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6 Must-Hear New Country Songs: Miranda Lambert, Chris Stapleton, Greylan James, Marcus King Band & More
This week’s selection of new country music is nothing short of exceptional. Featuring the likes of Miranda Lambert and Chris Stapleton in their first-ever duet, alongside tracks from the likes of Greylan James, Sunny Sweeney, Ashby Frank and 2 Lane Summer, we’ve curated a list of must-hear tunes that will transport you to a world where heartache and love reign supreme.
First up, it’s none other than the Queen of Country herself, Miranda Lambert, in her collaborative effort with Chris Stapleton. The pair have never sounded more in sync as they trade verses on “A Song to Sing”, a song that captures the essence of lasting love through life’s trials and tribulations. With Wurlitzer strings and laid-back percussion backing their emotive harmonies, the duet promises an unforgettable listening experience.
Next up is Greylan James with his latest single, “Water at a Wedding”. This country ballad paints a bittersweet scene of watching an old flame marry someone else, but finding solace in recognizing that love still lingers. In a song that masterfully weaves together polished pop melodies and tidy guitar work, the duo’s signature tightly woven harmonies elevate this track into something truly remarkable.
Sunny Sweeney returns with “Traveling On”, a song co-written with Brennen Leigh that captures the emotional struggle to break free from a toxic romance. With fiddle, pedal steel, and acoustic guitar swirling together around her twang-laced vocals, Sweeney’s song becomes an anthem of triumph over heartache.
We also see Marcus King Band join forces with Jamey Johnson and Kaitlin Butts for “Here Today”. This loose, road-worn Southern rock groove celebrates the artists’ collective experiences as musicians on the move. Each artist brings their unique sound to the verses before merging voices in a freewheeling jam, making it impossible not to sing along.
Ashby Frank’s latest single, “Everybody’s Got Their Nine Pound Hammer”, is an ode to finding solace and resilience during pain and struggle. With expertly woven instrumentation, Frank leads the charge on vocals and razor-sharp mandolin, joined by Tim Stafford and Kelsey Crews on harmonies, Seth Taylor on guitar, Travis Anderson on upright bass, Jim VanCleve on fiddle and Matt Menefee on banjo.
Last but not least, we have 2 Lane Summer’s “One More Minute”, a song that tells the story of longing for an ex-lover while wishing them happiness in their current relationship. With polished pop melodies and precise guitar work accompanying his signature harmonies with Joe Hanson and Chris Ray, the duo creates a breezy summer anthem.
In conclusion, this week’s new music releases have undoubtedly exceeded our expectations with its depth, diversity and sheer sonic excellence.
Source: www.billboard.com
