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March 23, 2023

L E A Releases Alt-Pop Hits with an Emo Flair on “Happy Never Ending” EP

Today independent alt-pop artist L E A releases her “Happy Never Ending” EP. The collection of tracks is jam-packed with brilliantly memorable pop hits overlaid with an in-your-face pop-punk attitude, which perfectly marries two of the most beloved genres of 2023. The tracklist ends on a high note with featured guest vocals from one of […]

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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

Eileen Carey “Jingle Bell Rock”

December 16, 2022

“Holiday’s bright for Eileen Carey and her “Jingle Bell Rock” (Rolleycstr Music) on WIDE” Art Durivage/Troy, NY

Luke Combs “Going, Going, Gone”

December 14, 2022

“Going, Going, Gone” (Columbia Nashville) from Luke Combs is breaking on KGRS” Jason Kranz/Stillwater, OK

Callie Young “Letting Go”

December 8, 2022

“Loving Callie Young’s “Letting Go” (West Coast Collective) on our Sound Machine” Tom Barstow/Moyock, SC

Doja Cat “Vegas”

October 14, 2022

The new “Vegas” from Doja Cat (RCA) is getting a good buzz here on WEDB” Bobby Dee/Dublin, GA

DK Davis “Take Me To Mexico, Amigo”

October 10, 2022

“Take Me To Mexico Amigo” (Route66/AMG) by DK Davis is a Hit on Country Bear” Stan Edwards/Placid, FL

Matt Gonzo Roehr “Same Old Song & Dance”

October 5, 2022

“Matt Gonzo Roehr and “Same Old Song & Dance” is now on the move at Absolute Pop” Michael Johnson/Paonia, CO

Drake “Massive”

September 26, 2022

”Massive” (Republic) from Drake is a “massive” Hit on Mix 107” Dano/Paris, TX

Gary Pratt “You Gotta Jump In”

September 9, 2022

“Gary Pratt is at his best with “You Gotta Jump In” (MTS) here at WNHE” Ron Dale/Nashville, TN

Keith Urban “Brown Eyes Baby”

September 6, 2022

“Brown Eyes Baby” (Capitol Nashville) from Keith Urban is breaking on KGRS” Jason Kranz/Stillwater, OK

Lauren Spencer Smith “Fingers Crossed”

September 2, 2022

“Fingers Crossed” by Lauren Spencer Smith (Island) has huge potential here on WEDB” Bobby Dee/Dublin, GA

Tiffany Haseker “We Need To Talk”

August 30, 2022

“Loving Tiffany Haseker’s “We Need To Talk” (Radiant Dragonfly) on Sound Machine” – Tom Barstow/Moyock, SC

Callie Young “Joyride”

August 17, 2022

“Just added the new Callie Young “Joyride” (West Coast Collective) on our KCGW” DJ Angele/Edgar, NE

Joey Canyon “On Country Radio”

August 15, 2022

“Just added the new Joey Canyon “On Country Radio” (Glo-Dot) to our KCGW” DJ Angele/Edgar, NE

Rob Georg “My Mother’s Arms”

August 12, 2022

“My Mother’s Arms” by Rob Georg (Coast) sounds great on WIDE” Art Durivage/Troy, NY

Taylor Swift

March 19, 2020

”The Man”(Republic) Taylor Swift – New Add from KLMJ AC Mike Betten/Hampton, IA

Celeste Barbier

March 16, 2020

”Tidal Wave” (Independent) Celeste Barbier – Prime Mover at WNHE Ron Dale/Nashville, TN

Tones & I

March 4, 2020

“Dance Monkey” (Elektra) Tones & I – Closing in on #1 this week at KSPI Jason Kranz/Stillwater, OK

Luke Combs

February 26, 2020

”Even Though I’m Leaving” (Columbia) Luke Combs – #1 at WFLE Eddie Plummer/Flemingsburg, KY

Maren Morris

February 19, 2020

“The Bones” (Columbia Nashville) Maren Morris – Top10 @ WEDB Bobby Dee/Dublin, GA

Eileen Carey

February 18, 2020

”Finally” (RollyCstr) from Eileen Carey – New Add @ KOKX Brian Dougherty/Keokuk, IA

Kip Moore

January 27, 2020

“We’re all over the latest Kip Moore “She’s Mine” (MCA Nashville)” Eddie Plummer/WFLE (Flemingsburg, KY)

Lewis Capaldi

January 20, 2020

“Lewis Capaldi is at the top here with “Someone You Loved” (Capitol) Bobby Dee/WEDB (Swainsboro, GA)

Luke Bryan

January 13, 2020

“What She Wants Tonight” (Capitol) by Luke Bryan is doing well here” Mike Betten/KLMJ Country (Hampton, IA)

Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello

January 7, 2020

“The Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello “Senorita” (Island/UMG) is Top5 here” Dano/KPLT (Paris, TX)

Lizzo

January 1, 2020

“Lizzo “Good As Hell” (Atlantic) ranks #1 for us” Jason Kranz/KSPI (Stillwater, OK)

Joey Canyon

December 31, 2019

“Joey Canyon has something going with “Take Me Back” (Glo-dot)” Mojo Wilson/WMSR (Tuscumbia, AL)

NMAs Take Aim At Country Music

March 21, 2023

Justin Moore has teamed up with the respectable Priscilla Block for a solid winner at Country radio. Everybody is all over the single “You, Me, And Whiskey” (Valory/Mercury) and it appears to be nothing to stop this great new entry. It’s one of the best duet offerings of the year so far so we hope […]

Top40 Takes Over With NMA Nominations

March 20, 2023

Coi Leray Kid Laroi is back at Top40 and radio is pretty excited about this new one. “Love Again” (Columbia) is the jam that is setting playlists from coast to coast on fire. I have to admit that this is one of the better tracks from the Kid and it appears to be well on […]

2023 NMA: The Final Stretch

March 14, 2023

It’s that time of year when New Music Weekly honors the very best in our 2023 New Music Awards. The ballot is up and it’s great to see so many amazing artists, bands and industry professionals getting the kind of attention they so deserve. We had a record setting amount of votes from the USA […]

Ireland’s Ryan Sheridan Wins Top Honors in 19th Annual Acoustic Music Awards

March 3, 2023

Critically Acclaimed Ireland based folk-acoustic artist Ryan Sheridan wins top honors in the 19th Annual IAMA (International Acoustic Music Awards). He also won Best Male Artist Award as well. Ryan Sheridan is a Platinum-selling Recording Artist, Songwriter, Performer and Producer based in Dublin, Ireland. Sheridan started his music career as a busker on the […]

New Music Weekly Magazine Announces 2023 NMA Nominees

February 20, 2023

New Music Weekly magazine has announced the nominations for the 2023 New Music Awards. Harry Styles, Lizzo and Jack Harlow are among the top major label nominees while artists Garrett Young, See Your Shadow and John Jurney are among the many independent artists nominated. Additional nominees include radio stations, music programmers, as well as music industry […]

The 28h Annual USA Songwriting Competition Kicks Off, 2022 Winners Announced

February 1, 2023

Entries are now accepted for the 28th Annual USA Songwriting Competition. Win a top prize of $50,000 worth of cash and merchandise. Also, have your winning songs played on radio! Enter in Pop, Rock/Alt, Folk, R&B, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Instrumental, etc. Entrants come from all over the world: Australia, Canada, Japan, Brazil, Germany, USA, South Africa, […]

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March 23 2023

Heather Lynn “Love Of Your Life” now at Country radio: Radio/Media Download

Heather Lynn’s newest single, “Love Of Your Life” tells the story of a love between a man and his guitar. Heather sings of a woman who doesn’t “want to share the one she loves” and even though he loves her faithfully, there’s always “one thing he’ll love more than her”. Heather has been heavily influenced […]

March 22 2023

Shawn Michael Perry “Brave” released to radio: Radio Download Now

Embrace the magic of Shawn Michael Perry’s “Brave,” as he opens a world of possibilities through a one-of-a-kind style and immersive rhythms A highly anticipated new release by Rock sensation Shawn Michael, “Brave” is a thoroughly riveting and admirable work. A true musical genius, Perry’s impeccable song writing and captivating voice have earned him multiple […]

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