CountryMusicRocks Featured Playlist: October 2016

It’s official, fall is here! In addition to the new month, we have a brand new playlist for you to enjoy throughout the month of October! There’s now slowing down for country radio as so many new songs are making their impact. This month we are featuring 9 brand new songs that we couldn’t help but “fall” in love with! Check out our CountryMusicRocks Featured Playlist: October 2016, add your favs to your playlist, and call in to your local country radio station & request!


COUNTRYMUSICROCKS FEATURED PLAYLIST: OCTOBER 2016

“Candyland” Love and Theft – download on iTunes

“Diamonds” Brooke Eden – download on iTunes

“Forever Country” Various Artists – download on iTunes

“How Not To” Dan + Shay – download on iTunes

“If He Ain’t Gonna Love You” Jake Owen – download on iTunes

“Our Town” Tyler Farr – download on iTunes

“Rebound” Drew Baldridge – download on iTunes

“Star of the Show” Thomas Rhett – download on iTunes

“Yeah Boy” Kelsea Ballerini – download on iTunes

Lauren Alaina To Make Film Debut in Road Less Traveled

Rising star Lauren Alaina is taking her new single, “Road Less Traveled,” to the big screen! Starring Lauren and produced by Marvista Entertainment, production on Road Less Traveled started last week in Knoxville, TN.

The main character of the film, “Charlotte,” will be played by Lauren Alaina, and tells the story of an artist who is in the midst of getting married and pursuing a songwriting career in Los Angeles. Looking for answers, the character finds herself back in her hometown of Harmony, TN where she also finds high school sweetheart.

“I am so excited to be doing a movie,” Lauren tells Billboard. “This is a whole new world for me. I’m learning so much every day. We have such an awesome cast and crew and I can’t wait for everyone to see this new side of me.”

While the Road Less Traveled movie is still under production, fans can enjoy the new single at country radio. Call in and request the Top 25 and climbing single at your local country radio station, and add “Road Less Traveled” to your country music playlist by grabbing a copy on iTunes.

Stay connected with Lauren Alaina and visit her Official Website, and follow her on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Thomas Rhett and Friends Raise Over $250K for “147 Million Orphans”

Earlier this week Thomas Rhett and his wife Lauren brought a cause that is near and dear to their hearts to the forefront in Nashville. With his first-ever charity concert event, over $250,000 was raised to benefit the 147 Million Orphans organization. Billed as Thomas Rhett & Friends, the intimate evening included performances by Rhett, country superstar Dierks Bentley, and a songwriters round featuring Russell Dickerson, Walker Hayes and Shane McAnally. Additionally, a special surprise appearance was made by Florida Georgia Line.

“Last night was an unreal experience for me and Lauren, to see our hometown, as well as people from all over the country, coming together to support something that’s so important to us,” said Thomas Rhett. “Tuesday nights are like Saturday nights to artists, so I want to be sure to thank Dierks, Brian and Tyler, Shane, Walker and Russell for giving up part of their weekends to make it such a special night, and help us raise money and awareness for this amazing cause.”

Learn more about the 147 Million Orphans cause by visiting 147millionorphans.org.

Luke Combs Signs Deal with River House Artists and Sony Music Nashville’s Columbia Nashville

New emerging artist Luke Combs is set to take country music and country radio by storm. In addition to the release of his new single “Hurricane,” Combs has signed a joint venture deal with Sony Music Nashville’s Columbia Nashville and River House Artists.

“Hurricane” has already been quickly embraced by fans and will be included on his upcoming full length album, This One’s For You.

Luke Combs is definitely one to keep your ears tuned in and eyes on! Learn more about the talented artist by visiting his Official Website, and follow him on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram!

Jana Kramer Delivered Impressive Routine To The Beatles on Week Four of Dancing With The Stars

Jana Kramer foxtrotted her way through week four of the competition on Dancing with the Stars and is SAFE for another week! It was Cirque du Soleil night for the remaining couples and Kramer was given the theme of Cirque’s Beatles Love.

Channeling her inner Beatles, Kramer and partner Gleb Savchenko performed their routine to the iconic group’s “Here Comes The Sun.” The results show included a double elimination this week where Kramer landed in jeopardy. But with fan’s votes, along with Jana and Gleb’s score of a 23/40, the couple is safe for another week!

Both Jana Kramer and Calvin Johnson Jr. are sixth on the leaderboard at this time. Be sure to tune in to Dancing with the Stars on Monday, October 10, and watch Kramer perform. Also be sure to vote for Jana to help keep her in the competition!