Middle of Nowhere, released May 1, gives listeners a collection of 13 songs that explore Musgraves’ growth through independence and escape. If you haven’t yet heard these tracks, then your new homework is to dedicate 44 minutes of your week to giving them a listen. After experiencing the album in its entirety, here is a ranking of the songs one by one, so feel free to read below as you listen!

After surviving two heart attacks in 2024, Colt Ford is stepping back into the spotlight with a new album and a fresh outlook. The country music trailblazer opens up about his recovery, his return to the stage, and the sound that’s always set him apart.