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May 8, 2025

Crystal Starr’s “Danny” Brings Retro-Futuristic Pop Brilliance with a DIY Edge

With her latest single “Danny”, Crystal Starr delivers a neon-lit, ’80s-infused anthem packed with pulsating drums, shimmering synths, and funk-driven guitar licks. This isn’t just retro nostalgia; it’s a masterclass in modern pop reinvention, showcasing an artist who thrives outside the traditional industry machine. Anchored by a hook that’s impossible to shake – “Danny, do […]

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Tommy Charles “Second Chance”

December 21, 2023

Tommy Charles “Second Chance” (Crank Music) is strong here on WNHE” Ron Dale/Nashville, TN

Olivia Rodrigo “Get Him Back!”

December 12, 2023

“Olivia Rodrigo “Get Him Back!” (Geffen/Interscope) remains a top hit on our KLZY FM” Dustin Williams (Minneapolis, KS)

Bill Abernathy “Hide Away”

December 11, 2023

”Hide Away” (MTS) from Bill Abernathy is climbing here on KDOL” Jim Wolfe/Livingston, TX

Jacaranda “Freedom, God And Family”

December 7, 2023

“Loving Jacaranda’s “Freedom, God And Family” (Freezeland Music) on Sound Machine” Tom Barstow/Moyock, SC

Paul Russell “Lil Boo Thang”

December 5, 2023

“Paul Russell & “Lil Boo Thang” (Arista) is moving fast on Today’s Hottest Hits” Bill Hennes/Pompano Beach, FL

“Cruel Summer” Taylor Swift

November 23, 2023

“Cruel Summer” (Republic) from Taylor Swift is still a solid winner KPLT” Dano/Paris, TX

Jeremy Parsons “Life Worth Dyin’ For”

November 1, 2023

”Jeremy Parsons and “Life Worth Dyin’ For” (MTS) is climbing here on KDOL” Jim Wolfe/Livingston, TX

Ed Sheeran “Eyes Closed”

October 30, 2023

“Ed Sheeran “Eyes Closed” (Atlantic) remains a top hit on our KLZY FM” Dustin Williams (Minneapolis, KS)

Taylor Swift “Cruel Summer”

October 25, 2023

“Taylor Swift’s “Cruel Summer” (Republic) is moving fast on Today’s Hottest Hits” Bill Hennes/Pompano Beach, FL

Fifty Fifty “Cupid”

October 17, 2023

“Fifty Fifty is a solid Top 5 here with “Cupid” (Warner/WMG) on KPLT” Dano/Paris, TX

Clark Ford & Underground Tree “I Don’t Want To Work Today”

October 12, 2023

“Loving the new Clark Ford & Underground Tree “I Don’t Want To Work Today” (CFM) on our Sound Machine” Tom Barstow/Moyock, SC

DK Davis “Don’t Cry Daddy”

September 14, 2023

“Don’t Cry Daddy” (AMG) from DK Davis is strong here on WNHE” Ron Dale/Nashville, TN

Taylor Swift “Karma”

August 23, 2023

“Taylor Swift’s “Karma” (Republic) is powering up fast on Today’s Hottest Hits” Bill Hennes/Pompano Beach, FL

Old Dominion “Memory Lane”

August 2, 2023

”Old Dominion’s “Memory Lane” (Arista Nashville/SME) is already Top5 on KDOL” Jim Wolfe/Livingston, TX

Robert Eskridge “Takes”

July 31, 2023

“Takes” from Robert Eskridge (Bucket List) is a chart-breaker on WOCO Country” Larry Kasynski/Oconto, WI

Kaylin Vela “Summer Bae”

July 26, 2023

“Loving the new Kaylin Vela “Summer Bae” (Ni Music) on our Sound Machine” Tom Barstow/Moyock, SC

More Than Words “Smile”

July 3, 2023

“Smile” (Angel Road) from More Than Words is strong here at WNHE” Ron Dale/Nashville, TN

John McDonough “We’ll Answer The Call”

June 15, 2023

“John McDonough and “We’ll Answer The Call” (MTS) is now breaking on Absolute Pop” Michael Johnson/Paonia, CO

Eileen Carey “Land With You”

May 10, 2023

“Eileen Carey and “Land With You” (RolleyCstr) is now spinning on our Absolute Pop” Michael Johnson/Paonia, CO

Richard Lynch “Better Off”

May 5, 2023

“Better Off” (MTS) by Richard Lynch is breaking fast on KGRS” Jason Kranz/Stillwater, OK

Miley Cyrus “Flowers”

May 2, 2023

“Flowers” (Columbia) by Miley Cyrus is a “top prime mover” here on KPLT” Dano/Paris, TX

Rihanna “Left Me Up”

April 26, 2023

“Rihanna’s “Left Me Up” (Roc Nation/Def Jam) is still powering on Today’s Hottest Hits” Bill Hennes/Pompano Beach, FL

Tommy Charles “Last Country Bar”

April 20, 2023

“Last Country Bar” (Crank) from Tommy Charles is strong here at WNHE” Ron Dale/Nashville, TN

Davina Michelle “Heartbreak”

April 11, 2023

“Loving the Davina Michelle’s “Heartbreak” (8Ball) on our Sound Machine” Tom Barstow/Moyock, SC

DK Davis “You’re In The Country”

April 6, 2023

“DK Davis “You’re In The Country” (Route 66/AMG) is a chart-breaker on Country Bear” Stan Edwards/Placid, FL

Cole Swindell “Drinkaby”

April 3, 2023

“Cole Swindell and his new song “Drinkaby” (Warner Nashville) is already a Hit on KDOL” Jim Wolfe/Livingston, TX

Rihanna “Lift Me Up”

January 26, 2023

“Rihanna with “Lift Me Up” (Roc Nation/Def Jam) is the big entry on Today’s Hottest Hits” Bill Hennes/Pompano Beach, FL

Kenny Chesney “Beer With My Friends”

January 16, 2023

“Beer With My Friends (WEA) from Kenny Chesney & Old Dominion is a Hit on KDOL” Jim Wolfe/Livingston, TX

Taylor Swift “Anti-Hero”

January 9, 2023

“Taylor Swift is a “top prime mover” here with Anti-Hero” (Republic) on KPLT” Dano/Paris, TX

See Your Shadow “Crazy Things Like That”

January 3, 2023

“Crazy Things Like That” (MTS) from See Your Shadow is strong here at WNHE” Ron Dale/Nashville, TN

WHAT’S HAPPENING @ RADIO?

February 14 2024

CRS Announces Hosts for New Faces of Country Music Show

February 7 2024

iHeartMedia Madison Names Monica Wittkopp Market President

It’s Gettin’ Harder To Keep Up With Country Radio

April 28, 2025

Morgan Wallen continues to rule the Country world at every turn. His current hit single in “I’m The Problem” (Big Loud/Mercury/Republic) moves past a crowded field in record time. He has so many songs on the charts these days at any given week that it is really hard to keep pace. I’ll try regardless. Riley […]

Eileen Carey Returns with Insightful Single, “On The Rise”

April 8, 2025

The annals of music are rich with stories of those who say they were saved by a song. Maybe it gave them a more fruitful way of looking at life, or a feeling of belonging or perhaps just a laugh when they needed one desperately. Different keys open different doors. No one knows this better […]

Winners at the Top40 Radio Format?

April 5, 2025

The magical pairing of Lisa with Doja Cat and Raye has turned into a real solid winner at the Top40 format. “Born Again” (Lloud Co/RCA) is the jam that I’m referring to and many music and programmers from across the USA are singing the praises of this track “big time”. Lady Gaga is back with […]

Lainey Wilson: A Whirlwind Of Success

March 25, 2025

Grammy, CMA and ACM Award-winning artist Lainey Wilson has earned her eighth #1 at country radio via Broken Bow Records with her current single, “4x4xU.” Hailed as “a breezy ode to lasting love” by Rolling Stone, “4x4xU” has quickly become a fan favorite since its release this past summer. Wilson’s nearly sold-out Whirlwind World Tour […]

NMAs: Another Banner Year of Crossover Hit Singles

March 13, 2025

Welcome to the New Music Awards nominees. This provides an opportunity for us to signal out the very best artists and bands over the past voting season from both the major an independent label arena. This also provides us all an opportunity to pay tribute to radio stations, music and program directors including industry professionals […]

Good Things Going On at Adult Contemporary Radio

March 7, 2025

The Weeknd appears to have so many songs on the chart at any given time that it’s actually hard to keep up with all of the titles. Regardless, his “Cry For Me” (XO/Republic) is one of his best to date and our music and programmers all agree that this one is one of the hottest […]

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May 9 2025

Hot new country single “Aint Lookin Back Now” by Todd Barrow

Rising Country Star from humble beginnings to global fame. He has worked with top producers, directors and artists. A big heart for charities supporting with his talent, time and treasure. Now a popular actor winning multiple awards. Additional Artist/Song Information: Artist Name: Todd Barrow Song Title: Aint Lookin Back Now Publishing: Todd Barrow Publishing Affiliation: […]

May 8 2025

New Single “A Quiet Life” From Boni Jane – Radio Download Available

Boni Jane is a singer/songwriter who has written over 100 songs. Her “Christmas Magic” was a huge holiday hit here in the US. The lovely song was written in the mountains of Spain after a heavy storm when the sun came out. And it was all about being in love. Her single “Everyday” (Boni-Jane Music) […]

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