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NASHVILLE, TN – September 15, 2025 – Multi-Platinum chart-topper and “country hitmaker” (Sports Illustrated) Russell Dickerson is “hitting new heights” (Billboard) landing his sixth career No. 1 on Country Aircheck/MediaBase and Billboard Country Charts this week with “Happen to Me.” Since its release, the “lighthearted” (MusicRow) single has racked up over 200 million global streams, marking the “rising star's” (Vulture) biggest streaming debut to date. Recently certified RIAA PLATINUM, the “global hit” (FortNash) has also spent multiple weeks at No. 1 on SiriusXM’s The Highway, Canada and UK Country Radio Charts, continues its climb on the Billboard Hot 100, and is breaking into pop formats—already reaching the Top 20 on Hot AC and cracking the Top 40 (No. 37) across all genres. The single comes from Dickerson’s highly acclaimed new album, FAMOUS BACK HOME, which showcases his signature blend of heartfelt storytelling and high-energy country hits. Stream “Happen To Me” HERE, and FAMOUS BACK HOME HERE.

Adding to his success, Dickerson, hailed as “one of country’s hottest acts” (Holler) and praised for bringing “a party on stage” (People), delivered a show-stopping performance of his No. 1 single “Happen to Me” live from ESPN’s College GameDay in Knoxville,TN this past Saturday (9/13) — watch HERE.

Multi-Platinum chart-topper and Triple Tigers entertainer Russell Dickerson is no stranger to the grind. The country headliner first broke through by wearing his heart on his sleeve, launching a string of five deeply romantic No. 1 hits—“Yours” (3X Platinum), “Blue Tacoma” (2X Platinum), “Love You Like I Used To” (2X Platinum), “Every Little Thing” (Platinum), and “God Gave Me a Girl.” He followed that success with the slinky, soul-infused “She Likes It” (with Jake Scott) (2X Platinum), further showcasing his genre-blending style. Often inspired by his happy home life, they powered a rise which now includes 3 Billion career streams, industry-wide accolades and a solid reputation for lyrical brilliance, rooted in feel-good reflection and paired a good-natured grin. But what fans of his singles couldn’t always see was Dickerson’s fiery, sold-out tour showmanship. That changes with his highly acclaimed fourth studio album, FAMOUS BACK HOME. Blending the tender family man with the wild-eyed performer from his SOLD-OUT RUSSELLMANIA TOUR 2025, the project marks a new era of confidence and creative range. Leading with the dance-floor-ready single “Happen to Me” (Platinum), a seize-the-moment rocker full of sonic swagger, the track has hit No. 1 on Country Radio, landed on the Billboard Hot 100, and scored Dickerson’s biggest streaming debut week yet. FAMOUS BACK HOME delivers a bold blend of country-soul, ‘80s rock, and modern pop—pushing sonic boundaries while keeping Dickerson’s signature heart-on-sleeve sincerity. It’s his most personal and dynamic project yet. For more, visit RussellDickerson.com.