Get to know Country to Country: C2C 2024 Headliners
Are you ready for a weekend of country music's best!!
Last updated 9th Jan 2024
Old Dominion
Straight from the heart of country, Nashville, Tennessee, U.S. This modern American country music band began in 2007 with lead singer Matthew Ramsey, Trevor Rosen on guitar and keyboard, Whit Sellers on drums, Geoff Sprung on bass, and Brad Tursi on guitar. Having most recently been awarded Group of the Year at the 2023 American Country Music Awards, it's hard to believe that they began as friend group made up of aspiring songwriters. Headlining the festivals opening night with hits such as One-Man Band, Memory Lane and Hotel Key. Make sure to get your tickets for an amazing opening night.
Brothers Osborne
A brother hood duo made up by T.J Osbourne on lead vocals, rhythm guitar and John Osborne on lead guitar and background vocals. Being a part of the iconic country music EMI Records Nashville, sharing a label with Keith Urban, Carrie Underwood and Little Big Town, the brotherly duo has 3.9 million monthly on Spotify with their musical style incorporating classic country with a rock edge.
Elle King
Who could ever forget Kings 2015 hit song Ex's & Oh's, with her distinct voice and not to forget iconic music video. Kings was classified as blues rock by Nylon, evidently through her songs such as Drunk and her cover of Jersey Giant by Tyler Childers. Her ability to incorporate various musical genres into her work, places the artist as a force to be reckoned with, especially within the country music scene and one you should always keep an eye on.
Drake Milligan
Best known for portraying none other than Elvis Presley on the CMT series Sun Records and appearing on both American Idol and Americas Got Talent. Milligan has skyrocketed his own musical career with singles Sounds Like Something I'd Do and Honky Tonkin' About. He may only be 25 years of age, but this up-and-coming artist is another star ready to make his way into the country music scene.
Kane Brown
With musical genres of country, country pop and R&B, Kane Brown is the ultimate artist bringing country music to mainstream media attention. Having acquired his fanbase from posting home videos on social media, his cover of Lee Brice's I Don't Dance was one video that gained the artist wide attention. With 3 studio albums and 5 tours, Kane is no stranger to pumping up a crowd.
Carly Pearce
This American country music singer and songwriter gained recognition in the country music scene for her heartfelt lyrics, authentic storytelling, and emotive vocal delivery. Having moved to Nashville, Tennessee to pursue her dreams, she later signed with Sony Music followed by the release of her 2012 debut single Blame. Since having her 2017 breakthrough hit Every Little Thing that topped the Billboard Country Airplay chart. Pearce has continued to make her mark in country music. She most recently won Best County Duo/Group Performance at the 2023 Grammy Awards alongside Ashley McBryde.
Lauren Alaina
Having first gained widespread media attention as runner- up on the tenth season of American Idol, it was her second studio album that solidified her place within country music. Her album Road Less Travelled was released in 2017, with its title track becoming a chart-topping single. In addition to her solo career, she has collaborated with artists like Dustin lynch and Kane Brown whom she featured on his single What Ifs.
Introducing Nashville
Introducing Nashville is set to return after its widely successful 2022 debut. The Country Music Association's international series Introducing Nashville will the feature three Nashville songwriters who will be taking the main stage to share their work and their stories. This year Conner Smith, Karley Scott Collins and Lauren Watkins will take to the stage for a Nashville-style songwriters round.
Brad Paisley
C2C will have none other than the country icon that is Brad Paisley headlining the festivals closing night. His distinctive blend of traditional and contemporary country music, mixed with his impressive guitar skills, and witty lyrics places this artist as an All-American country music star who has rightfully been celebrated as one of the genres most influential artists. Paisley has released an abundance of chart-topping albums including Mud on the Tires, Time Well Wasted, 5th Gear, American Saturday Night and This Is Country Music, among others. Many of his songs have become iconic in the country music genre, such as She's Everything, Whiskey Lullaby (a duet with Alison Krauss), Ticks, and his Remind Me duet with Carrie Underwood.
Jake Owen
Known for his laid-back, beachy vibe and a string of hit songs has made this artist a prominent figure in the country music scene. His signature style helped him to build a dedicated fanbase with his third studio album, Barefoot Blue Jean Night, that was released in 2011, becoming his first No. 1 single on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. Having continued to deliver chart-topping singles and maintain his reputation as a fun-loving and carefree country artist, some of his other well-known songs include Beachin', Real Life and Good Company.
Brian Kelley
Best known as a member of the Nashville- based duo Florida Georgia Line, which achieved widespread recognition for its contributions to the country music genre. Releasing their debut single Cruise in 2012, the duos hit catapulted them to instant stardom. Cruise not only topped the country charts but also achieved multi-platinum status, becoming one of the best-selling digital singles in history. Having multiple hits singles like Dirt and Confession the duos blend of traditional country with elements of rock and pop appealed them to a wider audience. In 2021 Kelley announced he was working on solo projects, including the release of his solo EP BK's Wave Pack. He has since released more music and launched his own record label, Nashville South Records.
Priscilla Block
Her song Just About Over You went viral on TikTok in 2020, reaching Nashville music executives who immediately signed the artist to Mercury Nashville, realising the song as an official single in 2021. Block may be new to the country music scene but with her musical blend of country music with pop and southern rock, this is just the beginning for this artist.
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