A Century in The Spotlight
Marking its 100th year, the Grand Ole Opry has been connecting artists with fans and launching the careers of country superstars for generations. Patsy Cline, Dolly Parton, George Jones, Vince Gill, Carrie Underwood, Little Big Town, and countless others all got their start on the Opry stage. From its earliest days, emerging country artists visited this hallowed venue to gain exposure to fans in person and through the airwaves of WSM Radio. Though times and mediums have changed, the Opry continues to be the only show where you can experience the past, present, and future of country music all on one world-famous stage.
Opry NextStage is a multi-faceted 11-month program designed to invest in emerging artists and the future of Country Music. Created in 2019, NextStage leverages the Opry’s legendary history and renowned stage to reach new audiences. Every year, a class of talented up-and-comers is chosen to represent “Country’s Rising Sound.” This is the place to find country’s next big thing.
2025 Opry Nextstage Artists
The Opry NextStage Class of 2025 features seven artists handpicked by the Opry. In the sixth year of the program, this talented group is poised to make their mark now — and they're just getting warmed up.
At Tecovas, we believe music is the great connector and we are honored to help connect rising talent with new fans and enable them to share their stories and craft with the world. There is no better venue for this mission than the legendary Grand Ole Opry. As the official presenter of Opry NextStage '25 we're heartened by last year's success and excited for the encore.
OPRY NEXTSTAGE ARTIST PICKS
See what Country Music’s future stars are stepping out in on stage.
