Casey James recently debuted his new single “Fall Apart” on Sirius XM’s The Highway. Written by Will Bowen, Josh Carter and Zach Carter, the relatable song is a mid tempo ballad about the emotions that surface when seeing an ex. The song begins with James expressing how he is finally over a lost love, but we soon learn that is short lived, because even though memories fade away, every time he sees her, he falls apart.  It’s an ache so deep, it causes him to look over his shoulder when is he out, simply to avoid her (and the pain). The subtle piano in the first verse as well as James’ vocals, particularly alongside the melody of the sweeping chorus, perfectly deliver the emotions of the song.




“Cause every time I run into you baby
I go a little crazy inside
Tell myself I gotta breathe
Try to get my heart to beat
Photographs, memories fade away easily
But you’re right here in front of me and won’t let me go
Since you broke my heart every time I run into you
I fall apart”

“Fall Apart” will be featured on Casey’s upcoming project, which if this song is any indication, is something to look forward to.

Cody Pennington is an acoustic singer-songwriter who, while originally from Nashville, is currently playing venues throughout the East of England and surrounding regions. He has done extensive touring throughout the Eastern seaboard of America, Turkey, the city streets of Athens, Greece, and many other countries with consistent success, all the while steadily gaining a loyal following.

As a veteran of live music performance for nearly a decade, his shows are energetic and always keep the crowd tapping their feet. He brings this energy to his recently released EP, To Be Me. The five track EP is a stripped down project of honestly sung songs that are memorable and personal, yet relatable; reminiscent of other singer songwriters such as Jason Mraz and Eric Hutchinson.

The melodically vibrant tracks are often at opposition to lyrics that are sad and introspective, dealing with topics such as lost love ("Missing You") and relationship struggles ("I'm Afraid"). The songs on the EP give one the feeling that Cody is sharing intimate pieces of himself (the opening sigh prior to "To Be Me" is telling) and if that is the case, then Cody is someone that you definitely wouldn't mind getting to know.

To Be Me is available here.

Newly signed to Warner Nashville, The Railers, are poised to break out in a big way with their debut single "Kinda Dig The Feeling." The foursome, comprised of brothers Jordan and Jonathan, and Cassandra and Tyler have a sound that is fresh, unique and infectious. 

The new single, which was previously recorded by group Mockingbird Sun, describes all the ways a woman makes him feel; and although it's often a crazy, chaotic, unpredictable love, he's definitely digging it. 

The fast paced melody, instrumentation and the group's tight harmonies showcase an undeniable energy and a sound that is rootsy, buoyant and original. I guarantee you'll dig it.


"Well your love's just like running a red light
Playing with a pocketful of dynamite
Well your love's more hell than spending a month in a Mexican jail
That lost the key I ain't gonna make bail
That's what it feels like

Oho, man I can't sleep
Oho, I'm in too deep, can't go back, don't look down
Everything is spinning around
The ceiling is slaying me, amaze me
I kinda dig the feeling"

The Railers will be out on tour with Hunter Hayes this fall and having seen them a year ago with Corey Smith, I can tell you they are terrific live!
For more information visit their official website

Show Dog Universal duo Native Run's new single “Good On You" is one of those songs that is instantly likable. Written by Native Run members Rachel Beauregard and Bryan Dawley along with Steve Mokler, and produced by Luke Laird, the song immediately grabs you at the instrumental introduction and keeps you swayin' and singin' through the verses and chorus. 

Rachel's vocals displays the conviction of a woman who, while taught to not make the first move, is eschewing that advice to take a chance and approach a certain someone. The layered instrumentation and the duo's harmonies bring the well written lyrics of the song to life.
It’s a cute, fun, fresh debut single that makes one look forward to more from Native Run.






"I think I'd look good on you
Boy I can’t help it I just do
Like a sunset on the water
Flower in the hair of a preacher’s daughter
Jet black on an old corvette
A memory on your mind you don’t wanna forget
Tell me, tell me
Do you feel the way I do?
‘Cause I think I'd look good on you"

Watch the “Good On You” lyric video

The single is available at all digital retailers

A follow-up to his critically acclaimed Rayality, Ray Scott's newest self titled studio album, produced by Dave Brainard (Brandy Clark’s 12 Stories, Jerrod Niemann’s Free the Music), was released today, October 7th.  

The album contains eleven songs, including the first offering, “Drinkin’ Beer’,” which was released in July to ‘New + Noteworthy’ acclaim from iTunes and is championed by Sirius XM’s The Highway as an “On the Horizon” pick.  

The remainder of the album contains songs witty ("Cookin'" & "Her Old Man"), emotional ("Ain't Always Thirsty"), romantic ("Leave This World") and surprising (in a good way). For example, don't let the title of "Papa and Mama" deceive you; the song is not an ode to loving parents, but rather an emotional murder ballad. The humorous "The Ugly One" offers a twist (that you will be happy to hear) at the end while "Tijuana Buzzkill," with it's horn section, tells the story of getting set up in Mexico. The twangy "Wheels On The House," about everyday life, was co-written with Brandy Clark and "It Ain't Gonna Be You" is a up tempo kiss off song to a woman who did him wrong "somebody might break my heart again, somebody might rip it right to shreds....somebody might make this grown man cry again, but it ain't gonna be you." The album closes with the nostalgic "I Miss The Days," a nod to 70's era country. 

Recorded in Nashville, the tracks highlight Scott’s ability to write honest songs with catchy hooks delivered by his distinctive, enveloping voice. The result is a country album with songs containing lyrics that you actually want to really listen to and melodies that will have you toe tappin' and swayin'.

For more information visit here

Grand Ole Opry members Montgomery Gentry return with new music, their first since 2011. Their new single, "Headlights," was written by Bob DiPiero, Wendell Mobley and Tony Martin. The song is a party anthem; lyrically touching on every major hot topic of late including shotguns, girls in cut-offs, and alcoholic beverages. Melodically, the tune is a guitar driven country rocker that sets you up for a fun time whether it be inside or out, enjoying times with friends.

"Headlights" is a carefree, fun, have a good time song that should settle in nicely at country radio.




"Follow those headlights
Down a broken fence line
Take it to the riverside
Point em through the red dust
Keep it in the tire ruts
If you wanna find us
Wanna go all night
Hell yeah, that's right
Follow those headlights"

“Headlights” is currently available for download and will be found on the duo's debut album with new label partner, Blaster Records, set to release in early 2015.
 
For more about Montgomery Gentry, visit www.montgomerygentry.com
Find them on Facebook, Twitter @mgunderground, and on their YouTube channel.

Singer songwriter Andy Pursell's new single, available on iTunes and Amazon, is called "The Fan's." Andy calls it an "anthem...that should hit home for many of us." The song is a country rocker, with lots of electric guitar and heavy drums, about something many of us can identify with: being a fan. Whether your thing is football, racing or music, you can find something to relate to in this song.

"Ready for the band to fire it up
The guitars running through my veins 
Drummers pounding he's insane
Singers singing we are the fans
                                         Taking us to the promise land
                                          We're gonna hold our lighters way up high
                                          And wave our hands into the sky"

For more information, visit here

Dierks Bentley’s versatility cannot be denied. He consistently and successfully releases songs that span a spectrum of emotions, from the humorous (“Drunk On A Plane”, “5150”), to the patriotic (“Home”) to straight up bluegrass (Up On The Ridge). But the one type of song he always does extremely well is the romantic-whether it is sexy, hopeful or yearning.

“Say You Do,” Dierks third single from this year’s CMA nominated Riser, combines all three.  The song, written by Matt Ramsey, Shane McAnally and Trevor Rosen, is sensual, yet melancholy. “Say You Do” encompasses a yearning for someone so intensely that you are able to forego, as the opening line states, “the damage done” for another night together. It’s having a desire so strong that one is willing to be with someone who broke their heart regardless of how it happens; whether it be through alcohol, leading him on or as he sings, begs even, to “let those words roll off your tongue even if you’re lying.” The yearning one hears in Dierks’ voice is deep and real to the point of being painful. It’s 3:40 of pure emotional aching and desperation pleading for someone he still loves to voice the same “even if you say you don’t…..say you do.”

“Well couldn't you
Say you do
Say you might
For tonight
Have a heart
Bend the truth
Even if you don't
Couldn't you"
 

"Say You Do” seems poised to give Dierks his third consecutive number one.

The single will impact radio October 6th.

Hailing from Alabama, The Cains Trio, siblings Taylor, Madison and brother Logan, have released their new single "Be Yourself With Me" from their upcoming debut album due to be released October 7th. 

"Be Yourself With Me" is a refreshing tune that is instantly likable, in terms of both the melody and the lyrics. The calming cadence of the melody is complemented by soothing, caring vocals that deliver a comforting message: be yourself. With all of the rules we have to follow in society, the emotions we may have to hide, and frequently having to keep our guard up, it is reassuring to know that there will always be that one person, with whom we can "breath a sigh of relief" because they will accept and love us as we are. 

"Oh and let me be the one you can open up to
'Cause I would love to be the one you run to 
When life isn't fair
Oh you can wear your heart out on your sleeve
Be yourself with me"

"Be Yourself With Me" is a nice initial offering from the Trio that makes one look forward to hearing more.
The single is currently available at iTunes.

Blake and Jenny Marvin are the married couple who comprise country music's Two Way Crossing. The duo just released their new single “Deep End” to country radio via CDX Nashville. 

"Deep End" extends summer just a little longer as the song talks about taking a drive to the creek on a beautiful day and going for a dip, jumping into the deep end of the water but maybe a new relationship too. Blake takes the lead vocals on the track while Jenny provides the harmonies.


"I wanna jump, jump in the deep end
Get into somethin', somewhere we ain't been
Leave that little tank top hanging on a tree stump
Come on, come on, come on baby let's jump
Yeah, into the deep end"
 
The pop country track has a very catchy melody and very relaxed feel, perfect for those last days of summer like weather. "Deep End" is a song you won't mind diving into. Check it out. 

For more information visit their official website www.TwoWayCrossing.com