Tyler Childers and Senora May released a cover version of the song "Planting By The Signs" on Friday [1, 2].
The collaboration supports community media in the U.S. by directing a portion of the track's proceeds to WKMS, a public-radio station based in Kentucky [2].
The song originally appeared on an album of the same name released by S.G. Goodman in 2025 [3]. This new version brings together three prominent figures in the regional music scene to highlight a work of contemporary songwriting.
Details regarding the release indicate that the deluxe edition of "Planting By The Signs" includes five bonus tracks [1]. The project emphasizes the interconnectedness of the Kentucky music community, a region where Childers and May have deep ties.
By partnering with WKMS, the artists are leveraging their commercial reach to provide financial support for non-commercial broadcasting. This type of philanthropic release is common among regional artists seeking to preserve the infrastructure of local arts and news reporting [2].
The track is now available across major streaming platforms. While the original 2025 release established the song's initial footprint, the cover version expands its visibility through the combined fanbases of Childers and May [1, 3].
“Proceeds from the cover will benefit WKMS public radio.”
This release demonstrates a strategic use of celebrity influence to support public media infrastructure. By tying a commercial music release to a specific non-profit entity like WKMS, Childers and May are reinforcing the economic link between independent artists and the public-radio stations that often provide their first platforms for discovery.
