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2025 in Music: Milestones, Momentum, and the Road Ahead

As 2025 closes the door, we look back on a year defined by remarkable milestones, ground-breaking tours, and unforgettable chart moments. Across genres, artists pushed boundaries and delivered music that resonated deeply with fans worldwide. It was a year of resilience, creativity, and growth—setting the stage for even greater achievements in 2026. Looking ahead, anticipation […]

RADIO SPEAKS

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Eileen Carey “Carry Me Away”

“We are all over the new “Carry Me Away” (Rolley Cstr) from Eileen Carey on the Sound Machine” Tom Barstow/Moyock, SC

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Jelly Roll “Heart Of Stone”

“Jelly Roll’s Heart Of Stone” (BMG/Republic/Stoney Creek) is Top10 on our Coyote Country” Russ Davidson/Sheridan, WY

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Wrangle Up “Wrangle Up”

“Wrangle Up and their “Wrangle Up” (Wrangle Up) is a breaking hit here on WOCO” Larry Kasynski/Oconto, WI

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Kenneth Roy “Two Of A Kind”

“Kenneth Roy’s “Two Of A Kind” (Physico Records/WireonFire) is a solid breakout on KKUL” Michael D/Henderson, NV

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Buck McCoy “Paris Texas Man”

“Loving Buck McCoy’s “Paris Texas Man” (Weir Brothers) on Country KGRS” Jason Kranz/Stillwater, OK

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Lainey Wilson “Somewhere Over Laredo”

“Lainey Wilson “Somewhere Over Laredo” (This Is Hit/Broken Bow) is breaking on Country Bear” Stan Edwards/Lake Placid, FL USA

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Michele Bettencourt “Everybody Loves A Circus”

“Michele Bettencourt w/Vampire Time’s “Everybody Loves A Circus” (Licorice Pizza) tops WNHE” Ron Dale/Nashville, TN

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Morgan Wallen “What I Want”

“Morgan Wallen w/Tate McRae and “What I Want” (Big Loud/Mercury/UMG) is a hit on KYRC” Dan Mathews/Yuba City, CA

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Tommy Charles “Second Chance”

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

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Olivia Rodrigo “Get Him Back!”

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

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Bill Abernathy “Hide Away”

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

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Jacaranda “Freedom, God And Family”

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

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Paul Russell “Lil Boo Thang”

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

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“Cruel Summer” Taylor Swift

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

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Jeremy Parsons “Life Worth Dyin’ For”

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

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Ed Sheeran “Eyes Closed”

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

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Taylor Swift “Cruel Summer”

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

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Fifty Fifty “Cupid”

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

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

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

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DK Davis “Don’t Cry Daddy”

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

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Taylor Swift “Karma”

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

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Old Dominion “Memory Lane”

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

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Robert Eskridge “Takes”

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

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Kaylin Vela “Summer Bae”

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

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More Than Words “Smile”

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

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John McDonough “We’ll Answer The Call”

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

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Eileen Carey “Land With You”

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

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Richard Lynch “Better Off”

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

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Miley Cyrus “Flowers”

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

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Rihanna “Left Me Up”

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

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2025 in Music: Milestones, Momentum, and the Road Ahead

As 2025 closes the door, we look back on a year defined by remarkable milestones, ground-breaking tours, and unforgettable chart moments. Across genres, artists pushed boundaries and delivered music that resonated deeply with fans worldwide. It was a year of resilience, creativity, and growth—setting the stage for even greater achievements in 2026. Looking ahead, anticipation […]

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Little Big Town: The Innkeeper

Beloved country quartet Little Big Town ushers in the holiday season with the surprise release of a brand-new Christmas ballad, “The Innkeeper,” available now via MCA Nashville. The heartfelt track arrives as a special gift to fans, blending the group’s signature harmonies with timeless storytelling that captures the spirit of the season. Produced by Little […]

Little Big Town

Little Big Town: The Innkeeper

Beloved country quartet Little Big Town ushers in the holiday season with the surprise release of a brand-new Christmas ballad, “The Innkeeper,” available now via MCA Nashville. The heartfelt track arrives as a special gift to fans, blending the group’s signature harmonies with timeless storytelling that captures the spirit of the season. Produced by Little […]

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2025 FALL MUSIC PREVIEW

As fall unfolds, fresh radio singles heat up the airwaves—setting the perfect tempo as we edge into the holiday music season faster than you can say “deck the halls”. These tracks get you primed for pumpkin-spiced vibes and countdown playlists, while laying musical groundwork for those festive jingles that always sneak up on us. This […]

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2025 AC Music Resonates with Listeners

Disco Lines X Tinashe’s “No Broke Boys” (Nice Life/Atlantic) is making serious waves in the AC40 radio world. With a fusion of infectious dance beats and Tinashe’s signature vocal style, the track is a hit among program directors and radio stations. Tinashe, known for her genre-blending approach, continues to capture attention as her song climbs […]

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Country Radio’s 2025 Home Stretch

Luke Combs’ “Back In The Saddle” (SMN/Columbia) is already a massive hit, with radio stations across the country praising its catchy melody and signature Combs charm. As one of country music’s biggest stars, his music always resonates with listeners, and this track is no exception—program directors are reporting growing requests for the song. Riley Green, […]

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Austin Springs with his new love song just in time for the Holiday – Valentine’s Day

  Austin Springs with his new love song just in time for the Holiday – Valentine’s Day Additional Artist/Song Information: Artist Name: Austin Springs Song Title: Valentine’s Day Publishing: AGS Realty LLC Publishing Affiliation: ASCAP Album Title: Austin Springs Record Label: Rooftop Entertainment Record Label: Rooftop Entertainment Austin Springs 2536785150 austinsprings@hotmail.com  

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New Single from Window Vain “If We Ever Grow Up”

Canadian west coast born and raised. Window Vain is a four-piece alternative-rock band from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Fusing melodic and punchy instrumentation with old-school production. Window Vain is a project created to hopefully breathe new life and sensibility into this new era of rock bands. Equally inspired by the likes of 90’s powerhouses such […]

ARTIST FEATURES

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Trey Calloway Brings Funky ’90s Country Flair to New Single “Make That Move” – Out Today

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Moe Bandy Marks 50 Years of His Iconic Hit Single “Hank Williams, You Wrote My Life”

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Natalie Del Carmen Releases Deeply Resonant Pastoral Single “Plans Upon Plans”

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Robbie Gennet Concludes His Ten-Album Odyssey with Break the Night