Girl Crush Country Issue 22 | 6.15.26
To say it has been an absolute banner week for women in country music would be a massive understatement. From historic chart domination to unexpected television surprises, the women of country music are completely taking over and we are 100% here for it.
Our latest update covers everything you need to know about the massive moves happening right now, plus an exclusive conversation with one of Nashville’s most driven rising stars.
Inside This Week’s Update:
- Featured Girl Crush: Taylor-Rae The BCCMA winner and Nashville transplant sits down with us to talk about her leap of faith moving from Canada, sharing a stage with Shania Twain, and why there is absolutely no “Plan B” when it comes to her music career.
- Taylor Swift Makes Radio History Days after dropping a brand-new country track, Taylor became the first solo female artist to “close out the panel” on opening day. Plus, her historic week continued with a major induction that makes her the youngest woman to ever receive the honor.
- Jo Dee Messina’s Platinum Double-Take What was supposed to be a standard interview on The Kelly Clarkson Show turned into an emotional, milestone celebration for Jo Dee. We break down the multiple new RIAA certifications that took her completely by surprise.
- Ella Langley Smashes a Billboard Record Move over, Gabby Barrett. Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” just hit its 28th week at the top of the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, officially securing her place in the history books.
- Dolly Parton’s “Cup of Ambition” Because she never stops working, Dolly is launching a brand-new coffee line alongside her highly anticipated new travel stop later this month.
The Freshest Tracks to Stream Now
We’ve also refreshed the Girl Crush Country Playlist with the newest drops you need in your rotation immediately. Turn it up to hear brand-new music from:
- Harper O’Neill – Fire Drill
- Callista Clark – Salt
- Taylor-Rae – Messy
- Charly Reynolds – Ain’t in No Hurry
- …and dozens of other kickass women changing the landscape of the genre.

