Nashville get ready – Spotify is thrilled to return to CMA Fest with their marquee four-day country music showcase Spotify House from June 8-11! Once again taking over Blake Shelton and Opry Entertainment Group’s Ole Red venue in downtown Nashville, Spotify House will kick off on Thursday, June 8, welcoming fans from around the world to enjoy four jam-packed days of nonstop country music.
Spotify’s Nashville team and flagship Hot Country playlist, with over 7m followers, will present a daily – and nightly – lineup on the Mainstage featuring an exciting mix of emerging artists, top country stars, exclusive late-night jam sessions, and surprise special performances throughout the weekend. Spotify House will be THE destination at CMA Fest for country music fans to discover new artists and get close to their country favorites. You can check out Spotify’s announcement on Hot Country here.
Spotify is also excited to bring back the Fresh Finds Stage! As part of Spotify’s commitment to supporting rising talent and music discovery, fans will be able to see new acts from the Fresh Finds Country playlist perform live throughout the weekend. Stay tuned for the lineup reveal coming soon!
“The Spotify House has become a CMA Fest staple and we couldn’t be more excited to be returning to Ole Red again this year,” said Jackie Augustus, Lead, Country & Folk, Artist Partnerships at Spotify. “As always, we wanted the lineup to reflect the trends and discoveries that listeners have been making on platform. Every year the genre expands into new influences and sounds, so we’re looking forward to giving the fans an opportunity to experience 2023 country in its fullest. And as always, we have a few surprises up our sleeves, so you never know who might show up on our stage…”
Country music fans can stop by Spotify House Thursday, June 8 through Saturday, June 10 from 11:00am to 2:00amCT daily, and Sunday, June 11 from 11:00am to 6:00pmCT. All shows will be open to the public, and space will be limited to first-come, first-served.
Fan favorites who will perform on the Mainstage throughout the weekend will include Brad Paisley, Brothers Osborne, Dierks Bentley, Hailey Whitters, Ingrid Andress, Jordan Davis, Luke Grimes, Mickey Guyton, Old Dominion, Lady A and Ruston Kelly.
The full Mainstage lineup also includes: Alana Springsteen, Ashley Cooke, Avery Anna, Brett Young, Brian Kelley, Chase Rice, Chayce Beckham, Chris Young, Colbie Caillat, Conner Smith, Dalton Dover, Danielle Bradbery, Dylan Marlowe, Dylan Schneider, Ella Langley, Ian Munsick, Jon Pardi, Josh Ross, Kameron Marlowe, Kylie Morgan, Lily Rose, Mackenzie Carpenter, Mitchell Tenpenny, Restless Road, Riley Green, Sam Hunt, Tanner Adell, Tenille Arts, Warren Zeiders, and 49 Winchester.
Spotify House will also treat fans who want to show off their latest country dance moves to several exclusive late night DJ sets including Diplo Presents Thomas Wesley and Cheat Codes + Friends.
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About Ole Red
Ole Red is a lifestyle and entertainment brand inspired by Blake Shelton’s clever, irreverent third-chart hit, “Ol’ Red.” Its bar, restaurant and live music venues showcase hand-selected country music talent alongside concert-quality production and a Shelton-inspired menu for a unique experience that is “served all day and night.” You can currently find Ole Red entertainment venues and products in four cities in the United States: Nashville, Tennessee, home to the brand’s flagship multi-story bar and restaurant on the famed Lower Broadway and a new location at Nashville International Airport; Tishomingo, Oklahoma, Blake’s hometown; Gatlinburg, Tennessee, in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains; and Orlando, Florida’s Icon Park. A sixth location is scheduled to open in Las Vegas, Nevada, in late 2023. Ole Red is owned and operated by Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc. as part of its Opry Entertainment division.For additional information about Ole Red, visit us online at OleRed.com.