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April 8, 2021

Dariann Leigh Empowers in New Single “Let Me Go”

Dariann Leigh boasts the beauty of knowing your own worth in her brand new single, “Let Me Go.” Captivating and empowering, Dariann brings forth an anthem of confidence and self-respect. “When you let go of something, a lot of people associate that with weakness, as if you didn’t have the strength to hold on,” Leigh […]

RADIO SPEAKS

Taylor Swift

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

Celeste Barbier

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

Tones & I

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

Luke Combs

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

Maren Morris

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

Eileen Carey

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

Kip Moore

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

Lewis Capaldi

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

Luke Bryan

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

Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello

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

Lizzo

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

Joey Canyon

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

Tower Circle

“We’re loving the new Tower Circle “Come A Little Closer” (Independent)” Nikki Thunder/KCHE (Cherokee, IA)

Johannes Linstead

“Christmas is fun again with Johannes Linstead’s “Tropical Christmas” Art Durivage/WIDE (Troy, NY)

Ron Ramsey Jr

“Ron Ramsey Jr. has a debut hit on his hands with “Comin’ Back Home” Mojo Wilson/WMSR (Tuscumbia, AL)

Post Malone

“Post Malone “Circles” (Republic/UMG) is fast becoming a solid favorite for us” Terry Haley/WAKQ (Paris, TN)

Rhett May

“Rhett May is on fire here with his new & exciting “Cocktails & Cannabis” (Independent)” Art Durivage/WIDE (Troy, NY)

Benny Marsella

“We’re all over the new Benny Marsella “A Special Kind Of Love” (Scheherazade)” Nikki Thunder/KCHE (Cherokee, IA)

Billy F Otis

“Just added “Front Page News” from Billy F Otis (CVB), a great follow-up to his last” Mike Betten/KQCR (Hampton, IA)

Ashley Best

“Ashley Best & “Nothing Ever Seems To Do” is starting to break here” Jason Kranz/KGFY (Stillwater, OK)

Joy Mover

“We’re loving the new Joy Mover single “Heaven In Your Heart” (Independent)” Nikki Thunder/KCHE (Cherokee, IA)

Ed Sheeran & Justin Bieber

“Ed Sheeran & Justin Bieber “I Don’t Care” (Atlantic) is closing in on #1 for us” Terry Haley/WAKQ (Paris, TN)

Garrett Young

“Garrett Young has a breakout Hit in “Stray Cat Call” (West Coast Collective)” Art Durivage/WIDE (Troy, NY)

Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello

“I Like Me Better” from Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello is a solid winner” Bobby Dee/WEDB (Swainsboro, GA)

Justin Moore

“Justin Moore ” The Ones That Didn’t Make It Back Home” (Valory/Big Machine/Universal) is almost #1 here” Larry Kazynski/WOCO (Green Bay, WI)

Ashley Best

“Ashley Best & “Nothing Ever Seems To Do” is starting to break here” Jason Kranz/KGFY (Stillwater, OK)

Miranda Lambert

“Miranda Lambert’s “It All Comes Out in the Wash” (Warner/RCA Nashville) tops our add list” Eddie Plummer/WFLE (Flemingsburg, KY)

Joy Mover

“We’re loving the new Joy Mover single “Heaven In Your Heart” (Independent)” Nikki Thunder/KCHE (Cherokee, IA)

Shawn Mendes

“Shawn Mendes “If I Can’t Have You” (Island/UMG) is breaking fast for us” Bobby Dee/WEDB (Swainsboro, GA)

Devi

“Just added the new Devi “Heart Stone”, a Great song and great follow-up” Mike Betten/KQCR (Hampton, IA)

Rob Georg: Professional Equestrian Athlete To Country Music Star

Country music has always been regarded as an American sound bred in the southern regions, but if fans have learned anything from the likes of Keith Urban, Country music can come up from anywhere in the world. This leads us to the German radio cowboy himself, Rob Georg. Very few would imagine a cowboy from […]

2021 New Music Awards Winners Announcement

New Music Weekly, producers of The New Music Awards, has announced the Winners of the 2021 New Music Awards (NMAs). This year’s NMAs honors more than 35 Winners in the categories of music, radio stations, radio programmers and industry executives. Demonstrating the diversity within the music industry, NMA Winners and Nominees represent a mix of established […]

Tara Kelly Releases Fierce Visual for Heartbreak Anthem “The River”

Emerging pop-Americana artist, Tara Kelly, has released a new music video for her single “The River.” This dynamic folk/pop-country crossover is a stomp and holler break-up anthem with a melodic structure bound to catch any pop listener’s ear. Her empowered female voice illuminates her lover’s infidelity, while the lyrics portray a dark and stormy dive […]

NMAs Nominations Time Of Year

Seems to be that time of year when we honor recording artists and bands for our annual New Music Awards. In usual fashion New Music Weekly also acknowledges radio stations, programmers, record labels and industry professionals among others. This year for some reason there has been a huge response and participation the likes of which […]

Florida Georgia Line: Revolutionizing Bro-Country

Florida Georgia Line was formed a duo in 2010 by Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley. Their 2012 debut single “Cruise” broke two major sales records: downloaded over seven million times, making it the first country song ever to receive the Diamond certification, becoming the best-selling digital country song of all time until it was surpassed […]

Primadonna Reeds Nominated For 2021 New Music Awards

The Primadonna Reeds are honored today as an Official Nominee at the 2021 New Music Awards sponsored by New Music Weekly Magazine. The Primadonna Reeds’ 2020 hit single “Glitter Girl” placed high on both Top 40 and AC/HotAC charts. The song was also featured in the highly acclaimed feature film, “Rolling Stone: Life and Death […]

March162021

Inspirational Pop Singer/Songwriter NEDY Releases Anti-Bullying Anthem, “Made To Be”

Rising Inspirational Pop singer/songwriter NEDY, spreads a message of self-love and strength with the release of her latest single, “Made to Be.” It is easy to get caught up in society’s standards and consider God-given qualities to be scars, especially when bullied for what makes you special. “Made To Be” serves as a guiding light to […]

March102021

Multi-award winning Vocalist and Producer Natalie Nicole Gilbert Releases New Dance Pop Remix Album Don’t Blink

Multi-award winning vocalist, songwriter, and producer Natalie Nicole Gilbert demonstrates her musical versatility yet again, this time with her new dance pop album, Don’t Blink. Having released over a dozen albums of original music ranging from EDM to jazz to alt pop-rock, Gilbert glides back to the dance/pop realm with her 2021 album. Produced by […]