Country Music News Roundup: New Duet, Tour Dates, and Album Releases

Radney Foster and Kelly Willis collaborate, Maddox Batson kicks off tour, and Flatland Cavalry announce new album

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

This country music news update covers several notable developments in the industry, including the release of a new duet between Radney Foster and Kelly Willis, the launch of Maddox Batson's Live Worldwide Tour, and the upcoming album and tour announcement from Flatland Cavalry.

Why it matters

These stories highlight the continued creativity and activity within the country music scene, providing fans with new music, live performances, and album releases to look forward to in the coming months.

The details

Radney Foster and Kelly Willis have released a new duet called "The One They Call," which was inspired by the love story of Army Sgt. 1st Class Matthew Chapman and his wife, Debbi Chapman. The song was written during a SongwritingWith:Soldiers retreat. Maddox Batson is kicking off his Live Worldwide Tour on Tuesday in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. The tour comes on the heels of Batson's recent single releases, including "Any Other Night" in January, with more new music expected. Flatland Cavalry will be launching their Work of Heart Tour on March 19 in Mobile, Alabama, ahead of the release of their new album of the same name on March 27.

  • Radney Foster and Kelly Willis' new duet "The One They Call" is out now.
  • Maddox Batson's Live Worldwide Tour begins on Tuesday, February 14, 2026 in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.
  • Flatland Cavalry's Work of Heart Tour will launch on March 19, 2026, and their new album will be released on March 27, 2026.

The players

Radney Foster

A country music singer-songwriter known for his collaborations and solo work.

Kelly Willis

A country music singer-songwriter who has collaborated with Radney Foster on their new duet.

Maddox Batson

A rising country music artist who is kicking off his Live Worldwide Tour.

Flatland Cavalry

A country music band that is launching their Work of Heart Tour and releasing a new album of the same name.

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What they’re saying

“The One They Call" was inspired by the love story of Army Sgt. 1st Class Matthew Chapman and his wife, Debbi Chapman.”

— Radney Foster and Kelly Willis

The takeaway

This country music news roundup showcases the ongoing creativity and activity within the genre, with new music, tours, and album releases providing fans with plenty to look forward to in the coming months.