THIS WEEK

Lon & Dustin Call Drew

Lon & Dustin Call Drew

| September 1, 2024

This week, Drew Baldridge got his first #1 with “She’s Somebody’s Daughter.” Lon & co-host Dustin Lynch called Drew to congratulate him on his achievement. Listen here: “So many tears, lots of emotions, doing it ourselves. When we started on this journey I never dreamed we’d go to #1.  I’ve been in Nashville for 13 […]

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Chris Young Co-Hosts 8/31-9/1

Chris Young Co-Hosts 8/31-9/1

| August 26, 2024

The co-host this wknd is Chris Young, who’s in out Top 10 with “Young Love & Saturday Night.” Chris talks about the song, which is based on a riff by David Bowie. Chris headlined Nashville’s 4th of July show this year. He also did a tour of Australia. He recently opened a show for Alan […]

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Cody Johnson Co-Hosts 8/24-25

Cody Johnson Co-Hosts 8/24-25

| August 19, 2024

The co-host this weekend is Cody Johnson, who is in our Top 5 with “Dirt Cheap.” Cody is on the road with his Leather Tour. He talks about his Texas ranch, and how he identifies with the story of Dirt Cheap. He also says a big country star was pitched the song first and missed […]

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Drew Baldridge Co-Hosts 8/17-18

Drew Baldridge Co-Hosts 8/17-18

| August 12, 2024

The co-host this wknd is Drew Baldridge, who is in our Top 5 with “She’s Somebody’s Daughter.” Drew tells his incredible story of promoting this song on his own with no record label. He’s written with Luke Combs, Lainey Wilson, and many others in the Top 30. He was at this year’s ACM Awards where […]

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Tim McGraw Co-Hosts 8/10-11

Tim McGraw Co-Hosts 8/10-11

| August 5, 2024

The co-host this wknd is Tim McGraw, who is in the Top 20 with One Bad Habit. The song is on Tim’s latest EP Poet’s Resume. Tim has lots of stories about artists in the countdown, including Tyler Hubbard, Thomas Rhett, Brett Young, and Chris Janson. Tim had this to say about One Bad Habit: “I just […]

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Nate Smith Co-Hosts 8/3-4

Nate Smith Co-Hosts 8/3-4

| July 29, 2024

The co-host this wknd is Nate Smith, who’s in the Top 5 with “Bulletproof.” It’s from his new 7-song EP called Through The Smoke. He’s on the road now with Morgan Wallen & Bryan Martin. He says he will release a new album later this year. Plus he talks about singing with Avril Lavigne on […]

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Russell Dickerson Co-Hosts 7/27-28

Russell Dickerson Co-Hosts 7/27-28

| July 22, 2024

The co-host this wknd is Russell Dickerson, who has just released a new single called ”Bones.” He’s on the road now with Sam Hunt. Russell updates us on his two young sons Remington & Radford. He has great stories about Tom McGraw, Thomas Rhett, Post Malone, and Shaboozey. Russell has 2 young sons: 4 year old Remington and […]

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Chris Stapleton Co-Hosts 7/20-21

Chris Stapleton Co-Hosts 7/20-21

| July 15, 2024

The co-host this wknd is Chris Stapleton, who had a #1 with White Horse, and was part of Carly Pearce’s hit We Don’t Fight Anymore. He’s on tour right now, doing his own headline shows, as well as playing stadiums with George Strait. He talks about his friendships with legends Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, and […]

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Brett Young Co-Hosts 7/13-14

Brett Young Co-Hosts 7/13-14

| July 8, 2024

The co-host this weekend on Country Countdown USA is Brett Young, who’s current Top 30 hit is Dance With You. The video for the song features Brett’s young daughters. Brett is on the road all summer, and will launch a big tour in the fall. Brett recently celebrated Diamond Certification for his hit ”In Case […]

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Top 10 July 4th Songs

Top 10 July 4th Songs

| July 3, 2024

July 4th celebrates American Independence from the British.  But it also celebrates those traits we consider distinctly American.  Country music is a unique American artform.  So it’s no surprise that many country stars have released songs that have become patriotic anthems.  We’ve put together a list of songs that you’re likely to hear on the radio this […]

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