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"Dirt on My Boots," Capitol Nashville artist Jon Pardi's follow-up to #1 single "Head Over Boots," is now Top 15 at Country radio. Alt/rock group Spoon is back with a hot new track on Matador. Republic/Photo Finish duo Marian Hill are experiencing a breakout moment with "Down," which is exploding on the heels of an Apple TV ad. What do these acts have in common? They've all been added to our Vibe Raters roundup of buzzing acts poised to break of course.

Follow the links for more info, and start your weekend off right with the official Vibe Raters Spotify playlist below.

FIREAID SETS SUPERSTAR LINEUP, EXPANDS TO FORUM
Everybody who's anybody will be performing. (1/16a)
SPOTIFY CANCELS GRAMMY-WEEK EVENTS, DONATES TO FIREAID, MUSICARES, MORE
Yet another shoe drops. (1/16a)
PERSHING SQUARE PUSHES TO SET UP U.S. LISTING FOR UMG
Ackman won't take no for an answer. (1/16a)
ACADEMY TELESCOPES GRAMMY WEEK EVENTS
The show must go on, with modifications. (1/15a)
I LOVE L.A.
Simon Glickman on his adopted hometown (1/16a)
NOW WHAT?
We have no fucking idea.
COUNTRY'S NEWEST DISRUPTOR
Three chords and some truth you may not be ready for.
AI IS ALREADY EATING YOUR LUNCH
The kids can tell the difference... for now.
WHO'S BUYING THE DRINKS?
That's what we'd like to know.
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