NORTH MISSISSIPPI ALLSTARS Share New Track From Upcoming New Album '​UP AND ROLLING​'

North Mississippi Allstars are set to return with new album Up and Rolling on 4th October via New West Records.

The 12-song set was produced by Luther and Cody Dickinson and recorded at The Zebra Ranch, their family studio established by their father, the legendary Jim Dickinson in Independence, MS. The album also features guest appearances from Mavis Staples, Jason Isbell, Cedric Burnside, Duane Betts, and Sharde Thomas. Up and Rolling finds North Mississippi Allstars getting back to their roots and recapturing the communal spirit upon which the band was founded.

The band have now shared new album track 'Mean Old World' featuring Jason Isbell & Duane Betts. Rolling Stone calls the song, which was once recorded by Eric Clapton and Duane Allman, an 'epic guitar jam.' About the song, Luther says, 'Our father recorded 'Mean Old World' with Duane Allman and Eric Clapton during the Layla sessions.  Jason invited me to record an acoustic, slide guitar duo version. Cody came up with the new arrangement and wanted to record an electric version with Jason and Duane Betts, using 'Mean Old World' as a vehicle to lay down an epic statement about modern-day roots rock guitar.'

North Mississippi Allstars have also confirmed their live return to the UK, with an headline show in London in October.

Up And Rolling will be available across Digital Retailers, Compact Disc, Standard Black vinyl, Limited Edition Black & White Split Colored Vinyl available exclusively at Independent Retailers and Clear & Black Smoke Swirl Colored Vinyl available for Pre-Order Now via New West Records.

Tracklist

1. Call That Gone

2. Up and Rolling

3. What You Gonna Do? (feat. Mavis Staples)

4. Drunk Outdoors

5. Peaches

6. Mean Old World (feat. Jason Isbell and Duane Betts)

7. Out on the Road (feat. Cedric Burnside)

8. Lonesome in My Home

9. Bump that Mother

10. Living Free

11. Take My Hand, Precious Lord (feat. Cedric Burnside)

12. Otha’s Bye Bye Baby (feat. Otha Turner)

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For more information, visit nmallstars.com.

RUNAWAY JUNE Break US Country Radio's Top Five For First Time Since Dixie Chicks

Runaway June's 'Buy My Own Drinks' has extended its run marking the first time a female trio has broken into the top five on the USA's Mediabase Country chart since the Dixie Chicks in 2003.

This is a thrilling triumph for the band as it also marks their first top five hit as songwriters. This milestone is part of Country music history, making them the highest charting female trio since the Dixie Chicks’ 'Travelin’ Soldier' sixteen years ago. Along with earning this coveted accolade, the trio have announced their upcoming performance on ABC'S Good Morning America on October 3rd.

Not only are the members of Runaway June tremendous performers and musicians, but they are clearly successful songwriters; this song is the first top five song for each of the members as writers in which they wrote alongside Hillary Lindsey and Josh Kear. As songwriters, the members of the band wrote or cowrote a majority of the tracks on their critically acclaimed album Blue Roses.
 
Since Naomi Cooke, Hannah Mulholland and Jennifer Wayne formed four years ago, Runaway June has become an ACM and CMT nominated band, been named CMT’s 'Next Women of Country,' scored major tours and opening slots with some of the biggest names and icons in music (including Garth Brooks and Carrie Underwood), performed on national TV including the CMA Awards, ACM Awards, CMT Awards and TODAY, and soon to be GMA. The trio has received high praise and raves from dozens of critical outlets, all while constantly digging deeper to fill out a sound that connects them to the tradition of Country music and its devoted fans.

Having been one of the standout artists at this year's C2C Festival in London, Runaway June’s long-awaited debut album, Blue Roses (produced by Dan Huff) was released in June 2019 via Wheelhouse Records (BMG/BBR Music Group) and hit #1 on iTunes and top ten on the UK Official Country Albums chart. They are also on the road through the rest of this year supporting seven-time Grammy winner and Pollstar’s three-time top female country touring artist Carrie Underwood on the Cry Pretty Tour 360, playing 55 arenas across the U.S. and Canada promoted by AEG Presents.

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For more information, visit RunawayJune.com.

WILDWOOD KIN Share New Single 'ALL ON ME'

Wildwood Kin’s recent singles have captured two sides of what to expect from the release of their self-titled album on October 4th. From the haunting drama of 'Never Alone' to the elegant hymnal 'Beauty In Your Brokenness', it’s a collection that’s shaping up to confirm their ascending status.

The acoustic-rock family band continue to evolve in fresh new directions by sharing their new single 'All On Me'. Opening in stripped-back style which places the focus on their luscious, tightly crafted vocal harmonies, the song’s instrumentation gradually builds until it erupts into a rousing crescendo. It’s an approach which accentuates the unifying message of the song’s lyrics - LISTEN HERE.
 
Wildwood Kin commented, 'This is a song about faith, sharing burdens, trust, identity and worth - knowing that there’s someone or something out there who loves you and who’s ready to support you through hardship. It’s about letting go of believing it’s all up to you to carry the weight of life’s struggles, and allowing someone to share that load with you.'

'All On Me', 'Never Alone' and 'Beauty In Your Brokenness' are all available as instant downloads for fans who pre-order the album. Released via Silvertone Records/Sony, it will be released on CD, vinyl and digital/streaming formats. The band’s official store also offers an exclusive signed CD.

Wildwood Kin are comprised of the Key sisters Emillie (guitar) and Beth (bouzouki) along with their cousin Meg Loney (drums). It’s a truly democratic band, with each member having an equal amount of input.

Their enthralling journey commenced with the release of their debut album Turning Tides in 2017. Radio support from Radio 2 and BBC Introducing soon followed, and the band’s renown grew with the help of majestic live performances at Glastonbury, Radio 2 Live in Hyde Park and a Teenage Cancer Trust benefit show at the Royal Albert Hall. 20 million streams later, they’re on the cusp of rising to the next level.

They’ll follow the new album by embarking upon a UK headline tour throughout November and early December. Highlights include at London headline show at Omeara as well as a homecoming date at The Lemon Grove in Exeter. Please see the Wildwood Kin website for ticket details.

The dates are:

06.11 - NORWICH, THE WATERFRONT 

07.11 - BIRMINGHAM, O2 INSTITUTE3 

08.11 - MANCHESTER, NIGHT & DAY CAFE 

11.11 - LONDON, OMEARA 

12.11 - BATH, MOLES 

13.11 - CARDIFF, THE GLEE CLUB 

14.11 - BRISTOL, THEKLA 

15.11 - BUDE FOLK FESTIVAL 

17.11 - SOUTHAMPTON, JOINERS 

18.11 - BRIGHTON, KOMEDIA 

21.11 - EXETER, THE LEMONGROVE 

23.11 - DUBLIN, LOST LANE

24.11 - CLONAKILTY, DEBARRAS

27.11 - DRONFIELD, CIVIC HALL

28.11 - LIVERPOOL, LEAF 

29.11 - WHITBY, PAVILION 

01.12 - EDINBURGH, THE CAVES 

02.12 - GLASGOW, STEREO 

03.12 - NEWCASTLE, CLUNY 

04.12 - LEEDS, BRUDENELL SOCIAL CLUB 

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For more information, visit wildwoodkin.com.

JASON ALDEAN Announces New Album '9' and Drops Four Brand New Songs

After almost 15 years at the top of his genre, reigning ACM 'Artist of the Decade' Jason Aldean has seen trends come and go. He's helped bring a few out of the shadows, like a Country-music Columbus making the mainstream’s first contact with hard rock ('Hicktown'), hip-hop ('Dirt Road Anthem') and R&B ('Burnin’ It Down'). But after all that time, he continues to hold his ground making modern albums with an old-school soul - announcing that his next effort 9 will be released Nov 22nd 2019 via Broken Bow Records/BMG worldwide.

Available now for pre-order at all digital retailers, today fans have access to four new songs off the upcoming album HERE.

'Early on I always thought if we ever got to make nine albums, I’m going to call it 9. It was my baseball number growing up, and it’s just kind of always been my lucky number,' explains Aldean. 'I remember cutting the first album and thinking 'that’s forever away,' and now here we are. I don’t know, it’s really special we made it this far – so, it’s more for me than anybody else – but, it means a lot.'

To celebrate, Aldean offers fans an immediate preview of the new album today with the release of four of its tracks. 'Blame It On You' sways with a half-drunk realisation that we make our own problems, 'I Don’t Drink Anymore' serves a 100-proof hook, 'Keep It Small Town' reminds that well-lived lives don’t have to be complicated, and the album's fiery lead radio single 'We Back' rounds out the first-released songs, all out now to stream/download worldwide.

'When I came into country music and made my mark, it was with a banger,' Aldean adds. 'But we haven’t put out a lot of that stuff over the last couple years. So we got this song and to me it just says what it says: 'Thought we were gone, but you’re wrong – now it’s on.''

The three-time ACM Entertainer of the Year is a dominant force on the charts, he’s scored 23 Number Ones. He’s the only Country act in history to top the all-genre Billboard 200 four times (with four consecutive albums), racking up 14.4 billion streams and more than 18 million albums sold along the way. Aldean's a card-carrying member of Country's elite headliners whose incendiary tours are nearing legendary status.

His 2019 Right All Night Tour will wrap at the Texas’ Rangers Globe Life Park stadium on Oct. 11th before returning to Las Vegas, December 6-8 for Jason Aldean: Ride All Night Vegas at Park MGM.

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For more information, visit jasonaldean.com.

JORDYN STODDARD Releases 'BAD BABY' Video

Country-pop artist Jordyn Stoddard released an accompanying music video to her melody-driven, self-penned 'Bad Baby'.

Directed by Doltyn Snedden, the video features Stoddard consumed by thoughts of a new relationship. Illuminated by moody lighting in a series of sultry scenes, the 21-year-old shares glimpses of a love interest's silhouette while creative artistry shines through in the raindrops, shadows and purply blue tones breathing life into Stoddard's latest single.

Born and raised in Jacksonville, Fla., Stoddard has already positioned herself as a triple-threat in Nashville — she sings with the soul of a seasoned veteran, strums a signature turquoise Taylor guitar and has developed her craft as a songwriter. Stoddard blends the best of country’s heart and pop’s energy, while her bubbly personality lends itself to create a unique crossover sound from a relatable artist.

'Bad Baby' is Stoddard’s first release since her debut album in 2015, Southern Tide.The 11-song project soared to number six on Billboard’s Heatseeker chart in its opening week and reached top 40 on Apple Music’s Country Music Daily chart. Stoddard’s first single 'Like Me ’Til You Love Me' was released to radio worldwide, while the accompanying music video premiered nationwide on Great American Country TV (GAC) and ZUUS Country.

No stranger to the spotlight, Stoddard has opened for The Band Perry, Brett Eldredge, Lee Brice, Jerrod Niemann, Montgomery Gentry, Michael Ray, Chris Young, Easton Corbin and more.

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For more information, visit jordynstoddard.com.

FERRIS & SYLVESTER Release Brand New Single 'I Dare You'

Ferris & Sylvester have released their brand new single 'I Dare You' via LAB Records. The release comes as the band embark on their largest headline tour to date next week.

From hushed folk beginnings, 'I Dare You' explodes into an epic piece of blues-rock from the duo, calling to mind the likes of The White Stripes or The Kills.

Regarding the single Ferris & Sylvester say, 'We’ve gone over to our dark side with 'I Dare You'. It felt important to get this song out there. We made bold choices with it and it’s very unapologetic. We think this song shows another side to us, it blends dark folk with explosive rage and is grounded by our live performance, as all our songs are. We can’t wait to play it on the road.'

Fans will be treated to the first taste of 'I Dare You' live on Ferris & Sylvester’s 21-date UK & Ireland headline tour, which started on September 3rd. The tour includes two London shows at OMEARA, with the first on Sept 5th sold out and the second the following day, recently put on sale due to huge demand, closely following suit.

Ferris & Sylvester have continued to cement themselves as the most exciting and talked about new name on the blues/Americana UK scene and have played to tens of thousands of people this year alone.

'I Dare You' is the latest in the band’s string of highly acclaimed singles including 'Flying Visit', 'Sickness' and 'Burning River', which have clocked up millions of streams alongside both strong radio and press support.

Having left their distinct first mark on the US earlier this year with their killer debut at SXSW, the band return to the States to play their first ever show in Nashville at Americanafest next month.

The band are making their greatest statement yet with the bold new single 'I Dare You'. Determined and in-your-face, the single is a taste of what’s to come from their forthcoming tour, which will see them headline the biggest venues and play the most dates of their careers so far.

FERRIS & SYLVESTER AUTUMN HEADLINE TOUR DATES

SEPTEMBER

16th – Birmingham, Hare & Hounds

17th – Oxford, The Bullingdon

18th – Nottingham, Metronome

19th – Brighton, Green Door Store

20th – Newcastle, Think Tank?

22nd – Glasgow, Stereo

23rd – Edinburgh, Mash House

25th – Dublin, Lost Lane

27th – Liverpool, Phase One

29th – Leeds, The Wardrobe

30th – Cambridge, The Portland Arms

OCTOBER

1st – Manchester, Deaf Institute

3rd – Tunbridge Wells, Forum

4th – Cheltenham, Frog & Fiddle

6th – Swansea, Sin City (Fringe Fest)

8th – Truro, Old Bakery

9th – Exeter, Phoenix

FERRIS & SYLVESTER FESTIVAL DATES

SEPTEMBER

10th – 15th – Americanafest, Nashville

28th – Rivfest, Warrington

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For more information, visit ferrisandsylvester.com.

SAM WILLIAMS Shares Cover of Father's 'WEATHERMAN'

Nashville singer/songwriter Sam Williams has followed his debut London show at Shepherd’s Bush Empire on Wednesday with a cover of his iconic father Hank Williams Jr.’s 1981 hit 'Weatherman' - listen here.

Fans got an exclusive first listen when the song premiered yesterday with Forbes, who called it 'a superb, soulful cover…'

Carrying 'his family’s legacy forward with startling creativity', (MusicRow), the tune presents a fresh take on an old favourite, and offers a glimpse into the evolution of the Williams family’s legacy in music.

'Putting my own creative twist on the record was really fun,' Williams told Forbes of his take on 'Weatherman'. 'I think people are going to be really surprised one day when they see where I take the legacy and how it has evolved over time. I won’t be recreating any of my family’s sounds because I have my own. And even that will change. Inside of me, there is another me. And inside of that me, there is another me.'

Williams is currently on Cam’s Oh, The Places We’ll Go! European tour, which kicked off with a stop on September 1st at Empire Music Hall in Belfast, Ireland, and will conclude with a performance on September 14th at Huxley’s Neue Welt in Berlin, Germany.

He released previous single, 'Gemini' on June 21st - the last day of Gemini season. Praised by many for his voice "exuding equal parts power and grace" (Rolling Stone) that seems to "rise from another spiritual plane", (Sounds Like Nashville) the CMT "Must-See Indie You Need To Know" is poised to leave his own legacy on country music, unafraid to push his own creative limits and break through the self-inflicted limitations that threaten the genre as a whole.

UPCOMING TOUR DATES (supporting Cam’s Oh, The Places We’ll Go! tour)

September 9th - Melkweg OZ - Amsterdam, Netherlands

September 11th - Les Etoiles - Paris, France

September 13th - Die Fabrik - Hamburg, Germany

September 14th - Huxley's Neue Welt - Berlin, Germany

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For more information, visit samwillivms.com.