Russell Dickerson Joins Country Countdown USA as Weekend Co-Host

Nashville, TN (September 13, 2025) - Country star Russell Dickerson co-hosted this weekend’s edition of Country Countdown USA, filling in on the Top 5 countdown and sharing behind-the-scenes stories from his new album and tour.

Nut Graf Bringing fresh energy to the radio airwaves, Dickerson stepped behind the mic for the nationally syndicated show, promoting his recently released album Famous Back Home and previewing his upcoming fall RussellMania tour.

Key Highlights

  • Dickerson counted down his Top 5 hit “Matters To Me” before diving into album anecdotes.
  • He revealed how Thomas Rhett’s pass on “Never Leave” led him to record the track himself.
  • The artist recounted high-school marching band memories that inspired the “Happen To Me” video’s marching-band sequence.
  • During casual banter, Dickerson praised Luke Combs’s family-first approach on the road and teased new music from emerging artist Shaboozey.

Tour Tease Dickerson also reminded listeners that his fall RussellMania tour kicks off next month, encouraging fans to grab tickets early and catch his dynamic live show.

Subhead: Album Stories and Personal Insights Russell opened up about his creative process for Famous Back Home, explaining that “family” rather than fame now drives his songwriting. He recounted discovering “Never Leave” through Thomas Rhett, who ultimately passed on the song during a listening session at Dickerson’s home.

Subhead: Radio Fun and Fan Engagement Listeners enjoyed Dickerson’s behind-the-scenes tales, including his high-school marching-band days and the on-set challenges filming the “Happen To Me” video, which features a full marching band in spirited choreography.

Subhead: Looking Ahead As co-host for 9/13-14, Dickerson wrapped the show by urging fans to stay tuned for tour announcements and teased “surprises” for his next studio project, promising continued momentum following his recent Platinum certifications and chart success.