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SWEEPBatting cleanup on the year is the fourth quarter, 2016 ‘16 always a busy time for single and releases. FOURTH QUARTER Read on to see what labels have in their lineup. MUSIC PREVIEW

ARISTA writing with hitmakers including and ’s 's "Dirty Laundry" continues to , and honing his studio craft with clean up on the charts, following her previous three producer . Storyteller singles all going No. 1. Look on The Storyteller Tour and on the 50th CMA Awards with co- BIG MACHINE host Brad Paisley, who'll once again be playing some Mississippi native/ Season XV winner college dates this fall. "Our new band Lanco have a Jay Trent Harmon introduces his new single "There's A Joyce-produced project, and their debut single Long Girl" to stations as he writes and records for his debut Live Tonight' is out now,” says VP/Promotion Josh album. Tim McGraw follows "" Easler. Lanco will open for this with "How I'll Always Be." "Tim continues to create quarter. Newlywed Cam is fresh off the the standard for male artists to be bold and balanced summer tour and is now headlining her own dates in life, love and career," says SVP/Promotion Jack and working on new music. "Lastly, we will introduce Purcell. "He is the epitome of a Big Machine." The the world to newcomer Seth Ennis," says Easler. "Seth Cadillac Three's debut Bury Me In Boots is out now is a Georgia native and is a true singer-. and have new music on deck for the More on him soon!" fall, as well as their fi rst-ever Christmas record, which is stacked with classics. "Look for our multi-talented Georgia Line follow up their No. 1 "H.O.L.Y." with recording artist/actor Jennifer Nettles' profi le to hit "" featuring Tim McGraw, from their third Arista’s Seth Ennis another octave!" adds Purcell. "Her highest solo ef- studio album . "The BMLG Records fort to date, 'Unlove You,' is a constant reminder that team will hit the road during fourth quarter with new her voice, wisdom and female perspective is built on artist Ryan Follese for a nationwide radio tour," says listener trust." Following two headline tours, look for VPP Matthew Hargis, "and his debut self-titled EP is Nettles in 's Christmas Colors: Circle of Love already on iTunes." airing this fall. The host of ABC's Country Christmas is bringing that same spirit to a Christmas album, due BROKEN BOW Oct. 14. "We could all use 'A Little More Summertime,' espe- cially going into the fall," says VP/National Promo Lee BIG SPARK Adams, "and the ACM Entertainer of the Year delivers "Our fl agship artist Olivia Lane has really come in to with his current single." 's They Don't her own this year with a heavy touring schedule and Know is out now and also features his No. 1 "Lights constant writing with some great names, including her Come On." has been "Seein' Red" all AVERAGE JOES producer Ilya Toshinskiy,” says Big Spark Music Group over the country while touring with . The Colt Ford returns to radio with "4 Lane Gone" from VP/GM Dennis Kurtz. "Her self-titled EP, released single is from his upcoming third album. Also, Dustin his upcoming album Love Hope & Faith. It shows in July, shows her undeniable growth this year. We're kicks off a fall tour with . And now that another side of Colt as an artist – the singing side. excited for everyone to fi nally hear her new music." you know his name, Jordan Rager brings radio a new "Colt put his all into this new single and album," says song co-penned by Chris Janson called "Now That I VP/Promo & Mktg. Tony Morreale. "He's lost more BLACK RIVER Know Your Name," going for adds Sept. 19. than 50 pounds and is committed to fi nding and Look for to follow "Peter Pan" with writing songs on a higher level. He's more confi dent a new single this fall. "We can't thank our friends at CAPITOL as a singer and he's challenging himself across the Country radio enough for their incredible support of Dierks Bentley and Elle King continue to bring emo- board to give the fans what they deserve – a great new Kelsea during this journey," says VP/Promotion Mike tional understanding to the masses with "Different album. Everyone is going to fi nd something on this Wilson. "She has been writing and working on her For Girls." Expect a new single from Bentley's album new album that they like!" next album and I have to tell you, its next-level stuff." Black in October. Luke Bryan's chart burner "Move" Wilson says that buzz you hear is about Jacob Davis. will continue up the chart for most of the fall and ap- BIGBIG "He's another phenomenal writer and artist," he adds. proaching the holidays. Expect a new single from Kill Eric Chesser's "Yes" goes for adds soon. The single "We can't wait to introduce you to him." The Lights before the end of the year. Luke's Farm Tour garnered 1.5 million streams in its fi rst week. "Many EP, Here's To The Farmer, is out now. Darius Rucker is stations are already believers, and with many adds to BMLG RECORDS setting up his fourth Capitol album with new single "If come." says Pres. Tom Carey. Catch Chesser on his Brett Young's debut single "" con- I Told You." Hot on the heels of Jon Pardi's fi rst No. Southern Tour through December, ending with his Edu- tinues to climb the charts as his self-titled EP landed 1, "Head Over Boots," his follow up from the chart- cational Scholarship Fundraiser "The Night Before inside the Top 10 at iTunes upon release. Florida topping California Sunrise, "Dirt On My Boots" is off Eve Party" Dec. 30. Chesser will also release holiday and running. "If you haven't heard this album, you single "Christmas In The Country." BigBig's Johnny really, really need to listen," advises VP/Promo Bobby Rogers has a new Country Legends album and he'll kick Young. He adds, "'s second single off his new History of Country and Rock & Roll show in 'Heartbreak Song' is on its way up the chart, position- Branson, MO running Nov. 4-Jan. 30, 2017 at the old ing her as the breakthrough artist of 2017." Young Tony Orlando Theatre. predicts 's "Blue Ain't Your Color" will end the year as the fourth No. 1 from Ripcord. "Little BIG LOUD Big Town has been recording their new album," adds Debut artist releases his second single "For Young, "and we hope to release the debut track the Her," the follow-up to his No. 1 "Fix" from Girl Prob- fi rst week in October. It's possible you may have it lems. "Chris calls this highly relatable song his 'Back- even a week earlier. It's also exciting to know we could street Boys moment,'" says President Clay Hunnicutt. have new Lady Antebellum music soon." "It's sure to be a big hit with everyone and has the potential to be in several weddings over the next year." COLD RIVER Morgan Wallen makes his appearance as the sec- The support of 100 monitored stations gave Drew ond artist on the label. "Morgan is an exciting 23-year- Baldridge a strong debut with "Dance With Ya." "We old singer-songwriter with a dynamic vocal presence, are excited to partner with New Revolution to launch a down-home personality and a sound straight out of Drew's new single 'Rebound' this fall and fi nish his the modern South," says Hunnicutt. Wallen's fi ve-song radio tour as we enter 2017," says VP/Promo Jim EP includes his debut single "," at radio BigBig’s Eric Chesser Dandy. "Drew's energy, determination and positive at- now. The Sneedville, TN native has spent the last year titude is contagious for everyone around him. He has

PAGE 41 • SEPTEMBER 2016 everything it takes to become a superstar in country EMI NASHVILLE music. And Placer Creek Publishing continues to grow "Eric Church's 'Kill A Word' could prove to be one of the BMLGR’s Ryan Follese beyond our own expectations, with Maggie Baugh at most important statements of the year," says VPP Jimmy the helm writing and recording songs for her fi rst EP." Rector. "In a turbulent time, sometimes the message needs to be heard, and it is powerfully delivered by Eric." COLUMBIA Church kicks off his 2017 tour in January, but not before is "Setting The World On Fire" with Brothers Osborne bring "21 Summer" into the fall on his next album, Cosmic Hallelujah, out Oct. 28, while their headlining tour. Gary Allan delivers new single "Do will continue driving in the fast lane You Wish It Was Me," as does Eric Paslay, who co-penned with "80s Mercedes." "'Everybody We Know Does' will "Angels In This Town." "Have you hit a show lately?" asks be Chase Rice's anthem of the year that launches his Rector. "Make sure to come see the energy level Eric new album early in 2017," says SVPP Shane Allen. Also brings to the crowd." and the Scott Fam- look for new music from Tyler Farr in Q4. ily's Love Remains and lead single "Thy Will" continues receiving airplay at both Country and Christian radio. NASH ICON CURB And fi nally, Rector says 's Angels and Alcohol GM Jim Weatherson reports 's Tattooed "Jerrod Niemann and are spreading 'A Little album "reminds us how great of a writer and vocalist the Heart releases Oct. 21, containing lead single "Damn More Love' into the fall," says VP/Promo Ryan Dokke. future Hall of Famer continues to be." Drunk" (with Kix Brooks) and produced by Rascal "Both Jerrod and Lee are putting the fi nishing touches Flatts' Jay DeMarcus. on new – the best each of them has done yet." IN2UNE Dokke points to Dylan Scott's more than 500,000 career Matt Gary hits the road on a full Q4 radio tour promot- NEW REVOLUTION downloads and more than 15 million YouTube views, ing his second single, which releases in January, reports Big & Rich continue with "Lovin' Lately" (featuring plus streams on Spotify, Pandora, Shazam. "Every met- VP Promotion/Management Jamice Jennnings. And Tim McGraw) from their Gravity album. Steve Moak- ric available – particularly 18-34 – he crushes," he says. while there's no offi cial date yet, newcomer Kaylee Rut- ler's "Suitcase" packed more than 1,000 SiriusXM plays, "'My Girl' is ready to be a big hit and Country radio is land will be at radio before the end of the year. "We will 40,000 singles sold and nearly 3 million streams before going to allow Dylan to rise to the next level this fall." continue bringing Margo Price to radio through the shipping to terrestrial radio. The label partnered with In other label news, Love And Theft are fi nishing their end of fourth quarter and continue with her second Cold River for Drew Baldridge's "Rebound." "His live debut Curb single and Mo Pitney's debut album comes single 'Four Years Of Chances,'" adds Jennings. show rivals anyone out there and he has entertainment out before the holidays. Plus, Country radio will soon running through his veins," says Principal Rob Dalton. be introduced to Jackson Michelson. MCA If you have the 18-34 woes, Dalton says Jessie James As Josh Turner's debut single "Hometown Girl" from Decker's "Lights Down Low" "speaks to this audience DOT his 2017 album climbs the chart, listen for new music like no other. Her No. 1 demo is Female 20-29. Her Tucker Beathard will release his debut EP Oct. 7 along from both Sam Hunt and Kip Moore sometime in Q4. No. 2 demo is Female 30-39. Jessie is a champion for with a follow-up single to "Rock On" in mid-October. "Also on deck is a box set that contains the cell you want most." Dalton is just as effusive about White continues "Livin' The Dream" with a new new tracks, and a second single, ‘Good At Tonight,’ Casey Donahew's "Kiss Me." "My eyes were opened single expected from his debut album Spark in December. from David Nail's album Fighter," says VPP Katie Dean. when I saw Casey headline this year's KJKE Jake Jam," he White has been opening for label mates Zac Brown Band, says. "He delivered like an arena act. It's time to show who are working on their next project this winter while MERCURY the rest of the world this amazing artist." "Castaway" plays on the radio. Maddie & Tae are also in Summer Forever extends to Q4 with another single the studio this fall prepping the debut single from their from 's album of the same name. NINE NORTH/TURNPIKE sophomore album. "Expect incredible music to come 's "Parachute" floats up the charts as MUSIC/EDGEHILL from these two amazingly talented women," says VP/Pro- VPP Damon Moberly advises, "Don't miss him when Lavendine's "Boomerang" remains a Q4 priority, as mo Kris Lamb. Singer/songwriter Aaron Lewis is climbing he comes to your town!" drives the does Lauren Lizabeth's "To Be Young." "It's been years the charts with his fi rst single for the label, "That Ain't "Road Less Traveled" as she preps for a full-length since an act broke out of New England (Jo Dee Mes- Country" from Sinner. "Aaron is real," says Lamb. "He's a album, while set up their Mercury sina was the last)," says Pres. Larry Pareigis. "Lauren's patriot. His muse is the common man and the common debut project, led by "Comeback struggles of living a simple life in a complicated world." Kid." After a DJ remix hit Europe Dreamlined’s Farewell Angelina last year, the original version of DREAMLINED Easton Corbin's "Are You With "'s new label and promotion partners Me" continues on the chart. Ca- Star Farm have Kevin MaC's '#Winning' breaking his naan Smith is currently in the beach vibe out of his home area of Norfolk/Virginia studio working on his second Beach with a Troy Gleason-directed video and six-song album, and Kacey Musgraves will EP ready to drop," says GM Bob Cahill. "We are also offer a Christmas album with teeing up Farewell Angelina's powerful and emotional several new songs. tear-jerker 'If It Ain't With You' due to fan demand heading into the holidays." MOMENTUM "We are very excited about new music EMERALD MUSIC GROUP from Rachele Lynae," says Manag- Tyler Steel's new single is called "Middle Seat," the ing Partner Jimmy Murphy. "Look fi rst from his new album Third Gear. "Tyler is the for something in fourth quarter '16 perfect combination of Kenny Chesney and Jason Al- or fi rst quarter '17. We also will be dean," says VP/Promotion Dan Hagar. "We're getting announcing new artist signings later great response from radio." this year." YEARS WEEKS MONTHS 10 120 522 3652 DAYS

New be working the title cut of the new Blue the lead single from his forthcoming Revolution’s Cadillac album from Billy Ray Cyrus, November album. are Casey Thin Line,” says Star Farm President enjoying a return to radio with their fi rst Donahew Michael Powers. Also in Q4, Star Farm Valory release, "Saltwater Gospel." "And," will continue working Rebel Engine art- adds Briner, "plans are in the works for ist Stephanie Quayle's "Drinking With Tara 'Damn!' Thompson's next single, the Dolly" and Lucas Hoge's "Boom Boom." follow-up to her sassy debut, 'Someone To Take Your Place.'" STONEY CREEK Parmalee's "Roots" are growing in Q4 WAR WEA’s while Thompson Square testify "You Following their second consecutive No. 1 Aubrie Sellers Make It Look So Good." Randy Houser "From The Ground Up," Dan + Shay will will continue "Chasing Down A Good release a new single from Obsessed soon, as from the great state of Rhode Island, Time" on Country radio and on tour well as hit the road with Chris Young and WHEELHOUSE so it's her turn! Kevin Mason and I con- with Dierks Bentley. "Adam Craig co- headline their own tour. "Wheelhouse will concentrate on work- tinue to work with management clients wrote Parmalee's Top 5 'Close Your will smoke through the cold months with ing 's sophomore single Jessica Rose and new – from Australia – Eyes,'" says VP/Promo Chris Loss. "Now his uptempo "Cigarette," the second offer- '' following his debut No. Micks!" Look for new music from both. it's time for the powerhouse vocalist to ing from new album El Rio. Chris Janson's 1 ','" says VP/Promo- enjoy success on the mic himself with fan favorite "Holdin' Her" continues its tion Teddi Bonadies. "Runaway June's RCA 'Reckon.'" march toward the top. "His performance 'Lipstick' is a major priority. The team will Chris Young, Old Dominion, Miranda of this song at the New Faces show earlier continue to introduce this special female Lambert and all continue THIRTY TIGERS this year was the highlight of the night," trio to Country radio nationally as well as with their current singles. "We'll have the Asheville, NC native Luke Combs al- says VP/Promo Chris Palmer. Catch Chris promote the single. Their unique sound follow up single from 's Ameri- ready books more than 200 shows a year on the Buy Me A Boat Tour before he hits is proving to grow fans at radio as well as can Love album in October," says SVPP and sells out venues across the country, the studio later this year to begin writing their fan base." Additionally, Trace Adkins Keith Gale. "It will be a busy end to the many in fi rst-time markets. His debut and recording for his next album. "Jana will release a new album in the coming year with RCA hits on the radio!" single "Hurricane" from his six-song Kramer's 'Circles' continues to establish months, led by current single "Lit." EP This One's For You is out digitally and her as a core female artist in the format," REVIVER/1608 Combs will add seven new songs to com- says Palmer. "Her singles have been certi- WMN LoCash continues with "I Know Some- fi ed gold and platinum and she has more After peaking 's "She's body" and plan to have the third single than 135 million streams to date." The Got A Way With Words," look for the from The Fighters at radio before the Last Bandoleros will continue crisscross- third single from If I'm Honest – and New Year. Thayer, MO's Michael Tyler ing America bringing their unique brand look for its singer on Season 11 of The has already written a No. 1 song (Dierks of from border to border, Voice as well as the fi nal dates of his 2016 Bentley's "Somewhere On A Beach") while Charlie Worsham will have new tour. Following his platinum-selling and the label has shipped his debut sin- music. "He has been working hard in the "You Should Be Here," Cole Swindell gle as an artist, "Crazy Last Night." "The studio with famed producer Frank Liddell offers current single "Middle Of A entire project is incredibly strong, all creating the follow-up to his critically Memory." Don't miss "Judge Swindell" co-written by Tyler and now complete acclaimed debut album," reports Palmer. on the Miss America pageant Sept. for a 2017 release," says SVP/Promotion "We'll also begin setup on a captivating 11, or on the road with Florida Georgia Bob Reeves. Josh Abbott Band contin- 18-year-old singer-songwriter from the Pa- Line through the end of October. His ues to expand their presence outside cifi c Northwest named Bailey Bryan. We'll headlining Down Home Tour starts Oct. Thirty Tigers’ of Texas and the Red Dirt circuit with be hitting radio in the fall with a single in 26, accompanied by his Down Home Ses- Luke Combs "Wasn't That Drunk" from Front Row early 2017." sions III EP. As Brett Eldredge's "Wanna Seat. Reeves adds they'll use Q4 and into Be That Song" climbs the chart and he the new year to introduce new artist WEA wraps his dates with Keith Urban, he'll Erica Nicole. "She has a bigger-than-life plete his debut album of the same name "We are bringing the heat this fall," says also release his fi rst-ever Christmas al- personality and the voice to match," Oct. 7. "Luke Combs is the perfect com- VP/Promo Jordan Pettit, pointing to bum, Glow. The collection was recorded says Reeves. "You're going to love her!" bination of outlaw spirit and everyman High Valley's "Make You Mine" from in the legendary Avatar studio in New relatability, delivered with expressive their debut album coming out this fall, York City. William Michael Morgan's SHOW DOG melodies, powerful lyrics and big hooks," as well as Michael Ray's third single debut album Vinyl comes out Sept. 30 "Toby Keith's new single 'A Few More says VP/Promotion & Artist Develop- from his debut album, "Think A Little and includes "I Met A Girl." "Warner Cowboys' will take us through the ment Pam Newman. VP/Country Music Less." "A buzz precedes Aubrie Sellers Music Nashville is incredibly proud to fourth quarter for a CD release slated Mgmt. Anthony "Gino" Genaro reports before we introduce her unique brand welcome RaeLynn to the family," says for early 2017," says VP/Promo Rick Aaron Watson is headed into the studio of 'Garage Country' to radio with her VP/Promotion Kristen Williams. "She's Moxley. Newly signed Waterloo Revival with Marshall Altman this fall to record debut single October 17," says Pet- always been family, it's just offi cial now!" are in the studio working on their fi rst the follow up to his No. 1 The Underdog. tit. "Aubrie penned every song on her RaeLynn will tour with her former The release for the label. Look for a Q4 lead single release and a self-released album that has brought Voice coach, Shelton, this fall in support Q1 2017 album release. much critical acclaim and an impres- of her debut single for the label, "Love SILVERADO sive touring schedule opening for Triangle." launches Q4 Vol. 1 of Silverado Signature Se- TTA Chris Stapleton and playing Bonnaroo, with "Love Can Go To Hell" from Big ries featuring Minnesota native Zack Dyer Founder/CEO John Ettinger says the Stagecoach, ACL Festival and Watershed." Day In A Small Town, while Hunter looks to a November release. "His smooth TTA team has added team member Pettit adds Ryan Kinder has been hard Hayes has been busy touring, writing vocals and authentic words will make this EJ Bernas around the formation of at work in the studio and to expect new and recording. Look for new music cool mini-EP a solid, well-thought-out lis- promotion wing Up Promotions. Ad- music from him by year's end. from him soon. CAC ten," says CEO Scott Thomas. Also in No- ditionally, look for Hudson vember, look for A Silverado Family Christ- Moore's new single in Q4 as he mas featuring Dyer, Tony Winkler and tours with Martina McBride on more. "As we've worked hard this year to fall dates. "Moore is everyone's build our new label, we've made lots of 'next big thing,'" says Radio VP great connections and relationships," says Ryan Barnstead. "Everywhere Thomas. "This holiday record features we go with him, his connection some of the people we've bumped into with radio and fans is obvious." Congratulations along the way and will feature the original Matt Stillwell will release a new track 'Snow Day' co-written by Dyer and single in October and announce Lisa Whitters." radio promotions for his "Badges Lon and your entire staff on your For Baseball" charity. "There's a STAR FARM bunch more in the pipeline," says 10th Anniversary Basis Entertainment's David Ray Ettinger. "We have this unreal toured all summer with debut single viral tune called 'Holladay Inn' "Light It up" and follows it up with with Tebey, Arabella Jones and "EarthQuake," the title track of his Emerson Drive – and get ready new album. "On the heels of the wildly for the launch of Alabama's Holli successful CMT show Still The King, we'll Mosley right around the holi- days." Mosley has been recording at Fame Studios in Muscle Shoals with producer Rodney Hall.

VALORY SVPP George Briner says Justin Moore's recently released, No. 1-debuting Kinda Don't Care has everyone talking at radio. After six Your friends at consecutive No.1s, Thomas Rhett is going into the studio to work on his third album, out next year. Reviver’s , who's wrapping Michael Tyler up his Take It Outside Tour, offers current single "The Weekend,"

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