The Highway: Today's Country Music

Kelsea Ballerini, Morgan Wallen, Carly Pearce, Luke Combs, Thomas Rhett

What You'll Hear

Today's country hits with appearances from artists like Kelsea Ballerini, Morgan Wallen, Carly Pearce, Luke Combs, and Thomas Rhett.

Lanie Gardner named the Newest 'Highway Find'

With a genre-bending artistic edge and her unique eye for moments that matter, Lanie Gardner is a modern country talent whose vision is developing fast. With her sophomore album, Faded Polaroids, the singer-songwriter puts hard-earned truth squarely in the frame. Hear her Indie-rock grit and heartland twang on The Highway (Ch. 56).

Music Row Happy Hour

Fast-track your weekends by attending the party country music fans can’t get enough of—and you just might end up on-air with The Highway’s Buzz Brainard.Learn more about Music Row Happy Hour

Spread the word

Give your favorite Highway sounds a shout-out with merch that brings it home, takes it on the road, and fits to a tee! Check out this host-signed, limited-edition poster plus a wide variety of accessories and apparel from tumblers to totes inspired by country fans’ go-to channel. Visit the SiriusXM store.

Ring in 2026 Country-Music Style with New Year's Eve Live: Nashville's Big Bash

The Highway (Ch. 56) rings in 2026 with a live ad-free simulcast of New Year's Eve Live: Nashville's Big Bash, featuring performances by Lainey Wilson, Bailey Zimmerman, Jason Aldean and more, with commentary from Highway host Ania Hammar. Listen to the live simulcast of the CBS TV special on New Year's Eve, Wednesday 12/31 from 8pm - 1:30am ET.

Featured Show

The Highway With Buzz Brainard

Buzz Brainard got his love for country music from his dad’s pile of old records. “I would lay my head against the speakers of the old Zenith slide-top cabinet and listen to Johnny Cash, Loretta Lynn and Roger Miller for hours at a time.” All he has to do now is put on his headphones in the studio.

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The Highway with Emmatainment

Emmatainment crowns herself as a California cowgirl, somewhere between Gwen Stefani’s Cali reggae vibes and LeAnn Rimes’ cou …

Emmatainment crowns herself as a California cowgirl, somewhere between Gwen Stefani’s Cali reggae vibes and LeAnn Rimes’ country ballads. With her chronically online perspective, she’s your go-to girly for all things new in country music—from viral TikTok hits, to emerging artists, and 90s / early 00s throwbacks. When she’s not on air, you’ll find her at a country bar, karaoke mic in hand, belting out Alan Jackson’s “Chattahoochee” like it's a national anthem.

Hot 30 Weekend Countdown

The Highway's countdown of the 30 hottest new country songs according to you! Plus the week's Top Pandora Thumbed Songs of t …

The Highway's countdown of the 30 hottest new country songs according to you! Plus the week's Top Pandora Thumbed Songs of the week, the Weekend Watch List of North American events, and more! Hosted by Buzz Brainard.

On The Horizon

It's The Highway's outlet for new music and artist discovery! We canvas Nashville, the web and beyond to introduce you to ar …

It's The Highway's outlet for new music and artist discovery! We canvas Nashville, the web and beyond to introduce you to artists and songs you very well may have heard before. Hosted by Ania Hammar.

The Highway with Jessica Wade

You may not have grown up with the same kind of folks or raised horses and chickens, but Jessica Wade considers you family i …

You may not have grown up with the same kind of folks or raised horses and chickens, but Jessica Wade considers you family if you share her taste in music. She adores artists like Dierks Bentley, Shania Twain and songwriter Shane Minor -- music that describes your life, makes you think and smile.

The Highway

Country music from the hottest country superstars to new artist discoveries direct from Nashville. Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen …

Country music from the hottest country superstars to new artist discoveries direct from Nashville. Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, Kane Brown, Lainey Wilson, up and coming new artists.

Highway Mornings with Cody Alan

Non-stop fun and entertainment to help get your day going. Multi-award winning On-Air Personality of the Year Cody Alan deli …

Non-stop fun and entertainment to help get your day going. Multi-award winning On-Air Personality of the Year Cody Alan delivers the latest in country music, pop culture, and entertainment. Whether chatting with celebrity guests, taking listener calls, or sharing his own personal stories, Cody brings a fresh and fun perspective to the airwaves.

The Highway With Macie Banks

Macie Banks is a Georgia girl through-and-through, but you may be surprised to learn that she didn't grow up belting out wha …

Macie Banks is a Georgia girl through-and-through, but you may be surprised to learn that she didn't grow up belting out what you probably consider the "classics." It was the Rascal Flatts album in her Easter basket in middle school that opened her eyes to a whole new world. By that time, she already knew she had loved the camera (and the microphone), but over time, she found her passion. And today, she presents Country Music's Next Generation on The Highway!

The Highway With Buzz Brainard

Buzz Brainard got his love for country music from his dad’s pile of old records. “I would lay my head against the speakers o …

The Highway with Ania Hammar

Growing up in MA, Ania Hammar didn't discover country music until high school, but after hearing artists and groups like LeA …

Growing up in MA, Ania Hammar didn't discover country music until high school, but after hearing artists and groups like LeAnn Rimes, Martina McBride, Sugarland, Keith Urban and Rascal Flatts for the first time, she was hooked. Since then, she's fallen even more in love with the storytelling and songwriting our Highway artists bring to the table, and she's the first to admit that she's a total fan-girl. Ania brings good neews, pop culture, mental health and hot takes weeknights on The Highway.

Music Row Happy Hour

Buzz Brainard joins Highway fans from across North America, surprise artists and other guests, bringing in the weekend live …

Buzz Brainard joins Highway fans from across North America, surprise artists and other guests, bringing in the weekend live at Chief's On Broadway in Downtown Nashville.

The Highway With Tommy

Tommy Massad fell in love with country music as a child, singing along to the radio in his parents’ car. After college and a …

Tommy Massad fell in love with country music as a child, singing along to the radio in his parents’ car. After college and a long drive from his hometown of Austin, he arrived in Nashville to start a career in country music with SiriusXM. Now, Tommy is a Highway radio host, a songwriter, and a roadie touring with Kenny Chesney for SiriusXM’s No Shoes Radio. From the airwaves, to the writer’s rooms, to the tour bus, Tommy’s made a lot of memories and witnessed all the beauty in how country music is made from start to finish. This music is a force for good in the world–find connection and community with Tommy on the radio.

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Buzz Brainard

Buzz Brainard was raised on country music and his dad’s old vinyl records. His journey to Nashville and radio has taken him from Michigan to NYC to Los Angeles. Brainard has worked as the voice of Disney Channel, hosted shows such as This Week In Baseball and Maximum Exposure, and appeared in films, TV shows, and commercials. It’s been a crazy ride, but Brainard feels at home here in Music City with his SiriusXM family. In addition to his love of music, it’s golf, bourbon, and baseball for Buzz.

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Jessica Wade

Jessica has spent 40 years playing music on the radio; more than 20 at SiriusXM. Originally from a small town in upstate New York – she grew up with horses, dogs, chickens, tractors, motocross, snowmobiles, hockey, and barn parties. It was American Rock, Canadian Rock, Hair Metal, Country – you name it, we lived it. Failed musician and music superfan.

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Ania Hammar

Growing up in Massachusetts, Ania Hammar didn’t discover country music until high school, but after hearing artists and groups like LeAnn Rimes, Martina McBride, Sugarland, Keith Urban, and Rascal Flatts for the first time, she was hooked. Since then, she’s fallen even more in love with the storytelling and songwriting our Highway artists bring to the table, and she’s the first to admit she’s a total fangirl. Catch her weekdays with Buzz Brainard during the Music Row Happy Hour before she takes over The Highway solo each night.

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Macie Banks

Macie Banks is a Georgia girl through-and-through, but you may be surprised to learn that she didn't grow up belting out what you probably consider the "classics." It was the Rascal Flatts album in her Easter basket in middle school that opened her eyes to a whole new world. By that time, she already knew she had loved the camera (and the microphone), but over time, she found her passion. Catch Macie Banks (that's Macie with an i e) weekdays 12 pm – 4 pm ET on the Highway!

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Tommy Massad

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Cody Alan

Cody Alan is as beloved by the Nashville stars he covers, as he is by country music fans. As TV host of CMT’s flagship music show, his face is seen weekly on Hot 20 Countdown. On radio, he’s been heard by millions, making him “Country’s Renaissance Man” (Radio Ink), and the ultimate insider. His popular memoir Hear’s The Thing was released in 2021, which features many of Cody’s on air adventures, his coming out story, and the lessons learned by truly listening.Born in Columbia, South Carolina, Cody leapt at the first opportunity to be heard on the airwaves at age fifteen. With a single-minded determination to succeed, he built his reputation as a highly regarded radio host over the next two decades. He has won multiple awards including being named 2021 National On-Air Personality of the Year by the Country Music Association, as well as the Academy of Country Music’s Personality of the Year twice. Additionally, he was a nine-time recipient of the Country Music Director of the Year award during his tenure in Dallas, Texas.Cody has opened up beyond the microphone, allowing many country fans to see themselves in his journey. At the start of 2017, Cody made national headlines by boldly coming out as gay. He partners with GLAAD to host the annual Concert for Love and Acceptance. Most recently, Cody received the 2022 Visibility Award from the Human Rights Campaign for his efforts leading in the LGBTQ+ community.Cody’s support for the military has been a key aspect of his efforts to give back. Over the years, he’s traveled around the globe to support the men and women of the armed forces at US military bases in Bahrain, Alaska, Arizona, Washington, South Korea, Florida, and more. With the inclusion of the American Forces Network, Cody’s shows have been heard on over 1000 bases and naval carriers in 160 countries.Keith Urban—the man himself—said Cody “makes Ryan Seacrest look like a slacker.” Cody is a father of two, and when he’s not on the air, enjoys spending time with his partner and family. He was also named one of “Nashville’s Most Beautiful People” by Nashville Lifestyles magazine.

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Ashley Till

Ashley is originally from Indiana but calls Tennessee home. She is most definitely southern at heart. The biggest joy in her life is being a mom to two little ones. When she’s not on the radio, you can find Ashley either in her craft room or out in the barn. She has a mini farm and owns rescue horses, pigs, and LOTS of chickens! Chicken math is real! (Just look it up.)

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