For Max McNown, a breakout career has brought plenty of momentum—and a growing appreciation for the people who make slowing down worthwhile. The rising country-folk artist releases his third studio album, Leave On A Light, via Fugitive Recordings. Across 17 tracks, including,Slow Down, Slow Down, McNown turns the whirlwind of …

Sometimes the best country songs begin with a real love story. For Jet Jurgensmeyer’s “Sane to My Crazy,” that inspiration came from co-writer David Seger and his wife, Kathi. During a writing session with Jurgensmeyer and Ericca Latza, Seger shared how their relationship works: he’s the dreamer and musician, while …

NASHVILLE – This week’s Nashville Pick is from Rachel Summers.  In a city built on storytelling, sometimes the most meaningful place a songwriter can go is the truth they’ve been holding back. Nashville-based independent artist Rachel Summers explores that territory on “Honesty,” her 2026 release about letting down your guard …