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Acclaimed singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist ZZ Ward has released her latest single, “Mother,” heralding the start of a profound new chapter in her career with Sun Records. This unique and deeply personal blues track tackles ZZ’s own experience of motherhood, a perspective rarely explored in the genre, marking ZZ’s return to her blues roots with an authenticity and depth that’s compelling and transformative. The song’s raw emotion is complemented by ZZ’s signature wailing vocals and searing lead guitar solos, creating an intense and deeply moving soundscape. “That’s a mother’s cry,” ZZ explains. “It’s that feeling of being weighed down with this new situation. I never expected men to hear it and relate, but I’ve heard more than a few feel it, too.”

Shawna Thompson, co-founder of the chart-topping multi platinum duo Thompson Square, today marks a milestone in her illustrious career with the release of her spirited single “Burn It Down.” The track introduces her eagerly awaited debut solo album, Lean On Neon, set to be released on September 13 via Sun Records, an iconic label in country music history.

Raised in the vibrant honky-tonks of Alabama, Shawna brings an authentic grit and a powerful feminine energy to her music. “Burn It Down” encapsulates the essence of Shawna’s roots and her passion for the sounds and energy of the honky-tonk scene, a place where she says she truly belongs despite a cultural expectation that it simply isn’t ladylike.

“‘Burn It Down’ has a certain swagger to it; it’s deeply rooted in the honky-tonk scene where I spent so much time with my dad, tagging along everywhere he played,” Shawna explains. “This song is special because it captures the essence of the entire album and boldly states who I am. It’s not just music; it’s a declaration of my identity and my heritage in country music.”

Fans can now pre-order Lean On Neon, an album that blends traditional country roots with deeply emotional storytelling. Produced by her husband, Keifer Thompson, and two-time GRAMMY® Award winner Chad Carlson (Taylor Swift, Trisha Yearwood), Lean On Neon is not just an album; it’s Shawna’s homage to her late father and to the genre that shaped her. It’s a must-listen for fans of classic country music delivered by an artist with a heartfelt reverence for the timeless spirit of the genre.

Fans can stream “Burn It Down” here and pre-order Lean On Neon here. For more information and updates on Shawna’s tour dates, visit her official website at www.shawnathompson.com.

Ruthie Foster, the acclaimed folk-blues virtuoso, is back with a new project that’s set to captivate longtime fans and win new ones with its soulful melodies and evocative storytelling. This month, she debuts her uplifting single “Rainbow” and invites fans to join her on the journey with the pre-order of her highly anticipated album Mileage, set for release on August 23 on the legendary Sun Records. 

First Song ‘Ventura Highway’ Drops July 2, 2024

NASHVILLE, Tenn., May 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  Sun Label Group has officially launched under its parent company, Primary Wave Music. This groundbreaking venture stands as a testament to the enduring power of music, bringing together the historic legacies and individual successes of Sun Records, Gaither Music, Green Hill Music, Rural Rhythm and emeraldwave by Green Hill into a cohesive and forward-thinking artist-focused ecosystem. Paul Sizelove will oversee Sun Label Group as President, with each of the labels retaining their unique structure, individuality and respective teams. In addition to leading Sun Label Group, Sizelove will continue to spearhead day-to-day operations as President of Gaither Music Group. Blake Davis will also remain in his role as General Manager of Green Hill Music.

MELISSA ETHERIDGE SHARES FIRST SINGLE OFF UPCOMING LIVE ALBUM

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