February is the month of love, and what better way to celebrate than with some new country music? Whether you are looking for a romantic tune, a heartbreak anthem, or a feel-good jam, there is something for everyone in this month’s releases. Here are some of the highlights that you don’t want to miss:
Lainey Wilson Releases Brand-New Song “Country’s Cool Again”
On the heels of Wilson’s newly coveted title, ‘GRAMMY Award Winning Artist’ following the 2024 GRAMMY Awards, Wilson delivers a brand-new track.
With a one-of-a-kind songwriting voice spotlighting her Southern roots and upbringing, “Country’s Cool Again” bridges elements of Rock, Americana, and Country into a Western track coupled with Wilson’s signature flare. An ode to the 90s Country lifestyle “Country’s Cool Again,” speaks to Wilson’s upbringing, bringing awareness to the Western way of life. Lainey Wilson is touring the UK and Europe and this Spring. Tickets are selling out fast!
Heartbeat – Anaya and Churchdown
Anaya and Churchdown are an upcoming duo from South Wales. With different backgrounds in music, they both bring different styles to the table and aim to not be confined by one genre, but cross boundaries into country and rock.
Anya says of Heartbeat: “This song is about needing someone as much as your own heartbeat. No matter how strong you thought you were alone, that all changes when you meet the right person.”
Listen on Spotify
I Swear To God (You’re Never Getting Out) – Starlight Alice
STARLIGHT ALICE are a new UK duo who are getting fantastic feedback for their original ‘folk / americana /pop’ sounds.
When two amazing artists with combined Spotify plays of over 30 million join forces it’s time to listen. Jacob Browne and Luke Potter are the band and, having worked together on writing songs for others and their solo projects, they decided it was time to come together and create their new sound. They are all set to take their place on everyone’s playlist as well as moving from the studio to playing live in 2024. Their debut single is ‘I Swear to God (You’re Never Getting Out)’ and it’s for all those people who struggle with their inner demons. That said, it’s an energetic and melodic blast that’ll make you sit up and listen and want you to replay immediately…
Jukebox Songs – Drake Milligan
Breakout Country star and actor, Drake Milligan, today released his highly anticipated EP, Jukebox Songs. A nostalgic and one-of-a-kind record rooted in timelessness, Jukebox Songs features the Texas native’s ‘Don’t Leave Me Loving You’ and ‘I Got A Problem’. Listen HERE.
Ahead of embarking as a special guest opener on 10 dates of Cody Johnson’s “The Leather Tour,” Milligan will also be making his first appearance in Germany and returning to the Country to Country (C2C) stage in Berlin, Rotterdam, Belfast, Glasgow and ending at The O2 Arena in London
Through The Fire And Dark – Ste Stetson
“This is a song for couples who go have stuck together through thick and thin no matter how tough things get they always work things out.” says Ste Stetson
Ste Stetson is a country music singer, songwriter, and producer from the West Midlands, UK. He started his musical career in 2020, releasing his first single “Trying Not To Think About You” on YouTube. Since then, he has created and shared various original songs, covers, beats, and tutorials on his YouTube channel, where he has over 600 subscribers. He also hosts a podcast called “The DIY Music Podcast”, where he shares tips and insights on how to make money from your music career.
Outlaw Love (Dave Audé Remix) – Brooke Eden
Brooke Eden, the trailblazing LGBTQ+ Country sensation, is set to captivate audiences once again smashing the chains holding back equality and audibly transporting listeners to a club with the release of her electrifying ‘Outlaw Love (Dave Audé Remix)‘. The remix, expertly crafted by renowned DJ and producer Dave Audé (121 Billboard Dance #1s), takes Eden’s original track ‘Outlaw Love’ to new heights, infusing it with a pulsating energy. Listen to the track HERE.
Eden is returning to London next month as part of the line-up for C2C: Country to Country festival at The O2 (March 8 – 10). Catch Brooke on the BBC Radio 2 Stage, The Barrelhouse at Town Square Presented by CountryLine Stage, The Saloon Stage Hosted by Holler and the Pepsi Presents The Big Entrance Stage. Eden’s in-demand ‘Outlaw Love’ t-shirts are also currently available to purchase in the UK here.
Home on the Highway – Mitchell Kersey
Mitchell Kersley is a UK-based country artist who blends traditional storytelling with a modern twist. He grew up in the British countryside, where he developed a love for country music and learned to play the guitar.
His second EP, Home on the Highway, will be released on all platforms on March 15th 2024. The title track is an upbeat pop-country tune that showcased his catchy melodies and heartfelt lyrics. Two further songs are titled “Drink you off my mind” and “I’m drunk, you’re Gorgeous”
Follow Mitchell on social media for updates or bookmark our page for upcoming touring dates.
Bad Decisions – Dylan Schneider
“’Bad Decisions’ is a song I’ve been excited about since the day we wrote it,” says Schneider. “It’s about always falling back into that on-and-off cycle with that same someone you know you should just let go. I feel like we’ve all been there before, and I can’t wait for everyone to hear it.”
This follows his viral hit ‘Ain’t Missin’ You’, which has racked in over 124M TikTok views, 128k user-generated TikTok videos and 39M on-demand streams.
Dylan Schneider has been announced as one of the performers at C2C Festival in London on March 8-10, 2024, along with performances in Berlin (March 2) and Rotterdam (March 3).
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Valentine / Head Full of Hank – Brian Clover Jr
Brian Clover Jr describes himself as a Country Artist, Songwriter, Poet who Loves Country Music, Jesus, Cowboy boots, Recovery, John Wayne films & all things VINTAGE.
He says he grew up with his mother’s record collection of trad Country which he adored but he really fell in love with the Urban Cowboy explosion which allows him to respect the traditions of Country Music but working within its wide ranges of style.
Listen on Spotify
Up I Stood – Idyllwild Roads
Up I Stood is the debut single from new Americana/Country duo Idyllwwild Roads. Formed in Norwich in November 2023, Idyllwild Roads is made up of Singer-Songwriters Nyree WIlliams and Gram Phillips. Nyree has been impressing audiences in the UK with her folk based songwriting skills leading to her reputation for writing dark and sometimes darkly comical songs.
Gram live-streams and performs solo as singer-songwriter Tupelo Lime. In 2023 Gram was top 5 finalist at the Nashville Josie Music Awards for Songwriter Achievement and for Song of the Year. With his backing band Gram was also 2023 Finalist for Group of the Year at the UK Country Radio Awards.
Bulletproof – Nate Smith
Following his eight-week No. 1 smash hit, ‘World On Fire’, powerhouse country star Nate Smith debuted his latest anthemic single today, ‘Bulletproof’, along with an official video. Written by Ashley Gorley, Ben Johnson, and Hunter Phelps, the song battles the bulletproof memory of a past relationship. Additionally, the singer announced his Through The Smoke EP, arriving April 5. Pre-add/order/save the EP and listen to ‘Bulletproof’ here. Watch the music video for ‘Bulletproof’ here.
Fresh off a breakout year in 2023, Smith gears up to make an even bigger splash in 2024 with a stacked schedule of tour dates and new music in the works. Visit NateSmithOfficial.com for a full list of upcoming shows and additional info.
Catch Myself – Alias James
Brand new video from Country / Americana artist, Alias James is titled, “Catch Myself”. “Catch Myself” is about how easy it is to drift off into memories or dreams, and that jolt that happens when reality intrudes.
AJ lives and records in an old barn “way out in the country”, using old instruments and amps, running everything through tube-driven mic preamps salvaged from old Ampex tape recorders. The diverse sounds and stylings of these songs combine to give the album a unifying factor: an artist’s love of the many shades and variations in the broad palette of Country and Americana music.
Listen to AJ on Spotify or watch the video on Youtube
These are just some of the new country music releases in February that you should check out. Whether you are a fan of traditional or contemporary country, there is something for everyone in this month's offerings. Let us know what you think of these albums and songs in the comments below, and stay tuned for more country music news and reviews.