Ian Flanigan, celebrated finalist from NBC’s The Voice, has unveiled his deeply personal new single, “Evergreen,” available now across all music platforms. The song, co-written by Ian Flanigan and Jim Ranger, marks a significant milestone in Flanigan’s career and offers a heartfelt glimpse into his life and love. Featuring Flanigan’s soulful vocals and produced by the artist himself, “Evergreen” showcases his talent not just as a performer but also as a producer and recording engineer.

“‘Evergreen’ is the first song I wrote for my wife Kelsey after we were married last year in Colorado. It’s a love song about always staying true to ourselves no matter what life brings.” -Ian Flanigan

The single has already made waves, being featured on prominent playlists such as Amazon’s Breakthrough Country and Apple Music Country’s New In Country. With its soulful lyrics, Flanigan’s distinctive vocals, and a theme that resonates universally, “Evergreen” is poised to climb even further as more listeners discover its magic.

Recorded and mixed by Ian Flanigan and Aaron Chmielewski, respectively, the single is a masterful addition to Flanigan’s growing discography. It serves as the next single from his forthcoming album The Man My Mama Raised, set to release on March 17 through Reviver Records.

Ian Flanigan’s music continues to inspire, blending his soulful storytelling with a distinctive sound. With The Man My Mama Raised on the horizon and “Evergreen” capturing hearts, 2025 promises to be a landmark year for this rising star.

Flanigan’s upcoming album continues to build on the momentum from his recent work. In November, he released the title track “The Man My Mama Raised,” a powerful tribute to family values and perseverance. Flanigan also charmed fans with an acoustic version of “Blue Christmas,” showcasing his signature guitar stylings.

Notable highlights from Ian’s journey include his standout acoustic album released in 2023, and a compelling rendition of Tina Turner’s classic “What’s Love Got To Do With It.” Each release further cements Ian’s reputation as a versatile artist with a unique ability to connect deeply with his audience.

Ian Flanigan’s music continues to inspire, blending his soulful storytelling with a distinctive sound. With The Man My Mama Raised on the horizon and “Evergreen” capturing hearts, 2025 promises to be a landmark year for this rising star.

Kenny Chesney, the East Tennessee songwriter/stadium-sized superstar, is rested up and ready to get his 2025 started. Having spent the last several weeks working on some very personal projects that break ground for the high impact, positive energy performer, the eight-time Entertainer of the Year kicked things off with a stop at NBC’s “TODAY” on Thursday, Jan. 16.

Beyond whatever big news the generational icon has to share, he will return to 30 Rockefeller Center later that same day to be the lead guest on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.” Though no performances are part of the appearances, Chesney has plenty to talk about.

“I have always been one to let the music do the talking,” says the affable musician. “I think when we’re onstage, connecting with No Shoes Nation, nothing else really needs to be said. When they sing these songs back to me, that says everything.

“That said, this year is going to be unlike any other. This is one time when I probably do need to get out and explain exactly what we’re up to. But for now, I can say this: I am incredibly ramped up about what we’re in the middle of making happen for 2025. It’s one of those things where you can’t just throw it out there – so I am really glad we’re getting to spend some time at ‘TODAY,’ then ‘The Tonight Show.’”

Having extended his record on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart with “Take Her Home,” his 33rd No. 1, the man behind “American Kids,” “Get Along,” “Summertime,” “Young,” “When The Sun Goes Down” and so many more classic country songs for the last two decades is looking forward to breaking more ground and creating deeper ways to appreciate the way his music has defined people’s lives in the 21st Century.

“The thing about so many of my songs is they’re pieces of people’s lives,” Chesney says. “Almost everyone can see themselves in there somehow. To me, singing people’s reality and hopefully showing them how sweet life can be sets a pretty cool bar.”

The man the Wall Street Journal deemed “The King of the Road” and the L.A. Times hailed as “The People’s Superstar” has always focused on connecting the dots between live and his recorded music. That appears to once again be the driver for Chesney as he leans into the year ahead; with a strong passion for his band and road family, he’s already been posting pictures from rehearsals somewhere in Nashville on social media.

“There’s nothing like No Shoes Nation when they come together. It’s the greatest high there is,” Chesney offers. “We’ve been pulling songs out that we’ve not played in years, so who knows?”

Country music’s rising star Gavin Adcock is back with a new song that’s bound to leave an impact. “Loose Strings” is a raw, gritty track about the messiness of love and the emotional chaos that comes with a relationship falling apart. Written by Brent Cobb, Erik Dylan, and Phillip White, the song explores that feeling of holding onto something that’s already slipping away.

In “Loose Strings,” Adcock paints a picture of a love that’s tangled up in little things—like a jacket left behind or unfinished business. It’s about trying to make sense of a relationship that’s falling apart, but no matter how hard you try, you just keep pulling at loose strings. With its gritty Southern rock vibe and Adcock’s signature growl, this track gets straight to the heart of the messiness we all go through when things go wrong.

“Loose Strings” follows the massive success of Adcock’s debut album Actin’ Up Again, which racked up over 300 million streams and introduced him as one of country’s most exciting new voices. With hits like “A Cigarette” and “Run Your Mouth,” the album made a major splash.

Adcock’s been out on his Actin’ Up Again (Again) Tour, and the guy’s a force on stage—selling out nearly every show. The 2025 leg of the tour has already sold out across the board, with fans showing up in droves to see Adcock’s no-filter approach to songwriting and his high-energy live performances. The remaining dates are sure to be some of the most talked-about shows of the year, with Almost Gone collaborator Vincent Mason joining as opener.

Kicking off 2025 with a new music video, Nashville recording artist and country singer-songwriter Whey Jennings portrays the story behind one man’s laughable scheme to skip out on his clingy girlfriend on the light-hearted “Caught Up,” premiering on Friday on YouTube. A song which he co-wrote with Wes Shipp, it’s the sixth track from Whey’s critically acclaimed debut album, Jekyll & Hyde, available digitally everywhere now by Dirt Rock Empire.

“Wes and I wrote ‘Caught Up’ while our ladies were in the next room with the kids,” Jennings said. “We were worried about playing it for Taryn & Brie because we didn’t want them to think we were serious, but we did it anyway and much to our surprise, they absolutely loved it!” So we’re almost certain y’all will too, because every once in a while we all need a real good laugh!”

Jekyll & Hyde debuted at #10 on iTunes Top 40 US Country Albums chart, #7 on iTopChart’s Top Country Music Album chart, & #39 on PopVortex’s iTunes Top 100 Albums chart in 2024. Songs from the album have been hailed by Fox News, Billboard, People Magazine, Forbes, Taste of Country, Cowboys & Indians, Men’s Journal, Rodeo Life Magazine and was one of the most anticipated albums of 2024 by SavingCountryMusic.com.

Whey’s Jekyll & Hyde Tour is also kicking off his 2025 touring season in Florida with a run of music festivals, kicking off on February 07 at the Everglades Seafood Festival [tickets/info], then on February 22 at Winter Garden Music Festival [tickets/info], followed by February 23 at Swamp Cabbage Festival [tickets/info]. He’ll close out the month on February 28 – March 01 with his annual appearances during Daytona Bike Week at Iron Horse Saloon

Country music’s sweetheart from Knoxville, Tennessee, Emily Ann Roberts entered 2025 with a bang as she announced the release date for her highly anticipated new single “Easy Does It,” coming Jan. 17. After sharing the song over the preceding months, fans have been pleading with her to release a recorded version. Pre-save the song here: orcd.co/easydoesit.

Fans will have plenty of places to hear Roberts sing “Easy Does It” along with other favorites like “Whole Lotta Little” and “He Set Her Off” all over the country with her already intense touring schedule to start the year. On Feb. 6 she will join country legend Clint Black on part of his 35th Anniversary of “Killin’ Time” Tour for seven dates through the western United States.

2025 will also reunite Emily Ann with country music superstar Blake Shelton on his Friends & Heroes 2025 Tour. She will kick off each night with a thrilling performance before Shelton, who will be joined by country music heroes Craig Morgan, Deana Carter, and Trace Adkins, takes the stage. The tour will hit 12 cities including her hometown of Knoxville.

About Emily Ann Roberts
They say the path to the grandest stage is paved with relentless practice, and Emily Ann Roberts embodies this mantra. From humble beginnings on small Knoxville stages to 20 performances at the Grand Ole Opry, Roberts has diligently earned her place in the spotlight. Her journey began as a standout on Blake Shelton’s team on The Voice, a remarkable achievement even before graduating high school. Since then, Roberts has amassed a wealth of experience in performing, songwriting and recording. This dedication has translated into over 45 million streams, solidifying her status as a rising star in country music. In late 2023, Emily Ann released her debut full-length album, Can’t Hide Country, produced by Trent Willmon (Cody Johnson). The album, which has already garnered over 23 million streams, showcases her unique blend of traditional country and bluegrass roots, which is undeniably heard on the tune “Whole Lotta Little,” a viral sensation with over 10 million cumulative views on TikTok. The Deluxe Edition of Can’t Hide Country, released in April, features three new tracks, and her latest music video, “Find Me A Man,” continues to see success. Emily Ann’s star continues to rise, with her inclusion in the CMT Next Women of Country 2024 Class. After wrapping up Blake Shelton’s Back To The Honky Tonk Tour, she joined Jamey Johnson’s What A View Tour for eight select dates this summer. Adding to her impressive list of accomplishments, Emily Ann is also a featured artist in Disney’s Country Bear Musical Jamboree, performing “Try Everything” from Zootopia as Trixie St. Claire. From small-town beginnings to the national spotlight, Emily Ann Roberts continues to captivate audiences and garner countless fans with her tuneful twang, vivid songwriting and charismatic stage presence.