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Kyle English Tori Martin Manny Blu Brian Callihan Paulina Jayne Noah Guthrie

Brian Callihan, Writer on the Rise Paulina Jayne is Miss Amazing Noah Guthrie Releases Blue Wall

Since setting out as a singer and songwriter, Kyle English has been able to hone his craft; finding a voice and style that, upon hearing it, is easily identified as his own. He is constantly performing and writing. His songs are described as heartfelt and catchy. For Kyle, the songs come first regardless of current trends. His sound is reminiscent of the next age of classic rock; music that is guitar-driven and lyricbased. Kyle’s latest single is “HIghway Song.” “I’m beyond excited to announce my new single to country radio!

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“Highway Song” is about moving on and finding oneself, but also getting back to what makes us who we are,” said Kyle “The lyrics were written on the highway somewhere between Nashville and Cincinnati. Check it out on your favorite platform by clicking below. I hope you enjoy it!” In the era of chasing the next viral trend, Kyle believes in remaining true to himself and his music. Kyle is currently in the studio working with producer Elton Clifton on new material for release. For more information on Kyle visi:

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Tori Martin first found her voice at a local church, but the now seasoned performer had the opportunity to hone her skills as a teenager around the Texas Opry house circuit. Tori fondly recalls that experience: “They’re a dying breed now, but the Opry houses had some of the best musicians there were to offer. They were slick and helped me get used to playing with a great band at a young age. I sang country standards and it really made me fall in love with the genre more at that age.” It was the success that she found in

Texas that propelled her move to

Nashville – and in 2017, she took a leap of faith without knowing a single soul. Armed with the positive outlook and life motto of “just show up,” she put herself out there and quickly begin hanging in circles with some of Nashville’s most awarded songwriters. It was a chance meeting at a mixer that led to working with producer, Bill Warner. Together with her label, LuckySky Music, they are carving a path that is uniquely her own. The multifaceted sides of her artistry are most clearly displayed on her latest project, Lucky. Lucky portrays Tori’s sharp sophistication yet humble nature, while being equal parts exciting and relatable. More information at

thetorimartin.com

With over 1M streams and listeners in 128 countries, Nashville-based artist Manny Blu started to establish himself as more of a global artist throughout the past two years. In 2021, he released two EPs, Country Punk EP and DEViL, which featured hit songwriters Michael Hardy, Ryan Hurd, Craig Wiseman, Ryan Beaver, and more. This May, Blu will hit the road with multi-awardwinning artist Dallas Smith on his Some Things Never Change Tour. Kicking off in Brandon, MB on May 24, the tour will see

Blu ignite stages in 24 markets across Canada throughout May and June with performances of his recent hit tracks, “Doin’ Fine,” “Train,” “95,” and his most recent Canadian country radio hit, “Valet,” feat. Brittany Kennell. Wanting to share his signature style with his Blu Cru, he has partnered with Nashville fashion designer, Mike Ryan, to launch a fan contest to win a one-of-akind leather jacket. Fans can enter to win. For details on how to enter, fans are encouraged to text Blu at 615-219-2867. The winner will be announced on May 13, ensuring that the winning fan will have the jacket in time to attend any upcoming tour date in countrypunk style.

Brian Callihan most definitely knows his way around a song having had multiple publishing deals and songs recorded by an impressive list of his peers. Callihan has performed at the coveted Key West Songwriters Festival and at CMA Music Fest. His self-titled debut album shows his talents in spectacular fashion. Every song was cowritten with a #1 hit songwriter including Cole Swindell, Adam Sanders, Jesse Rice and Wynn Varble. On his opener to what will no doubt be a very long season of notable future album releases,

Brian Callihan proves he can do it all. His well-known bare-knuckled spirit is, for a time, tamed in this vulnerable and honest narration that rides the line perfectly between pop country and that classic country sound. “‘Broke it Down’ is a song I think will connect with a lot of people, said Brian. “Everyone has gone through a break-up or has felt pretty broken down at one time or another in their life.” His latest release, “Prettiest Girl,” is the first song Brian has cut that he did not write. The song was written by Adam Sanders, Cole Taylor and Corey Crowder. Not only does he have a great voice, but he has an ear for good music and knew this song was worth recording. More information at

briancallihan.com

Paulina Jayne’s music is a melting pot of country, rock, pop and folk influences under one genre she calls, “urban country.” An energyinfectious, momentmaking, candid and roller coaster performer, Paulina has opened for heavy-hitters like Sheryl Crow, Sam Hunt and Rascal Flatts and has shared Live Nation festival marquees all over the country with Keith Urban, Miranda Lambert and Luke Bryan. She has written with several #1 writers, including JT Harding, Shane McAnally, Bonnie Baker, Danny Orton and the list goes on. Her infectious

“big hair, don’t care - loving life” attitude has also led her featured in a nationwide commercial broadcasting to over 100 million homes for Folgers Coffee on ION Television Network. In response to the industry buzz about Paulina, Ford Motor Company became one of her official sponsors. She now represents the Ford Driving Skills for Life nonprofit organization. A believer in philanthropy, Paulina also supports the national nonprofitorganization, Miss Amazing, as a celebrity ambassador to help further empower girls and women with disabilities. Her latest release was a short film surrounding the story of her song “First and Fallin.” More info at

paulinajayne.com

Noah Guthrie released his latest album, Blue Wall. The songs were written or co-written by Noah and finds him lyrically turning his musings on family into vulnerable songs that resonate with fans and critics alike. Excited about the release, Guthrie emphasizes, “If I’ve learned anything in the past two years, it’s that I should never take the love I have in my life for granted. Listening to this album makes me feel more connected to my home and those I love. I hope that when others listen to ‘Blue Wall,’ it will remind them of that as well.

I have lived with the songs on this record for a long time, and it feels great to finally release them all into the world.” The South Carolina native has earned a reputation for honest and authentic music representing his life. Guthrie first garnered attention online by covering chart-topping hits and transitioned into the spotlight with his pivotal role of Roderick Meeks on the hit TV show Glee. He later became a semi-finalist on America’s Got Talent in 2018. He has performed over 200 shows and has opened for artists, including Ed Sheeran, Willie Nelson, Delta Rae, Ben Rector, Corey Smith, Sister Hazel, Matt Nathanson, Dwight Yoakam. More information at

noahguthrie.com

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