Ben Rector News

Summer at Wolf Trap officially starts Saturday, May 28 with The Original Kings of Go-Go. Big Tony and Trouble Funk headline this lineup of the region’s best go-go groups that includes E.U. with Sugar Bear, Junkyard Band, and more.

Pop singer-songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Jake Scott released his new single, “Texas Girl.” Penned by Scott and produced with Noah Conrad (Niall Horan, Ashe), the heartfelt, guitar-driven track is a love song about his wife Rachel. Scott hails from Arkansas – a state that rivals Texas – and ended up falling for a girl from there regardless.

Pop singer-songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Jake Scott released his new single, “Texas Girl.' Penned by Scott and produced with Noah Conrad (Niall Horan, Ashe), “Texas Girl” is live on all streaming services, with an accompanying visualizer available below. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

Pop singer-songwriter, producer, multi-instrumentalist, and recent Elektra Records signee Jake Scott will open for indie hitmaker Ben Rector on The Joy of Music: Live U.S. tour this summer, which kicks off on Thursday, May 5 in Madison, Wisconsin. Scott will provide direct support for the first leg of dates.. Check out the full tour date schedule now!

“Wishing I Was Wrong” tells the relatable story of a relationship reaching its predictable end. The track reflects on the idea that people change and don’t always grow together. “Wishing I Was Wrong” describes two people who are experiencing a relationship evolving to point where they are left wishing they could become different people.

They also flew in their drummer Rob Humphreys (Leonard Cohen, Jason Mraz) for the recording and worked with Chad Copelin (Sufjan Stevens, Christina Perri, Ben Rector) back in Oklahoma for keys and additional production as well as keyboardist Dan Walker (Heart). 

With 2+ MILLION monthly listeners across streaming platforms, Belle’s new single comes on the heels of his September headline tour selling out months in advance.

On Nightshade, Belle once again collaborated with long time producer Chad Copelin (LANY, Ben Rector, BRONCHO), drummer/programmer James McAlister (Sufjan Stevens, The National), and fellow artist SYML who co-wrote “My Poor Heart” with Belle – the pulsing, driving love song that dropped last month in advance of the album announce.

L'FREAQ is all about being inclusive, and she is outspoken when it comes to defending the underdog. As an ally of everyone on the spectrum of gender and sexuality, bullies, racists and sexists are not allowed in L'FREAQ's kingdom.

Formed on the open plains of their home state of Oklahoma, husband and wife duo The Imaginaries’ Maggie McClure (piano, keyboard, vocals) and Shane Henry (guitar, vocals) are finally set to release their long-awaited self-titled debut album, The Imaginaries on March 26, 2021 

Today, Zach Heckendorf released his video for “Waves” taken from his recently released album HAWK TALK

Tennessee troubadour Drew Holcomb and his band The Neighbors are thrilled to announce the release of a brand-new live album, Live At The Tennessee Theatre

Today, Zach Heckendorf released his video for “Stronger Than I Once Was,” featuring striking paper-cut stop-motion animation by Andrew Benincasa.

Oklahoma Americana husband / wife duo, The Imaginaries, Shane Henry (guitar, vocals) and Maggie McClure (keys, piano, vocals), are exclusively premiering their stunning video for their third single “Walking On A Wire” today with Cowboys & Indians Magazine – watch it HERE.

We've been compiling videos from college seniors all around the country for our new daily showcase series. Although their performances were cancelled, the show must go on-- virtually!

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Tim Walz has declared a state of emergency in Minnesota and has issued an Executive Order to temporarily close bars, restaurants and other public accommodations including theaters and indoor performance venues effective immediately.

Atlantic recording artist Josie Dunne has announced a headline tour in celebration of her upcoming LATE TEENS/EARLY TWENTIES EP. The “Time Machine Tour” gets underway April 16th at Indianapolis, IN's Lo-Fi Lounge and travels into early June. Singer-songwriter Willie Shaw joins the tour as support from Nashville, TN onward. For complete details and ticket information, please see www.josiedunne.com.

City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph Street, announces comedian and on-air personality Brad Williams, R&B and pop sensation Har Mar Superstar, country musician Steve Moakler and more. The following shows go on sale to the public on Friday, February 14 at noon. Tickets will be available at citywinery.com/chicago.

After revealing its return to Chattanooga, TN's Coolidge Park on September 12 & 13, 2020, Moon River Music Festival presented by Drew Holcomb and The Neighbors in partnership with AC Entertainment shares its full lineup today.

In the spirit of Christmas, last night Drew & Ellie Holcomb launched their First Annual Christmas Auction Benefitting International Justice Mission (IJM). The couple, who have been longtime friends and partners with the organization over their careers, announced the initiative on their socials via a live video last night and have put up incredible experiences and prizes up for grabs. The auction is now open and runs all this week before it wraps up on December 15th. Visit the auction and place bids here.