Here are eight of the best new country songs released this week

Country music continues to evolve in 2024, offering a mix of fresh voices and old favorites

This genre is teeming with exciting new country songs that showcase the diverse talents of the country music scene.

From soulful ballads to high-energy anthems, these new country songs are making waves and climbing the charts. Here’s a selection of the new country songs that are trending right now.

Miranda Lambert’s “Dammit Randy” is the latest chapter in the ACM Awards Triple Crown winner’s illustrious career. Trading in her signature fiery, whiskey-soaked heartbreak for a sharp, confident demeanor, Lambert delivers a song brimming with confidence and swagger. With lines like “You gave up until the very last minute / Now that I’m gone, I’ve got your attention,” she sits firmly in the driver’s seat of her own story, leaving past disappointments behind.

Who would, in a cross-genre move, record new country songs by Lana Del Rey And Quavo? The duo has released “Tough,” a country-rap fusion that finds Del Rey trading in her melancholy croon for a rawer, country-tinged sound. The track’s somber verses and thoughtful lyrics are accompanied by a visually appealing video that highlights their shared journey through life’s trials, blending country struggle with rap swagger.

The Castellows “Miss America” is a harmonious journey of nostalgia. With their sepia-toned, neo-traditional vibes, this sibling trio creates a touching coming-of-age story peppered with harmonica and soulful lyrics about growing up and leaving simpler times behind. The song’s atmospheric storytelling and lush harmonies make it a standout in their growing discography.

Johnny Cash’s “Hello Out There” from his posthumous song writer project, offers a haunting reminder of Cash’s unrivalled vocal majesty and songwriting prowess. Recorded in 1993 but only now discovered, this ethereal track combines Cash’s deep, resonant voice with a rich, atmospheric arrangement, proving that his legacy still casts a long shadow.

Mackenzie Carpenter makes an unforgettable debut with “Only Girl,” a languishing ballad that captures the intoxicating essence of young love. With its lilting acoustic guitar and Carpenter’s honeyed vocal performance, the track is a surefire addition to any wedding playlist and embodies the blissful simplicity of romance.

Midlands “Lucky Sometimes” offers a taste of their upcoming Barely blue album that delivers a feel-good anthem full of laid-back guitars and effortless harmonies. It’s a celebratory nod to the lucky streaks everyone dreams of, wrapped up in the band’s signature laid-back style.

Tyler Childers’ “Song While You’re Away” continues to cement his reputation as a master of poignant storytelling. Rich with emotional depth and striking imagery, the song cements Childers’ place as one of the most compelling voices in contemporary country music.

And tomorrow there will be new music from Morgan Wallen, who is heating up the summer with a brand new single, “Lies Lies Lies,” out July 5. Written by Jessie Jo Dillon, Josh Miller, Daniel Ross and Chris Tompkins and produced by Joey Moi, this track was recorded at London’s legendary Studio Two at Abbey Road Studios.

Wallen delves into the emotional turmoil that comes from pretending to have moved on from a lost love while still holding on to it.