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Voices of America Country Music Fest with Lainey Wilson, Jo Dee Messina, and more

Aug 11, 2023  ·  Voice of America MetroPark, West Chester, OH Voice of America MetroPark, West Chester, OH

Voices of America Country Music Fest
Aug 11
Voices of America Country Music Fest
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Lainey Wilson, a celebrated country artist from Louisiana, won CMA and ACM Entertainer of the Year, and a Grammy for Best Country Album. Known for hits like “Heart Like A Truck” and collaborations with Cole Swindell and HARDY, she's also an actress, appearing on Yellowstone. Recently inducted into the Grand Ole Opry, Lainey's storytelling and talent have made her a beloved figure in country music.
Jo Dee Messina, from Framingham, MA, became a '90s country star with crossover appeal. Known for hits like "Heads Carolina, Tails California" and "Bye Bye," she collaborated with Tim McGraw. Her 1998 album "I'm Alright" made her the first female country artist with three multi-week number ones from a single album. She earned accolades from CMA and ACM and her 2000 album "Burn" went number one. Later, she launched her label, Dreambound Records.
Niko Moon, from Tyler, Texas, is known for his chart-topping single "Good Time." He has co-written hits for Morgan Wallen and Avicii and co-produced albums for the Zac Brown Band. A SESAC award-winner, Niko lives in Nashville with his family and founded the "Happy Cowboy Foundation."
Fort Worth, TX native infuses traditional Country with Rock 'n' Roll swagger, influenced by George Strait & Elvis Presley. Acclaimed for hits like "Honky Tonkin’ About," he's performed at The Grand Ole Opry and earned high praise from major media outlets. Known for electrifying shows and strong fanbase.
Riley Green, from Jacksonville, AL, is an acclaimed Country artist known for hits like "There Was This Girl" and "I Wish Grandpas Never Died." Named ACM’s 2020 New Male Artist of the Year, he has toured with Morgan Wallen and Luke Combs. His heartfelt style shines in collaborations with Thomas Rhett and Luke Combs.
Multi-platinum Chris Young, a Grand Ole Opry member, has 14 No. 1 singles, 9 billion streams, awards like CMT's Performance of the Year, and global tours to his name.
Born in Pennsylvania, Gabby Barrett is a multi-platinum Country singer known for hits like "I Hope" and "The Good Ones." Her debut single "I Hope" topped charts, making her the youngest solo female artist with a #1 debut in over 20 years. With over 3 billion global streams, she’s won the Billboard Women in Music 2022’s Rising Star Award, and co-hosted ACM Awards.
American Idol winner Chayce Beckham, from California, captivates with his country-rock style & hits like PLATINUM single "23." Known for raw, heartfelt songwriting, he's molded by diverse influences from Johnny Cash to hip hop. Nominated for CMT's Breakthrough Male Video, tours with Luke Bryan and Parker McCollum.
Country star Tyler Braden from Alabama crafts raw, heartfelt music. Known for hits like "Try Losing One," he's collaborated with Luke Bryan and more. With 630M+ streams, his debut LP "a devil and a prayer" is set to showcase his rock-infused style.
Georgia-born Megan Moroney is a rising Country star, celebrated for her hits "No Caller ID" and "Tennessee Orange." Her sophomore album *Am I Okay?* debuted at No. 9 on the Billboard 200 in 2024. Moroney has won Breakthrough Female Video of the Year at the 2023 CMT Music Awards and several other accolades. Known for her emotive style, she's a defining new voice in Country music.
Chase Rice, a Nashville star born in Florida, is known for his evolving country sound. With hits like "Eyes On You" and "Drinkin' Beer. Talkin' God. Amen." he's sold 2.6M albums globally. His album "Ignite the Night" hit No. 1 on Billboard's Top Country Albums chart, solidifying his place in the industry.
Ashland Craft, born in Piedmont, SC, is known for her honky-tonk style and country music flair. Her debut album, "TRAVELIN’ KIND," earned her a spot on CMT’s Next Women of Country 2021 and Pandora’s Country Artists to Watch. Hailed as a "country badass" by American Songwriter, she has toured with Luke Bryan, Ashley McBryde, and more. Influenced by Shania Twain, Chris Stapleton, and others, Craft shines with tracks like “I Smoke Weed” featuring Brothers Osborne on HIXTAPE: Vol. 2.
John Morgan, from Sylva, NC, blends bluegrass roots and country. Known for hits with Jason Aldean, he’s a Grammy nominee and opened for major stars. Notable song: “If I Didn’t Love You.”
Nashville's own Lauren Watkins, a true country voice with hits like "Introducing: Lauren Watkins," thrives under Nicolle Galyon's mentorship at Songs & Daughters/Big Loud. Notable for authentic, rooted sound & tours with Morgan Wallen, Conner Smith.
Old Dominion, known for their skyscraping anthems, clever lyrics, and hook-heavy sound, have notched nine No. 1 singles, earned multiple Platinum certifications, and are 7x ACM and 6x CMA Group of the Year winners, celebrated for their electrifying live shows.
Jake Owen, born in Florida, is a country music star known for his laid-back style and hits like "Barefoot Blue Jean Night." With 10 No.1 singles and collaborations with Big Loud Records, he's celebrated for albums like Greetings From... Jake and American Love. Owen boasts several gold/platinum certifications and an ACM award.
Matt Stell, a RECORDS Nashville multi-platinum Country artist, known for hits “Prayed For You” and “Everywhere But On,” has amassed over 500 million streams. With TV appearances on GMA and Colbert, he’s supported Miranda Lambert, and collaborated with Cheat Codes and Dierks Bentley. He founded Give A Damn Foundation, aiding charities like St. Jude and the Humane Society.
Alabama, formed by cousins Randy Owen, Teddy Gentry, and Jeff Cook, revived country bands in the late '70s with a blend of country and rock. The band, rooted in Alabama, gained fame with hits like "Tennessee River" and achieved 27 number-one singles in the '80s. They secured multiple awards and had seven multi-platinum albums. Alabama's signature sound and remarkable success, particularly with their seamless harmonies and crossover appeal, set a high bar in country music. Their influence continues, even after multiple reunions and the passing of band member Jeff Cook.
Georgia native and Air Force vet Austin Snell blends hard rock and country, creating "grunge country." Nashville newcomer, known for "Excuse the Mess," received SiriusXM Highway Find and was chosen for the Artist Accelerator program.

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