The year 2026 is starting off strong with a slew of new singles and albums, and the Top 25 Playlist serves as your direct route to discovering them. Just hit play to uncover your next favorite song, album, or artist. The Saving Country Music Top 25 Playlist is designed to keep you updated on the best songs and albums emerging in country and roots music right now. It’s accessible on most streaming platforms (details below), or you can utilize the song, artist, and album suggestions to find new music.
Featured tracks include:
- Braxton Keith – “I Ain’t Tryin’” – This Western swing-inspired track showcases the Texas traditionalist’s country music virtues.
- Red Shahan – “Cotton Fire” – A standout song that gained acclaim after its surprise appearance in a pivotal scene on the streaming series Landman.
- Brit Taylor – “Warning You Whiskey” – A heart-wrenching tune from her upcoming album Land of the Forgotten, releasing March 6th.
- Low Gap – “Heroes” – An early favorite from their album Geneva, highlighting the duo’s impressive songwriting.
- Colton Bowlin – “Clinton County” – A promising Kentucky artist to watch, with his album Grandpa’s Mill set for March 13th.
- Canola – “18 Wheels and a Headache” – A fun new country band from Sweden with a self-titled EP that features catchy blue-collar anthems.
- Zach Bryan – “With Heaven On Top” – The title track from his new album, described as one of the strongest songs featured.
- Bryan Sutton and Billy Strings – “Devil Went Down to Deep Gap” – A fresh take on a classic, accompanied by a captivating music video filled with surprises.
The Saving Country Music Top 25 Playlist primarily resides on Spotify, but is also available on Amazon Music, YouTube, and Apple Music. For those who prefer not to stream, song recommendations are listed below. Click here to follow Saving Country Music on Spotify and/or follow the Spotify Top 25 Playlist. Note: The songs are curated for listening enjoyment and flow, not arranged in any specific order.
