Dave Fenley Makes Grand Ole Opry Debut

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Dave Fenley. Photo: Nathan Leslie

Singer-songwriter Dave Fenley made his Grand Ole Opry debut on Saturday night (June 27).

Fenley opened his set with the sultry “Ever Since You Turned Me On” from his new album Rest Of My Life. He followed that up with a heartfelt performance of “Pretty Face,” a personal ballad dedicated to his wife Amy, which earned him an emotional standing ovation from the packed Opry audience.

Fenley had family, friends and industry members in attendance, and shared from the stage, “I have never dreamed this big y’all! I’m standing in a very important circle and I’ve got a big circle of people supporting me here tonight who have believed in me even when I didn’t believe in myself. Thank you so much for this moment, Opry!”

He released Rest Of My Life this spring, which chronicles his personal journey shaped by faith, family and perseverance and  blends country and gospel influences with soulful vocal performances. The video for “Waiting For” starring social media influencers The Fauver Family is out now.

Dave Fenley steps into the hallowed circle for the first time to make his Grand Ole Opry debut. Photo: Chris Hollo for Grand Ole Opry

Dave Fenley earned a standing ovation for his Grand Ole Opry debut performance. Photo: Chris Hollo for Grand Ole Opry

Pictured (L-R): Walk Off Entertainment’s Gianluca Maffei, Rise Music Group’s Tanner Louis, Dave Fenley and Walk Off Entertainment’s Chris Ruediger. Photo: Nathan Leslie

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