy" - Rhett Walker

"Tell the Devil" - Joseph Habedank

"This Side of the Dirt" - Hunter Brothers

"These Are the Days" - Cory Asbury and Amy Grant

"Don't Talk to Me Like That" - Walker County

"Oil and Cattle" - Brett Kissel and George Canyon

"Cryin' Time" - George Ducas

"Let It Ride (Let It Roll)" - Craig Wayne Boyd

 

"A TRIBUTE TO THE JUDDS" OUT NOW

In Honor of the Duo’s 40th Anniversary, the Album Brings Together Artists Across Multiple Genres to Celebrate the Legacy of The Judds

Listen HERE

In celebration of The Judds’ 40th anniversary, some of music’s biggest stars have come together for A Tribute to The Judds, a compilation album full of reimagined versions of the legendary duo’s discography out now, on BMG. 

 
Throughout the record, the featured artists – Wynonna Judd, Ashley McBryde, Barnett, Lynne, and West, Blake Shelton, Carl Perkins, Carly Pearce, Cody Johnson, Dolly Parton, Ella Langley, Gabby Barrett, Gwen Stefani, Jamey Johnson, Jelly Roll, Jennifer Nettles, K. Michelle, Lainey Wilson, LeAnn Rimes, Megan Moroney, Molly Tuttle, O.N.E. The Duo, Raul Malo, Reba McEntire, Rob Ickes, Shelly Fairchild, Sonya Isaacs, The Fisk Jubilee Singers, Trey Hensley, Trisha Yearwood, and Wendy Moten – all intertwine their signature sound into the beloved music of The Judds, creating a powerful adulation to one of the most iconic duos in Country music.

All tracks from the album were developed by The Judds’ original producer and six-time Grammy award winner, Brent Maher outside of “Cry Myself to Sleep,” which was produced by four-time CMA winner Cactus Moser. Forty years after signing the mother daughter duo to RCA Records, Joe Galante now serves as the project’s executive producer and spearheaded the record into fruition alongside Renee Bell. Galante’s previous work with The Judds culminated in multiple accolades including: 6 multi-platinum studio albums, 5 Grammy awards, 9 CMA awards, 8 ACM awards, and an induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame.

“Mama He’s Crazy” featuring multi-award-winning artists, Dolly Parton and Lainey Wilson will serve as the focus track for the album and can be heard HERE.

In honor of Naomi Judd, A Tribute to The Judds has also partnered with the National Alliance of Mental Illness Tennessee. For more information on NAMI, please visit: NAMITN.org.

 
A Tribute to The Judds Track List:

1. Girls Night Out – Reba McEntire, Carly Pearce, Jennifer Nettles, Gabby Barrett

2. Mama He’s Crazy – Lainey Wilson and Dolly Parton

3. Why Not Me – Megan Moroney

4. Grandpa (Tell Me ‘Bout The Good Old Days) [feat. Sonya Isaacs] – Cody Johnson

5. Rockin’ With The Rhythm Of The Rain – Ashley McBryde and Shelly Fairchild

6. Young Love (Strong Love) – Ella Langley and Jamey Johnson

7. Have Mercy – LeAnn Rimes

8. Love Is Alive – Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton

9. Had A Dream (For The Heart) – Wendy Moten and O.N.E The Duo

10. I Know Where I’m Going – Barnett, Lynne & West

11. Let Me Tell You About Love – Carl Perkins and Raul Malo

12. John Deere Tractor – Rob Ickes & Trey Hensley and Molly Tuttle

13. Cry Myself To Sleep – Wynonna Judd and Trisha Yearwood

14. Love Can Build A Bridge – Jelly Roll, K. Michelle, and The Fisk Jubilee Singers

NASHVILLE’S BRYAN RUBY DROPS CELEBRATORY COVER OF THE JOHN FOGERTY CLASSIC BASEBALL ANTHEM “CENTERFIELD”

Nashville-based country artist Bryan Ruby just dropped a lively cover of John Fogerty’s classic baseball anthem, “Centerfield.” 

The new version is available for streaming and download HERE.

“Centerfield” was released by John Fogerty, who also penned the song, in March 1985 as the B-side of “Rock and Roll Girls.” It was also the title track of Fogerty’s comeback album about a decade after leaving Creedence Clearwater Revival. A track that combined two of his passions, baseball and rock and roll, the song has been a fixture at baseball parks everywhere, played during team breaks and in between innings. Even the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York is known for playing it. The song also garnered a 1985 Grammy nomination for Best Male Rock Vocal Performance.

Spending most of his life on baseball fields, Bryan Ruby wants fans to know he considers it an honor to record a cover of such a beloved song. A minor league professional ball player who has heard “Centerfield” played in baseball parks worldwide for years, it’s no surprise that the song holds a lot of meaning to him personally.  Ruby is set to cap off his baseball playing career in the upcoming months, suiting up in one final tournament to close out the summer before officially retiring from the sport this fall. 

“This song is an all-time classic and a personal favorite of mine,” expressed Bryan Ruby.  “When I think of a ‘baseball song,’ I immediately think of ‘Centerfield.’ As the son of a lifelong baseball coach and a longtime player myself, this ballpark anthem has truly been the soundtrack of our lives. I’m proud to put my own personal spin on it. It’s already been a nonstop summer. I’ve been crisscrossing the country at stadiums big and small singing the “Star Spangled Banner,” “God Bless America,” and doing pregame and postgame ballpark shows. I wanted my version of ‘Centerfield’ to channel the energy and excitement we feel at the stadium every day. We bumped up the tempo compared to the original version, added a key change in the final chorus, and layered in a few extra guitars in order to really blow the roof off of it. I’m thankful to my producer Smith Curry, who recruited not one, but three current ACM-nominated finalists for Studio Musician Of The Year (Billy Justineau on keys, Miles McPherson on drums, and Steve Mackey on bass) to play with me on the song. I feel very honored to be working with such talented people at this early stage in my career.”

“Well, I beat the drum and hold the phone

The sun came out today

We're born again, there's new grass on the field

A-roundin' third, I'm headed for home

It's a brown-eyed handsome man

Anyone can understand the way I feel

Oh, put me in coach, I'm ready to play today

Put me in coach, I'm ready to play today

Look at me, I can be centerfield

Well, I spent some time in the Mudville Nine

Watching it from the bench

You know I took some lumps

When the Mighty Casey struck out

So say hey Willie, tell Ty Cobb and Joe DiMaggio

Don't say it ain't so you know the time is now

So put me in coach, I'm ready to play today

Put me in coach, I'm ready to play today

Look at me, I can be centerfield…”

Rounding out the all-star cast of musicians are Smith Curry on steel guitar, Nathan Keeterle on electric guitar, and Sam Hunter on acoustic guitar. The song was recorded at Omni Studios in Nashville, with Josh Emmons serving as engineer behind the board during the session. Mark Lonsway performed background vocals and David Axelrod (Santi Sound) served as lead vocal tracking engineer on the project. The single was mixed by Bobby Holland (Pentavarit Studios) and mastered by John Mayfield from Mayfield Mastering. The cover art was photographed by Jonah Van Bemmelen and Max Gordon assisted with graphic design on the project. 

Keep current with Bryan Ruby by following him on his website at bryanrubymusic.com and his social media sites Facebook, Instagram, Threads and TikTok. Also be sure to subscribe to watch videos on his official YouTube channel. 

Stream and download Bryan Ruby music on digital outlets everywhere.

#TUNEDIN - SONGS YOU SHOULD BE LISTENING TO: FRIDAY, JUNE 23

Some good tunes available at digital outlets everywhere right now.

Go on and check 'em out.

Be sure to check out the artist websites and find out more about them. Check out their tour dates, buy their merchandise and connect with them on social media.

#tuneoutthenoise and #sharethemusic!

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THIS WEEK'S TUNES

Joseph Habedank & Scotty Inman - "Hallelujah"

Zach Williams - "Lookin' For You" (Live at Austin City Limits)

Danny Gokey - "God Bless the USA"

Clint Brown & Sonya Isaacs  - "When I Get Where I'm Going"

Gaither, Alabama & The Oak Ridge Boys - "Jesus and John Wayne"

Charles Esten - "In a Bar Somewhere"

Raleigh Keegan - "Scenes from a Six String"

Canaan Cox - "Twice" (Ensemble Cut)

Brady Seals - "Deeper Shade of Blue-Collar"

Michael Ray & Meghan Patrick - "Spirits and Demons"

Old Crow Medicine Show - "Miles Away"

Kylie Frey - "Hell of a Life"

Adam & The Armadillos - "One of Those"

The Washboard Union - "Sometimes You Don't Need a Plan"

Dillon Carmichael - "Drinkin' Problems"

KARISSA ELLA RELEASES NEW EP, 'IT’S PERSONAL'

Ohio Native Opens Up Artistically and Personally Through Nostalgic, Reflective 

Six-Song Release

Singer/songwriter Karissa Ella is further cementing her status as one of country’s music’s most burgeoning talents with the release of her long-awaited EP, It’s Personal.

True to its name, the new project showcases the Ohio native’s infectious hooks and stunning vocals on material that is particularly personal to her and gives listeners a look into who she is as both an artist and an individual like never before.

Produced by Casey Wood (Randy Travis, Reba McEntire, Charlie Daniels), It's Personal features all of Ella’s latest releases, including “White Dress Worthy” – the heartfelt collaboration she crafted alongside her mother, Lori Haasz, which was featured on PEOPLE.com – as well as “Hometown Bar,” which garnered a world premiere on CMT Music, and the good-time anthem, “Well Tequila.”

Listen to It’s Personal here: https://lnk.to/KEpersonal

The release of the new EP builds on what has already been an incredibly impactful year for Ella.

She was recently selected as PickleJar and Cumulus Media’s first-ever Spotlight Artist on their new syndicated overnight show “PickleJar Up All Night,” which is currently playing the EP’s focus track, "I Hope Heavens Like," across Cumulus Media Country stations in 47 U.S. markets. The support from Cumulus elevated Ella’s song to #89 on Country Radio, an almost unheard-of feat for an artist not signed to a major record label, and it followed her standout debut CMA Fest performance before a generous crowd earlier this month.

“I like to look at every project as a milestone and I’m really proud of the growth, maturity and vulnerability I’ve discovered over the past few years that led to and shaped this one,” said Ella. “There were a lot of songs to choose from but I wanted each one on this EP to be a genuine and personal reflection of where I’m at in my life right now. My heart is happy these days and I think that’s apparent throughout Its Personal. As far as milestones go, this is a big one and it’s only the start of the reflective and expressive singing, songwriting and storytelling that is to come!”

It’s Personal Track Listing:

1.) Well Tequila (Karissa Ella, Joshua Gleave)

2.) I Hope Heaven’s Like (Karissa Ella, Cassidy Best, Claire Carruthers)

3.) Tecovas (Karissa Ella)

4.) White Dress Worthy (Karissa Ella, Lori Haasz)

5.) Hometown Bar (Karissa Ella, Aubrey Toone, Cassidy Best, Regan Rousseau)

6.) Vintage (Karissa Ella, Alex Seier, Chris Buck)

For more information – including Ella’s new tour dates as she hits the road more than ever – please visit karissaella.com

SONGS YOU SHOULD BE LISTENING TO: FRIDAY, JUNE 16

Some good tunes have been released and are available at digital outlets everywhere the past few weeks - go on and check 'em out, #tuneoutthenoise and #sharethemusic!

Be sure to check out the artist websites and find out more about them. Check out their tour dates, buy their merchandise and connect with them on social media.

THIS WEEK'S "MUST LISTEN" LIST

Kameron Marlowe - "I Can Lie (The Truth Is)"

Skip Ewing - "Knots"

Ray Scott - "Ripples"

Lewis Brice & Lee Brice - "Product Of"

Lee Brice - "Save the Roses" (Acoustic)

Joe Nichols - "Brokenhearted"

Craig Wayne Boyd - "Golden"

Lori McKenna - "The Town in Your Heart"

Tony Jackson - "Five Dollar Bible"

Mitch Rossell - "Son"

Walker Montgomery - "Work to Do"

Brent Cobb - "Southern Star"

Anne Wilson - "Seventh of June"

Joseph Habedank - "The Basement"

Ashley McBryde - "Learned to Lie"

Brandy Clark - "Dear Insecurity"

Ronnie Dunn - "Because He Lives"

Larry Fleet - "Layaway"

THIS WEEK'S MUSIC ROW COUNTRYBREAKOUT CHART

1 Everything She Ain’t - Hailey Whitters

2 Angels - Thomas Rhett

3 Memory Lane - Old Dominion

4 Love You Anyway - Luke Combs

5 Next Thing You Know - Jordan Davis

6 Drinkaby - Cole Swindell

7 Your Heart Or Mine - Jon Pardi

8 Need A Favor - Jelly Roll

9 Fast Car - Luke Combs

10 Standing Room Only - Tim McGraw

11 Girl In Mine - Parmalee

12 Bury Me In Georgia - Kane Brown

13 Looking For You - Chris Young

14 Can’t Have Mine - Dylan Scott

15 Light On In The Kitchen - Ashley McBryde

16 Heaven By Then - Brantley Gilbert with Blake Shelton & Vince Gill

17 All I Need Is You - Chris Janson

18 But I Got A Beer In My Hand - Luke Bryan

19 Religiously - Bailey Zimmerman

20 If You Go Down (I’m Goin’ Down Too) - Kelsea Ballerini

21 Only Need One - Ned LeDoux

22 Fearless - Jackson Dean

23 Nobody’s Nobody - Brothers Osborne

24 Fires Don’t Start Themselves - Darius Rucker

25 Creek Will Rise - Conner Smith

26 Stars Like Confetti - Dustin Lynch

27 Watermelon Moonshine - Lainey Wilson

28 Buy A Bar - Tim Dugger

29 Missin’ You - Cam Allen

30 Try That In A Small Town - Jason Aldean

31 Save The Roses - Lee Brice

32 Country Can - Hannah Ellis

33 Jealous Of Myself - Tenille Arts

34 We Got History - Mitchell Tenpenny

35 Different ‘Round Here - Riley Green (feat. Luke Combs)

36 3 Tequila Floor - Josiah Siska

37 Something In The Orange - Zach Bryan 

38 God Gave Me A Girl - Russell Dickerson

40 Blacktop Don’t - BoomTown Saints

41 Dents On A Chevy - Ty Herndon & Terri Clark

42 The Longer I Live - Aaron Goodvin & Ryan Kinder

43 If He Wanted To He Would - Kylie Morgan

44 Truck Bed - HARDY

45 Revival - Shenandoah

46 Blue Suede Boots - Coffey Anderson

47 State You Left Me In - Jake Worthington

48 Make You Mine - MaRynn Taylor

49 Out Of That Truck - Carrie Underwood

50 See You Next Summer - Brian Kelley

51 Marry That Girl - Easton Corbin

52 Sunday Chapel - Dave Herrera

53 On The Boat Again - Jake Owen

54 Wings Of A White Dove - Flat River Band

55 Heartache Waiting To Happen - Cutter Elliott

56 Every Town’s Got One - Ty Gregory

57 If I Die Young Pt. 2 - Kimberly Perry

58 We Ride - Bryan Martin

59 I Ain’t Done Singin’ Yet - Jon Brennan

60 Shoot Tequila - Tigirlily Gold

61 Little Bit Of You - Brooke Moriber

62 Bad Day To Be A Cold Beer - Chase Rice

63 Trouble - Rachel Stacy

64 If I Was A Beer - Ken Domash

65 Wind Up - Josh Mirenda

66 Without You - Thompson Square

67 World On Fire - Nate Smith

68 Young Again - Dylan Gerard

69 Rest In Peace - Taylor Austin Dye

70 Why Didn’t I Call You - Andrew Salgado

71 Seven Year Ache - Aaron Watson

72 Could Really Use a Friend - Rebecca Moreland

73 My Favorite - Glen Templeton

74 Fast Car - Randy Rogers Band

75 Giving Up On That - Dalton Dover

76 Be The One - Josh Kinney

77 Should’ve Known Better - Erin Viancourt 

78 Glass Half Empty - Chris Clark

79 Home Is Where The Heart Is - Lucie Tiger

80 Tonight’s On You - Nathan Merovich

Source: Music Row Magazine

THE FRONTMEN RELEASE LONG AWAITED NEW MUSIC

"Left Their Mark” and "Amazed (The Frontmen Edition)”

Available for Streaming Today

Download or Stream Here 

The Frontmen (Larry Stewart of Restless Heart; Richie McDonald, formerly of Lonestar; and Tim Rushlow, formerly of Little Texas) today released two fresh songs through their new label home, BMG/BBR Music Group. “Left Their Mark” and “Amazed (The Frontmen Edition)” are available now through all digital streaming music providers.

These debut songs from The Frontmen feature McDonald singing lead on “Left Their Mark,” which gives a heartfelt nod to our men and women in uniform, and “Amazed (The Frontmen Edition),” a re-record of Lonestar’s 1999 No. 1 smash hit.

With Memorial Day approaching, McDonald feels the timing is right for the world to hear the red, white and blue drenched, “Left Their Mark.” The song was written by McDonald and hit tunesmith James Dean Hicks.

“It’s crazy to think a song that me and James Dean Hicks wrote over thirteen years ago now has a chance to touch some hearts and leave a mark on the world," says McDonald. "That’s what I love about making music.”

The national television broadcast premiere of "Left Their Mark" happens this Memorial Day weekend on the Tunnel to Towers Dallas Never Forget Concert Country Music Salutes America’s Heroes TV special. Stewart, McDonald and Rushlow join an all-star lineup of Jelly Roll, Tanya Tucker, Ian Munsick, Dennis Quaid, Krista Marie and more, in saluting our nation's military heroes and first responders. The program will air across multiple broadcast partners in the coming months, beginning with this weekend's premiere across major FOX affiliate markets. Click here for broadcast details. Watch the sizzle reel here.

These new songs from The Frontmen are but a taste of what’s to come from the three legendary voices of '90s country. More tunes, all of which will be included on an upcoming album, will be released in the coming months, with Stewart, Rushlow and McDonald tag-teaming lead vocals. Two-time GRAMMY-nominated Mickey Jack Cones is producing the project.

RIVER HOUSE ARTISTS RELEASES "IT'S A GOD THING" ALBUM FEATURING CHRISTIAN THEMED SONGS

Find "It's a God Thing" Here 

River House Artists has released "It's a God Thing, Volume One",  a collaborative collection of Christian songs by country artists and songwriters. The 6 song album brings Christian and worship music together with a country sound. The album features songs written by Mo Pitney, Jimmy Yeary, Brandon Kinney and Casey Beathard and performed by Mo Pitney, Dillon Carmichael, Jordan Rowe, Chevas Phillips, Old Hickory and Reid Haughton.

The album was a passion project for River House Artists VP/GM Zebb Luster, who was inspired by his family church, Cowboy Church Ministries based in LaBelle, FL. This years marks the church's 25th anniversary. 

Luster said, "After playing this for the team at River House, everyone’s excitement for the project made it clear this is something we had to release. This will be something we want to continue to do each year with hopes that it will grow into something the whole Nashville community will be behind."

Mo Pitney added, "I’m excited to be a part of this project. I wrote ‘They Nailed Him To A Tree’ on Good Friday in 2022, and now it’s being released on Good Friday one year later."

CHAPEL HART ANNOUNCES UPCOMING ALBUM "GLORY DAYS", OUT MAY 19

Trio tease new song “Welcome To Fist City,” inspired and requested by the late Loretta Lynn

Powerhouse country trio is set to perform on The CMT Music Awards April 2 on CBS

Pre-order Glory Days HERE

Powerhouse trio CHAPEL HART – comprised of sisters Danica and Devynn Hart and first cousin Trea Swindle – took the world by storm on America’s Got Talent last year with their show-stopping group golden buzzer performance of the Dolly Parton inspired track, “You Can Have Him Jolene.”

Dolly loved it, but she wasn't the only one who was impressed – the late Loretta Lynn also saw Chapel Hart's TV audition, and requested that the trio put their spin on one of her songs, too.

Today, the ladies, deemed “America’s Sweethearts” following the show, give fans a first listen to “Welcome To Fist City,” a song inspired and requested by the late country legend – with their take on Lynn's 1968 hit "Fist City." 

Listen HERE.

“’Welcome to Fist City’ feels like 1968 revamped to right now,” shares Danica. “I really believe Ms. Loretta would’ve been so proud! I’d like to believe the generation who laid the foundation just wants to know that they are leaving country music in capable hands, and my prayer is that we are doing just that. I hope we are making them proud!”

The song is from their upcoming album Glory Days, due out May 19. The new album, the trio’s third, will be their first full-length project since finishing in the Top 5 on AGT and includes the title track and previously released single, “Glory Days.” Danica, Devynn, and Trea have a hand in writing every song on the much-anticipated new project which is available for pre-save/pre-add starting today.

“I’ve never been more excited about delivering new music to our fans,” shares Danica. “We’ve been through so much together and sharing the highs and lows of our ‘GLORY DAYS’ through song has indeed been the joy of our lives!”


Since America’s Got Talent, the ladies have quickly become a mainstay in the country music industry – they made their Grand Ole Opry debut in 2022, receiving FOUR standing ovations, and kicked off the new year with their 60+ date Glory Days headlining tour, and as previously announced, are set to perform at the CMT Music Awards on April 2nd on CBS.

Chapel Hart is quickly earning high marks from critics as they prepare for the release of their new album – GLORY DAYS – on May 19:

“The trio are here to lift our spirits and remind us all that the journey is just as 

important as the destination" 

- Holler

“…one of the most incredible acts to grace this genre in a long time.”

- Country Swag

"On the familial trio’s latest, 'Glory Days,' they return to the positivity and sass found on some of their earlier releases, along with their signature earthy, smooth harmonies." 

- Billboard

“Chapel Hart relish in the current chapter of their career, which they refer to as the ‘Glory Days’…the new song depicts the highs and lows of their journey and reveals that even through the struggles, they’d do it all again in a heartbeat.” 

- Country Now

“America's Got Talent stars-turned-rising-country-trio Chapel Hart deliver a new dose of joy, perspective and freedom with ‘Glory Days,’ a new song that soaks up every 

second of the good times…"

- Taste of Country

“The trio — the Hart sisters and their first cousin Trea Swindle — mixes the sibling-infused harmonies of the Chicks, the cheeky humor of the Pistol Annies and the 

turn-it-up moxie of Gretchen Wilson.” – Star Tribune

JAY ALLEN DROPS COVER OF ICONIC ROCK HIT BY THREE DOORS DOWN - "HERE WITHOUT YOU"

Singer-songwriter Jay Allen, who was a contestant on Season 22 of NBC's The Voice, has recently dropped a new cover of "Here Without You," a hit single by the iconic American rock band, 3 Doors Down. The track captures the emotional struggle of being apart from a loved one for an extended period of time, and the yearning to be reunited with them once more. Fans can now listen to Allen's rendition of "Here Without You" on all major streaming platforms here.

Allen spoke on his newly released cover, saying “Songs like this were the soundtrack to my high school and college years and are very nostalgic for me. I’m known for a cause and my heartfelt side, which I will always keep at the forefront, but I feel it’s time to start unveiling the other parts of me and how songs like this have inspired my artistry. I’m “what you see is what you get” — tattoos, all black, muscle, cars, loving life, and always seeking out a good time. I’m also very proud of the upbeat and energetic live show that I’ve cultivated on the road over the last 5 years. I figure, what better way to open the door to the “what’s next” for me than to cover one of my favorite songs by one of the greatest bands of all time.”

Jay Allen is known for his advocacy against Alzheimer's, a cause that is close to his heart after losing his mother to the disease. Now, he's ready to share more of his personal story. At 10 years old, he recalls his dad taking him to a Styx concert, ultimately leading to his love for rock n roll. During his teenage years, Allen became a fan of bands like Bush, Nirvana, Foo Fighters, and Matchbox Twenty. That era of alternative rock, intertwined with his and his mother's shared love for country music, led to Jay's unique sound that equally encompasses both genres. The unveiling of "what's next" for Allen is introduced now with his vocally powerful rendition of "Here Without You."

Back in July 2003, 3 Doors Down released "Here Without You," which climbed the charts to reach No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 in November of the same year. The song went on to earn double-platinum certification in the U.S. and enjoyed worldwide success, peaking at No. 2 in Australia and cracking the Top 10 in Denmark, New Zealand, and The Netherlands.


Growing up near Cedar Falls, Iowa, Allen was influenced by the music he heard from his father at rock concerts and his mother, who would sing country tunes on long car rides. Allen attributes his love for country music to his mother, ultimately leading him to move to Nashville in 2013. He signed a publishing deal in 2014 and an artist deal with SONY/ATV in 2016. With the release of “Sounds Good to Me” in 2017, Allen was selected as Sirius XM’s “The Highway Find.”

It was his 2018 hit “Blank Stares,” a powerful tribute to his mother, who suffered from early-onset Alzheimer’s, that first caught the attention of national audiences. The song went viral, reaching over 500 million views on Facebook, and showcased Allen’s raw talent and dedication to raising awareness for the Alzheimer’s Association. As a result of his advocacy efforts, Allen has been involved with several international events, including the Rita Hayworth Gala, which has raised over $100 million for the Alzheimer’s Association and has received numerous accolades, including The Caregiver Award from the National Alzheimer’s Association.

Allen has also been recognized for his music. He was named Favorite Competition Contestant at the 2022 Country Now Awards and featured in Music Mayhem Magazine’s “2023 Artists to Watch.”

To learn more about Jay and his music, visit his website at www.JayAllenOfficial.com and follow him on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.

CHARLES ESTEN DELIVERS ROMANTIC ROCKER OFF DEBUT ALBUM

More than 10 years after arriving in Nashville, TN, multi-talent Charles Esten introduces his highly anticipated independent debut album with first release, “One Good Move.” Available today (3/3) across all streaming platforms and digital retailers, listen here.

Offering the first listen to Billboard yesterday (3/2), “the deeply personal power ballad” sets the tone for Esten’s next chapter. Read the exclusive here.

Co-written by Esten with Sam Backoff, Zarni deVette, and Elise Hayes, “One Good Move” is a heartfelt romantic rocker with a soul-baring story, describing a misspent youth that paid off in the end with “one good move.” Dedicated to his college sweetheart and wife of 31 years, Patty, the transformative track produced by Marshall Altman puts Esten’s smoldering vocal in the spotlight, backing it with a powerful rhythm section, dreamy guitars, and a poignant piano to capture a life-changing true love. All told, it’s an expertly crafted balance of Country heart and Rock sophistication, and it points toward things to come.

With his artistry spanning mediums and styles, the artist-songwriter and actor is widely known for his role as “Deacon Claybourne” on the ABC/CMT’s Nashville. Fully dedicating himself to writing and performing in the real-life Music City, he’s made more than 155 appearances at the Grand Ole Opry with his next performance slated for March 17 – click here to purchase tickets. He’s also headlined multiple tours of the U.S. and Europe, while surpassing 10 MILLION career streams and becoming a 2018 Guinness World Records title holder for the “Most consecutive weeks to release an original digital single by a music act,” after delivering 54 original songs once a week for 54 straight weeks.

Esten’s currently making headlines as “Ward Cameron” on Netflix’s buzzed-about Outer Banks. Recently speaking with Entertainment Tonight, PEOPLE, The Hollywood Reporter, and more, Season 3 is now streaming on Netflix.

KEEP UP WITH CHARLES ESTEN

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SONGS YOU SHOULD BE LISTENING TO: FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10

 

Some good tunes available at digital outlets everywhere right now - go on and check 'em out, #tuneoutthenoise and #sharethemusic!

Be sure to check out the artist websites and find out more about them. Check out their tour dates, buy their merchandise and connect with them on social media.

THIS WEEK'S TUNES

"Better Than Me" - Lance Carpenter

"Get a Little Rowdy" - Travis Tritt

"Steal My Girl" -  Jade Eagleson

"Lift Me Up" - Darius Rucker

"I'm Not Pretty" - Megan Moroney

"Real Real Country" - Tyler Booth

"Hopelessly, Madly" - Jessica Willis Fisher

"Everything's Gonna Be Alright" - Sammy Sadler

"See You In It" - Brandon Davis

"Cowboy Amen" - The Swon Brothers

"No Prayer Like Mama's" - Jay Allen with Micah Wilshire"

"Above My Head" -Drayton Farley

"You Love Me Like That" - Adam Hood

"1845" - Nate Burnham

"Eyes That Ain't Yours" - 2 Lane Summer

"Calling Me Back" - Drew Ryder Smith

"Honest Man" - Allie Colleen

"House and a Dog" - Brittany Kennell

"Just Talkin" - Hayden Baker

"Howdy Howdy  Howdy" - Jon Langston

"Who I Am With You" - Tucker Beathard

"You're on Fire" - Josh Gracin

"Fly" - Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors

"Fine By Me" - Curtis Grimes

"Hungover and Heartbroken" - Kade Hoffman

SONGS YOU SHOULD BE LISTENING TO: FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3

 

Some good tunes available at digital outlets everywhere right now - go on and check 'em out, #tuneoutthenoise and #sharethemusic!

Be sure to check out the artist websites and find out more about them. Check out their tour dates, buy their merchandise and connect with them on social media.

THIS WEEK'S TUNES

"Cowboy Boots" - Dierks Bentley & Ashley McBryde

"Three Favorite Colors" - LOCASH

"The Jealous Kind" (Live From The Church) - Charles Wesley Godwin

"Old" - Josh Melton

"Mercy Me" (Memphis Sessions) - Rob Baird

"Circus" -  Chris Weaver Band & Jacob Bryant

"Loved By You" - Ward Thomas

"Buy a Bar" - Tim Dugger

"Better in Tennessee" - Brandt Carmichael

"On Top of the World" - Brian Callihan

"Gettin' Outta My Mind" - Channing Wilson

SONGS YOU SHOULD BE LISTENING TO: FRIDAY, JANUARY 27

 

Some good tunes available at digital outlets everywhere right now - go on and check 'em out, #tuneoutthenoise and #sharethemusic!

Be sure to check out the artist websites and find out more about them. Check out their tour dates, buy their merchandise and connect with them on social media.

THIS WEEK'S TUNES

"Pass It On Around" - Jason Michael Carroll

"Revival" - Shenandoah

"Why Don't We Dance" - Gary Gleason

"Bench Seat" - Chase Rice

"All I Need Is You" - Chris Janson

"Never Loved Before" - Chase Wright

"Meet Your Mama" - James Barker Band

"Do It Right the First Time" - Shaylen

"Tractor Songs" - Craig Campbell

"Neon Grave" - Tyler Braden

"Desperado" - Brothers of the Heart

BRANTLEY GILBERT ANNOUNCES HIGHLY ANTICIPATED NEW ALBUM, "SO HELP ME GOD"

10-Track Collection Set for Release Thursday, November 10, Including

New Single “Heaven By Then” with Blake Shelton Featuring Vince Gill

Son of the Dirty South Tour Continues Tonight Before the Georgia-Native

Joins Five Finger Death Punch on Co-Headlining Tour

Gilbert Partners with Nine Line Apparel for Exclusive Shirt Design to

Benefit Veterans Through Nine Line Foundation

Multi-Platinum country star Brantley Gilbert is the first to admit he’s meticulous when it comes to writing and releasing new music, tinkering and tweaking things until he feels he’s found the best way to serve the song and the project.

“I’ve always taken a little longer than most artists, especially in this genre, to put an album out and that’s partly to do with me being a perfectionist,” Gilbert prefaces. “But we’ve been looking forward to getting this album out for a long time. I’ve been blessed to sit down with some of the best writers in the country, and I feel like we’ve written some wonderful stuff.”

Armed with a 10-track collection that meets the Georgia-native’s standards, Gilbert announces his long-awaited new album "So Help Me God" via The Valory Music Co., set for digital release Thursday, November 10. Pre-save the album HERE.

“In the past, my albums were almost direct reflections, direct chapters of my life,” shares Gilbert. “Whatever I’d gone through since I wrote the last record would make its way onto the new album. There’s still some of that with "So Help Me God" since I’m a co-writer on all the songs – it’s been three years since the last release and a lot of life lived. But I feel like this album is more of a mixtape of great songs.

“We wanted to put songs that sounded good together, but also songs that covered a wide variety of genre influences,” Gilbert elaborates. “There’s a lot of different songwriting styles on the album. We’re super excited about it, and I can’t wait for BG Nation to hear what we’ve been working on.”

With the release of So Help Me God also comes Gilbert’s newest single headed to Country radio on November 14, “Heaven By Then” with Blake Shelton featuring Vince Gill. Co-written with Brock Berryhill, Michael Hardy, Jake Mitchell, Randy Montana, Hunger Phelps and Taylor Phillips, the album opener highlights a way of life that can often feel like it’s disappearing, as the pace of everyday life continues to speed up.

When they pave all the dirt roads

And John Deeres are dinosaurs

When the last back 40 gets sold

And young boys don’t open doors

When you can’t hunt a white tail

And keep what you reel in

Well, I hope I’m in heaven by then

No, I don’t wanna go today but I don’t wanna live

Down here at a place that thinks that that place don’t exist

There comes a day this country’s somewhere country don’t fit in

Hell, I hope I’m in heaven by then

“We were on a writing retreat in Texas that we do every year, and everybody was out on the porch. I don’t remember who threw a word in here or there and who didn’t, so we ended up with a bunch of writers on ‘Heaven By Then,’” Gilbert notes. “And I love songs like that. It came out of a conversation. A guitar ended up in HARDY’s lap, which is usually a good sign that it’s about to turn into something special. I think we all knew that as it was being written. It came to life that night.

“To have Blake Shelton and Vince Gill on the song meant so much to me. Those two brought so much to the table and gave it a voice I didn’t have. We were all in separate places when we recorded, but it was a cool way for everyone to put their spin on it. They just did what felt natural and sonically you hear that,” he concludes.

As the Son Of The Dirty South Tour with “Son Of The Dirty South” collaborator Jelly Roll continues tonight, Gilbert’s co-headlining tour with Five Finger Death Punch kicks off November 9 in Grand Rapids, Michigan and continues through December 17, wrapping in Las Vegas, Nevada. For tickets and more information, visit BrantleyGilbert.com.

As a longtime supporter and advocate for service men and women, Gilbert continues championing veterans through his latest partnership with Nine Line Apparel for an exclusive shirt design, which will benefit Nine Line Foundation.

Nine Line Foundation is a charitable organization dedicated to meeting the financial and specialized needs of severely injured soldiers and their families. In combat, Nine Line is an emergency medevac request and is often the difference between life and death for the most severely wounded soldiers. Since 2013, Nine Line Foundation’s mission has been to serve in a similar manner, offering a lifeline once wounded veterans return stateside.

The exclusive design can be purchased on a t-shirt for $25.99, long sleeve for $29.99 or hoodie for $42.99. For more information, visit NineLineApparel.com.

"So Help Me God" Track List:

1.) "Heaven By Then" with Blake Shelton featuring Vince Gill 

(Brantley Gilbert, Brock Berryhill, Michael Hardy, Jake Mitchell, Randy Montana, Hunger Phelps, Taylor Phillips)

2.) "Rolex® On A Redneck" featuring Jason Aldean 

(Brantley Gilbert, Brock Berryhill, Michael Hardy, Randy Montana, Taylor Phillips)

3. "Miles of Memories" 

(Brantley Gilbert, Brock Berryhill, Josh Phillips)

4.) "She’s The One" 

(Brantley Gilbert, Brock Berryhill, Taylor Phillips)

5.) "The Worst Country Song Of All Time" featuring Toby Keith and HARDY

(Brantley Gilbert, Michael Hardy, Hunter Phelps, Will Weatherly)

6.) "Son Of The Dirty South" featuring Jelly Roll

(Brantley Gilbert, Andrew Baylis, Jason Bradley DeFord)

7.) "How To Talk To Girls"

(Brantley Gilbert, Brock Berryhill, Brian Wayne Davis, Brandon Day, Chase McGill, Josh Phillips, Taylor Phillips, Michael Ray)

8.) "Little Piece of Heaven"

(Brantley Gilbert, Brock Berryhill, Greylan James, Taylor Phillips, Cole Taylor)

9.) "Gone But Not Forgotten"

(Brantley Gilbert, Brock Berryhill, Jason Blaine, Jay Brunswick)

10.) "So Help Me God"

(Brantley Gilbert, Michael Hardy, Hunter Phelps, Will Weatherly)

Son Of The Dirty South Tour Dates

Nov. 3 - Hertz Arena Estero, Fla.
Nov. 4 - Enmarket Arena Savannah, Ga.

Brantley Gilbert and Five Finger Death Punch Co-Headlining Dates

Nov. 9  - Van Andel Arena Grand Rapids, Mich.
Nov. 10 - Allen County War Memorial Coliseum Fort Wayne, Ind.
Nov. 12 - Rupp Arena Lexington, Ky.
Nov. 14 - Schottenstein Center Columbus, Ohio
Nov. 16 - Bridgestone Arena Nashville, Tenn.
Nov. 17 - Thompson-Boling Arena Knoxville, Tenn.
Nov. 19 - Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center Charleston, S.C.
Nov. 20 - Bon Secours Wellness Arena Greenville, S.C.
Nov. 22 - Amalie Arena Tampa, Fla.
Nov. 25 - Legacy Arena at The BJCC Birmingham, Ala.
Nov. 26  -Simmons Bank Arena Little Rock, Ark.
Nov. 29 - T-Mobile Center Kansas City, Mo.
Nov. 30 - CHI Health Center Omaha Omaha, Neb.
Dec. 2 - Coliseum at Alliant Energy Center Madison, Wis.
Dec. 3 - Resch Center Green Bay, Wis.
Dec. 5 - Target Center Minneapolis, Minn.
Dec. 7 - Wells Fargo Arena Des Moines, Iowa
Dec. 9 - Alerus Center Grand Forks, N.D.
Dec. 10 - Denny Sandford PREMIER Center Sioux Falls, S.D.
Dec. 13 - Spokane Arena Spokane, Wa.
Dec. 15 - Ford Idaho Center Arena Nampa, Id.
Dec. 17 - Michelob ULTRA Arena Las Vegas, Nev.