There are countless ways to find new music with radio, streaming services, physical albums, and more. So it’s no question that, these days, country music fans have a plethora of music waiting to be heard right at their fingertips. With such a variety of tunes to navigate through, Charted is serving listeners everywhere with its weekly On The Radar series, which highlights and showcases new music each week so you don’t have to.
Here are 6 fresh songs to add to your playlist:
“Footprints” — Ingrid Andress
Ingrid Andress sure knows how to tug on the heartstrings with her true-to-life, relatable lyrics, and she does just that with her newest track titled “Footsteps.” The tender ballad finds the country music artist looking through the eyes of an older sister as she prepares the way for her younger siblings, giving them a soft place to land.
“This song means so much to me that I didn’t think I’d ever put it out, and now it resonates with me even more than when I wrote it,” Andress shared in a statement. “I was the first sibling to venture out on my own and pursue my dreams, and I think it’s my role as an older sister to encourage them to do the same. I want them to learn from my mistakes and to know that you can mess up and still keep moving forward. It doesn’t feel great to fail, but it can end up making you stronger.”
“Footsteps” comes ahead of Andress’s upcoming show at the Grand Ole Opry and is the first taste of new music since her recent redeeming National Anthem performance ahead of a Colorado Avalanche hockey game. The track also follows Andress’s 2022 album, Good Person.
Stream Ingrid Andress’s “Footprints” HERE.
“Options” — Cameron Whitcomb
Cameron Whitcomb stares down his vices with a new sense of freedom in the acoustic-driven track “Options.” Co-written by Whitcomb alongside Jack Riley, Cal Shapiro, and Nolan Sipe, “Options” continues to showcase Whitcomb’s transparency regarding his struggle with addiction. Although tempted by his desires, the fast-picking track, which follows“Hundred Mile High,” has Whitcomb making clear that coming face to face with death has brought him a new perspective. The Canadian singer/songwriter is glad to be in control of his temptations and has the option to choose to say no.
Fans can hear Whitcomb perform “Options” live as he takes the road for his Hundred Mile High Tour on March 13.
Stream Cameron Whitcomb’s “Options” HERE.
“No I Ain’t” — Caylee Hammack
Caylee Hammack’s catalog is brimming with songs that need to be heard, and one of them is the highly relatable track called “No I Ain’t.” Anyone who has been torn between holding onto a toxic romance or letting go is bound to connect with Hammack’s lyrics. Her fluttering vibrato soars over acoustic instruments as she puts her foot down to a lover singing,“No, I ain’t, no, I ain’t comin’ over tonight / No, I ain’t, no, I ain’t comin’ over.”
In an interview with Billboard, Hammack opened up about the song, saying, “I just kind of wrote it from personal experience. I wanted one song that I could sing back to myself or that someone could sing to themselves, where if you’re not strong enough right now to make the decision to love yourself more, that this can be a mantra to choose what is best for you. ‘I’m putting barbed wire around my boundaries,’ meaning I’m going to protect myself.”
Hammack recently dropped a “Live From VEVO Studios” version of “No I Ain’t” along with the track “Tumbleweed Men.” Both tunes are included on her recently released sophomore album Bed of Roses — the companion to her romance novel of the same name.
Stream Caylee Hammack’s “No I Ain’t” HERE.
“ALWAYS BE US” — David J & Frawley
After showcasing their effortless vocal chemistry on the viral duet “AFTER WE BROKE UP,” David J and Frawley return with another standout collaboration called “ALWAYS BE US.” Co-written by the pair alongside Sean Dunbar and Evanthia Theodorou and produced by Danny Magic, “ALWAYS BE US” highlights the kind of love that stands the test of time. David J and Frawley take turns singing a verse while sharing a message that no matter what relationships come their way, they always find their way back to each other.
“We did the breakup song last time, so I feel like we owed it to the fans who kept asking us to collaborate again,” David J shared in a press release of the track, which showcases a different lyrical side of the singers.
Stream David J & Frawley’s “ALWAYS BE US” HERE.
“Next Chapter” — Haley Mae Campbell
Haley Mae Campbell’s jubilant vocals shine bright on her newest track “Next Chapter.” The cut from her debut album, Dear Life, features a sunny pop/country sound with a Celtic tinge. But, it’s the energy of Campbell’s effortless, crisp vocals that sets her apart from the current crop of female country artists.
Telling the story of a blissful romance, Campbell sings: “Yeah, we met at a dive somewhere on Bleeker Street / When my green met his brown eyes, that’s when he smiled at me / Talked until that bar was closing / First date at Cannery Ballroom, kissing in confetti / Staying up late just to call him, falling already / And I just wanna keep going.”
With effervescent lyrics about catching sparks and a melody that’s comparable to 90s country songs like Faith Hill’s “This Kiss” or early Taylor Swift’s “Love Story,” “Next Chapter” is not only radio-ready but also a strong contender to be in the rotation of any summer playlist.
Stream Haley Mae Campbell’s “Next Chapter” HERE.
“SOMEDAY” — Angel White
Angel White, born Khalil Hall, has released his Ghost of the West: The Album, the follow-up to Ghost Of The West: Volume I. Out via Wyatt Road Records, the collection features 15 tracks, including a standout tune called “SOMEDAY.”
Featuring a motivational message, “SOMEDAY” is an uplifting ode to anyone who hasn’t found their way yet but wishes to do so. Angel, a 5th generation Texas cowboy, beekeeper, and rancher, showcases his authenticity within the lyrics of the infectious track as an artist who has continued to stay close to his roots while pursuing his dreams.
“Stop and start again/ It ain’t over yet, you’ll find a way my friend, someday,” White sings over simple yet pleasant percussion and a laid-back country melody that offers a vintage feel. “You might get lost, but you’ll find your way someday.”
Stream Angel White’s “SOMEDAY” HERE.
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