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In a new interview with People, Megan Moroney revealed that she is currently working on new music, and expressed her desire to collaborate with Olivia Rodrigo. "I am definitely in the studio working on the next album," says the 27-year-old country star. "I'm giving myself a few more months to write some more songs, but it feels lighter and a little more carefree than my other albums." Moroney is also exploring different sounds on her new project. “I'm excited to be experimenting, even though I got the same producer and I'm working with a lot of the same songwriters," she says. "It's just been fun to be like, 'Okay, what have we not really done yet, and what's still on brand, but new and fresh?" But she insists that the new songs are “more me than ever." Moroney also admits that Olivia Rodrigo is at the top of her list of dream collaborators, adding, "I would imagine that [our song] would lean sad and angry. I think we would crush an idea like that." (People)

On Thursday (June 12), Tyler Childers announced the details of his new album, Snipe Hunter, which is produced by music legend Rick Rubin, and will be released on July 25th. The alt-country star also released the lead single from the project, “Nose on the Grindstone,” along with a James Mackel-directed music video. This marks Childers’ eighth studio album, and follows his successful 2023 release, Rustin’ in the Rain, which peaked at No. 10 on the all-genre Billboard 200, and featured the Grammy-nominated single, "In Your Love,” which was the singer's first Top 10 hit on the Hot Country Songs chart. The personal and reflective “Nose on the Grindstone” has been a fan-favorite since Childers first began performing it live in 2017. He will support Snipe Hunter with a series of festival appearances and headlining dates throughout the U.S. this summer and fall, including performances at the iconic Hollywood Bowl and a two-night stand at Nashville’s GEODIS Park on October 10-11. (Consequence of Sound)

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During her recent guest appearance on Taste of Country Nights, Ella Langley revealed a comprehensive list of her backstage must-have snacks and drinks. The country star said her preferences include, "Cheeze-Its, Heath Bars, Smart Water, Red Bull, tequila, whiskey, for sure — I drink tequila and my band drinks whiskey." Langley then admitted that she does dip into the whiskey on occasion, adding "Sometimes if I feel a little under the weather, I'll take a shot of whiskey." When host Evan Paul praised Langley on her Heath Bar selection, the singer enthused, “You ever had one out of the freezer? Oh my God, I can eat ten of them things, like the mini ones, they're the perfect size." Following her breakout success at the 2025 ACM Awards, where she took home five awards, Langley is currently on her Still Hungover Tour, and is set to join Riley Green on his Damn Country Music Tour, and play some high-profile opening dates on Morgan Wallen's upcoming I'm the Problem Tour. (Taste of Country)

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Hudson Westbrook was pleasantly surprised during his Chevy Riverfront Stage performance at CMA Fest 2025 on Thursday (June 5), when his label-mate Austin Snell extended the rising country star an invitation to make his Grand Ole Opry debut. “I'm not trying to ruin your show or nothing, but I'm here to sing your praises a little bit right now,” Snell said as he briefly interrupted Westbrook’s set. “Have you ever heard of the Grand Ole Opry? So on behalf of the Grand Ole Opry and all these people out here today, we would like to invite you to make your debut on July 22nd. Let's go!” Westbrook will step inside the Opry’s circle alongside fellow performers Henry Cho and Tigirlily Gold. The momentous occasion will take place days before the release of Westbrook’s debut album, Texas Forever, on Friday (July 25). During his CMA Fest set, Westbrook delighted fans with a spirited cover of Taylor Swift's "You Belong with Me," alongside crowd favorites like "House Again," "Sober," and "Weatherman." (Holler)

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On Monday (June 9), Zach Top took to Instagram to finally announce the details of his long-teased upcoming album, Ain't In It For My Health, which is set to be released on August 29. “The subtle hints and cryptic announcements are over,” Top captioned his post, which also featured the cover art of his just-released new single. “Your new favorite summer banger, “Good Times & Tan Lines,” is out now! And if that’s not enough, my second record, ‘Ain’t In It For My Health,’ will be out 8/29.” Top surprise released his new single, “Good Times & Tan Lines,” after making his main-stage Nissan Stadium debut at CMA Fest 2025 over the weekend. Top also has been teasing another new single, “Flip Flop,” which continues the laid back, easygoing country vibes of his Jimmy Buffett-inspired 2023 single, “Busy Doin’ Nothin.’” Fans can pre-order and pre-save Ain’t In It For My Health starting on June 13. (Holler)