Introduction
More than a decade after his American Idol win, Scotty McCreery is still a powerhouse in country music, and he’s not hitting the brakes anytime soon! The acclaimed singer recently took to Instagram on June 26th, 2025, to drop some thrilling news about his upcoming projects.
Get ready, fans, because McCreery announced his brand-new EP, “Scotty and Friends,” is set to arrive on July 18th. This exciting release will feature collaborations with various artists, including the much-anticipated single, “Bottle Rockets,” featuring the iconic Hootie & the Blowfish. The buzz is already building, with the Opry’s official Instagram even dubbing “Bottle Rockets” the “song of the summer” earlier this month!
Diving into Radio: “Prime Country with Scotty McCreery”
But that’s not all McCreery has in store for his fans this summer. As Billboard reported, he’s also stepping into a new role as a SiriusXM host this July! This incredible opportunity will offer listeners an exclusive look into the country music that has shaped McCreery’s career and his heart.
His new monthly show, “Prime Country with Scotty McCreery,” kicks off on July 5th. True to its name, the show will highlight the best of ’80s and ’90s country music, an era McCreery holds dear. He shared with Billboard, “I love country music from every decade, but the country music of the ’80s and ’90s is probably my favorite era of music.” This passion is evident, especially given his collaboration with Hootie & the Blowfish, whose heyday was in the ’90s.
Each episode will be a carefully curated journey through McCreery’s personal favorites. He plans to share unique stories behind his selections, offering fans an intimate look into his musical influences. “I’ll be sharing stories of how an artist influenced me, or how I met them or something we may have experienced together on the road or backstage at an awards show or the Opry,” he revealed. Get ready for some never-before-heard tales from McCreery’s rich musical life!
Bringing the Opry Magic to Your Speakers
McCreery’s deep connection to the Grand Ole Opry will also be a highlight of his new show. Becoming an official Opry member in 2024 was a dream come true for the singer, who famously stated at his induction, “This was Little Scotty McCreery’s dream come true tonight.” He’s graced the legendary stage numerous times since, including a performance in early June 2025.
In a special touch, McCreery plans to bring some of that Opry magic directly to “Prime Country with Scotty McCreery.” He told Billboard, “Every month, I’ll also be sharing a live Opry performance that was recorded on that legendary stage during the ’80s or ’90s.” For his very first episode, listeners can look forward to a classic: a 1997 performance of Joe Diffie’s “Pickup Man.”
Tune in to “Prime Country with Scotty McCreery” on SiriusXM’s Prime Country at 3:00 PM to catch all the action!