Dates Announced for CRS 2026 – March 18-20
(Nashville, TN – February 24, 2025) Country Radio Seminar (CRS) 2025 wrapped up on Friday, February 21, after three days of unforgettable musical performances, insightful panels, and dynamic industry sessions.
This year’s event was a resounding success offering attendees a dynamic lineup of showcases and events including the Amazon Music Presents: “Country Heat at CRS 2025” showcase, Warner Music Nashville’s Luncheon, Bob Kingsley’s Acoustic Alley, “Team UMG” at the Ryman, BBR Music Group Decades Party, Big Machine Label Group’s Luncheon, and the highly anticipated New Faces of Country Music Show and Dinner.
CRS will be returning in 2026 on March 18-20. Registration will be open later this year.
Check out some of the highlights from CRS 2025 below:
Pictured above: The annual New Faces of Country Music® Show, sponsored by ACM and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, closed out CRS 2025. The New Faces Show has played a pivotal role in the careers of almost every major country star. It is also one of the week’s biggest highlights and includes the CRS/Country Aircheck Awards. The New Faces of Country Music Class of 2025 includes Zach Top, Dasha, Drew Baldridge, Ashley Cooke, and Warren Zeiders. Photo courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen | Download Here
Pictured above: The CRS 2025 Warner Music Nashville lineup included performances from Gavin Adcock, Avery Anna, Tyler Braden, Chase Matthew, Hudson Westbrook, REDFERRIN, and Sam Barber. Pictured here L to R: Front Row: CRB/CRS Executive Director RJ Curtis, REDFERRIN, Avery Anna, Sam Barber, CRB/CRS Board President Kurt Johnson; Back Row: Chase Matthew, Gavin Adcock, Hudson Westbrook, Tyler Braden. Photo courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen| Download Here
Pictured above: The CRS 2025 Warner Music Nashville lineup included performances from Gavin Adcock. Photo courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen | Download Here Pictured above: The CRS 2025 Warner Music Nashville lineup included performances from Avery Anna. Photo courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen | Download Here Pictured above: The CRS 2025 Warner Music Nashville lineup included performances from Tyler Braden. Photo courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen| Download Here
Pictured above: The 7th annual “Amazon Music Presents: Country Heat at CRS” showcase was headlined by Jordan Davis. Other performers include Graham Barham, Lanie Gardner, Noeline Hoffman, and Vincent Mason. Photo courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen | Download Here
Pictured above: Hosted by Fitz of Country Top 40 with Fitz, “Bob Kingsley’s Acoustic Alley” featured songwriters telling their stories and performing some of County music’s biggest hits. The event was sponsored by Country Top 40 with Fitz, Skyview Networks, and First Horizon Bank, and the bar was sponsored by ASCAP. Pictured above L to R: Johnny Clawson, Mackenzie Carpenter, and Rhett Akins. Photo courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen | Download Here
Pictured above: Old Dominion sat down for an in-depth artist interview at CRS 2025, sharing stories from their journey, new music, and insights into their career. Photo courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen | Download Here
Pictured above: An exclusive artist-to-artist exchange unfolded at CRS 2025 as award-winning artist Eric Church and Grammy-nominated artist Jelly Roll discussed their personal journeys and the future of the country music world. Photo courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen | Download Here
Pictured above: Throughout the three days, CRS 2025 hosted the highly anticipated “Cycle of a Song” panel, which gives a unique, behind-the-scenes look at how a song becomes a hit. Ella Langley discussed her chart-topping hit, “You Look Like You Love Me.” Photo courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen | Download Here Pictured above: Throughout the three days, CRS 2025 hosted the highly anticipated “Cycle of a Song” panel, which gives a unique, behind-the-scenes look at how a song becomes a hit. Tucker Wetmore reflected on the heartfelt inspiration behind his song “Wind Up Missin’ You.” Photo courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen | Download Here Pictured above: Throughout the three days, CRS 2025 hosted the highly anticipated “Cycle of a Song” panel, which gives a unique, behind-the-scenes look at how a song becomes a hit. Dasha shared the story behind her song “Austin” and its impact on fans. Photo courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen | Download Here
Pictured above: Luke Combs and Eric Church were awarded the Country Radio Broadcasters (CRB) 2025 Artist Humanitarian Award at CRS 2025. Photo courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen | Download Here
Pictured above: ACM New Duo of the Year Tigirlily Gold opened CRS Honors with a powerful rendition of the national anthem. Photo courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen | Download Here Pictured above: Reigning CMA New Artist of the Year Megan Moroney delivered a poignant performance during the in memoriam segment at CRS Honors, paying tribute to industry colleagues. Photo courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen | Download Here
Pictured above: CRS 2025 attendees took a step back in time for the BBR Music Group Decades Party featuring hits from the 70s, 80s, 90s, and beyond. Pictured above: Drew Baldridge Photo courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen | Download Here Pictured above: CRS 2025 attendees took a step back in time for the BBR Music Group Decades Party featuring hits from the 70s, 80s, 90s, and beyond. Pictured above: Lainey Wilson. Photo courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen | Download Here Pictured above: CRS 2025 attendees took a step back in time for the BBR Music Group Decades Party featuring hits from the 70s, 80s, 90s, and beyond. Pictured above: Jelly Roll. Photo courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen| Download Here
Pictured above: The CRS Big Machine Label Group luncheon featured performances by notable artists off the BMLG roster. Pictured here from L to R: Front Row: Rascal Flatts: Joe Don Rooney, Gary LeVox, and Jay DeMarcus, Founder, President and CEO of Big Machine Label Group Scott Borchetta, Riley Green, Mackenzie Carpenter, Caroline Jones. Middle Row: Chase McDaniel, Chris Janson, Shaylen, Garrett Howell (drummer) of Jack Wharff & The Tobacco Flatts and Ryan Barrett Atchison (bassist) of Jack Wharff & The Tabacco Flatts. Top Row: Greylan James, Preston Cooper, Jackson Dean, Evan Novoa (guitarist) of Jack Wharff & The Tobacco Flatts, Jack Wharff of Jack Wharff & The Tobacco Flatts. Photo courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen | Download Here
Pictured above: In partnership with New Lease on Life of Middle Tennessee, CRS 2025 brought back the beloved event, “Hug a Pup.” This heartwarming program gives attendees the opportunity to interact with adorable, adoptable puppies during session breaks. Photo courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen| Download Here
CRS is the premier educational and networking event for country radio and music industry professionals, providing attendees with access to informative panels, numerous networking opportunities, prominent speakers, research presentations, and intimate performances from some of today’s biggest stars and emerging artists. Panels at CRS covered a wide range of relevant topics in the Country radio industry, including social media and digital innovations, brand strategies, leadership skills, consumer research studies, the relationships and economies of the radio and record industries, and much more.
For more information, please visit www.CountryRadioSeminar.com.
About Country Radio Seminar (CRS): Country Radio Seminar is an annual convention designed to educate and promote the exchange of ideas and business practices in the Country music industry, with specific emphasis on issues related to Country radio. CRS 2025 concluded on Febraury 19-21, 2025, at the Omni Nashvile Hotel. Registration for Country Radio Seminar is available for purchase at www.CountryRadioSeminar.com. For more information, visit www.CountryRadioSeminar.com and follow CRS on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Additional information can be obtained by calling 615-327-4487.
About Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc.®: The Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc.® is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization founded in 1969 to bring radio broadcasters from around the world together with the Country Music Industry to ensure the vitality and promote growth in the Country Radio format.
