Country Radio Broadcasters officially announced the highly anticipated lineup for the New Faces of Country Music Show taking place during Country Radio Seminar 2026. This year’s prestigious showcase features performances from Kelsey Hart, Ella Langley, Chase Matthew, John Morgan, Meghan Patrick, and Josh Ross. Scheduled for March 18–20 at the Omni Nashville Hotel, the event serves as a critical platform for artists who have achieved significant momentum within the country radio industry. The Academy of Country Music and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital co-partner for this evening, which remains a cornerstone of the annual convention.
The New Faces of Country Music Show carries a fifty year legacy of identifying the future leaders of the genre since its debut in 1970. This specific event provides radio programmers and industry executives a first look at the musicians currently shaping the airwaves. Registration for the full seminar is available for $698, while individual tickets for this specific showcase are priced at $110 with limited availability. The inclusion of these six artists highlights their distinct successes and the professional impact they have made throughout the recent qualification period. This evening stands as a definitive moment for the Nashville music community to celebrate rising talent.
The vocal power and stage presence displayed by these performers verify their positions as the next major forces in country music.