5 Country Music Stars to Watch in 2021
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5 Country Music Stars to Watch in 2021.
Keep your eyes on these five acts in the country music scene in 2021. All are making waves and are sure to have a breakout year.
Jake Owen
Jake Owen is a country music singer and songwriter from Vero Beach, Florida. He has released six studio albums and three EPs, with his most recent album, American Love, being released in 2016. His singles “Barefoot Blue Jean Night” and “Beachin'” have both been certified platinum by the RIAA. In 2021, Jake Owen will be releasing a new album and embarking on a new tour.
New album release in 2021
Jake Owen is set to release his new album, ‘Greetings From…Jake,’ on March 19th, 2021. The album will feature 14 tracks, including the lead single, ‘Made for You.’
Maren Morris will also be releasing a new album in 2021. ‘The Bones’ is set to drop on April 30th. The album’s first single, ‘The Middle,’ has already been released and has received a great deal of success.
Kelsea Ballerini will be releasing her highly anticipated third studio album later this year. The yet-to-be-titled project will feature 13 tracks, including the lead single, ‘half of my hometown.’
Cole Swindell is also set to release new music in 2021. His fourth studio album, ‘All of It,’ is set to drop on August 17th. The album’s first single, ‘Break Up in the End,’ has already been released and has received a great deal of success.
Last but not least, Thomas Rhett is set to release his fourth studio album later this year as well. The yet-to-be-titled project will feature 16 tracks, including the lead single, ‘Life Changes.’
Recent singles
Jake Owen’s “I Was Jack (You Were Diane)” was one of the most successful country singles of 2018. It hit No. 1 on country radio and crossed over to pop, reaching No. 32 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The follow-up single, “Down to the Honkytonk,” was another hit, peaking at No. 2 on country radio and No. 43 on the Hot 100. While he has yet to release a full-length album since 2016’s American Love, Owen has kept busy with a steady stream of singles, including “Made for You” and “Beer Don’t Seem as Good as It Used to Be.” In 2021, he is set to release his seventh studio album, Greetings from…Jake.
Maren Morris
Maren Morris is a country music singer and songwriter from Arlington, Texas. She is signed to Columbia Nashville and released her debut album, Hero, in 2016. Her single, “My Church,” peaked at number five on the Billboard Country Airplay chart. She released her second album, Girl, in 2019. Maren Morris is one of the country music stars to watch in 2021.
New album release in 2021
Maren Morris is set to release her new album, The Bones, in 2021. She first announced the album with a teaser trailer that featured snippets of new music. The album will be her first since 2016’s Hero.
In addition to her new album, Morris will also be embarking on a North American tour in support of The Bones. The tour is set to kick off in July 2021 and will make stops in cities across the U.S. and Canada.
Recent singles
Maren Morris is a recent Grammy winner and one of the most popular country music stars right now. She has released several hit singles in the past few years, including “My Church,” “80s Mercedes,” and “GIRL.” Her latest album, GIRL, was released in early 2019 and debuted at the top of the Billboard 200 chart. She is currently on tour in support of the album.
Chris Stapleton
Chris Stapleton is one of the most popular country music stars and he is known for his unique style of music. His music is a mix of country, rock, and blues. He has released five albums and his latest album, From A Room: Volume 2, was released in 2017. Stapleton is a three-time Grammy award winner and he has also won seven Academy of Country Music awards.
New album release in 2021
After a highly successful year in 2020, Chris Stapleton is set to release a new album in 2021. The country music star has had a string of hits over the past few years, and his new album is sure to be another success. Stapleton is known for his unique style of country music, and his new album is sure to be filled with the same great songs that fans have come to love.
Recent singles
“Devil Always Made Me Think Twice” and “Mixed Emotions” are two of Chris Stapleton’s most recent singles. “Devil Always Made Me Think Twice” is a song about personal demons and the temptations of life. “Mixed Emotions” is a more introspective song about love and relationships. These singles are indicative of Chris Stapleton’s continued growth as an artist, and they are sure to please fans old and new.
Thomas Rhett
Thomas Rhett is a country music singer and songwriter. He was born in Valdosta, Georgia, in 1990, and his parents were both musicians. Rhett’s father, Rhett Akins, is a country music singer and songwriter as well. Rhett has been married to Lauren Akins since 2012, and the couple have three daughters.
New album release in 2021
Thomas Rhett is set to release his new album, Country Again: Side A, on April 30, 2021. The album is the first half of a two-part project, with Side B expected to be released later in the year. Country Again: Side A will feature eight new songs, including the lead single “What’s Your Country Song,” which Rhett co-wrote with Ashley Gorley and Jesse Frasure.
Recent singles
Thomas Rhett’s most recent album, Center Point Road, was released in 2019 and included the singles “Remember You Young,” “Look What God Gave Her,” and “Beer Can’t Fix.” In 2020, he released the single “Be a Light” with Reba McEntire, Hillary Scott, and Chris Tomlin.
Keith Urban
Keith Urban is a New Zealand-born country music singer, songwriter, and record producer. In 2021, he will be celebrating the release of his 10th studio album, “The Speed of Now Part 1”. This album is already being billed as one of the most highly-anticipated releases of the year.
New album release in 2021
Keith Urban is set to release his new album, “The Speed of Now Part 1,” on September 18th. The album features 16 tracks, including the lead single, “We Were.” This will be Urban’s first album since 2016’s “Ripcord.”
Recent singles
“We Were” is a song co-written and recorded by American country music artist Keith Urban. It was released to radio on October 19, 2020 as the lead single from his forthcoming eleventh studio album, The Speed of Now Part 1. The song was co-written by Urban with Ashley Gorley and Shy Carter.
“One Too Many” is a song co-written and recorded by American country music artist Keith Urban. It was released to radio on August 31, 2020 as the third single from his upcoming eleventh studio album, The Speed of Now Part 1. The song was co-written by Urban with busbee, Jon Nite and Jordan Schmidt.
“God Whispered Your Name” is a song co-written and recorded by American country music artist Keith Urban. It was released to radio on March 16, 2020 as the lead single from his upcoming eleventh studio album, The Speed of Now Part 1. The song was co-written by Urban with Greg Wells and Troy Verges.
