Each week, the team at Countrytown finds the best new country songs to add to our weekly playlist, The Country Drop. Here's our picks released this week, September 4, 2026.

From paddle steamer gigs, to outback stages and desert light shows, we've curated a selection of Australia's most unique regional festival experiences.

Ballerini, who became a member of the Grand Ole Opry in 2019, came to Lefty’s defence, urging country music fans to “celebrate music like the Opry does.”

Nathan Lamont, Georgia Corowa, and Joey Leigh Wagtail will participate in the showcase, 'Country Calling.'

Denvah is having a breakout year and is expected to release her debut album in 2027.

Who is playing CMC Rocks 2027? Countrytown breaks down reader predictions and tour dates for the huge 20th-anniversary celebrations.

As the song is Evans’ ode to Australia, it’s only fitting that the accompanying music video pays tribute to the land he loves so dearly.

The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce confirmed that Parton’s star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame would be replaced.

Canadian artist Jade Eagleson and rising Australian country star Tyla Rodrigues lead the initiative.