Contemporary country releases, week 43

This week in contemporary country music, new releases and reflections highlight a rich tapestry of voices and stories. Kacey Musgraves unveils the second volume of her 'Middle of Nowhere' series, while Taylor Swift continues her reign at the top of the charts and celebrates two decades in music. Collaborations emerge between Bailey Zimmerman and Stella Lefty, and Max McNown teams up with Carly Pearce on a new duet, adding fresh energy to the genre. Meanwhile, archival moments and personal recollections from artists like Dolly Parton, Eric Church, and Tanya Tucker underscore the enduring legacy shaping today’s country landscape.

1. 01

   Kacey Musgraves, John Mayer, LiSA, MILEY

   Kacey Musgraves Announces 'Middle of Nowhere Vol. 2: Tex Mex Tapes'

   Oct 23 · 8 outlets

2. 02

   Bad Wolves, Dolly Parton

   Bad Wolves Release New Version of 'Jolene' Featuring Dolly Parton's Vocals

   Oct 24 · 6 outlets

3. 03

   Taylor Swift

   Taylor Swift's Debut Album Turns 20

   Oct 24 · 5 outlets

4. 04

   Taylor Swift

   Taylor Swift's 'Showgirl' Spends 15th Week at No. 1 on Billboard 200

   Oct 20 · 2 outlets

5. 05

   Bailey Zimmerman, STELLA LEFTY

   Bailey Zimmerman and Stella Lefty Announce Collaboration

   Oct 23 · 2 outlets

6. 06

   Bella Kay, Megan Moroney, MILEY

   Megan Moroney's 'Say When' Featured on 'Nobody Wants This' Season 3 Soundtrack

   Oct 23 · 2 outlets

7. 07

   Dolly Parton

   Dolly Parton's 'Coat of Many Colors' drew on her hard childhood

   Oct 21 · 2 outlets

8. 08

   Eric Church

   Eric Church Reveals Which Of His Albums Is His Favorite

   Oct 20 · 2 outlets

9. 09

   John Anderson, William Lee Golden, Tanya Tucker

   Tanya Tucker Took John Anderson’s Last Known Photo Just Days Before His Death, William Lee Golden Says

   Oct 25 · 1 outlet

10. 10

    Brooks & Dunn

    Brooks & Dunn announce new album, their first since 2007

    Oct 27 · 3 outlets

11. 11

    Blake Shelton, Rory Lee Feek

    Remember When Rory Feek Wrote a Song for Blake Shelton in the 2000s?

    Oct 25 · 1 outlet

12. 12

    Eric Church

    Eric Church’s Wife Had to Convince Him to Record What Became One of His Biggest Hits in 2019

    Oct 23 · 1 outlet

13. 13

    Carly Pearce, Max McNown

    Max McNown Enlists Carly Pearce for Romantic New Duet “Not Falling Out” (Exclusive)

    Oct 23 · 1 outlet

14. 14

    Scotty McCreery

    Chart Rewind: In 2011, Scotty McCreery’s Debut Album Made Him a ‘Clear’ Country Favorite

    Oct 22 · 1 outlet

15. 15

    Luke Combs

    Luke Combs Just Extended One of the Most Impressive Streaks in Country Music

    Oct 21 · 1 outlet

16. 16

    Toby Keith

    Toby Keith Only Intended for This Top 10 Hit to Be Played at a Funeral

    Oct 21 · 1 outlet

17. 17

    Randy Rogers Band, Miranda Lambert, Marc Scibilia

    Signed: Randy Rogers Band Inks With Miranda Lambert’s Big Loud Texas; Marc Scibilia Flies With Concord

    Oct 20 · 1 outlet

18. 18

    Luke Combs

    On This Day in 2023, Luke Combs Hit No. 1 With a Cover That Helped a Folk Legend Make Country Music History

    Oct 19 · 1 outlet

19. 19

    Alan Jackson

    28 Years Ago Today, Alan Jackson Released the Frothy Love Song That Became His 16th No. 1 Hit

    Oct 19 · 1 outlet

20. 20

    Marty Stuart, Vince Gill

    Album Review – Vince Gill (and Marty Stuart) – “Marty And Me”

    Oct 19 · 1 outlet

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