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An LP Navigating the Beauty in Darkness, Illuminated by the Spikes

Unlike most living things that lean toward the sun for growth, The Spikes’ latest collection of songs have been harvested in the dark. The growth comes from a poetic process—creating its own life source and a metamorphosis of interpretation. Their LP First Light is steeped in tension, instinct, and emotional residue. Across eight tracks, it […]

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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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Tommy Charles “Last Country Bar”

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

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Davina Michelle “Heartbreak”

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

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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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2025 Top40 Music Breakouts

Top40 has a lot to brag about thanks to a few solid entries that include Doja Cat “Jealous Type” (RCA), Smith “Halloween Song” (Hitmaker/10k Projects) and Zara Larsson “Crush” (Epic). They are all buzzing hard at radio right now. Doja Cat continues to deliver infectious hooks, and “Jealous Type” is burning up requests according to […]

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Lakelin Lemmings: Girl Next Door

When you hear Lakelin Lemmings sing for the first time, you can’t help but feel like you’ve been listening to her forever. The 19-year-old singer-songwriter from West Tennessee is utterly approachable, and undeniably herself. She’s the all-American girl next door, with big dreams and the talent to achieve them. Now 19 years old, Lakelin began […]

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The Malpass Brothers Receive Prestigious Josie Music Award Nominations, Plus The Tex Ritter Award

When it comes to holding an audience’s attention, The Malpass Brothers always have more than a few tricks of up the sleeves of their Nudie Suits. They electrify the stage with their showy outfits, superb musicianship, and the kind of light-hearted banter and antics that only blood brothers could get away with. It’s those brotherly […]

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Mike Kuster’s “She’s My Reason For Going Home” Drops

“This song continues my release of songs that will form my album, “Fifty”. This album celebrates my fifty years of kicking around dirt on this rock! “She’s My Reason For Going Home” comes from a very personal place. A few years ago, my son was in a bad accident. While we were in the hospital, […]

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New Summer Hit From Boni Jane at radio now: Radio/Media Download

Boni Jane is a multi-talented singer/songwriter who has written over 100 songs. Her “Dancing With Angels” is a Top10 hit rignt now on the US charts & this new “Measure Of My Love” is expected to break at radio in record time. All her current songs are featured on the new album entitled “Best Of […]

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Paris WYA Releases “Only Time Will Tell,” Lead Single From Upcoming EP MANNEQUIN

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Ryan John Clary Shares Double Single: The First Sip

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Sarina Explores Different Personalities in New EP “The Fool”

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Country Recording Artist Waylon Hanel Announces 3rd Studio Album, When Waylon Came To Nashville, Available Everywhere Digitally & Vinyl On Friday, November 28