Lineup: 8:30pm - 9:00pm         Dusty Black 9:00pm - 9:30pm         Stevie Woodward 9:30pm - 10:00pm        Spencer Hatcher\ 10:00pm - 10:30pm       Lakelin Lemmings 10:30pm - 11:00pm       Ben Gallaher 11:00pm - 11:30pm       Adam Sanders 11:30pm - 12:00am       Matt Cooper 12:00am - 12:30am       2 Lane Summer 2 Lane Summer Joe Hanson and Chris Ray may have taken different roads to Nashville—Joe migrating south from Illinois and Chris heading north from Mississippi—but when they started crossing paths in Music Row writing rooms, the fast friends soon realized how much they had in common. Both were multi-instrumentalists who’d grown up singing in church and with a musical DNA that also incorporated country and soulful pop. When Joe and Chris began to harmonize vocally, the power, precision and emotional impact of that blend quickly revealed that these two men were born to sing together. Converging as 2 Lane Summer, the duo had already built a strong fan base on social media before signing with Quartz Hill Records. 2 Lane Summer’s debut album, Flawless—a feel-good collection of uplifting songs celebrating the healing power of romantic, brotherly and Godly love—is available now. Adam Sanders Named as “one of Music Row’s hottest rising country artists and songwriters” by American Songwriter, Adam Sanders has earned his reputation as a Taste of Country Riser - Artist to Watch in 2026. Since moving to Nashville from Lake City FL, Adam has toured with country’s best – Eric Church, Thomas Rhett, Luke Bryan, Cole Swindell, Dustin Lynch, and many more. In the fall of 2025, Adam hit the road with Keith Urban on CBS and Paramount+’s The Road, produced by Blake Shelton and Taylor Sheridan, showcasing Adam’s singles, “Cat in a Hat,” "Bible In A House Fire" and "Get It If You Did It.” Adam was crowned the winner of the competition in December 2025. Blake Shelton and Keith Urban praised Adam throughout the season, applauding his entertainment skills both on and off the stage. In addition to Adam’s career as a touring artist, he is also signed to Liz Rose Music for publishing and has written a number of hit songs for Luke Bryan, Dierks Bentley, Blake Shelton, and Drew Baldridge, with over 70 cuts. Hitting the top of the charts with  #1 songs for Dustin Lynch’s “Hell of a Night” and Cole Swindell ‘s “You Ain’t Worth The Whiskey”, as well as a top 10 radio hit for Drew Baldridge’s “Tough People” and current country radio single, “Rebel”, the highly sought-after songwriter has also proven himself as a successful artist, with high-energy anthems like “What If I’m Right” earning him over 215 million global streams to date as he continues to carry the 1990’s and early 2000’s music torch with a modern approach. His current single, “His to Mine” was featured in the Yellowstone spin off, Marshals, reaching millions of viewers globally on Paramount Plus and is available now on all streaming platforms. Stevie Woodward Originally from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Stevie Woodward wrote her first song at age five and began playing solo gigs all over her home state at 14. A self-described rock ‘n’ roll girl, she is also a classically trained violinist (as well as an accomplished guitarist, pianist, harmonica, and ukulele player). Woodward, former lead singer of the ACM-nominated country trio Runaway June, studied songwriting and music business at Middle Tennessee State University before embarking on her career in Nashville. Ben Gallaher Ben Gallaher clocks back in with melody-driven country music and heartland rock on his arena-ready album Time, available now and anchored by his new, country radio single “I’ll Take You,” which he recently performed in-studio on The Kelly Clarkson Show. Raised in small-town Pennsylvania on the sounds of ’90s country greats like Brooks & Dunn, Tim McGraw, and BlackHawk, Gallaher hit the road as a teenager, launching a career that has taken him from club stages to national tours opening for Blake Shelton, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Hank Williams Jr., Lee Brice, Brantley Gilbert, Tyler Farr, and more. That journey eventually led him to Nashville, where he established himself as a true triple threat: singer, songwriter, and standout lead guitarist. In a city full of elite players, Gallaher’s melodic riffs and expressive solos set him apart, earning him a spot on Taste of Country’s list of the “20 Best Guitarists in Country Music” alongside heroes like Keith Urban, Vince Gill, Chet Atkins, and Brad Paisley. His viral “Stomp” guitar riff cemented his reputation, generating more than 60 million organic social views, inspiring over 10,000 fan-created videos, and drawing praise from artists including Peter Frampton and Kristin Chenoweth. Gallaher has been named one of Taste of Country’s “RISERS: 2026 Artists to Watch,” a Country Now “Country Next” artist and critically-lauded by outlets including American Songwriter, Billboard, Country Line, Holler, People, Rolling Stone, Wide Open Country and more. Hailed as a “Top 5 Song You Need to Know” by Rolling Stone Country upon its release, “I’ll Take You,” transforms a heartfelt ballad into a driving, guitar-fueled anthem that is currently rising at U.S. Country Radio where it was recently the No. 3 Most Added Song out-of-the-box. Dusty Black Stone Country Records’ Dusty Black emerges on Nashville’s vibrant music scene as an artist whose soulful, country melodies reflect a deep-rooted family legacy. Born in Texas and raised in Memphis, Dusty’s musical journey was influenced by his grandfather, Floyd Black “Junior,” who played banjo and guitar in Johnny Cash’s band, as well as by his father, Allen Black, whose country ballads instilled in Dusty a profound connection to the genre. Music always called to Dusty—a call he answered with unwavering passion after realizing life’s fleeting nature when his father passed away. Dusty’s transition from the business world to the music stage has been marked by impressive achievements, from earning over 18.5 million streams to opening for artists as diverse as Nelly, Gary LeVox (of Rascal Flatts), Stoney LaRue, Jimmie Allen, George Birge, Bryan Martin, Blanco Brown and Lauren Alaina. Dusty and his music have been featured in or on American Country Network, The Boot, CMT, CountryLine, Country Now, Country Rebel, Country Swag, Fort Nash, Heartland TV, Holler, MusicRow, People, Whiskey Riff , Whiskey Talking, The Ed Clay Show, 615 House and more. Joining veteran label head Benny Brown’s Stone Country Records was not just a career milestone but the fulfillment of a dream Dusty shared with his late father. Dusty channels his experiences and his heritage into songs that resonate with authenticity and heart, adding a unique voice to the country music landscape while inspiring others that it’s never too late to chase those childhood dreams. Dusty’s self-titled EP is available now. The six-track project introduces Dusty’s soulful brand of contemporary country—from hard-edged, rural rock anthems to tender, tuneful songs about romantic moments and family memories. Lekelin  Lemmings When you hear Lakelin Lemmings sing for the first time, you can’t help but feel like you’ve been listening to her forever. The 19-year-old singer-songwriter from West Tennessee is utterly approachable, and undeniably herself. She’s the all-American girl next door, with big dreams and the talent to achieve them. Lakelin began singing at age six and grew up listening to icons like Dolly Parton, Reba McEntire, Loretta Lynn and Lee Ann Womack, along with today’s stars Miranda Lambert and Carrie Underwood, and a heavy helping of Nineties pop. She signed her first Nashville publishing deal at just 17 years old and has since amassed more than 120,000 followers on TikTok. Connection and communication with her audience is what drives Lakelin’s songwriting. Get Around Boy, her debut EP on Quartz Hill Records, captures the emotional push-and-pull of small-town roots, restless ambition, faith, and modern country storytelling. The EP’s title track, “Get Around Boy,” is a contemporary-tinged road anthem that explores the personal cost of chasing dreams. The song is also Lakelin’s debut U.S. country radio single which debuted as a Top 5 Most Added Song in the format. Matt Cooper Quartz Hill Records’ Matt Cooper is a genre-blending country artist whose fresh, compelling sound also features elements of Americana, roots-pop and faith-based music. A native of Jacksonville, Florida, Cooper’s multifaceted talent has taken him on a remarkable journey from sports and acting to the Nashville music scene. First inspired by his mom’s piano playing, he later transitioned to guitar and began writing songs as a college freshman, influenced by contemporary singer-songwriters like Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran and Thomas Rhett. Cooper first achieved success as an independent artist with his solo-written, breakout hit “Ain’t Met Us Yet,” which debuted at No. 1 on the iTunes All Genre Singles Chart. Now signed to Quartz Hill Records, Cooper has amassed more than 1.7 million social media followers and over 234 million views on TikTok alone, prompting Fandom Daily to declare, “Matt Cooper isn’t just making music, he’s building a movement.” Recently signing with WME, Cooper has shared the stage with Jelly Roll, Chris Janson, Parmalee, Kameron Marlowe and more. He will make his CMA Fest debut on Sunday, June 7, performing on the Wrangler Remix Stage. As a songwriter, Cooper has a deep passion for storytelling, imbuing authenticity and true emotion into every song he creates, as evidenced by his debut radio single, the life-affirming “Highs & Lows.” Lauded as “an anthem” by Billboard and “a splashy debut” by Taste of Country, “Highs & Lows” has already earned more than 13 million streams to date, was the No. 1 Most Added Song at U.S. Country Radio (Mediabase) out-of-the-box and is currently climbing the charts. Named one of Taste of Country’s “RISERS: 2026 Artists to Watch,” Cooper’s debut Quartz Hill Records album is slated for Fall 2026. Spencer Hatcher Stone Country Records’ Spencer Hatcher is a bluegrass-influenced country artist who was raised on a farm in the heartland of Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley. By the age of 11, he was already playing his five-string banjo in his family’s bluegrass band. In 2020, Hatcher formed his own country band, backed by younger brother Connor Hatcher, a bass prodigy and “blood harmony” supporting vocalist. Dubbed the “String King” by his hometown newspaper and quickly developing a reputation across Virginia and neighboring states as an exciting live performer, Hatcher self-booked and played more than 150 shows a year in both 2023 and 2024, often setting venue attendance records. Hatcher has built a strong fan base, including nearly one million social media followers. On TikTok alone, the rising star has amassed over 71 million organic views and 8.9 million likes. This led to a high-profile partnership with PepsiCo, with Hatcher co-writing and performing a bluegrass jingle for a nationwide commercial for Mountain Dew Major Melon. Hatcher’s debut EP, Honky Tonk Hideaway, features his steamy debut single, “When She Calls Me Cowboy,” which was a Top 10 Most Added Song at U.S. Country Radio (Mediabase) out-of-the-box. The single’s official music video has reached No. 1 on Taste of Country’s fan-voted “Top 10 Video Countdown.” Saving Country Music has lauded the rising star as “one of the most promising up-and-coming voices in traditional country music.”