The 706 Digest: July 2026

July boasted greats tracks by Brandon Flowers, Beyonce, Orville Peck, Beck, Madonna, Kacey Musgraves , Dexter and the Moonrocks, and more.

New Album Review: Ashley McBryde- Wild

The country-rock maverick achieves another artistic peak with an LP that grapples with an addiction's aftermath.

Returns from leading country ladies like Kacey Musgraves & Jo Dee Messina, and a pop onslaught from Taylor, Harry, Bruno, Raye, Lizzo & Nick.

Our annual list concludes with career highs from Tyler Childers, Amanda Shires, Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Sam Fender & more.

The back half of our best 2025 albums includes Turnstile, Benson Boone, Franz Ferdinand, Van Morrison, Mumford & Sons, Marty Stuart, & more.

The bluegrass darling explores new realms of her artistry, in her typically exquisite fashion.