Nu-Blu is thrilled to announce the exclusive premiere of their new music video for “When It Rains She Pours” on Bluegrass Today.

This powerful video provides an intimate and raw look at a life unraveling, revealing the emotional struggle of turning to the bottle as a coping mechanism for heartbreak and disappointment.

Penned by renowned songwriters, Tim Stafford, Kim Williams, Larry Shell, and Dawn Frank, “When It Rains She Pours” paints a vivid picture of a broken relationship where no one walks away unscathed. Though sang by Nu-Blu’s Daniel Routh, the song captures the pain and turmoil of the female perspective, weaving a classic yet fresh tale of love and loss.

“When we first heard this song, it immediately pulled me in,” said Routh. “With songwriters like this behind it, you know it’s going to be good. I told the team we had to cut it! We originally planned to film a video at a later date, but when it became our most-streamed song and climbed the radio charts, we knew we had to act fast.”

In just 48 hours, the band built a set and brought the concept to life, crafting a visual companion that brings the song’s poignant story to even greater heights. The video captures the passion, pain, and heartache that drive people to their breaking point, and ultimately, to choices that can only provide temporary solace.

“’When It Rains She Pours’ isn’t just a song; it’s a story that resonates with so many people,” added Routh. “We wanted the video to reflect that raw, emotional truth.” The new video underscores Nu-Blu’s ability to combine compelling storytelling with heartfelt musicality, further solidifying their place as one of bluegrass music’s most exciting acts. “When It Rains, She Pours” is part Nu-Blu’s newest album from Turnberry Records.

Field & Stream Music Fest unveils its star-studded lineup for the experiential event taking place October 3-5, 2025 in Winnsboro, South Carolina. Co-produced by Field & Stream, with key investors Eric Church, Morgan Wallen and Southern Entertainment, this premier event will bring together the best of country music and outdoor adventure for an unforgettable weekend. Pre-sales begin tomorrow, January 9 for Field & Stream 1871 Club Members, with tickets on sale to the general public this Friday, January 10.

The three-day event will feature over 40 artists performing across multiple stages, including Eric Church, Miranda Lambert, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Riley Green, ZZ Top, Bailey Zimmerman, Shane Smith & The Saints, Kameron Marlowe, Larry Fleet, Tyler Farr, Whey Jennings, Ashland Craft, Boy Named Banjo, Josh Sanders, Sadie Bass, the Davisson Brothers, Fox n’ Vead, Warrick McZeke, Aidan Canfield, Edwin McCain, David Lee Murphy, Cole Goodwin, Rut Spence, Eli Winders, Ryan Trotti, Bailey Marie, Payton Smith, Matt Tucker, Whit’s End, Nate Hosie, Maddie Rean, Taylor Richardson, Greg Parrish, Kyle Dills, Brent Underwood & Bart Lattimore, Darren Deese and DJ Slim McGraw. With an eclectic mix of country legends, rising stars and local talent, the Field & Stream Music Fest offers something for every music fan. Visit www.FSMF.com to see the daily line-up.

Field & Stream Music Fest brings together the best of country music and outdoor adventure for an unforgettable weekend. Dive into themed villages like the Ugly Stik Fish On America Village, where pro fishing tips and casting competitions await, or the onX Hunt Village, featuring outdoor gear showcases and expert-led demos. For sports fans, the GameWatch Football Showdown Village delivers live games on massive screens, complete with spirited activities and a fully stocked bar.

Step beyond the villages and take on thrilling excursions like trophy fishing, archery, Rattlesnake Park mountain biking and off-road tours through breathtaking landscapes. At the Field & Stream Expo, explore interactive exhibits and the latest in outdoor innovation from top brands.

ABOUT FIELD & STREAM
Field & Stream is the world’s leading outdoor lifestyle brand. With origins dating back to 1871, F&S has taught a nation to hunt and fish, to camp and explore, to survive and thrive in the outdoors—all while leading the charge to conserve and fight for wildlife and wild places. The secret to our longevity is simple: Hunters and anglers love a great story—and nobody tells one better than Field & Stream. In 2024, the legacy brand was unified under the same ownership for the first time in its history, including key investors and country music artists Eric Church and Morgan Wallen. Now embarking on a new chapter, the next generation of Field & Stream includes the return to a print publication, a membership community, a wide variety of product launches including apparel & accessories, upholstered furniture, beer and spirits and more, plus experiential components such as hunting and fishing Excursions, Powered by BirdDog, a lodge in Bozeman, MT and the Field & Stream Music Fest.

Matt Castillo, an artist who “has built a loyal fan base with his heartfelt lyrics and engaging and powerful performances” (Men’s Journal), continues his run of momentum as he claims the No. 1 chart position at Texas Radio for his latest single “Pain and Sorrow.”

Castillo, the Rio Grande Valley native “carrying a torch for more traditional-minded country music” (Billboard) has notched four prior No. 1s on the Texas Regional Radio Report, including “Te Necesito,” “Cause He’s A Cowboy,” “Corazon” and “Go Get Her,” two of which are from his latest LP, Pushing Borders.

Music Row has taken note of Castillo, inviting him to perform during curated events hosted by the Academy of Country Music, BMI, and the Country Music Association, and glowing reviews continue to pour in about his music and his songwriting.

“Get ready to have your country music heart revitalized, your fear for the future of country music squashed, and your prospects for country music bolstered by the bold flavors involved in Matt Castillo’s new album Pushing Borders that puts a kick behind traditional country… He’s embracing his heritage and history to make traditional country that is distinctly him.” — Saving Country Music

“Matt Castillo has a signature sound and a recognisable voice, making this new release something to take notice of.” — Lonesome Highway

And of Pushing Borders, Six Shooter Country says, “It’s an album that gets better with every play, with new highlights appearing along the journey.”
Castillo kicks off 2025 with West coast show dates while songwriting for an album he plans to record this summer.

About Matt Castillo:
Raised in Edinburg, Texas, South Texas-bred country artist Matt Castillo is cutting his teeth in honky tonks throughout Texas, Colorado, and the states in between. Over the past two and a half years, Castillo has made a significant impact on the Texas Regional Radio Report with multiple No. 1 singles, including “Cause He’s A Cowboy,” “Corazon,” “Go Get Her,” “Te Necesito,” and his current top-charting single “Pain and Sorrow.” Four albums and 125 shows per year later, Castillo is still chasing that perfect song and striving to move people with his music. His unique sound and grit have earned him the honor of sharing the stage with artists like Cody Johnson, Toby Keith, Jon Pardi, Parker McCollum, Randy Rogers Band, Clay Walker, Tracy Lawrence, and Flatland Cavalry.

Koe Wetzel caps a breakout year with another major career milestone, earning his first No. 1 single at Country radio with “High Road” featuring Jessie Murph, topping both the Billboard Country Airplay and Country Aircheck/Mediabase Country charts this week while also Top 20 Hot AC and Top 25 at Top 40.

“Look at us with a No. 1! Jessie, you’re a beast of a singer and writer, glad we share this one together. Amy, Carrie, Laura, Serrato and Gabe, it’s an honor any time we’re in a room together,” shares Wetzel. “It’s been an unbelievable year and to cap it off with this is just unreal. Huge shoutout to the fans for already making this one Platinum, to our promo team for working their asses off all year and to Country radio for taking a chance on a kid from East Texas.”

Released in July as his fifth studio album, 9 Lives has proven to be a defining album for Wetzel, earning recognition on multiple year-end best-of lists, including Rolling Stone, Billboard, the Tennessean, Holler and more, with the Los Angeles Times naming “High Road” specifically as the No. 8 best song of 2024 across all genres. “High Road” showcases the mature level of vulnerability that defines the still hard-rocking album as a whole.

As Wetzel dominates the year-end airwaves, he’s also spreading holiday cheer with the recent release of his new holiday EP, Koe Wetzel Presents…Wetzel’s Wonderland Chapter 2. Featuring four new reimagined classics, the project continues a tradition that Wetzel’s began last year, now boasting seven songs total. This holiday spirit will come alive later this week when Wetzel takes the stage for two special shows in his home state of Texas for Wetzel’s Wonderland Live, set for Friday, Dec. 27 at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth and Saturday, Dec. 28 at Moody Center in Austin. Limited tickets remain available HERE.

About Koe Wetzel
Koe Wetzel never met a genre wall he couldn’t tear down: The Texas singer-songwriter has earned a rabid audience for his songs that mix country, rock, hip-hop, and even Nineties grunge. His 2016 album Noise Complaint endeared him to fans with its no- holds-barred lyrics about drunken nights, broken hearts and stints in jail, and included the Gold-certified hits “Love” (feat. Parker McCollum), “Something to Talk About” and the infamous “February 28, 2016.” Wetzel’s 2020 major label debut, Sellout, only furthered his legend with the Platinum-certified “Drunk Driving” and “Good Die Young” plus the Gold-certified “Kuntry & Wistern.” The 2022 follow-up, Hell Paso, hit No. 3 on Billboard’s Country Albums and spawned hits on both the country and rock charts, including the Gold-certified “Creeps” and “Cabo.” To date, Wetzel has 3.4 billion total streams and has created a genuine experience with his live concerts, which he describes as “total chaos.” In 2023 alone, he sold more than 275,000 tickets, and appeared for a third time on POLLSTAR’s Top Worldwide Tours. Wetzel played prominent festival sets this summer and opened for Morgan Wallen on the superstar’s One Night at a Time Stadium Tour in Texas, while also headlining his own recently-wrapped Damn Near Normal World Tour. His new album, 9 Lives (Columbia), is available everywhere now as Platinum-certified lead single “High Road” with Jessie Murph marks his first No. 1 Country radio single while also climbing both the Hot AC and Top 40 charts.

Rising country artist Kelli Belles (Belles) releases her new single “Trust Issues”. The exuberant track is available across all streaming platforms now.

“Trust Issues” delves into the complexities of feeling doubt and insecurity in a relationship, especially when the person seems “too good to be true.” Written by Kelli Belles, Nell Maynard, and Cassidy Best and produced by Sam Grow, the song shines light on past emotional scars and patterns from old relationships and how they can distort new ones, often leading to the misguided attempt to fix someone rather than accepting them for who they truly are.

“I’ve been teasing the release of ‘Trust Issues’ for a while now, and I’m beyond excited that it’s finally here. This track is intense and fiery, and it served as the inspiration behind my fall tour, The Trust Issues Tour. I know many of my fans can relate to the feeling of dealing with trust issues––especially when some people seem almost too good to be true,” shares Belles.

The release of “Trust Issues” comes on the heels of Belles’ most recent launch for her “What in the Truck” music video. With its compelling narrative and striking visuals, the video is now being showcased on CMT Music. The vibrant music video comes to life under the direction, production, and editing of Sydney Tooley. Corbin Schmidt (Director of Photography/Colorist), Tyler Skrove (Gaffer), and Greg Griggs (Locations/Picture Car) also had a hand in bringing this story to life. The video showcases stunning locations, filmed at Greg’s Auto Repair in East Nashville and Greg Grigg’s residence.

With a voice grounded in her Nebraska roots, Belles is steadily making a name for herself. Since moving to Nashville in 2018, Belles has captivated audiences with her meaningful and witty storytelling. Her original songs, all co-written with some of Nashville’s top writers, have garnered over 70 million views and streams across all platforms. Belles has worked alongside renowned writers such as Reid Isbell (“The Kind of Love We Make”/Luke Combs, “Mr. Saturday Night”/Jon Pardi), Jenn Schott (“7500 OBO” and “Two Lanes of Freedom”/Tim McGraw), Heath Warren (“Rock and A Hard Place”/Bailey Zimmerman and “Something You Ain’t Ever Had”/Waterloo Revival), Johnny Gates (“Truck Girl”/Josh Ross, “Loretta Lynn”/Sam Grow, “Mess It Up”/Blake Wood) and Ned Cameron (Grammy-nominated writer and producer has collaborated with artists including Kid Ink, Machine Gun Kelly, Wiz Khalifa, Sean Kingston and more), contributing to her growing reputation as a songwriter.

Her music has caught the attention of major platforms and outlets, with features on CMT, Spotify’s Next from Nashville, New Music Friday Country, Fresh Finds Country, and Apple Music’s New In Country, Soundcheck, and What Would Dolly Do? playlists. CMT lauded her talent, stating, “Belles’ crystal clear vocals and compelling delivery are displayed in ‘Man Outta Me,’ which verifies that she’s a promising new artist with a bright future ahead.” Belles’ journey in music began in Omaha, Nebraska, deeply influenced by her musical family. With her mother being a part of the successful sister pop/harmony group Mulberry Lane, Belles was surrounded by music from a young age. Her early experiences, including touring with her mother’s group and performing in a mother-daughter duo, laid the foundation for her solo career.

Belles has steadily built a reputation as a powerful and authentic voice in the country music scene. Her recent signing of a global recording agreement with Deluge Records Nashville and a publishing deal with Deluge Music represents a significant milestone in her emerging career. This past fall, Belles wrapped her headlining Trust Issues Tour, performing across the country and further solidifying her place in the industry. Having shared the stage with celebrated country artists, including Miranda Lambert, Old Dominion, Dan + Shay, Brett Eldredge, and Lee Brice, Belles has honed her craft and expanded her fan base.

With a loyal following on social media— boasting 387k followers on TikTok, 131k on Instagram, 166k on YouTube, 158k on Facebook, 70 Million cumulative views and streams of her original songs on all platforms, and 1 million direct fan reach—Belles connects with her fans through her music and live interactions. Her mission is clear: to write songs that resonate deeply with her audience, making them feel empowered, confident, and understood.