The inaugural Braves Country Fest presented by Truist is set to take place June 13.

Presented by the Atlanta Braves and Live Nation, the day-long festival will feature free activations and performances at The Battery Atlanta, followed by a concert inside Truist Park featuring headliners Cody Johnson, Ella Langley, Ernest and Mackenzie Carpenter. 

Prior to the show inside Truist Park, Braves fans will be introduced to some emerging acts in country with the Braves Country Hot Prospects showcase on the Whiskey Jam stage at the Georgia Power Pavilion at The Battery Atlanta. The Braves Country Hot Prospects showcase, which is a non-ticketed, free event, will include appearances from rising country artists from across the Southeast including Zach John King, Scoot Teasley and Colton Bowlin. 

“It has been our goal to create Atlanta Braves experiences that extend beyond the game of baseball, and Braves Country Fest presented by Truist will be an incredible celebration of the rich country music culture that permeates throughout Braves Country,” says Braves President and Chief Executive Officer Derek Schiller. “We designed The Battery Atlanta and Truist Park for events like this, allowing us to engage fans and showcase celebrated artists in an environment unlike any other. We believe this will become a destination event for fans across Braves Country while helping support the incredible work of the Atlanta Braves Foundation.”

Events taking place in The Battery Atlanta will be free of charge and open to all fans. Tickets for the Truist Park concert, including individual tickets, group and VIP packages, will go on sale to the general public Jan. 30 here. A portion of all proceeds from the event will go to support the Atlanta Braves Foundation.

The Red Clay Strays & Treaty Oak Revival

The Red Clay Strays and Treaty Oak Revival are set to headline the inaugural Minnesota Country Club Festival, taking place July 10-11 at Harriet Island Regional Park in St. Paul.

Along the Mississippi River, the festival will have performances from over 15 artists across two stages. Additional acts include Charley Crockett, Jessie Murph, Stephen Wilson Jr., Trampled By Turtles, Charles Wesley Godwin, Jesse Welles, Richy Mitch and the Coal Miners, Paul Cauthen, Chance Peña, Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country, Buffalo Traffic Jam, The Last Revel, Elizabeth Nichols, Sons of Habit, Boy Golden, Next of Kin and Nico Welsh. The Beach Boys will also appear as special guests.

Minnesota Country Club Festival will be the city’s second festival from C3 Presents, following two editions of Minnesota Yacht Club Festival.

Presale will begin this Friday (Jan. 30) at 10 a.m. CST, with any remaining tickets on sale to the public following the presale.

Pictured (L-R): Bob Squance, Max King, Kim Penz and Cliff Audretch. Photo: Marcella Fiorenzi

Singer-songwriter Max King has signed an exclusive publishing deal with Lady Luck Songs.

Originally from Gibsonia, Pennsylvania, King began writing songs while attending Belmont University, where he earned a degree in Music Business. Influenced by country’s story-driven approach and the energy of rock, King crafts songs with memorable hooks and relatable stories that straddle genre lines. His songwriting credits include songs recorded by Lecade, Eddie and The Getaway, Callie Prince, Paxton Peay, Sam Stoane, and more.

“Max King is someone we’ve believed in for a long time—his voice, his writing, and his work ethic all point straight to what’s next,” says Lady Luck Founder Kim Penz. “We’re proud to officially welcome him to Lady Luck Songs and couldn’t be more excited about the future we’re building together.”

“I couldn’t be more excited to start this next chapter at Lady Luck,” adds King. “From day one, it felt like we were chasing the same vision. It’s rare to find a team that truly believes in where you’re going, and I’m all in on what we’re creating together.”

Pictured (L-R): The Erv Woolsey Company’s (EWC) CEO Clinton Woolsey, Paulette & EWC President Allen Mitchell. Photo: Courtesy of Erv Woolsey Co.

Jenna Paulette has signed with The Erv Woolsey Company for management.

“Jenna is a rare, multifaceted talent in music and beyond,” says President Allen Mitchell. “Her songwriting paints vignettes that reflect her life and, coupled with her marketing savvy, she has the ability to deliver a message in a way that’s authentic and an extension of her West Texas lifestyle. It’s been a joy forging and expanding her connection on and off stage through meaningful partnerships with Justin Boots, Ely Cattleman and American Hat. Clinton, myself and everyone at The Erv Woolsey Co are honored to support her on this journey.”

“I’m so grateful Allen took my call when I was searching for management,” adds Paulette “We’ve known each other for a long time, and I was calling for advice from a friend and ended up finding the answer to a prayer for the right partner on the management side. It was good timing! It’s been fun working together, and I cannot wait to see what becomes of teaming with Clinton, Allen and the entire Erv Woolsey Co. family.”

Paulette will release Horseback (Deluxe) on Friday (Jan. 30), featuring 20 tracks.

Country To Country 2026 has announced that the Bluebird Cafe, Song Suffragettes and the Official Afterparties are all part of the lineup of events for this year’s festival, which returns to The O2 in London on March 13-15.

The Bluebird Cafe is celebrating 10 years at Country to Country in 2026. The seated show in the intimate O2 Blueroom will be a songwriter’s round, with each artist taking turns to talk about their relationship with The Bluebird, their songwriting, and the stories behind their music. Over three shows, Emily Ann Roberts, Aaron Raitiere, McCoy Moore, Jade Bird, Mae Estes, Tyce Delk, Meg McRee, Liam St John and Jeff Cohen will perform. The special events go on sale to the general public on Jan. 30 via c2c-countrytocountry.com.

“Celebrating a decade of The Bluebird Cafe at Country to Country is a testament to the enduring power of the Nashville songwriting community and the dedication of our UK audience that believes in the power of original music,” says Erika Nichols (President/GM, Bluebird Cafe). Over the last 10 years, we’ve watched our shows become a cornerstone of the C2C experience, providing a platform for both legendary writers and the next generation of talent. We are so proud of this partnership and the way it continues to foster a deep connection between artist and audience.”

In addition, the Song Suffragettes will host a songwriters round in London on March 15. Taking place at the O2 Blueroom, Alyssa Flaherty, Georgia Ku, Hannah McFarland and Maya Lane will perform. Song Suffragettes is the all-female country showcase that takes place every Monday night at The Listening Room Cafe in Nashville.

A favorite among C2C fans, The Official Afterparties also return in 2026. These special performances followed by a DJ set keep the party going after the main stage headliner has finished. Taking place in Indigo at The O2, Emily Ann Roberts performs on March 13, Jackson Dean on March 14, and Ashley Cooke on March 15. The sets will be followed each night by Rattlesnake Johnny, spinning country favorites until the evening wraps.

Jackson Dean has also been confirmed to co-host the main stage alongside Bob Harris OBE, introducing each artist before their performance. The festival stage artists and more are yet to be announced, and these special events go on sale Jan. 30 via c2c-countrytocountry.com.