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Duncan Toombs has gone from one of Australia’s most in-demand country guitarists to a 13 Golden Guitar-winning, ARIA #1 artist with a growing global fanbase following his viral performance on The Voice Australia.Fresh off a four-month Canadian tour with Gord Bamford, Duncan is now rolling out music from his forthcoming second solo album, Roller Coaster. Following the release of lead single “I Go Home,” there’s a real sense of excitement and energy building among fans and fellow artists as Duncan continues his journey — not only in music, but in self-belief.

MOOD — “OUT OF HERE”
“Out of Here” kicks off with shades of Don Henley, driven by a classic cross-stick groove that immediately gives you those “The Boys of Summer” vibes.Right out of the gate, Duncan’s vocal plants the song firmly in the engine room of your heart, before exploding into a powerful chorus that hits like Mike Tyson — a wall of distorted guitars, driving drums and raw emotion.It’s the kind of song that leaves you positively charged. It keeps you believing, keeps you moving and makes you feel ready to take on whatever is in front of you.

ARTIST BIOGRAPHY
Duncan Toombs has rapidly emerged as one of Australia’s most powerful and emotive voices in country music. With a rich, soul-stirring tone and heartfelt delivery, he creates an immediate and unforgettable connection with his audience.Originally rising to prominence in his twenties as one of Australia’s most in-demand country guitarists, Duncan has now stepped confidently from the back of the stage into the spotlight as a powerhouse vocalist and award-winning singer-songwriter.His debut solo album, Steel on Steel, released in January 2023, debuted at #1 on the ARIA Australian Country Albums Chart and became the second-highest-selling country album globally. In 2024, the album earned Duncan two Golden Guitar Awards — Heritage Song of the Year for “1861” and Music Video of the Year for “Steel on Steel” — along with the People’s Choice Album of the Year.Later that year, Duncan captured the hearts of millions as a standout artist on Channel 7’s The Voice Australia. His performance of his original song “Steel on Steel” reached nearly three million viewers and went viral across TikTok and Instagram, introducing his music to a passionate new global audience.Duncan has recently returned from an exciting four months touring Canada with award-winning Canadian country artist Gord Bamford, winning over new audiences along the way.Now, with “I Go Home” leading the rollout of his forthcoming second solo album, Roller Coaster, Duncan is entering an exciting new chapter. There’s a growing sense of momentum among fans and fellow artists as he continues a journey built around music, authenticity and self-belief.

This new journey — from the back of the stage as a guitarist to standing out front as an independent country artist — is as much about self-belief as it is about music.
Without belief in ourselves, this world can fill our minds with negativity and make even the smallest of dreams feel impossible.
This song is me shouting at myself — reminding me that no matter what life throws at me, no matter how many demons bear down on me, and no matter how alone or lost I feel, if I believe in myself and keep focused on the light on the horizon, I’ll find a way to move forward.”
— Duncan Toombs

Three-time Golden Guitar winner Andrew Swift continues his bluegrass journey with ‘Lonely Dust’ (out today) – a fast-paced yet deeply poignant new single that finds the acclaimed singer-songwriter exploring the lingering weight of loss. 
 
Driven by rolling banjo, soaring fiddle and rich vocal harmonies, the track pairs the infectious energy of traditional bluegrass with some of Swift’s most vulnerable storytelling to date. Written alongside Jason McCoy and Clayton Bellamy of Canadian country outfit The Road Hammers, ‘Lonely Dust’ paints a vivid picture of a life interrupted.
 
“Writing this one with Jason and Clayton from The Road Hammers was an absolute treat. Even though it’s a song about loss, it was such a fun song to write together. Loss is something we’ve all experienced at some point, and we deliberately wanted to write it in a way that leaves it open to interpretation as to what actually happened.”
 
Produced by Damian Cafarella at Melbourne’s ZiggyTone Recording Studio, ‘Lonely Dust’ brings together an exceptional cast of musicians, including fiddle player Tammy Rogers, bassist Mark Fain, banjo player Rod McCormack and mandolinist Justin Vilchez of the High Street Drifters. Cafarella also contributes guitar and vocals, while Swift’s longtime bandmate Ben Rechter adds backing harmonies.
 
Rather than recording together in the studio, the musicians contributed their parts remotely, allowing the arrangement to take shape one instrument at a time.
 
“It’s a very different experience hearing the song come together one instrument at a time, but also pretty exciting every time a part comes back for us to add into the mix. The players we’ve enlisted for Lonely Dust are amazing at what they do, and I couldn’t be happier with what they’ve brought to the song.”
 
The new release follows Swift’s debut bluegrass single ‘Brick by Brick’, which made an impressive impact on Australian country radio, reaching #1 on the Country Songs Top 40 Australia Airplay Chart, Australian Country Radio Chart and TMFM Tamworth’s Australian Country Music Top 20 Chart. The track also topped 3 x AMRAP Community Radio Charts, including the National, Metro and Country/Blues/Roots Charts, while reaching #37 on the CountryTown Hot50 National Airplay Chart, becoming the first bluegrass song to chart in the Top 50 in four years.
 
The success marks another milestone in a career that has seen Swift collect 3 x Golden Guitar Awards, 12 Golden Guitar nominations and 4 x #1 ARIA Australian Country Albums, alongside more than 9 million global artist streams.
 
His most recent album, Lucky Stars, debuted at #1 on the ARIA Australian Country Albums Chart and #2 on the ARIA Country Albums Chart in October 2025, further cementing his reputation as one of Australia’s most respected and consistently evolving country artists.
 
After spending much of 2026 embracing family life and his role as a stay-at-home dad, Swift has also been enjoying a welcome return to the stage, with a handful of performances remaining before a busy start to 2027.
 
“It’s been great to be back out on the road a bit since Brick by Brick came out at the end of July. I knew I missed touring, I just didn’t realise how much! There’s only a few shows left to round out the year but I’m looking forward to being a part some great shows and events in 2027”
 
Swift will perform at Ruby Hall in Victoria on November 20 and Bundjil Studio in Healesville on November 21, before heading to the Tamworth Country Music Festival in January for appearances at the Bluegrass Hoedown and The Longyard Hotel. He will also join the Singapore to Sydney Country Music Cruise in March and April.
 
With ‘Lonely Dust’, Swift continues to prove that his move into bluegrass is far more than a passing experiment. Combining accomplished musicianship, heartfelt storytelling and an unmistakable voice, the new single offers another compelling glimpse into an exciting new chapter for one of Australian country music’s most enduring talents.

TWO CONSECUTIVE WEEKS AT #1 ON THE AMERICAN COUNTRY MUSIC CHART! 

Texas Country hitmaker Tristan Roberson continues his incredible momentum with “Down For The Ride,” the title track and focus single from his sophomore album. After holding the #1 position on the American Country Music Chart (ACMC) for two consecutive weeks, we’re making one final push to take this single to #1 on the Texas Regional Radio Report (T3R) this week!RADIO PROGRAMMERS & DJs: MAXIMUM SPINS REQUESTED THIS WEEK! Your support could help deliver Tristan’s fifth #1 single on T3R! Every spin counts, and we sincerely appreciate the stations and programmers who continue supporting his music.At just 19 years old, Roberson has established himself as one of country music’s fastest-rising independent artists, earning four consecutive #1 singles on the Texas Regional Radio Report, charting on the Mediabase Country Indie Chart and Music Row Chart, and surpassing 23 million streams across more than 182 countries.His growing list of accolades includes induction into the Texas State Songwriters Association Hall of Fame, Emerging Artist of the Year at the Texas Country Music Awards, and New Male Vocalist of the Year at the 2026 Texas Regional Radio Music Awards. Roberson continues touring throughout Texas and beyond with strong radio support.For fans of: Parker McCollum • Cody Johnson • Zach Top

Lucie Tiger brings the feel good vibes with Everybody’s Family At Christmas, her Holiday  single. It’s a lively, warm-hearted song about people who gather together when their own  families are far away.Everybody’s Family at Christmas was co-written with Mark Narmore (“That’s What I Love About Sunday”). The song celebrates an inclusive, feel-good approach to the holidays, where friends gather around the table, friends and neighbors drop in, and the spirit of togetherness makes everyone feel welcome.It leans into the upbeat, conversational side of country, with a hook-driven chorus that feels at  home among the holiday classics while giving the genre a fresh, contemporary voice. The  emotional heart of the song prompts listeners to sing along and join in the good vibes. The premise is simple: your family may be far away, but that doesn’t mean you have to shut  down the good vibes. Invite your neighbour in. Ask your best friend. Invite the bartender from  your local bar. Open the door to old friends and newcomers. For a city girl from Sydney who  spends holidays far from home, this has been her experience for the last few years. Tiger’s holiday song reflects the communal spirit at the heart of Nashville’s songwriting culture.  Music City has been shaped by people arriving from somewhere else, finding their tribe, and  building new connections from the ground up. Tiger’s heartfelt song taps directly into that. Written by Lucie Tiger and Mark Narmore, Everybody’s Family At Christmas was recorded  in Muscle Shoals with Lucie Tiger (acoustic guitar and vocals), Mark Narmore (keys), Bob Wray  (bass guitar), plus Tommy Harden on drums, with Tiger and Charles Holloman sharing  production duties.

Secrets and regrets, we all have them, things we would do differently if given the chance.  
In his deeply vulnerable new offering, Darren confronts life’s inner hurdles that come to haunt us and balances the profound sorrow of goodbye with a beautiful, ultimate message of hope and healing. The raw honesty of the songs’ lyric explores the ache of wanting to rewrite history while grappling with the scars and the heavy burden when things are left unsaid. It honours the beautiful highs of an intense love and allows the listener to reflect upon the notion that life can be complicated. “This song is a little more vulnerable than I’ve been willing to be before and I guess writing it was somewhat of a therapy session for me.” Darren shares. “We all make mistakes and we all have days that we wish we could start over again. Tell the ones you hold close, that you love them, every day, life is short.” 

With a swag of Golden Guitars, Independent Country Music Awards and the coveted Toyota Star Maker under his belt, Darren has carved an impressive career in the Australian country music industry, defined by authenticity and connection. Darren’s last two single releases, ‘Always Believe In Love’ and ‘First Light’, were both warmly embraced by radio, hitting the number one position on the AMPRAP Country/Blues & Roots charts and Australian Country Radio charts respectively. In the wake of that success, Darren continues to do what he’s always done best; connect, and his new offering, ‘Secrets And Regrets’, will no doubt shine its own light into the hearts of music fans alike.  

Americana artist Dee White brings classic country storytelling combined with the true sound of the Grand Ole Opry, country-soul swagger and Southern charm to Australian audiences with the release of his new single “Sugar” and the announcement of his January 2027 Australian tour.  A sunlit country-soul plea wrapped in a classic country love story, “Sugar” follows a lovesick man waiting at a Tennessee train station for the woman who left him behind to chase the bright lights of Broadway. Written by Buzz Cason and Anthony Crawford, the track has long been a live favourite for White, who has finally committed the song to record with producer Sergio Sanchez and a standout guitar contribution from Daniel Donato.Blending heartfelt storytelling, a touch of swing and a healthy dose of Southern charm, “Sugar” captures the stubborn hope of a man who still believes his love might come home. White delivers the song with warmth and conviction, turning heartbreak into something listeners can dance to, while the train-bound narrative gives the track a timeless country feel perfectly suited to Australian country radio.Hailing from the tiny community of Slapout, Alabama,  Dee White is an artist who proudly embraces his “old soul” identity. Deeply influenced by the music of Hank Williams, Gene Watson, John Anderson, Vern Gosdin and Charlie Rich, White draws inspiration from the people, places and sounds of a bygone era.His passion for preserving the past extends beyond music. An avid antique hunter with a particular love for vintage guitars, White counts an octogenarian songwriter among his closest friends, finding inspiration in the stories and wisdom of generations before him.“I learn more from old stuff. I try to hang on to bits of it, because it’s going to be gone, as we all will be. The hope is that maybe some other young person will come along and learn something from me that I learned from an 80-year-old object or person.”That commitment to authenticity has shaped a career built on substance, musicianship and timeless songwriting. Encouraged early in his career by legendary record executive Harold Shedd, White moved to Nashville as a teenager, where he recorded his 2019 debut album,  Southern Gentleman, with acclaimed producers Dan Auerbach and David Ferguson.The album introduced audiences to a young artist with a remarkable understanding of classic country and Americana, featuring contributions from Alison Krauss and Ashley McBryde. White subsequently took his music to the road, opening for major artists including Alan Jackson, Alison Krauss and Ashley McBryde, gaining valuable experience and further developing his stagecraft.In 2025, White released his sophomore album,  Heart Talkin’, produced by Grammy-winning producer Tony Brown. Recorded live on the floor at Sound Emporium and The Castle with an elite group of Nashville musicians, the album reinforced White’s dedication to detailed songwriting, controlled vocals and authentic Southern storytelling.

From energetic chicken-picking numbers to intimate ballads,  Heart Talkin’ showcased an artist who remains firmly grounded in the traditions of country music while continuing to develop his own distinctive sound.Since the release of  Heart Talkin’, White has continued to expand his profile as a live performer and independent artist. He has returned to the  Grand Ole Opry stage, performed at renowned venues and events including  AmericanaFest and the Bluebird Café, and built a dedicated following through his ongoing residency series at  Dee’s Country Cocktail Lounge in Madison, Tennessee.Now, White is set to make his highly anticipated return to Australia in  January 2027, building on his first Australian visit in October 2019, which saw him perform shows along the eastern seaboard.As part of his Australian return, White will perform at the  Tamworth Country Music Festival on Monday 18 January, appearing on the  Toyota Park main stage for Americana in the Park, in front of an estimated audience of up to 5,000.“I wish I could adequately express how excited I am to be returning to Australia. Ever since touring down there in 2019 I knew I had a special connection with the Aussie people. They truly understand and appreciate my art in a capacity that fulfils me in the most thorough way. I love that country and its folks, and we are going to have an absolute blast. I can’t wait to get down under.”   Dee WhiteWith the release of “Sugar” and his upcoming Australian performances, Dee White continues to demonstrate the enduring appeal of classic country storytelling, soulful vocals and genuine musicianship. From Nashville’s most celebrated stages to audiences across the globe, White carries forward the sounds and traditions that shaped him, delivering music that invites listeners to lean in, feel the story and keep the spirit of country music alive.

Jukebox Man is the debut single from Twang, an upbeat honky tonk country song about life as a working musician, playing the bars and living the late nights that come with it. With a traditional country sound, plenty of Telecaster and 90s inspired sound, it’s a fun, feel good track with a classic country edge.Twang is made up of Rusty Crook and Kyle Cartner, formed from a shared love for traditional country music and the honky tonk sound.Rusty has been part of the Australian country music industry for over 20 years, playing with many of the country’s leading artists, appearing on numerous recordings and working as a producer.Twang brings that love of traditional country to the stage, with a sound built around classic country guitars, tight playing and the honky tonk 90’s style that inspired them.

“Few artists are arguably as important to Nashville’s evolution as Brothers Osborne.” – Rolling Stone
 
“a cohesive portrait of the human experience: heartbreak, enduring love, addiction, empathy and guitars loud enough to shake the boundary lines of Deale.” – The Tennessean
 
“confidence is reflected in Watertown, an album that leans into the brothers’ history” – Men’s Journal
 
 
GRAMMY, ACM, and CMA award-winning country duo Brothers Osborne release their fifth studio album, Watertown, via MCA.
 
Across its 11 tracks, Watertown anchors itself in the sound and spirit of Brothers Osborne’s beginnings – honest, rough-edged, and rural, and built with a blue collar work ethic. “We’re not just getting back to where we were born and raised, but to the roots of where we started musically,” TJ Osborne shares. “A time when music wasn’t dictated by anything other than what our hearts and souls wanted to say.”
 
Reuniting with longtime collaborator and producer Jay Joyce, Watertown brings a bevy of firsts to Brothers’ catalog, including their first-ever collaborations on a full-length project – album opener “Born and Raised Hell” featuring reigning ACM Entertainer of the Year Cody Johnson, and “Tough Kid” featuring mold-breaking singer-songwriter Stephen Wilson Jr.
 
“Born and Raised Hell” feat. Cody Johnson impacts country radio November 2, with an exclusive iHeartRadio world premiere happening this Monday, October 26. Out today, the track’s official music video, directed by Nick Swift and shot in Nashville, features both acts. A vintage, throwback clip cutting between a garage performance from the trio of collaborators and flashbacks to youthful hell raising, watch “Born and Raised Hell” HERE.:  
“Grateful to have our brother Cody Johnson join us on the tune that kicks off Watertown, ‘Born and Raised Hell,’ John Osborne says. “Whether it’s the Chesapeake Bay or the Trinity River, we sure gave our water towns hell. You’re salt of the earth, COJO.”
 
Next week, they’ll continue the Watertown festivities with a surprise appearance on Monday night (10/26), an in-store performance and signing at East Nashville record mecca Grimey’s (10/27), and a performance and post-show Q&A at the Grand Ole Opry (10/28).
 
On the road, Brothers are wrapping up their touring year, finishing out their last two weekends of dates supporting Zac Brown Band’s Love & Fear Tour, before a year-ending headline closer in Boston (11/14).  

 
 
 
ABOUT BROTHERS OSBORNE
One of music’s most consistently adventurous duos, Brothers Osborne are connected not just by blood, but by a lifetime of making music together. Cultivating a sound that’s a “sweltering blend of Allman Brothers band rock and Merle Haggard-esque country” ( Esquire), John and TJ Osborne are sons of the blue-collar coastal town of Deale, Maryland, with a catalog marked by “unabashedly catchy choruses and soulful, washboard grooves built on Bruce, Bob Seger and Buck Owens” ( Rolling Stone).
 
Over the past decade, the RIAA Platinum-certified entertainers have earned a GRAMMY award, 13 GRAMMY nominations, seven CMA Awards, seven ACM Awards, and an ASCAP Vanguard Award, amassing more than 3.4 billion global streams. On tour, Brothers have shared the stage with artists like Chris Stapleton, Eric Church, Little Big Town, Miranda Lambert, and many more, while headlining their own 50+ stop tours nationwide.
 
Earlier this year, Brothers Osborne celebrated the 10-year anniversary of their debut album, Pawn Shop, and John Osborne released his own signature Fender Telecaster. The duo’s fifth studio album, Watertown is out now.

Fifteen years after arriving in Nashville with a dream and a determination that refused to quit, country star Drew Baldridge tells his story like never before on his first major-label album, FARM FAITH FAMILY, out now via BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville. The 16-track collection is his most personal project to date, rooted in the values and experiences that have shaped both his life and career.Baldridge’s story is rooted in the three pillars of FARM FAITH FAMILY. Raised on a farm in Southern Illinois, he learned hard work, grit, and perseverance – values that continue to shape both his life and music today. His faith keeps him grounded through every season, while his wife and boys remain the heart behind everything he does. At its core, Baldridge’s journey is about staying true to yourself, working hard, and proving the good guys can finish first.“ FARM FAITH FAMILY isn’t just an album title – it’s who I am,” says Baldridge. “Everything I have and everything I believe in comes back to those three things. These songs tell my story, the lessons I’ve learned, and the people who have shaped me along the way.”Baldridge co-wrote 14 of the 16 tracks on the album, which features duets with two of country music’s acclaimed rising artists, Anne Wilson and Emily Ann Roberts. The project also includes contributions from GRAMMY-nominated songwriters Luke Combs, Laura Veltz, Tyler Hubbard, Seth Mosley, Rhett Akins, and Tim Nichols.The album is structured in three chapters – FARM FAITH FAMILY – reflecting the pillars that define Baldridge’s life and music. Songs 1–4 comprise FARM, tracks 5–11 make up FAITH, and tracks 12–16 complete the project with FAMILY.
 
Produced by:

• Nick Schwarz^ Zach Abend# Zach Crowell and Nick Schwarz“ Diesel & Dirt ,” taken from FARM FAITH FAMILY, goes to radio on Friday, 23 October. Written by Baldridge alongside Jordan Walker and Adam Sanders, the hope-and-horsepower anthem serves as a fitting introduction to the album, celebrating the blue-collar work ethic and rural roots that have defined both his life and career. Driven by distorted guitars and heavy-duty drums, the track spotlights the simple ingredients that keep each generation working the land while delivering a message of grit, resilience, and determination. Listen  HERE: For Baldridge, FARM FAITH FAMILY arrives at a milestone moment. After feeling defeated when he lost his record deal in 2020, the Southern Illinois native bet on himself, independently releasing music and performing hundreds of private backyard concerts during the pandemic. His persistence paid off when “She’s Somebody’s Daughter (Reimagined)” became a Platinum-certified No. 1 hit, making Baldridge the first self-funded artist ever to top the Country Aircheck/Mediabase chart and the highest-charting independent artist in Billboard Country Airplay history. Today, his catalog has amassed more than 2 billion career streams/views.Known for his authenticity and unwavering connection with fans, Baldridge has built a career by staying true to himself. FARM FAITH FAMILY stands as both a celebration of that journey and a testament to the belief that hard work, integrity, and perseverance still matter.He will bring his FARM FAITH FAMILY Tour and additional support dates with Cody Johnson and Luke Bryan across the country through the end of the year, where fans can catch him performing songs from the new album. For tour dates and more information, visit  DrewBaldridgeMusic.com:

About Drew Baldridge: Baldridge continues to deliver exactly what fans have been asking for: a steady stream of new music rooted in his signature themes of farm, faith, and family. His latest release, “Diesel & Dirt,” arrives as a hope-and-horsepower anthem and serves as a fitting introduction to his third album, FARM FAITH FAMILY, arriving September 18 via Lyric Ridge Records/BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville. The 16-track album will also include “Tough People,” which became his second consecutive Top 10 hit at country radio.This new chapter builds on the massive success of Baldridge’s RIAA Platinum-certified breakout “She’s Somebody’s Daughter,” which reached No. 1 on Country Aircheck/Mediabase and No. 3 on Billboard Country Airplay, making him the only self-funded artist to score a No. 1 debut on Mediabase and the highest-charting independent artist in Billboard Country Airplay history. The song has surpassed 2 billion streams and impressions and earned a spot on NSAI’s “10 Songs I Wish I Would Have Written.”This year, Baldridge will headline his FARM FAITH FAMILY Tour, bringing his music directly to fans across the country, while also joining major tours with Cody Johnson and Luke Bryan and continuing to perform internationally following recent runs across Australia, the UK, and Europe. He has earned multiple accolades including CRS New Faces of 2025 and MusicRow’s 2025 Independent Artist of the Year.

After a year spent chasing her country music dream on the other side of the world, Melanie Dyer returns home with her most personal statement yet. Out today via ABC Music her third studio album Daisies From Dirt arrives alongside the bouncy new single, ‘Country Enough’. 
 
Written as an autobiographical soundtrack to the country roots that have followed Melanie from a farm in regional NSW all the way to Nashville, ‘Country Enough’ is a playful reminder that country isn’t something you prove with a pair of Wranglers and a cowboy hat.
 
“Country Enough feels like the perfect introduction to the album,” shares the singer-songwriter. Lyrically, it’s an autobiographical soundtrack to who I am and what country is to me, so naturally I wrote this one on my own. Growing up on a farm, learning to drive in a paddock basher at age 10, and wearing homemade clothes, country has always run deep in my roots.”
 
A powerhouse slice of polished pop-country, the track trades straight-up honky-tonk for a Sheryl Crow-meets- The Chicks energy, layering driving guitars over an edgy groove and a punchy hook-filled chorus.
 
“The band had so much fun recording ‘Country Enough.’ It feels fitting that the music itself reflects the heart of the track – that country is whatever you make it.”
 
It’s the perfect opening chapter for Daisies From Dirt, an album shaped during one of the biggest periods of change in Melanie’s life. As she packed her bags and moved halfway around the world to Nashville, her family back home was simultaneously closing a lifelong chapter of their own, selling the farm that raised her.
 
Across ten tracks, the record finds beauty in that uncomfortable space between heartache and relief, homesickness and freedom – tracing the journey from the country kid who started writing songs at twelve to an artist building a life and career thousands of kilometres from home.
 
“Daisies From Dirt, the title track, serves as the through-line for the entire album,” explains Melanie. These songs take you on a journey – from celebrating my country roots and the people and place that raised me, to honouring a dream and navigating the raw detours of chasing it on the other side of the world.”
 
Recorded at Saxman Studios just outside Nashville with producer Grady Saxman, Daisies From Dirt also marks the first time Melanie has tracked an album live in the studio. With the same core band playing together across the record, its ten songs move naturally between intimate acoustic moments, moody baritone guitars and pedal steel to driving drums and full-throttle country-pop anthems.
 
The result ties together a string of singles that have steadily revealed different sides of the album: the family love story of ‘Golden Girl’, deeply personal tribute ‘Mama Knows Best’, reflective ‘If She Only Knew’, and uplifting title track ‘Daisies From Dirt’. ‘Country Enough’ now brings the story back to where it began – Melanie, her upbringing and her definition of home.
 
Beyond the singles, Daisies From Dirt touches on some darker and more personal territory. The playful ‘Whiplash’ turns a missed chance with an ex into a banjo-driven kiss-off, while dark horse ‘Twinkle’ heads somewhere moodier, pairing a cautionary tale of a silver-tongued charmer with gritty guitars and an eerie, atmospheric edge. At the other end of the spectrum, ‘Three Daughters’ is perhaps Melanie at her most vulnerable, unpacking the sale of her family farm and her place as the youngest of three daughters. Together, they give the record some welcome grit and shadow, stretching Daisies From Dirt well beyond the polished country-pop of its singles.
 
The album arrives during a landmark year for the singer-songwriter. Since relocating to Nashville, Melanie has performed at CMA Fest and SXSW, sold out The Listening Room Cafe, performed at the Australian Embassy in Washington D.C. and delivered the Australian national anthem at Nationals Park. She returns home a 3 x Golden Guitar nominee, 3 x APRA Most Performed Country Work nominee and APRA Professional Development Award winner, with more than 14 million career streams behind her.
 
Following on from her recent appearance at Groundwater Country Music Festival, Melanie kicks off a run of intimate East Coast dates. Starting with a hometown performance at Sapphire City Festival in Inverell, the run continues through Port Macquarie, Camden and finally a headline show at Tamworth Country Music Festival in January 2027.
 
“I am so excited to bring this album back to home soil in October. I haven’t toured since my ‘Had To Be There Tour’ a couple of years ago! I’ll be playing a handful of intimate shows across the East Coast, including my hometown, sharing the stories behind the songs and selling my first ever record on vinyl which I’m so proud of.”
 
For Melanie, Daisies From Dirt isn’t simply a record about leaving home. It’s about discovering how much of it you carry with you.
 
“If a stranger wanted to know who I am, this is the album I’d put in their hands. It’s grit-laced, heartfelt, and unapologetically ‘country enough’ to me.”