CRS 2025 New Faces of Country Music Lineup Announced: Meet Tomorrow's Stars

December 11, 2024
CRS 2025 New Faces of Country Music Lineup Announced: Meet Tomorrow's Stars
  • Warren Zeiders achieved a No. 1 hit on Country Airplay with 'Pretty Little Poison' and has recently released a new single titled 'Relapse.'

  • Drew Baldridge's single 'She's Somebody's Daughter' reached the top 5 on Billboard's Country Airplay chart earlier this year, showcasing his rising popularity.

  • New eligibility criteria for the show now include the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, which factors in streaming and digital sales alongside traditional airplay.

  • The 2025 showcase is co-sponsored by the Academy of Country Music and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, and will take place in Nashville from February 19 to February 21, 2025.

  • This will be the last year under the current guidelines for the New Faces of Country Music Show, as the CRB Board has updated eligibility and selection criteria to reflect the digital evolution of the genre.

  • The Country Radio Broadcasters have announced the lineup for the New Faces of Country Music Show at the upcoming CRS 2025, featuring emerging artists Drew Baldridge, Ashley Cooke, Dasha, Zach Top, and Warren Zeiders.

  • For over 50 years, the New Faces of Country Music Show has highlighted emerging talent in the country music genre, serving as a key platform for new artists.

  • The qualification period for artists to be considered for CRS 2025 runs from November 1, 2023, to October 31, 2024, ensuring that only the most relevant talents are showcased.

  • Ashley Cooke's breakthrough hit 'Your Place' earned her a nomination for the Academy of Country Music Award for new female artist of the year.

  • Dasha has made waves in the industry with her song 'Austin,' which reached the top 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 3 on the Hot Country Songs chart in 2023.

  • Since its inception in 1970, this showcase has been pivotal in launching the careers of numerous major country stars, making it a significant event for industry professionals.

  • Past performers of the New Faces show include major artists like Tim McGraw, Taylor Swift, and Miranda Lambert, highlighting its importance in the country music landscape.

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