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Australian Alt Country duo No PROMISES return with their uplifting new single Wildside — a  feel-good, cruisy country track about breaking free from routine, taking chances, and chasing  the life you really want. Driven by warm acoustic guitars, rolling rhythms, and an undeniable sense of freedom, Wildside  captures the spirit of escaping the daily grind and embracing the open road. Featuring Eric  Collier on lead vocals alongside Janine Garvey’s beautiful harmonies, the track highlights the  unmistakable chemistry between the pair, with their voices blending effortlessly throughout the  song.                                                                   At its heart, Wildside is about choosing adventure over comfort and connection over convention.  Lyrics like “Quit the job working 9–5 / And we can get away on that open road” paint a vivid  picture of two people leaving their worries behind in search of something more meaningful.  The song balances classic country storytelling with modern country energy, creating a laid-back  anthem perfect for long drives, warm nights, and anyone dreaming of a fresh start.  “Wildside is about stepping outside the safe and familiar,” says the band. “It’s about taking risks,  living freely, and finding joy in the unknown. We really wanted the song to feel uplifting and  hopeful — like rolling the windows down and heading toward something better.” With Eric’s heartfelt vocal delivery and Janine’s beautiful harmonies adding warmth and  emotion, Wildside continues to showcase the evolving sound of No PROMISES — blending  country, Americana, and melodic rock influences into something authentic and memorable. 

Dust, drought and turning steel drive “Outback Sentinels”, a hard-driving, big-sky Australian country-rock story from Anthony Snape featuring Dobe Newton of The Bushwackers. Moving from spoken bush narration into a wide, guitar-charged anthemic chorus, it honours the Southern Cross and Comet windmills, water, sacrifice and family legacy. Backed by Anthony’s Australian country radio momentum, it is pitched for country and roots-rock audiences with cinematic Australian storytelling.

“Whiskey Nights” seamlessly blends driving acoustic rhythms with soaring modern production, putting Kaliko’s distinct vocal delivery front and center.As a songwriter, Kaliko crafts lyrics that are both vulnerable and universally catchy, painting a vivid picture of Friday nights, heartbreak, and resilience. With its infectious hook and stadium-ready chorus, “Whiskey Nights” is tailored for top-tier country radio airplay. It offers listeners the perfect blend of traditional country storytelling and a fresh, energetic sound that will keep the windows down on the highway.Hailing from the heart of Tallahassee, Florida, Kaliko is a multi-talented recording artist and singer-songwriter who draws inspiration from the grit of modern country and the nostalgic soul of classic songwriting. His music captures the essence of late-night drives, Southern roots, and heartfelt truths. Now stepping onto the national stage, Kaliko represents the next generation of country hitmakers, delivering tracks that connect directly with the everyday experiences of country music listeners.

Blazing her own trail in country music, Payton Howie is one of the genre’s most exciting new female artists. With over 4 million career streams and more than 150,000 social media followers, she continues to captivate audiences with her country rockin’ soulful sound and amazing vocal delivery. She has toured alongside Parker McCollum, Lainey Wilson, Ashley McBryde, Garth Brooks, Gretchen Wilson, Lukas Nelson, Corey Kent, Tracy Lawrence, Aaron Watson, Trisha Yearwood, and Warren Zeiders. Her single Ramblin’ Woman reached #5 on the Ireland Country iTunes Download Chart.Now, she returns with her latest release, “Truck Bed,” co-written with multi-platinum artist and CMA Triple Play award winning songwriter Brady Seals. Payton has also earned Female Vocalist of the Year nominations from both the Texas Regional Radio and Texas Country Music Association, cementing her status as a rising force in country music. Currently joining forces with industry heavyweight Christy DiNapoli and West Village Entertainment, Payton is someone to watch in 2027 as one of Country’s dominate new females.

“Notice The Roses’ is a song about trying to stay present amongst chaos and remember to notice and be grateful for the little things.” – Tori Forsyth
Blending contemporary country with alternative folk influences,  ‘Notice The Roses’ is built on authentic songwriting, expansive production and an infectious sound that perfectly complements Tori Forsyth’s captivating vocal. 
Fresh from a run of US performances, including Laurel Cove Music Festival in Pineville, Kentucky, and the Kentucky Fried Pop-Up Tour at The Cork in Lexington, Kentucky, Tori continues to build momentum ahead of her forthcoming album.
Tori Forsyth is one of Australia’s most compelling and emotionally fearless singer-songwriters, known for crafting songs that exist in the space between vulnerability and defiance. With a voice that cuts straight to the core and songwriting that balances raw confession with poetic restraint, Tori has carved out a singular place in modern country and alternative folk.
In 2026, Tori entered a bold new chapter with the singles  ‘Guns and Little Girls’, ‘You and Me’ and  ‘I’m Not God’ – the first instalments from her forthcoming album. The album was written entirely by Tori and produced by Scott Horscroft.
Her third studio album,  All We Have Is Who We Are, marked a powerful creative rebirth, a record that dives into darkness before rising towards self-acceptance, grace and renewal. Anchored by singles including  ‘All We Are’,  ‘Sometimes’ (feat. Shane Nicholson) and  ‘Good Enough’, featuring backing vocals from longtime mentor Kasey Chambers, the album earned Tori widespread acclaim, including a QMA Country Award for ‘Sometimes’, an ARIA Award nomination for Best Country Album, and a Golden Guitar Award nomination for Best Alternative Country Album.
Across her career, Tori has amassed more than 18 million streams, toured extensively throughout Australia and internationally, and shared stages with artists including Kasey Chambers, Jackson Dean and Wade Forster. Her songwriting has been recognised with major industry accolades, including Golden Guitar wins and nominations, and her work continues to resonate deeply with fans who see themselves reflected in her honesty.

Rising Australian country-pop storyteller Shanleigh Rose delivers a bold and evocative new single with “Like My Mama Loves Tobacco” —a track that lingers long after the first listen.

Sitting in the fragile space where love and dependency collide, “ Like My Mama Loves Tobacco” explores the emotional complexity of holding onto something that still feels like home. Between fields left fallow and the quiet weight of generational addiction, Shanleigh leans into truth over resolution—offering a raw, unfiltered reflection on emotional attachment. Backed by Tamworth Songwriters Association award-winning lyricism and deeply vulnerable vocals, the folk-country ballad captures a feeling many recognise but rarely articulate.

Since I was a child, I’ve witnessed the way addiction lives and breathes in people. I remember telling myself, ‘I will never let that happen to me.’ Fast forward to 17, and I’ve fallen head over heels for someone so intoxicating and all-consuming that it hurts. In writing this song, I realised that what I felt for them acted more like my mother’s relationship with smoking than love. And just as I had witnessed in her, I could not let go of it. I knew how bad it was for me, but I just couldn’t put it down. Eventually, it began to burn away my soul, and I knew I had to make the decision… loving me meant letting him go.” — Shanleigh Rose

Drawing inspiration from the candid, deeply human songwriting of Melody Moko and Fanny Lumsden—particularly Moko’s “Like Hank Would” and Lumsden’s “Fallow”—the track also benefits from the guiding hand of producer Michael Muchow, whose close ties to both artists bring a sense of creative alignment to the project.

It is a really different direction to any of my previous releases, but I’m just in love with this track… It’s the most ‘me’ song I think I’ve ever put out.” — Shanleigh Rose

Multi-award-winning Melody Moko adds:

Shanleigh Rose has a gift for songwriting that is both vivid and personal. With ‘Like My Mama Loves Tobacco,’ she doubles down on that gift, delivering a take on dependency that feels innocent and mature in the same breath, much like Shanleigh as an artist.”

An enchanting storyteller and captivating performer, Shanleigh Rose continues to establish herself as a formidable force in Australian music. With songwriting at the core of her artistry, she has built a growing audience drawn to her evocative lyricism and memorable melodies.

2026 has seen Shanleigh expanding Spotify catalogue now surpassed 100,000 streams across ten single releases, reflecting her steady rise and adding Oppurnities to perform and work alongside industry greats including. Fanny Lumsden on her 2026 tour, including a standout performance at iconic Brisbane venue The Triffid with Shanleigh calendar slowly filling up it further cements her reputation as a compelling live act.

With “Like My Mama Loves Tobacco,” Shanleigh Rose doesn’t just tell a story—she invites listeners to sit inside it. It’s intimate, confronting, and unmistakably authentic, marking a powerful new chapter for one of Australia’s most promising voices.

Country music continues to prove it knows no borders as American country veteran  Chris Chitsey joins forces with one of the United Kingdom’s most exciting emerging country artists,  Bee Smith on their new transatlantic duet,  “Summer Before The Fall,” available now via Clinetel Nashville Records with distribution through SONY/The Orchard.Blending contemporary country production with timeless storytelling, “Summer Before The Fall” explores the emotional crossroads that occur when lifelong friendship begins to evolve into something more. Written by Smith and Thornton Cline and produced by acclaimed Nashville hitmaker  D. Scott Miller, the song captures the uncertainty, hope, and vulnerability of risking everything for the possibility of true love. Built around a question many have quietly asked themselves—what happens when your best friend becomes the love of your life?—the duet follows two lifelong friends as they confront feelings they’ve never fully acknowledged. Through heartfelt lyrics and soaring harmonies, Chitsey and Smith bring the story to life with authenticity and emotional depth. The single has already earned a nomination for Vocal Event of the Year at the 2026 Josie Music Awards, which will be held this September at Nashville’s legendary Grand Ole Opry House.“There is an excitement building around this song,” says Smith. “Bringing it to life with Chris made it even more meaningful. The moment I heard his voice, I knew he was the perfect fit. I feel incredibly fortunate to have Chris and such an exceptional group of musicians contributing to this record.” The collaboration arrives at a significant moment for both artists.In recent years, Chitsey has experienced a remarkable career resurgence. Since signing an eight-single deal with Clinetel Nashville in 2023, he has delivered a string of global No. 1 hits, including “Last Time I Saw You,” “Life Is Hard, Whiskey Is Easy,” “Every Small Town,” “Chasing Taillights” and, most recently, his biggest radio success to date, “Where Ya Been Girl.” His music has also crossed into film and television, with “Every Small Town” serving as the theme song for the streaming reality series  Only in Iola, in which Chitsey appears throughout multiple seasons. Meanwhile, Smith continues to establish herself as one of the UK’s most promising country music exports. The 2025 ISSA Songwriter of the Year has earned international recognition for her emotionally resonant songwriting, soulful vocals, and growing collection of industry accolades, including multiple Josie Music Award nominations and Top 10 placements in the World Songwriting Awards.Adding to the excitement surrounding the release, the artists recently returned from Cancun, Mexico, where they spent a week filming the official music video for “Summer Before The Fall.” Set against a breathtaking backdrop of turquoise waters, white-sand beaches and stunning Caribbean sunsets, the video perfectly captures the song’s story of friendship, possibility and romance. With its universal message, cinematic storytelling, and undeniable vocal chemistry, “Summer Before The Fall” is poised to become one of the standout country duets of the summer.Beyond the music, Chitsey continues to partner with brands that reflect his connection to craftsmanship, heritage, and lifestyle culture, including Jack Daniel’s Whiskey, Deep Eddy Vodka, Marriott International, Inc., Chuck Norris’s CForce Premium Artesian Water, American Hat Makers, Molly’s Custom Silver, TEXITCoin, Clinetel Nashville Records, and SONY/The Orchard.About Chris Chitsey: Chris Chitsey is a Texas-born country recording artist whose career spans decades and includes numerous international chart-topping singles. Known for his authentic country sound and dynamic live performances, Chitsey has enjoyed a remarkable resurgence in recent years, earning multiple No. 1 hits and expanding his reach through music, television, and strategic brand partnerships.

Priority single from forthcoming EP, due Q3 2026 – ‘ Hold You Close’ is an upbeat, heartfelt country anthem about chasing a dream while longing to be closer to the people you love. 
 
Co-written and produced by Lindsay Rimes, whose credits include songs recorded by global country superstars Cody Johnson, Luke Bryan, Nate Smith and Kane Brown.
 
Set to perform at Lasso Country Music Festival this July, continuing a strong run of national festival appearances – previous highlights include CMC Rocks, CMA Fest (Nashville), BIGSOUND, Ridin’ Hearts, Mullewa Muster & Country Music Festival, and winning the 2024 Ridin’ Starts Competition.
 
Raised in Warrnambool, Victoria, Michael picked up his first guitar at age six and grew up immersed in country music. He built an early fanbase through online performances during the pandemic, laying the foundation for his emerging career.

Country songstress Kaitlyn Thomas returns with her latest release, “Truckin’ Country”, a high-energy anthem celebrating hardworking country people and particularly the girls who never forget their roots.Written by  Kaitlyn Thomas, Michelle Chandler and Mary V I Harrison, and brought to life by powerhouse production duo  MSquared (Michael Paynter and Michael DeLorenzis), “Truckin’ Country” showcases Kaitlyn’s commanding vocals and infectious energy, delivering a track destined to resonate with country fans across Australia.At its heart, “Truckin’ Country” is a celebration of country lovers who work hard, play hard, and carry their country values with them wherever life takes them. Whether they’re in work boots on the job, a pretty dress for a night out, or a T-shirt and shorts on the weekend, they never forget where they come from. After a long week of hard work, they’re ready to get all dressed up and hit the town, but no matter where they go or what they’re wearing, they’ll always be Truckin’ Country.
“This song was inspired by the women who work just as hard as the blokes out in the country – but really, it’s for anyone who lives and loves the country life,” says Kaitlyn.  “If country’s in your heart, this song’s for you.”
Fresh from supporting some of Australia’s biggest country stars including  Amber Lawrence,  Brooke McClymont and  Adam Eckersley, Kaitlyn continues to build momentum as one of the genre’s most exciting rising artists.Following the success of her 2025 single  “Mississippi Lies” and standout performances at the  Tamworth Country Music Festival, Kaitlyn is preparing for a busy year ahead, including appearances at major events such as the iconic  Deni Ute Muster and with further performances to be announced shortly.Known for her powerhouse vocals, electrifying stage presence and genuine connection with her audience, Kaitlyn has built a reputation as an artist who not only delivers unforgettable live performances but remains deeply appreciative of the fans who support her journey.With its driving energy, relatable message and undeniable country spirit, “Truckin’ Country” is set to become a favourite for country music lovers everywhere.

ARIA, APRA and Golden Guitar Award-winning country artist Casey Barnes returns today with his uplifting new single  SHE DOES, a feel-good country anthem celebrating the person who stands by you through life’s highs and lows.Arriving just weeks before the release of his highly anticipated new album MADE FOR THIS on August 7, SHE DOES continues the momentum of a landmark year for Barnes, following the success of recent singles MADE FOR THIS, selected as the official theme song for Nine’s 2026 NRL season and TIME TO BURN, his acclaimed collaboration with Australian music icon Pete Murray.Hooking listeners from the opening line,  SHE DOES blends infectious melodies, heartfelt storytelling along with celebrating loyalty, resilience and the kind of love that never wavers.Written in Nashville alongside acclaimed songwriters Jordan Dozzi (Morgan Wallen, Post Malone, Blake Shelton) and Kyle Sturrock, the track showcases Barnes’ signature ability to fuse contemporary country-pop production with authentic, relatable storytelling.

She Does’ isn’t just another cliché country song… it’s really about something much deeper,” says Barnes. “It’s about the person who still believes in you when you’re doubting yourself, who holds your world together when life gets chaotic, and who loves you even when you give them every reason not to. I think that’s something a lot of people will connect with.”

The release marks the final standalone single before MADE FOR THIS arrives on August 7, with the album set to launch alongside Barnes’ biggest national headline tour to date. Spanning Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania, the tour will see Barnes bring his energetic live show to fans across the country throughout the second half of 2026.With an ARIA Award, multiple Golden Guitars, APRA Awards, major festival appearances and more than 90 million streams, Casey Barnes continues to cement his reputation as one of the leading voices in modern Australian country music.