Jerry Holthouse

Music editor for Nashville.com. Jerry Holthouse is a content writer, songwriter and a graphic designer. He owns and runs Holthouse Creative, a full service creative agency. He is an avid outdoorsman and a lover of everything music. You can contact him at JerryHolthouse@Nashville.com

Daniel Grindstaff Releases New Single Featuring Marty Stuart

World-class banjo master Daniel Grindstaff has unveiled his latest single, “The Death of John Henry,” now available on all streaming platforms and digital retailers. The powerful new track features none other than Country Music Hall of Famer and Grammy Award-winner Marty Stuart, who brings his unmistakable mandolin to the timeless …

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LISTEN: HARDY’s “Dog Years”

WATCH: HARDY's "Six Feet Under"

Superstar HARDY has officially delivered one of his most requested songs. Today, the hitmaker shares “Dog Years,” a long-awaited fan favorite set to appear on his upcoming album COUNTRY! COUNTRY!, due out Friday, September 26 via Big Loud. Written more than a decade ago before HARDY had even signed his …

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Joe Hermes Unleashes Rowdy New Video “A Honky Tonk Feelin’”

Joe Hermes Unleashes Rowdy New Video “A Honky Tonk Feelin’”

Rising country rocker Joe Hermes is turning up the volume with his brand-new video for “A Honky Tonk Feelin’.” The high-energy release captures the spirit of those nights when an ordinary after-work beer turns into a full-blown party. “‘A Honky Tonk Feelin’’ captures those times when an average after work …

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Gary Brewer Signs With Pinecastle Records

Pinecastle Records has officially signed acclaimed Bluegrass and Roots music veteran Gary Brewer, marking the next chapter in his storied career. The Kentucky native, along with his world-class band The Kentucky Ramblers, will release a brand-new studio album in 2026, with the project’s lead single arriving later this year. “I …

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Niko Moon Releases American Palm Deluxe Album

Niko Moon Releases American Palm Deluxe Album

Niko Moon is keeping the summer good-time vibes alive with the surprise release of AMERICAN PALM Deluxe, out now via EMPIRE. The expanded edition of what many fans have dubbed the album of the summer adds two new tracks, including the breezy and uplifting “BREATHE.” The deluxe follows the success …

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Nashville Mourns The Loss HOF Songwriter Brett James

Nashville Mourns The Loss HOF Songwriter Brett James

The songwriting community is mourning the loss of Brett James, the Grammy-winning writer behind dozens of country hits, who died Thursday (Sept. 18) in a small plane crash near Franklin, North Carolina. He was 57. According to authorities, the aircraft—a Cirrus SR22T registered under his legal name, Brett James Cornelius—departed …

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Lauren Watkins Announces Her Second Full-Length Album

Big Loud Records / Songs & Daughters artist Lauren Watkins is gearing up to release her second full-length album, In A Perfect World, on October 10. The 10-track collection finds the rising songstress balancing the fast-paced life of arena tours with the grounding simplicity of building a home with her …

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Trisha Yearwood Announces New Holiday Album

Trisha Yearwood Announces Star-Studded Lineup for Benefit

Following the success of her songwriting project The Mirror, multi-platinum, award-winning artist Trisha Yearwood is ushering in the holiday season with her new album, Christmastime, arriving November 7, 2025, via Virgin Music Group and Gwendolyn Records. Produced by Grammy winner Don Was with lush arrangements from legendary composer David Campbell, …

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PEDIGREE Foundation to Host Annual “Dogtober” At 3rd & Lindsley

PEDIGREE Foundation to Host Annual “Dogtober” At 3rd & Lindsley

Some of Nashville’s most beloved singer-songwriters are coming together to make a difference for dogs in need. PEDIGREE Foundation has announced its annual “Dogtober” Writers Round, set for Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at 3rd & Lindsley (6:00 PM doors | 7:30 PM show). This special night of music and storytelling …

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