SOUND CHECK
Radio’s Next Era: Modern Anthems and Independent Powerhouses
Jason Aldean brings his unmistakable Country sound back to radio with “Anytime Soon” (Broken Bow), while Blake Whiten adds another developing voice to the current mix with “Bet On That” (Warner). Continuing their successful genre-blending run, Kevin Powers and Shaboozey team up for “Move On.” Meanwhile, Koe Wetzel and Ella Langley reunite on “Jaded,” their latest collaboration and new single at Country radio. LOCASH keeps things upbeat with “Talkin Bout” (Galaxy), while Luke Combs adds “Rethink Some Things” (Columbia) to his impressive radio catalog. Brantley Gilbert delivers his trademark Southern-rock edge with “GOOD DAMN,” and Chris Young gives programmers another […]
Hudson Westbrook sets dates for his ‘Hits Me’ tour this fall
Hudson Westbrook will embark on his 2026 “Hits Me” Tour, a fall headlining trek that will take the rising Texas singer across the country. The 24-date run is scheduled to begin Sept. 18-19 with back-to-back performances at Billy Bob’s in Fort Worth, Texas, and continue through December. The tour will feature support from Georgia country newcomer Kenny Whitmire and singer-songwriter Ethan Burdick. The outing marks Westbrook’s first major headlining appearances in several key markets, including Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., New York and Boston. The tour announcement arrives during a breakout period for Westbrook, who has quickly established himself as one […]
Warren Zeiders Releases New Single ‘Looks Good on You’
Warren Zeiders has unveiled his latest single “Looks Good on You,” which he co-wrote with Sam Backoff, Jon Robert Hall, Ben Johnson, and KK Johnson. “Looks Good on You” serves as the fourth preview from Warren’s upcoming third studio album No Brakes, set to release on September 25th. Prior to this release, Zeiders debuted “Days of My Life,” which came after two earlier 2026 tracks, “Born to Be Yours” and “Drinking Game.” Co-written with Jon Robert Hall, Ben Johnson, and Ashley Gorley, Days of My Life focuses on the themes of finding enduring love and cherishing life’s significant moments. In […]
Family Life Completes Acquisition of WOGI-FM for $1 Million
Family Life has finalized its previously announced acquisition of Country WOGI-FM (104.3) located in Moon Township, PA, along with the Pittsburgh translator W288BO (105.5) from Forever Media for a sum of $1 million. WOGI-FM operates at 13,000 watts, serving the greater Pittsburgh area. This acquisition will enhance Family Life’s expanding broadcast portfolio by adding this station and its FM translator. Rick Snavely leads Family Life, while Lynn Deppen is at the helm of Forever Media. The transaction was facilitated by Michael J. Bergner of Bergner & Co., who acted as the exclusive broker for the sale.
Rodeo Cowboy and Country Artist Brian Gaylord to Release Nostalgic New Single “Like It’s 1992”
Country artist and professional rodeo cowboy Brian Gaylord is trading screens for sincerity on his new single “Like It’s 1992,” releasing September 25. The song explores the contrast between modern technology and old school romance, and is mirrored with classic country elements and modern production. “I’ve always believed the best country songs tell stories we all can relate to,” states Gaylord. “‘Like It’s 1992’ reminds us that while technology keeps changing, real relationships are still built on time, effort, and showing up for one another.” With his warm vocal delivery and traditional influences, Gaylord reminds us all that real connection […]
Independent Belgian Pop Anomaly “Secret Wish” Accelerates Across U.S. Airwaves, Cracking Top100 Mediabase Charts
Independent Belgian electropop project Secret Wish is officially staging a massive takeover of the US commercial hit-radio landscape. Driven completely outside the traditional major-label system, their high-octane breakout single “Voodoo Nights” has officially pierced the upper echelons of the industry, achieving a historic dual-chart momentum on the U.S. Mediabase Charts, peaking this week at an impressive: • #51 on the U.S. Mediabase HotAC Activator Chart (charting alongside Ariana Grande, Justin Bieber and Shakira) • #53 on the U.S. Mediabase CHR/Top40 Activator Chart. Listen to “Voodoo Nights” Radio Edit The explosive airplay campaign is actively spearheaded by none other than Howard […]
Brynn Wood Announces Debut Single “Time Zone,” Out Now
Young singer-songwriter turns a long-distance almost-relationship into an intimate debut single—written while hiding in a bathtub at Stagedoor Manor Emerging singer-songwriter Brynn Wood has released her debut single, “Time Zone”. The song introduces Wood as a songwriter drawn to the small moments that become impossible to forget, and the complicated feelings that can come from missing someone who was not quite yours to begin with. Wood wrote “Time Zone” while attending Stagedoor Manor, the famed theater camp known for bringing together young performers from across the country. Surrounded by the nonstop energy of camp and, as Wood puts it, an […]