Nelly and Tiera Kennedy

Nelly, born Cornell Iral Haynes, Jr., is a St. Louis-based rapper known for hits like "Hot in Herre," "Dilemma," and "Shake Ya Tailfeather." With a mix of country and street style, he achieved crossover appeal, earning Grammy awards and six consecutive Top Ten albums. Nelly's collaborations span genres, working with artists like Kelly Rowland, Justin Timberlake, and Tim McGraw. His versatile style led to a country-pop fusion in the 2021 album "Heartland." Well-known for catchy hooks and commercial success, his career includes albums like the diamond-certified "Country Grammar."

Alabama native Tiera Kennedy brings vitality to Country music with her celestial voice and songwriting. She's collaborated on Beyoncé’s Grammy-nominated album **Cowboy Carter**, appeared in a Dolly Parton video, and is mentored by pop-country star Shania Twain.