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🎥 WATCH IT NOW 👉 NFL HALL OF FAMER AND DALLAS COWBOY QB TROY AIKMAN STARS IN WADE BOWEN’S NEW VIDEO “FRIDAY NIGHT” OUT RIGHT NOW WITH A CAMEO APPEARANCE FROM OUR BROTHER ROBERT GALLAGHER OF BILLY BOB’S TEXAS‼️


🙋‍♂️LET’S PLAY “WHERE’S ROBERT” IN THE VIDEO⁉️🤨


🤩 Wade says of the track, “I’m so honored to not only know Troy, but to also call him a friend. He’s an amazing guy and shares a true passion for music, so having him on this song and in this video is a dream come true for me,” said Wade Bowen. “The song ‘Friday Night’ took me right back to playing football in high school and flooded me with so many childhood memories. It takes me back to figuring out life, love, friends, and to a hometown nostalgia that never fades. It’s been fun to relive these memories, especially as my son starts his second year playing high school football. I truly feel like the lyrics relate to so many of us and that the video will help tie the story together, making you remember why you wanna think of home.”


📸: Wade Bowen Troy Aikman Robert Gallagher

Colton Rice's new song is out today. Give “Stay” a listen and share for us. What do you think the song is about? Stream it from https://linktr.ee/coltonrice. #stay #newmusicfriday #texasmusic #fyp #coltonrice

🔥 CONGRATS TO WILLIAM CLARK GREEN ON HIS #1 SINGLE “WHOLE LOTTA LUBBOCK” TODAY ON THE TEXAS REGIONAL RADIO REPORT‼️👏💯


💥 Congrats as well to Matt Daniel who earned the Most Spin Increase at +169 spins this week with his Debut Texas Red Dirt Single “Keepin Me Alive” at 79* on T3R‼️


📸: William Clark Green Matt Daniel Texas Regional Radio Report

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COUNTRY SINGER-SONGWRITER WADE BOWEN RELEASES OFFICIAL VIDEO FOR “FRIDAY NIGHT (FT. TROY AIKMAN)” OFF RECENTLY RELEASED ALBUM FLYIN; WATCH HERE & STREAM HERE


Nashville, TN - September 13, 2024 - Today, Country Singer-Songwriter Wade Bowen debuted the official music video for his single, “Friday Night (Ft. Troy Aikman),” off his latest album Flyin (Bowen Sounds via Thirty Tigers/The Orchard) released earlier this year. “Friday Night (Ft. Troy Aikman)” is a nostalgic, feel-good track, which opens with Bowen’s friend and former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Troy Aikman as a football announcer. Watch the accompanying cinematic official video HERE and stream the song HERE.

 

Inspired by the series “Friday Night Lights,” the music video, which plays out like a short film, follows a former high school football quarterback as he reminisces on life and love. As the video flips between sentimental scenes of football games, parties, nights at the hometown diner and falling in love with his high school sweetheart, viewers follow the main character as he takes a trip down memory lane.

 

“I’m so honored to not only know Troy, but to also call him a friend. He’s an amazing guy and shares a true passion for music, so having him on this song and in this video is a dream come true for me,” said Wade Bowen. “The song ‘Friday Night’ took me right back to playing football in high school and flooded me with so many childhood memories. It takes me back to figuring out life, love, friends, and to a hometown nostalgia that never fades. It’s been fun to relive these memories, especially as my son starts his second year playing high school football. I truly feel like the lyrics relate to so many of us and that the video will help tie the story together, making you remember why you wanna think of home.”

 

Bowen continues to have a steady stream of tour dates lined up, including joining GRAMMY, CMA and ACM Award-winning Singer-Songwriter Carly Pearce for the UK / EU dates of her Hummingbird World Tour in February 2025.


      Friday, September 13th - North Little Rock, AR - The Theater at Simmons Bank Arena with Dwight Yoakam

      Saturday, September 14th - Bossier City, LA - Brookshire Grocery Arena

      Sunday, September 15th - Pryor, OK - Born & Raised 2024

      Tuesday, September 17th - Graham, TX - Memorial Auditorium


 To stay up-to-date on Wade’s current and upcoming projects, please visit: https://wadebowen.com/ and follow him on Instagram @wadebowen and Facebook.

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KOE WETZEL’S “CASAMIGOS” OUT NOW 

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Fast-Climbing “High Road” with Jessie Murph Breaks Top 30 at Country Radio

NEW YORK, N.Y. – When Koe Wetzel’s highly anticipated fifth studio album 9 Lives arrived in July, it debuted at No. 15 on the all-genre Billboard 200 and No. 5 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart, earning critical praise commending his most vulnerable work to date. Lead single “High Road” with Jessie Murph – his first-ever at country radio – has already cracked the Top 30 in just 10 weeks, while “Sweet Dreams” earned a nod at this month’s NBC People’s Choice Country Awards and the duo of songs marked Wetzel’s first two Hot Country Songs Top 10 hits, also debuting on at No. 29 and No. 47 respectively on the all-genre Billboard Hot 100 chart. Despite the album’s impressive wave of success, there was just one thing missing: “Where is ‘Casamigos’!?” read countless comments on his social posts. Today, the man celebrated by the Los Angeles Times for establishing his fanbase on the road answers that question emphatically, with “Casamigos” and its accompanying official music video available to stream everywhere now.

 

“It took a while to get this song right,” Wetzel concedes. “I think it changed five or six different times; lyrically, musically, the melody, everything about it. We’d get used to it for a month or so and then we’d change it up again, but once the final was done we knew the song was special. I think going through those ups and downs is one of the reasons why we kept it off the record to begin with, just so it could have its own light and its own time because we’re super happy with the song and now it’s one of my favorites on the record.”

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RECKLESS KELLY RELEASES THE LAST FRONTIER


Nashville, TN, September 13, 2024…Americana/Outlaw Country icons Reckless Kellyhave released their 17th studio album, The Last Frontier. This much-anticipated release is a culmination of years of songwriting and collaboration, providing a rich collection of tracks that reflect the band's signature sound and storytelling. This “short and sweet” album, as described by Willy Braun is available now on all streaming platforms! 

  

Frontman Willy Braun, alongside his brother Gary and their close friend Jeff Crosby, have been meticulously crafting songs for The Last Frontier over several years. This creative process was highlighted by their annual "Hitscation"—a dedicated songwriting retreat at an off-the-grid cabin near a hot spring in Idaho. During these writing sessions, the trio brought forth numerous ideas, resulting in four standout tracks for the new album, including the poignant title track "The Last Frontier."

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TORI MARTIN SOARS WITH NEW SINGLE "LOST IN THE COUNTRY"

LuckySky Music recording artist and songwriter Tori Martin carries a sense of maturity that can only be found through a wealth of life experiences, and it is undeniable in her artistry. She brings a fresh perspective and a sense of authenticity with her every time she hits the stage. Called a down home sophisticate, Tori mixes her humble nature with true entertainer, making her equal parts exciting and relatable. She dazzles with her high energy performance numbers, but is equally confident performing stripped back shows allowing her powerhouse vocals to shine. From early life on the sunny shores of Florida, to establishing family roots in Texas, each and every moment had a profound influence on the artist she is today.

Her story begins at a little country & western bar called Desperado’s. Tori’s Paw-Paw was the proprietor of that bar and also happened to be a fiercely passionate music fan. He raised her on the classics, like Johnny Cash and Tammy Wynette, and was the first in her family to recognize her talents. When she was just 8 years old, his belief was further bestowed upon her when he purchased her a guitar further encouraging her to follow her dreams. That set the trajectory for the rest of her life.

Writer: Tresha Glowacki

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Hear all the New Music on Texas Music Daily's

New Music Friday Playlist

  • Hudson Westbrook “Dopamine”
  • Koe Wetzel “Casamigos”
  • Parker McCollum “What Kinda Man”
  • Treaty Oak Revival “Happy Face”
  • Hayes & The Heathens “Any Other Way” (Hayes Carll & The Band of Heathens)
  • Colton Rice "Stay"
  • Miranda Lambert "Armadillo"

Got New Music? Let us know. Email us at Texas Music Daily


New Music at Radio

Bart Crow "Stained Your Crown"

Colton Rice "Stay"

Cynthia Rausch "Coming Home"

Ghosts of Hill County "Good Ol' Boys"

Hayden Haddock "Front Porch in the Rain"

Jake Bush "Her Way Ain't the Highway"

Jenna Paulette "Run the Damn Ball"

Jenni Dale Lord Band "Dinner and a Heartbreak"

John Swat "Cowgirl"

Kyle Park "Hill Country Home"

Matt Daniel "Keepin Me Alive"

Mike Ryan "Get Away With Anything"

Ryder Grimes "One More for the Ride"

Sarah Hobbs "Delta Dawn"

Wade Bowen "Friday Night"

Upcoming Album Releases


9/17/24

Eleven Hundred Springs

Live from the Double Wide in Dallas


9/20/24

Chase Rice

Go Down Singin'


Midland

Barely Blue


September Moon

Carry On


9/27/24

Casey Donahew

Never Not Love You


Cody Jinks

Backside of 30


10/4/24

Tanner Sparks

Some Kind of Crazy


Hayes Carll & The Heathens

Hayes & The Heathens


10/5/24

Jenni Dale Lord Band

A Million Moments

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*Veteran PD and on-air personality, Shotgun Steve Kelly has left KKOW-FM in Pittsburg, KS and is looking for his next adventure. Contact him at DJdude68@yahoo.com



*KFWR/Fort Worth, TX* (LKCM) is recruiting for a future opening for a full-time on-air host. Candidates must have a desire to be involved in the local community, understand Texas country, Red Dirt and Americana, and the ability to connect with fans on-air and in person. Email cover letter, résumé and aircheck to PD Shayne Hollinger at jobs@theranchradio.com


*KKAJ/Ardmore, OK* (Stephens Media) is seeking a morning host. The company says, "This is a tremendous opportunity with a strong cluster that dominates the market in sales, promotions and on-air. KKAJ is a heritage country station with a little red-dirt heritage for flavor." Send resume, aircheck and references to SVP/Programming Bob Thornton at bob.thornton@smgnational.com


*KICM/Ardmore, OK* (Keystone) is seeking an Operations Manager (OM) who will work directly with the owners and the sales team, and oversee all aspects of the station’s programming. Please contact keystonebroadcastingok@gmail.com


*KMYY/Monroe, LA* (Stephens Media) is seeking a radio host and programmer to oversee its four-station cluster in the market, and likely co-host an AC morning show. Send résumé, aircheck and references to SVP/Programming Bob Thornton at bob.thornton@smgnational.com

Texas Radio & Artist Photos

🕺STAYING ALIVE WITH NASH —Matt Daniel, who earned the Most Spin Increase at +169 spins this week on T3R, debuts his new Texas single “Keepin Me Alive” for Jim Nash (PD/Mornings) KTKO/Beeville, TX.

Does Fort Worth Ever Cross Your Mind?: Hudson Westbrook stopped by 95.9 The Ranch in Fort Worth to see Shayne Hollinger (PD/Afternoon Drive).

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Birthdays & Events This Week:

9/13: Peanut Butter Day, Cindy Roberts (T3R),

9/16: David Bellamy, Angela Mouser (Stryk TV)

9/17: Kevin McCoy (KFTX), Steve Rixx (Willie 103.3), Hank Williams

9/18: US Air Force Birthday & Cheeseburger Day

9/20: Richard Ferguson (KXOX)

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