Artist To Watch

Artist to Watch: James Wesley

Artist to Watch: James Wesley

“Real” isn’t just the title of newcomer James Wesley’s current single; it’s the way he wants to make his music - focusing on real life and the people who are living those lives day in and day out. It’s a way of life he is very familiar with


Artist to Watch: LoCash Cowboys

Artist to Watch: LoCash Cowboys

The LoCash Cowboys have hit the radio airwaves this summer with an appropriately themed tune to add to your soundtrack to beat the heat – “Here Comes Summer” – from their upcoming debut


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Artist to Watch: The JaneDear Girls

Artist to Watch: The JaneDear Girls

The JaneDear girls owe a big debt of gratitude to John Rich who has been instrumental in helping the duo find its way to Music Row and to their record deal with Warner Music Nashville.


Artist to Watch: Troy Olsen

Artist to Watch: Troy Olsen

Newcomer Troy Olsen’s story is one well-versed in applying the qualities of determination and hard work to honing your craft, a great lesson to be learned and one that is paying off


Artist to Watch: Kevin Fowler

Artist to Watch: Kevin Fowler

Fans of the Texas country music scene are already well acquainted with singer-songwriter Kevin Fowler who had been playing the music circuit in that state since 1998 with his country band. But


Artist to Watch: Randy Montana

Artist to Watch: Randy Montana

For newcomer Randy Montana, who is seeing his first taste of success as an artist with “Ain’t Much Left of Lovin’ You,” songwriting is in his blood. Billy Montana, Randy’s father, is a craftsman of chart-


Artist to Watch: Jerrod Niemann

Artist to Watch: Jerrod Niemann

Singer-songwriter Jerrod Niemann is currently celebrating his very first Top 10 hit as an artist with "Lover, Lover," a remake of Sonia Dada's "You Don't Treat Me No Good" which was a number one


Artist to Watch: Jaron and the Long Road to Love

Artist to Watch: Jaron and the Long Road to Love

In March of 2009, Jaron Lowenstein found himself at a crossroads. After a six year break, which was only suppose to be one, Jaron was drawn to create music once again


Artist to Watch: Emily West

Artist to Watch: Emily West

Newcomer Emily West caught the attention of critics and fans alike with a heart-wrenching ballad she co-wrote with Gary Burr about her parents’ separation after 32 years of marriage


Artist to Watch: Laura Bell Bundy

Artist to Watch: Laura Bell Bundy

Newcomer Laura Bell Bundy didn’t take the usual path that most artists travel on their way to Music City; she made several pit stops along the way in New York City performing on Broadway


Artist to Watch: Lee Brice

Artist to Watch: Lee Brice

Prior to achieving his own success as an artist, Lee Brice was making a name for himself through writing songs for other vocalists including the likes of Jason Aldean


Artist to Watch: Danny Gokey

Artist to Watch: Danny Gokey

American Idol alum turned country newcomer Danny Gokey followed some quality career advice when it came time for him to choose what musical path to take. It was the encouragement of Randy


Artist to Watch: Matt Kennon

Artist to Watch: Matt Kennon

One look at newcomer Matt Kennon’s heavily tattooed appearance might cause you to believe his music is anything but country, but as they say looks can be deceiving


Artist to Watch: Josh Thompson

Artist to Watch: Josh Thompson

Blue-collar workers and the country way of life is something that newcomer Josh Thompson not only sings about, he’s also lived it growing up


Artist to Watch: Love and Theft

Artist to Watch: Love and Theft

Stephen Barker Liles, Eric Gunderson and Brian Bandas make up one of the hot new groups in country music today – Love and Theft. The trio grabbed their first Top 10


Artist to Watch: David Nail

Artist to Watch: David Nail

For David Nail, it has been a long journey from his native Kennett, Missouri to country music success. He embodies the idea of not giving up and trying


Artist to Watch: The Band Perry

Artist to Watch: The Band Perry

Siblings Kimberly, Reid and Neil Perry are carrying on the great tradition of family harmony in country music as The Band Perry. But, at first, the Perrys


Artist to Watch: Justin Moore

Artist to Watch: Justin Moore

Justin Moore made a splash in 2009 with a break-out tune that went straight to the top of the charts – “Small Town USA” from his self-titled debut album.


Artist to Watch: Steel Magnolia

Artist to Watch: Steel Magnolia

Many country fans rooted for their favorites on this past season of CMT’s “Can You Duet?” The winning duo that achieved a shot at superstardom


Artist to Watch: Easton Corbin

Artist to Watch: Easton Corbin

Newcomer Easton Corbin is making quite a name for himself with his debut single, “A Little More Country Than That."