(Nashville, Tennessee — February 26, 2026) — Country Radio Seminar (CRS) has announced the initial talent lineup for the annual Warner Records Nashville Luncheon, scheduled for CRS 2026. This year’s showcase will feature performances from Ashley McBryde, Blake Whiten, Gabby Barrett, The Band Loula, and The Creekers with additional artists to be announced.
The Warner Records Nashville Luncheon will be held on Wednesday, March 18 at 12:00 p.m. in the Omni Nashville Hotel’s Broadway Ballroom. The event remains one of the most anticipated label luncheons of the three-day seminar, offering CRS attendees an exclusive opportunity to experience live performances from Warner Records Nashville’s acclaimed and emerging artists.
“Once again, we are honored to feature Warner Records Nashville’s esteemed and award-winning artists alongside the newest standout talents in the country genre,” says Kristen Williams, SVP, Radio & Commercial Partnerships, Warner Records Nashville. “This year is no exception as these artists and their music set the tone for the week!”
CRS 2026, taking place March 18–20, will feature three days of educational programming, networking opportunities, and marquee events, including the New Faces of Country Music® Show, CRS Honors, label luncheons, the Digital Music Summit (DMS), and more.
Registration for CRS 2026 is no longer available online and will be available exclusively on-site in Nashville at the current rate of $799 through the start of the event. A limited number of New Faces of Country Music® tickets remain available for $110 and are sold separately. Special rates will also continue to be available, including the $199 student rate for currently enrolled students and $349 day passes (limit two per person), which provide full access to all programming, sessions, panels, speakers, networking events, and luncheons for a single day. Members of WMBA, IBA, and SOLID can also take advantage of a dedicated $450 industry organization rate.
The official CRS 2026 mobile app is now available for download on iPhone and Android devices. Attendees can access the full CRS agenda, speaker bios, artist lineups, session details, and more by searching “CRS 2026” in their mobile app store.
For more information, visit www.CountryRadioSeminar.com and follow CRS on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also call 615-327-4487 for additional information.
About Country Radio Seminar: Country Radio Seminar (CRS) is an annual convention meticulously designed to facilitate knowledge exchange and foster the exchange of business practices within the country music industry. With a specific focus on matters relevant to country radio, CRS serves as a vital platform for industry professionals to thrive and contribute. The dates for CRS 2026 are March 18–20.
About Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc.®: Established in 1969, Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc.® is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization that serves as a unifying force, connecting radio broadcasters worldwide with the dynamic country music industry. Our mission is to ensure its vitality and foster growth within the industry.
