Author name: Rebecca O'Connor

Rebecca has been working in the country music industry since 2011, starting out in SEO and marketing for country artists. She launched Country Evolution in 2019 to spotlight rising stars and celebrate legends of the genre. Beyond writing, she brings stories to life through her photography, capturing the heart of country music both on stage and behind the scenes.

Ward Davis Here I Am album

Ward Davis Opens Up About Here I Am, Songwriting Truths, and His Grand Ole Opry Moment

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Inside Ward Davis’s New Album Here I Am In a recent interview, country singer-songwriter Ward Davis shared details about his upcoming studio album Here I Am, set for release this Friday, February 13. Davis wrote every song on the record except “Stray Dogs and Alley Cats” and the title track, “Here I Am,” making the […]

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Country Music Cruise

Country Music Cruise 2026 Raises Nearly $58,000 for Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

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Guests aboard the sold-out Country Music Cruise 2026, affectionately known as Cruisers, raised nearly $58,000 to support the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum’s nonprofit mission. The funds will help preserve the history of country music and expand access to its legacy for audiences around the world. Autographed Guitars Headline Onboard Charity Auction Two

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49 Winchester

49 Winchester Announces New Album Change of Plans

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Acclaimed country-rock band 49 Winchester has announced their forthcoming album Change of Plans, set to arrive May 15 via Lucille Records and MCA. Alongside the announcement, the Virginia-based six-piece has released their latest track, “Pardon Me,” offering a glimpse into the band’s next chapter. The new song blends the group’s Appalachian-rooted sound with a more

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Britt Taylor

Brit Taylor Shares New Single “Around and Around” Ahead of Upcoming Album Land of the Forgotten

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Eastern Kentucky songwriter and recording artist Brit Taylor has unveiled her latest single, “Around and Around,” offering a thoughtful look at the pressures of modern life and the desire to break free from routine. The track arrives ahead of her forthcoming album Land of the Forgotten, set for release March 6 via RidgeTone Records and

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Jenna Paulette

Jenna Paulette Expands Horseback Era With Deluxe Album Featuring John Morgan Duet and Live Tracks

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Rising singer and songwriter Jenna Paulette arrives with Horseback (Deluxe), a 20 track expanded edition of her 2024 album Horseback. The deluxe project includes three previously unreleased songs and a duet version of “The Dirt” featuring John Morgan. The song will be featured on SiriusXM’s Highway On The Horizon beginning today. The album was produced

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The Gray House Soundtrack

Willie Nelson Leads Star-Studded Soundtrack for Prime Video’s The Gray House, Out February 26

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MCA has announced the upcoming release of The Gray House [Original Soundtrack From The Amazon Series], set to arrive February 26 to coincide with the premiere of the limited series The Gray House on Prime Video. The first track from the project, Willie Nelson’s “Heart of America,” is available now, with the accompanying music video

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Eric Church Kicks Off 2026 With Free the Machine Tour Relaunch and New Live Release

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With Evangeline vs. The Machine earning a nomination for Best Contemporary Country Album at next weekend’s GRAMMY Awards, Eric Church is wasting no time carrying that momentum into 2026. On Wednesday night, January 22, the 11 time GRAMMY nominee returned to the stage with an intimate underplay at The Anthem in Washington, D.C., officially launching

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The Carter Sisters Foggy Mountain Top

Exclusive Premiere: “Foggy Mountain Top,” the Final Recording by the Carter Sisters

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Country Evolution is honored to premiere “Foggy Mountain Top,” the first release from the final recording sessions ever completed by the Carter Sisters. The track marks the beginning of a historic rollout that will culminate with the full album, Voices from the Ridge: The Final Sessions, arriving on all major streaming platforms on June 5,

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Juna N Joey

Exclusive Premiere: Juna N Joey’s New Single “Stop Thinking”

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Country Evolution is proud to premiere “Stop Thinking,” the newest release from country sibling duo Juna N Joey. The reflective track captures the emotional in-between of a breakup, when moving forward feels necessary but memories of what might have been are still hard to escape. Written by Juna N Joey alongside Bradley Collins, “Stop Thinking”

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