Grand Ole Opry Announces Opry NextStage Class Of 2024

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Pictured (L-R): Kelly Sutton (Opry Announcer), Jamey Johnson, Isaac Gibson/49 Winchester, Josh Ross, Madeline Edwards, Lainey Wilson, Ella Langley, Anne Wilson and Chase Matthew. Photo: Chris Hollo

The Grand Ole Opry has revealed their next class of artists for their Opry NextStage program, presented by Tecovas. The class of 2024 includes 49 Winchester, Anne Wilson, Charles Wesley Godwin, Chase Matthew, Ella Langley, Flatland Cavalry, Josh Ross, Madeline Edwards and Wyatt Flores.

Opry NexStage alumni Lainey Wilson and Grand Ole Opry member Jamey Johnson announced the class of 2024 at a press conference from the Grand Ole Opry house.

“I’m so honored to be announcing the Opry NextStage program class of 2024,” says Wilson “As someone who was a part of the NextStage class in 2021, this is a full circle moment for me. I am such a huge fan of all of these artists, and I can’t wait to see where their musical journeys take them this year!”

Johnson offered some advice to the artists to stay true to themselves and stay on their own path. He said, “Listen to the spirit that led you to this point tonight and don’t ever stray from it.”

Throughout the year, the nine acts will receive dedicated support from Opry Entertainment Group and Tecovas. This will include featured original content, performances and promotion across platforms.

“At Tecovas, we believe music is an essential way to tap into the true spirit of the West,” said Gillian Kennedy, CMO at Tecovas. “We are honored to help connect rising talent with new fans and be the first boot sponsor and official presenter of Opry NextStage. There is no better venue for this mission than the legendary Grand Ole Opry and we can’t wait to watch these artists showcase their craft to the world.”

After launching in 2019, the Opry NextStage program has introduced rising talent to the country music fan base. Previous members include Riley Green, Parker McCollum, Tenille Townes, Wilson, Priscilla Block, Breland, Callista Clark, Travis Denning, Tegan Marie, Niko Moon, Restless Road, Jameson Rodgers, Elvie Shane, Nate Smith, Morgan Wade, Hailey Whitters and Yola.

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