Preston Cooper Makes Grand Ole Opry Debut
Preston Cooper. Photo: Chris Hollo for Grand Ole Opry.
Preston Cooper made his Grand Ole Opry debut on Friday night (Oct. 24).
Cooper was introduced by Opry member Vince Gill.
“I got a call from Preston asking me to introduce him for his debut,” Gill reflected from stage. “We’ve written a few songs together, and I’ve cut a few of them that’ll be coming out soon. I think the world of this kid – he’s one of the best singers I’ve heard in a long time.”
He earned a standing ovation for his performance of his current top 30 single “Weak” and tribute to his late publisher, Ben Vaughn, “Headed Home.”
“This doesn’t feel real. It’s definitely emotional,” shared Cooper. “I want to thank the Opry team for having me – it’s the greatest honor to play the Grand Ole Opry. Having my family and friends here means the world to me. I don’t know if anything could ever top this moment.”
Cooper recently released his debut project, Toledo Talking, after a year of touring with Riley Green and Kameron Marlowe.
(Pictured L-R): The Valory Music Co.’s George Briner, Preston Cooper, Big Machine Label Group’s Scott Borchetta, Big Machine Label Group’s Sandi Borchetta. Photo: Tristan Wall for The Valory Music Co.
Photo: Chris Hollo for Grand Ole Opry
Photo: Chris Hollo for Grand Ole Opry
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