Kelsea Ballerini, Scotty McCreery, Callista Clark & More

This week’s new country music features Kelsea Ballerini’s heartfelt track, collaborations from Callista Clark with Scotty McCreery, and Jett Holden with Cassadee Pope, as well as fresh music from Randall King.

Kelsea Ballerini, “Sorry Mom”

Kelsea Ballerini introduces her upcoming album, Patterns, with “Sorry Mom.” The track opens with a warm acoustic guitar, setting the tone for this mid-tempo, pop-influenced reflection. Ballerini’s candid lyrics explore her youthful indiscretions, including dropping out of college and prioritizing her career over family. She acknowledges these choices may have worried her mother, but emphasizes how they shaped her into a confident and decisive woman.

Randall King, “I Could Be That Rain”

Randall King’s “I Could Be That Rain,” from his sophomore album Into the Neon, showcases his neo-traditionalist country roots. This track expresses his longing to rekindle a past romance, blending his Texan twang with a polished production. Written by Brian Fuller and Mason Thornley, it marks King’s debut single at country radio and positions him among today’s notable artists like Cody Johnson.

Jett Holden feat. Cassadee Pope, “Karma”

Jett Holden’s “Karma,” featuring Cassadee Pope, is a powerful rock-infused rebuke of a deceitful lover. The track is part of Holden’s debut album The Phoenix, released by Black Opry Records. Their voices blend seamlessly with searing rock guitars, delivering a defiant message of betrayal and resilience.

Kayley Green, “Shadow of a Cowboy”

Kayley Green, known for her performances in downtown Nashville, presents “Shadow of a Cowboy,” a sophisticated break-up song. The track, co-written with Jon Nite, Ross Copperman, and Ben Williams, critiques an unreliable lover. Green’s strong soprano is supported by subtle percussion and guitars, culminating in a striking chorus.

Scotty McCreery and Callista Clark, “Gettin’ Old”

Scotty McCreery and Callista Clark team up for “Gettin’ Old,” a pensive song about a deteriorating relationship. McCreery’s deep voice pairs beautifully with Clark’s sleek vocals, capturing the sorrow and remnants of hope in their predicament. Clark co-wrote this melancholic track with Averie Bielski and Karen Kosowski.

Will Moseley, “I Don’t Want to Fight No More”

American Idol alum Will Moseley brings emotional depth to “I Don’t Want to Fight No More.” Penned by Alex Maxwell, Dawson Edwards, and Kameron Marlowe, this Southern rock-tinged song delves into relational tensions. Moseley’s expressive vocal performance makes this an ideal anthem for anyone experiencing heartbreak and conflict.

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