Sessions, Panel Insights, & Exclusive Content Now Available On-Demand
CRS 2027 Set For March 17-19
(Nashville, Tennessee — March 23, 2026) Country Radio Seminar (CRS) 2026 wrapped on Friday, March 20 after three days of live performances, informative panels, and insightful sessions.
This year’s event was a success, with attendees enjoying Digital Music Summit (DMS) content, productive conversations and CRS anchor events such as the Warner Records Nashville Luncheon; “Amazon Music Presents: Country Heat”; Bob Kingsley’s Acoustic Alley; “Team MCA at the Ryman”; the Big Machine Records/Nashville Harbor Records & Entertainment Luncheon; BBR Music Group/BMG’s “A Night of Celebration”; and the New Faces of Country Music Show, co-presented by the Academy of Country Music and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
CRS has also released session videos from the 2026 event, now available for free on its website. By tomorrow (March 24), all session videos will be available to view at www.CountryRadioSeminar.com.
Among the featured sessions currently available are “The Conversation” with Ella Langley and Jo Dee Messina, sponsored by SPARC Media Hub; the CRS Research Series, including the CRS Annual Perceptual Study and The Music Test; the “Cycle of A Song” series featuring Chase Matthew, Josh Ross, and Koe Wetzel; DTS AutoStage; The Disruptors; CRS Honors; and Jelly Roll’s Artist Humanitarian Award presentation.
CRS 2027 will take place March 17-19. Registration for the event will open later this year.
Check out some of the highlights from CRS 2026 below!
Pictured: The New Faces of Country Music Class of 2026 (L–R): Kelsey Hart, John Morgan, Meghan Patrick, Chase Matthew, Ella Langley, and Josh Ross. Photo Credit: Courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen| Download Here
Pictured (L–R): Jo Dee Messina and Ella Langley onstage during “The Conversation” keynote session. Photo Credit: Courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen| Download Here
Pictured: Jelly Roll accepting the 2026 Artist Humanitarian Award.
Photo Credit: Courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen| Download Here
Pictured (L–R): Jim Beavers, Rhett Akins, and The Warren Brothers performing as part of Bob Kingsley’s Acoustic Alley. Photo Credit: Courtesy of CRB/CRS/Sara Kauss|Download Here
Pictured: Warner Records Nashville Luncheon performers (L–R, back row): The Creekers, Blake Whiten, and Colton Dawson; (L–R, front row): Thomas Edwards, Ashley McBryde, Gabby Barrett, and The Band Loula. Photo Credit: Courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen| Download Here
Pictured (L–R, back row): CRHOF 2026 inductee Bruce Logan, CRHOF Co-Chair & CRB/CRS Board member Tim Roberts, CRHOF 2026 inductee Michael J, CRHOF 2026 inductee Rick Jackson, and CRHOF 2026 inductee Chris Carr; (L–R, front row): CRHOF 2026 inductee John Marks, CRHOF 2026 inductee Marci Braun, CRHOF 2026 inductee Phil Hunt, and CRHOF Co-Chair & CRB/CRS Board member Joel Raab. Photo Credit: Courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen|Download Here
Pictured (L–R): CRB/CRS Executive Director RJ Curtis, Frank Ray, Parker McCollum, HARDY, and CRB/CRS Board President Kurt Johnson. CRS Honors featured a powerful National Anthem performance by Frank Ray (BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville/Broken Bow Records) and a moving In Memoriam tribute from HARDY (Big Loud Records). Parker McCollum also revealed the ACM Radio Award winners for Station of the Year and On-Air Personality of the Year across all market sizes. Photo Credit: Courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen|Download Here
Pictured (L–R, back row): Hunter Flynn, Greylan James, and The Jack Wharff Band;
(L–R, front row): Mark Collie, Shaylen, Cole Goodwin, Kimberly Perry, Big Machine Records Founder & Chair Scott Borchetta, Caroline Jones, Mackenzie Carpenter, and Naomi Carman. Photo Credit: Courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen|Download Here
“Cycle of A Song”: Joss Ross. Photo Credit: Courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen | Download Here “Cycle of A Song”: Chase Matthew. Photo Credit: Courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen | Download Here “Cycle of A Song”: Koe Wetzel. Photo Credit: Courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Schoen | Download Here
Pictured: BBR Music Group/BMG surprising Jason Aldean with “A Night of Celebration”
for notching 31 No. 1 songs. Photo Credit: Courtesy of CRB/CRS/Sara Kauss|Download Here
Pictured: “Amazon Music Presents: Country Heat” performers (L–R): Parker McCollum, Max McNown, Carter Faith, and Zach John King. Photo Credit: Courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Shoen|Download Here
Pictured (L–R): WSIX/Nashville’s Gator Harrison interviewing Keith Urban during special Q&A session presented by St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Photo Credit: Courtesy of CRB/CRS/Kayla Shoen|Download Here
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.
About Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc.®: Established in 1969, Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc ® is a 501 © 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.
