Americana releases, week 41

This week's Americana highlights include Taylor Swift's 'Patient Zero' claiming the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100, alongside new releases from Sheryl Crow, Lainey Wilson, and Laura Cortese. Notable collaborations emerge, such as Steve Martin and Del McCoury's bluegrass take on Lil Nas X's 'Old Town Road,' and Brandi Carlile joining Alanis Morissette for a holiday album. Posthumous and reissued works also draw attention, including Todd Snider's 'My Second Rodeo' and an expanded edition of Wilco and Billy Bragg's Mermaid Avenue. Additional coverage features new soundtracks, deep cuts, and reflections on enduring songs from artists like Tom Waits, Bruce Springsteen, and Willie Nelson.

1. 01

   Taylor Swift, ADÉLA, Tinashe, Kenny Chesney

   Taylor Swift's 'Patient Zero' Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard Hot 100

   Oct 7 · 6 outlets

2. 02

   Alanis Morissette, Brandi Carlile, Martin Short, Steve Martin

   Alanis Morissette Announces First Holiday Album Featuring Brandi Carlile, Steve Martin, and Martin Short

   Oct 11 · 7 outlets

3. 03

   Lil Nas X, Steve Martin, Alison Brown, Dan Tyminski, The Del McCoury Band

   Steve Martin, Alison Brown, Dan Tyminski, and Del McCoury cover Lil Nas X's 'Old Town Road' in bluegrass style

   Oct 9 · 6 outlets

4. 04

   Fontaines D.C., Westside Cowboy, Iceage

   Fontaines D.C. announce 2027 North American tour with support from Westside Cowboy and Iceage

   Oct 5 · 6 outlets

5. 05

   Sheryl Crow

   Sheryl Crow Announces New Album 'Pick You Up'

   Oct 9 · 3 outlets

6. 06

   Lainey Wilson

   Lainey Wilson Shares Lyrics and Meaning Behind 'Kinda Love It'

   Oct 9 · 3 outlets

7. 07

   Ella Langley, Taylor Swift

   Taylor Swift's 'Patient Zero' Tops Billboard Hot 100, Dethroning Ella Langley's 'Choosin' Texas'

   Oct 8 · 3 outlets

8. 08

   Tinashe, Beyoncé

   Tinashe announces 'Popstar' album debut and showcases new single

   Oct 8 · 2 outlets

9. 09

   Jennifer Nettles, Carter Faith, Margo Price, Carly Pearce

   Jennifer Nettles and Others Lead Soundtrack for Netflix Film 'Heartland'

   Oct 7 · 3 outlets

10. 10

    Todd Snider

    Todd Snider's posthumous album 'My Second Rodeo' released

    Oct 9 · 2 outlets

11. 11

    Billy Bragg, Wilco

    Wilco and Billy Bragg's Mermaid Avenue Gets Expanded Deluxe Release

    Oct 8 · 2 outlets

12. 12

    Laura Cortese

    Laura Cortese announces 'Lucky Water'

    Oct 7 · 2 outlets

13. 13

    Bonnie “Prince” Billy

    Bonnie Prince Billy Released “Wolfroy Goes To Town” 25 Years Ago Today

    Oct 5 · 2 outlets

14. 14

    Dolly Parton, Kacey Musgraves

    The Dolly Parton Classic That Kacey Musgraves Says She May Never Sing Again

    Oct 11 · 1 outlet

15. 15

    Shania Twain, The Milk Carton Kids, Milk Carton Kids

    Something for the weekend: Shania Twain featuring the Milk Carton Kids “Who Do You Love”

    Oct 9 · 1 outlet

16. 16

    Tom Waits

    Deep Cut Friday: “Red Shoes by the Drugstore” by Tom Waits

    Oct 9 · 1 outlet

17. 17

    Buddy Miller

    A Conversation With Buddy Miller

    Oct 9 · 1 outlet

18. 18

    Robert Plant

    Robert Plant – Saving Grace: All That Glitters… (EP)

    Oct 9 · 1 outlet

19. 19

    John Mellencamp

    On This Day in 1982, John Mellencamp Hit No. 1 With a Classic Inspired by His Small Hometown and Devoted Fans

    Oct 8 · 1 outlet

20. 20

    Bad Bunny, Carin León, Gloria Estefan

    Billboard Español TV Launches New Original Series Featuring Bad Bunny, Carín León, Gloria Estefan & More

    Oct 8 · 1 outlet

21. 21

    Todd Snider

    REVIEW: The Sound of Country Music Ten Years from Now? Todd Snider “My Second Rodeo”

    Oct 8 · 1 outlet

22. 22

    Bruce Springsteen

    Il était une fois : " The Ghost of Tom Joad " de Bruce Springsteen

    Oct 8 · 1 outlet

23. 23

    Brandi Carlile

    ‘Ted Lasso’ Closes Out Season Four With Special Brandi Carlile Theme Song

    Oct 7 · 1 outlet

24. 24

    Hiss Golden Messenger

    Hiss Golden Messenger Released “Heart Like A Levee” 10 Years Ago Today

    Oct 7 · 1 outlet

25. 25

    Bill Callahan

    Bill Callahan

    Oct 6 · 1 outlet

26. 26

    Willie Nelson, Elvis Presley, Bob Dylan

    On This Day in 1947, the King of Singing Cowboys Released a Christmas Classic That Has Been Covered by Willie Nelson, Elvis Presley, and Bob Dylan

    Oct 6 · 1 outlet

27. 27

    Beyoncé

    Le tube qui a lancé Beyoncé en solo entre au club du milliard de vues

    Oct 6 · 1 outlet

28. 28

    Willie Nelson, Roy Acuff, Hank Williams

    51 Years Ago, Willie Nelson Earned His First No. 1 Hit With a Classic Tearjerker Previously Recorded by Roy Acuff and Hank Williams

    Oct 5 · 1 outlet

29. 29

    American Music Club

    American Music Club Released “Everclear” 35 Years Ago Today

    Oct 5 · 1 outlet

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