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The Gardener & The Flower is the third single from Beccy Cole’s much anticipated ninth solo studio album ‘Through the Haze’ due for release in early 2026. It follows from the high performing second single ‘More Cows Than Cowgirls’ and the ANZAC Day release of Poster Girl 20th Anniversary Version.The Gardener & The Flower likens a partnership in life and love to tending a garden and highlights the benefits of a couple taking it in turns being the gardener or the flower.Beccy was inspired by a podcast conversation between Rosie O’Donnell and Kate Langbroek on the cusp of Rosie’s Australian Tour. “Rosie spoke beautifully about realising that for a romantic relationship to work, one person needs to be the nurturer, the other needs to allow themselves to be helped. The trick is to swap roles and to know when it’s time to do so. She likened the process to a gardener and a flower, and I picked up the guitar with the chorus fully formed in my head,” says Beccy.Beccy’s storytelling is powerful, evocative and draws on her memories of her grandparents, both avid gardeners and together, shared a life of more than 60 years. “We had Grandma right up until just before her 104th birthday in 2023, she remains my biggest inspiration in life, she’s with me always,” Beccy says of her late grandmother, Gloria.The Gardener & The Flower highlights the beautiful guitarwork of Julz Parker who also plays harmonica and sings harmony alongside Leesa Gentz. Parker, Gentz and drummer, Ali Foster all feature on Beccy’s recordings and can be experienced as part of Beccy’s touring band, Sisters of Twang. 
“Through the Haze” was recorded over two sessions at The Rabbit Hole recording studios with Dingo  music productions along with Beccy’s band, Sisters of Twang, Jet McCormack and Ricky Albeck. It was mixed by award winning producer and engineer, Matt Fell. “There’s no single producer on this record”, Beccy says “I surrounded myself with my favourite people and we all had exactly the same input. I can’t wait to share the collection.”While Beccy claims to have “gone easy” so far, she admits there are a few ‘bangers’ to come that hit home hard about her divorce, many with her trademark sense of humour. Fans won’t have to wait much longer for the new album to drop.The Gardener & The Flower is released Friday 16 January 2026

Country-rock outfit Copperline come bursting into 2026 with their new single ‘Method To My Madness’ – a freewheeling, guitar-snarling snapshot of a Friday night that starts with good intentions and ends somewhere far messier.
 
Built on quirky melodies, big, ragged riffs and Brad Christmas’ unmistakably husky vocal, ‘Method To My Madness’ captures that restless, reckless moment when heartbreak pushes you back into the world before you’re quite ready for it. The result is a song that sways between beer-soaked bravado and the quiet ache underneath.
 
“This is a song about a big night out on the town that goes a little sideways. It’s all about throwing yourself back out in the world after a heartbreak, when you’re perhaps not quite ready for it emotionally.”
 
That emotional tug-of-war is written all over the lyrics – from the opening lines “I was feeling way too sober for a Friday afternoon / Humming to the melody of some sad, sorry tune”, to the defiant mantra of the chorus: “Tonight I got nothing left to lose.” It’s Copperline doing what they do best – telling small, human stories that feel uncomfortably real, even when they’re wrapped in big, sing-along hooks.
 
The single was produced by multi award winning Shane Nicholson at Monkey Jump Studios, continuing one of Australian country-rock’s most trusted creative partnerships. Shane once again pushed the band deeper into the details, shaping a track that feels both loose and meticulously crafted.
 
“We’ve been working with Shane for a long time, and I can’t remember a song he’s spent more time working on. There was so much attention to detail with this song. So much time spent getting the vocal sound just right. We even recorded the left and right hand of the piano part to get the grove just right.”
 
‘Method To My Madness’ follows Copperline’s previous single ‘Sleepwalking’ and continues the momentum of a band sitting on a stack of new material – deep into sessions for their next album and clearly hitting a creative stride. With over 200k Spotify streams to date, and their breakout ballad ‘Lucinda’ passing 183k streams, Copperline are quietly building a catalogue that keeps finding new ears.
 
Their last record produced two AMRAP Top 10 singles – ‘Lucinda’ and ‘Walls’ – while ‘Lucinda’ also earned Ballad of the Year at the 2023 Australian Songwriters Association Awards as part of a run of five ASA nominations and three TSA Songwriting Award nominations. 
 
On stage, the band have become fixtures of the Australian live circuit, appearing at the Tamworth Country Music Festival for six consecutive years – including three straight appearances on the massive Toyota Park stage – building a reputation as a raw, uncompromising live act with serious musical firepower. Following this year’s festival they’ll appear at Mixtape in Marrickville on Thursday 26th February, armed with a slew of new material.
 
With ‘Method To My Madness’, Copperline throw the doors open on their next chapter – louder, sharper, and emotionally fearless. It’s the sound of a band who know exactly who they are, even when the song insists there’s no method to any of it.

LARRY FLEET ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM ANOTHER YEAR OLDER FIRST SINGLE “AMERICAN MADE”
Larry Fleet has announced his new album Another Year Older, available for pre-save now and out February 13 via Stellar Way Records / EMPIRE. Alongside the announcement, Fleet has released the album’s first single, “ American Made ,” a proud, soul-driven anthem rooted in the lessons, values, and work ethic passed down through generations. The single arrives as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, a symbolic moment that reflects the enduring spirit of American life – resilience, humility, and pride in honest work – themes that have long defined Fleet’s music and country music at large.“American Made” sets the tone for Another Year Older, an album that finds Fleet reflecting on growth, gratitude, and staying grounded as life moves forward. This marks Fleet’s debut release under his new partnership with global independent record label EMPIRE. The partnership signals a new chapter for Fleet as he continues to expand his reach while maintaining creative authenticity. EMPIRE’s recent success with genre-defying artists like Shaboozey underscores its ability to amplify culturally resonant music while honoring the artist’s voice.On the single, Fleet says: “It feels fitting to release American Made on the 250th anniversary of America, but this song is so much more than that to me. It’s about the morals, values and lessons passed down from one generation to the next… guiding them to live a life worth livin’ and I hope people across the world connect with the song in that way.” Fleet has also announced the Another Year Older Tour which starts on February 12 in Boston, Massachusetts. He will bring the new music on the road through Atlanta, Tampa, Raleigh, Grand Rapids, and more cities before concluding in Van Wert, Ohio on April 25. He will then embark on the overseas leg through Europe and the UK.

DRAKE MILLIGAN RETURNS TO AUSTRALIA WITH THE TUMBLEWEED WORLD TOUR – DEBUT HEADLINE SHOWS – JULY 2026NEW SINGLE “HOW MUCH BEER” AT RADIO NOW
US country star Drake Milligan returns to Australia this July, bringing his Tumbleweed World Tour to Melbourne and Sydney for his highly anticipated debut headline shows.Also performing as the headliner at Lasso Country Music Festival in Eagleby, QLD on Saturday 11 July, Milligan will first take the stage at Melbourne’s Corner Hotel on Wednesday 8 July, followed by Liberty Hall, Sydney on Thursday 9 July.With “How Much Beer,” Milligan taps fellow Texan Randall King for an ode to the working man’s watering hole. Written by Milligan alongside Luke Laird and Brice Long, the track is a twangy salute to blue-collar beer champions, barstools, and neon lights.A student of classic Country music with the swagger of early Rock ‘n’ Roll, Drake Milligan is an electrifying entertainer who cites George Strait and Elvis Presley as his musical heroes. His unique twist on traditional Country has been embraced by fans, peers, and major media including Billboard, PEOPLE, American Songwriter, USA Today, Access Hollywood, and more.

“With a voice seasoned way beyond his 25 years, Drake Milligan is easily one of country music’s best modern traditionalists.” – Country Swag 
Last in Australia for CMC Rocks QLD in 2024, where he impressed crowds with his smooth baritone vocals and a sound that bridges modern and traditional country, Milligan returns in 2026 with his brand-new album Tumbleweed. The follow-up to his 2022 debut Dallas/Fort Worth – which reached No. 5 on Billboard’s Emerging Artists Chart – Tumbleweed marks a confident sophomore release that has already won over fans and critics alike.Milligan first burst onto the national music stage with Dallas/Fort Worth, topping both the iTunes Country and All-Genre charts and earning a spot on Billboard’s Best Country Albums of 2022 list. The lead track, “I Got A Problem,” also reached #1 on Australian Country Radio.The Texas native has since appeared on The Kelly Clarkson Show, performed at the Grand Ole Opry, Stagecoach, and CMA Music Festival, and made history as the first artist to perform on an F1 racetrack during the inaugural F1 Grid Gigs in Austin, TX.Following his breakout debut, Milligan scored a No. 1 Canadian Country Radio hit with “Honky Tonkin’ About” alongside The Reklaws and carried that momentum into 2024 with his critically acclaimed EP Jukebox Songs. He also returned to primetime television on America’s Got Talent: Fantasy League.Milligan has since joined Cody Johnson, Lainey Wilson, Luke Bryan, and Blake Shelton on tour.With more than 230 million streams worldwide, Milligan enters his next chapter with the release of Tumbleweed, with the album’s title track already climbing into the UK Country Radio Top 10. His global Tumbleweed World Tour kicks off across the US at the end of 2025, continues through Europe in early 2026, before making its way to Australia for his highly anticipated headline debut.Boasting an incredible stage presence and flawless vocals, don’t miss Drake Milligan as he returns to Australia for these unforgettable headline shows this July.

Australian guitarist, songwriter and producer  Lindsay Waddington is set to release  “Something of a Privilege,” a special new single written to celebrate  John Williamson’s 80th birthday.Performed by  Lindsay Waddington alongside  Brendan Radford, the song is a warm, nostalgic tribute to one of Australia’s most beloved cultural icons. From  “Rip Rip Woodchip” to  “True Blue,” Williamson’s songs have soundtracked school days, family milestones and the moments that shape who we are.  “Something of a Privilege” reflects on how Williamson has become  “another family member” to generations of Australians — the voice we turn to in both celebration and sorrow.With heartfelt lyrics that paint vivid pictures of classrooms, landscapes and shared memories, the track honours the man whose music has become woven into our national story. Warm, sincere and respectfully crafted,  “Something of a Privilege” stands as a fitting salute to an artist whose storytelling has helped define Australia.A reminder of the legacy John Williamson has given us; this release celebrates the privilege of having lived our lives with his songs alongside us.Lindsay Waddington is an internationally acclaimed country music artist whose career spans more than  35 years as a performer, songwriter, producer and studio owner. A master multi-instrumentalist, he has toured stages across the world, sharing Australian country music with global audiences while earning awards and recognition both at home and abroad.A  2025 Golden Guitar winner, Lindsay has also been recognised with  10 Queensland Country Musician of the Year titles and was inducted into the prestigious  Country Music Hands of Fame in 2019. Across  13 solo albums and numerous collaborations, Lindsay’s work blends technical brilliance with heartfelt storytelling, earning national chart success and the respect of peers worldwide. While his international career has brought acclaim across continents, he remains deeply committed to his roots — ensuring Australian country music continues to thrive on the global stage.Lindsay Waddington has also been shortlisted for four prestigious Golden Guitar Awards in January 2026, including Instrumental of the Year ( Rush Hour ), Bush Ballad of the Year, Traditional Country Album of the Year and the coveted Toyota Album of the Year.Lindsay Waddington embodies the spirit of the genre: a tireless artist, mentor and ambassador whose impact continues to resonate across Australia and beyond.Lindsay Waddington and Brendan Radford’s new single “Something Of A Privilege” is out on streaming services on Friday 2nd January and on radio on Monday 12th January.

ANDREW FARRISS RETURNS WITH NEW SINGLE “MENDING FENCES,”CO-WRITTEN WITH STEPHEN WILSON JR.

Andrew Farriss AM, one of Australia’s most respected songwriters and the co-founder of INXS, returns with his brand-new single “ Mending Fences” written with acclaimed Americana artist and songwriter Stephen Wilson Jr. (Gary, Father’s Son; Took A Walk with Shaboozey).  His creative life today is shaped by strong storytelling, lived experience, and the rhythm of his farm in New South Wales where he writes between tours and seasons.“ Mending Fences is a song I wrote with Stephen Wilson Jr. when I was spending time in Nashville. It touches on the hard life of farmers, their day-to-day routines, and some of the emotional issues they may face. It’s really a tribute to how much energy—physically and emotionally—the world’s farmers put into their craft in order to provide food and products for the entire world.”In 2024 Andrew made his Grand Ole Opry debut, with Keith Urban appearing as a special guest during his performance. The appearance marked a defining moment in his solo chapter.His debut solo album in 2021 delivered radio singles including Come Midnight and Good Momma Bad. You Are My Rock charted on the US Billboard Indicator chart, and With The Kelly Gang earned a Golden Guitar nomination for Heritage Song of the Year.Andrew will release his next album, The Prospector, in 2026, followed soon after by new music through the companion project Thunderbolt.Earlier in his career Andrew helped form INXS, a band that went on to sell more than 75 million records worldwide. INXS earned multiple ARIA Awards, Grammy nominations, a BRIT Award, MTV Music Awards, and induction into the ARIA Hall of Fame.


JAKE BANFIELD RELEASES NEW SUMMER ANTHEM “SUNBURN”
Oklahoma-born genre-bender Jake Banfield touches down in Australia for the very first time this week — and the timing couldn’t be more perfect.“ Sunburn: ,” the follow-up to his single “Lasso,” which hit #1 on Australian Country Radio in late 2025, showcases Jake’s signature sound: a genre-blending fusion of country roots, pop accessibility and alternative edge, all wrapped in honest, emotionally resonant storytelling.Raised on ’80s hair bands, ’90s hip-hop, old-school rap and country music from every era, Jake grew up with tastes that were never confined to one lane. Before stepping into the spotlight himself, Banfield carved out an impressive early career writing for major pop names including Madison Beer, Little Mix and Anne-Marie. After moving to Nashville and reconnecting with his roots, he rediscovered his own voice — and a renewed love for blending genres with emotion and swagger unlike anything else in country music right now.Following his 2025 record Open Bars — a heartfelt, hook-heavy release packed with big feelings and even bigger bangers, weaving elements of hip-hop, rap and pop into a country framework without ever losing its authenticity — Banfield is now set to hit Australia for The Lasso Australian Tour. Marking his official Australian debut, the tour brings his signature blend of heartfelt songwriting and modern country swagger to fans across five unmissable dates this January.

JASON ALDEAN ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM

SONGS ABOUT USMulti-Platinum Award Winning Artist Drops Three New Surprise Tracks Ahead Of Album Release April 2026 
Aldean’s 30 NUMBER ONE HITS Marks Top 5 Billboard Top Country Album DebutCurrent Single “How Far Does A Goodbye Go” Continues Top 20-And-Climbing Momentum Ahead Of 2026 Full Throttle World Tour 

Reigning country powerhouse Jason Aldean announced today his upcoming studio album, Songs About Us , alongside the release of three new surprise tracks: “Help You Remember,” “Hard to Love You” and “Lovin’ Me Too Long,” available now.Set for release April 24 — the same week Aldean is set to co-headline UGA’s Sanford Stadium with fellow Georgia native Luke Bryan — Songs About Us features his current single, “How Far Does a Goodbye Go,” written by longtime collaborators Kurt Allison, John Edwards, Tully Kennedy and John Morgan. The album is available for pre-order, ) that is “among an elite class of consistent hitmakers” ( Backstage Country ) known for “songs of small-town living, love and loss that have resonated with a loyal fanbase” ( Billboard), Aldean’s latest collection follows the historic milestone of achieving his 30th No. 1 hit on Country radio and the release of his 30 Number One Hits album. The project earned Aldean his 13th top 10 country album in 20 years with its #4 debut on the Billboard Top Country Album Chart (10/10) upon its digital release and is available now as a Walmart Exclusive Vinyl. Recently honored with a SoundExchange Hall Of Fame Award for being among the most streamed artists of all time, Aldean’s “Country superstar status” ( Variety ) has been solidified with “his own recipe…one that has vaulted him to the pinnacle of Country music success” ( Atlanta Journal Constitution) and has “allowed him to usher in a new career chapter” ( The Tennessean).“It means the world when one of my songs helps someone through a hard time—or celebrates their best moments,” says Aldean. “This album is about all of that—the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Every track started with a real story or feeling, and together we turned those experiences into music. In the end, I realized this album is about all of us. These are songs about us.”In addition to his Top 20 current single, “How Far Does A Goodbye Go,” new tracks “Help You Remember” joins “Hard To Love You” and “Lovin’ Me Too Long,” and sets the tone for Songs About Us— an album that captures life’s defining moments through authentic storytelling and Aldean’s unmistakable sound. Inspired by his personal experience having family members going through dementia, new track “Help You Remember” also shines a spotlight on the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America and their mission that you don’t have to go through this alone. Adding a list of resources for caregivers and those currently struggling with the disease, join Aldean in supporting  HEREAlong with the release of the three new tracks, Aldean also revealed the album’s full 20-song track list, giving fans a taste of additional collaborations to come with the release of the new record. 

Bella Mackenzie hits the ground running with the release of her new single, ‘T o mbstone Desperado’ featuring rising US country artist Jake Banfield .
 
Inspired by the 1993 Outlaw Film ‘Tombstone’, the collaboration drops as Bella Mackenzie prepares to join Banfield as the main support on his The Lasso Australian Tour’ this month.
 
“This track can be interpreted in so many ways but personally, this song makes me feel powerful by recognising we’ve all made mistakes, some worse than others, but how you move through and past these, is what makes you the strongest.  Jake Banfield is such a vocal powerhouse and on stage that I can’t wait to perform this with him live on tour.” – Bella Mackenzie
 
With its country rock swagger ‘Tombstone Desperado’ follows Bella Mackenzie’s 2025 release   ‘Grew Up Country’ featuring fellow North Queensland siblings Homegrown Trio. The song, written in celebration of small-town roots, resilience, and the unshakable pride of rural life,  skyrocketed to #10 on the Australian Country Radio Charts.
 
Hailing from the small coal mining town of Moranbah, Bella Mackenzie has quickly become one of the country’s most exciting new voices in country music. A songwriter since the age of twelve, Bella spent her teenage years cutting her teeth in pubs and bars across regional Australia, honing her craft and steadily growing her audience to what is now close to 100k social media followers. Her distinct style and authenticity have led to brand partnerships with Wrangler, Akubra and more, underscoring her influence beyond music.
 
Looking ahead, the now Central Coast-based Bella Mackenzie has a busy few months of touring ahead.  With shows already confirmed for this year’s prestigious Tamworth Country Music Festival, she will then hit the road with Riley Green for his ‘Cowboy As It Gets’ Australian Tour, followed by a live set at Australia’s premier country music festival, CMC Rocks 2026.

THE ARTIST
Paul McIntosh is a singer songwriter seasoned by a life of mixing music with his full time gig as a farmer on five thousand  acres  in the heart of Canadian farming country. He has spent time in Nashville perfecting his craft and has had success in several song-writing contests including the CMT contest. His music is lyric driven, carefully crafted country ranging from folky accoustic to fully rocking as in the case of this new release of “SUV”.THE SONG
“SUV” has been an absolute crowd stopper at Paul’s live shows for a while and folks have been asking for a full band  recording of it. It follows a farmer as he moves a big tractor and planting equipment down the highway only to be cut-off and “ given the bird” by a passing motorist in a big black SUV. It ends in the parking lot of a truck stop further on up the road.THE RECORDING
Genuine Nashville guitars and rythym sounds played by some of the best players in the city. The cut will speak for itself. MIxed and mastered at the prestigeous Lions Den Studio by Dan Donahue.