Morgan Wade Album Release Party and Performance at the Gibson Garage Nashville, Wednesday, July 30

Synonymous with music culture, Gibson continues to shape sound across generations and genres of music for over a century, becoming one of the most relevant, played, and loved music brands around the world. The Gibson Garage Nashville, its global flagship store, is located at 209 10th Avenue South in the heart of Music City, Nashville, and is the ultimate guitar experience and destination for music lovers where you can catch live performances from music icons, as well as emerging Gibson artists, all from its state-of-the-art stage.

 

WHO: On Wednesday, July 30, singer-songwriter Morgan Wade will stop by the Gibson Garage Nashville for a special in-store performance and album release party for her forthcoming brand new album The Party Is Over (recovered)set for release worldwide August 1

 

WHAT:  4:00 PM Morgan Wade – Album release party and in-store performance; event is free and open to the public.

 

WHEN: WEDNESDAY, JULY 30

  

WHERE: GIBSON GARAGE NASHVILLE

     (209 10th Avenue South, STE 209 Nashville, TN 37203)

 

 

*Media are invited to attend the performance at the Gibson Garage. Interview requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis. RSVP is a must for entry as space is limited.

 

MORGAN WADE:

 

Morgan Wade has never been one to mince words or play coy, a fact that she underscores repeatedly on her new album The Party Is Over (recovered)set for release worldwide August 1. 

 

The follow-up to 2024’s acclaimed Obsessed, Wade continues the intense exploration of her psyche’s recesses across 11 songs that she again wrote solo. As ever, the results are thrilling. The album’s title track, “The Party Is Over”one of Wade’s older songs–is a crashing anthem about attraction that lingers long after the intoxicants wear off, while the lead single, “East Coast,” takes those fixations to an extreme in its depiction of a relationship that pushes someone to the edge

 

As the project’s title notes, a handful of the songs date back to before Wade signed her major-label deal and have been “recovered” here with all-new versions. Wade’s longtime collaborator and touring bandmate, Clint Wells, produced the album, finding the right shades to complement Wade’s fearless tales of dangerous attraction, unrequited love, and bad decisions.

 

“High in Your Apartment” offers a searing account of a loveless hookup amid a troubled sea of guitar noise, and the album-closing “Hardwood Floor” chronicles a woman’s agonizing struggle to become a mother.

 

Wade does all of this while moving through musical styles with ease. She sounds perfectly at home on guitar-heavy tunes like twang-punk scorcher “Candy from Strangers” and the stormy grunge number “Songs I Won’t Remember,” but she’s equally capable of delivering tenderness and vulnerability, as with the swirling R&B in “Parking Garage” or acoustic strums of “Stay.”

 

What’s more, she does all of it while sounding like no one else and speaking her mind. The Party Is Over (recovered), which connects Wade’s past and present, shows she hasn’t lost an ounce of her dedication to shining a light into the dark places where the truth hides out.

 

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Hudson Westbrook Makes Emotional Debut At The Grand Ole Opry

Hudson Westbrook made an impressive Grand Ole Opry debut on Tuesday night (July 22), delivering a three-song set that earned the 20-year-old rising country star a standing ovation. The Texas native captivated listeners with “Take Your Time,” the emotionally charged “Sober,” and his current country radio single, “House Again.” “It was one of the great honors of my life,” Westbrook shared following the performance. “To perform in the Circle and become part of the 100-year history of the Opry was surreal.” Westbrook admitted at the start of his set, “I’m a little nervous,” before realizing, “There’s no reason to be nervous, I’m in the Circle.” The Opry shared the emotional moment on TikTok, captioning the post, “If you’re nervous, you know it means something, @Hudson Westbrook  Congrats on your Opry debut!”  Following a breakthrough year highlighted by the viral success of “Take It Slow” and chart-topping single “Two Way Drive,” Westbrook is set to release his debut album, Texas Forever, on July 25. (All Country News)

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The Oak Ridge Boys Announce 2025 'American Made Christmas Tour'

For more than three decades, GRAMMY® Award winners and Country Music Hall of Fame inductees The Oak Ridge Boys have brought one of the most beloved Christmas shows in country music to audiences across the nation. This year, they’re excited to announce that their ‘American Made Christmas Tour’ will return for a limited run of holiday performances in select cities. Offering fans another chance to experience the magic of the season, this year’s musical celebration will feature breathtaking visuals, falling snow, and beautifully decorated Christmas trees, creating a picture-perfect setting for a night of festive joy. The group will deliver a heartwarming mix of traditional and contemporary holiday favorites, along with some of their most iconic hits. Fans can also expect cherished selections from their seven bestselling Christmas albums. Don’t miss this unforgettable, family-friendly holiday tradition that promises to inspire, entertain, and create memories to last a lifetime.

 

“Christmas time has always been our favorite time of year,” shares Duane Allen. “Getting to see everyone during the holidays, singing our favorite Christmas songs, both traditional and new, is something I look forward to all year long. Come on out and see us if you can.”

The Oak Ridge Boys ‘American Made Christmas Tour’ Dates Include:
DEC 04 - Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall / Sarasota, Fla.
DEC 05 - Anderson Music Hall / Hiawassee, Ga.
DEC 07 - Niswonger Performing Arts Center / Greeneville, Tenn.
DEC 11 - The Grand Theater / Wausau, Wis.
DEC 12 - Medina Entertainment Center / Medina, Minn.

DEC 13 - Crystal Grand Music Theatre / Wisconsin Dells, Wis.

DEC 18 - Honeywell Center - Ford Theater / Wabash, Ind.
DEC 19 - Canton Palace Theatre / Canton, Ohio

DEC 20 - Midland Center For The Arts / Midland, Mich.

 

For a complete list of upcoming Oak Ridge Boys tour dates, visit oakridgeboys.com.

 

The Oak Ridge Boys are also proud to announce their recent win at the 46th Annual Telly Awards for their music video “Come On Home,” featuring William Lee Golden on lead vocals, new group member Ben James as the main character, along with Brenda Fielder and Country Music Hall of Famer Jimmy Fortune as Ben’s parents. Directed by Brandon Wood/IndieBling and premiered online by Whiskey Riff, the video was primarily filmed at the home of William Lee Golden and beautifully highlights The Oak Ridge Boys’ enduring connection to faith, family, and tradition. “Come On Home” is a heartfelt tribute to the comfort of home and the unconditional love of a mother—a reminder that no matter where life takes you, you’re always welcome back. This marks the group’s fourth Telly Award, having previously won in 2009, 2010, and 2012.

 

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Megan Moroney Shares Empowering Message About Personal Meaning Behind Her Song, “Girl In The Mirror”

During Megan Moroney’s Am I Okay? Tour stop at the Eagles Ballroom in Milwaukee on July 17, the country star shared an empowering message behind her fan-favorite song, “Girl In The Mirror.” Moroney called the track, which she co-wrote with Jessie Jo Dillon and Matt Jenkins, “one of my favourite songs I’ve ever written.” She then went on to reflect on the track's significance in her personal journey and her evolution in understanding self-love. “I wrote it as a reminder to never love the boy more than I love me,” Moroney shared with the crowd, as they screamed their support. “At the time when I wrote this song, I used to think that being strong meant sticking with him and, now that I’m a little older, I realise that the strength is in walking away as soon as you know you deserve better.” Despite her reputation for writing heartbreak songs, Moroney's latest music, such as "6 Months Later," promises a more optimistic outlook on life and love. (Holler)

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Bailey Zimmerman And The Kid LAROI Join Together On Forthcoming New Collaboration, “Lost”

Bailey Zimmerman has become known for prolific collaborations that add a contemporary twist to country music, working with artists like BigXthaPlug, Jessie Murph, Luke Combs, Diplo, The Jonas Brothers, Dermot Kennedy, and more. Zimmerman is now getting set to release a new duet titled “Lost” with pop sensation The Kid LAROI. A TikTok clip of the duo in Las Vegas filming a music video together has sparked excitement among fans, with official ASCAP listings confirming the existence of the collaboration. The song is written by Rodney Clawson, Charlton Kenneth Jeffrey Howard (The Kid LAROI's real name), Ryan Hurd, Michael Lotten, and Billy Walsh, and is expected to be included on Zimmerman's upcoming album, Different Night Same Rodeo, which is due out on August 8. While an official release date has yet to be revealed, fans of both artists are eagerly anticipating the arrival of “Lost” sometime before Zimmerman’s new album drops. (Holler)

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