Grand Ole Opry

Country music star Craig Morgan, born in Tennessee, is known for hits like "Redneck Yacht Club" and "That's What I Love About Sunday." A Grand Ole Opry member, he's charted over 25 songs and earned nearly 2.5 billion streams. A former soldier, he served 17 years in the Army and returned as a Warrant Officer. Craig's memoir "God, Family, Country" explores his inspiring life, highlighting collaborations with Blake Shelton and his patriotism-driven music.

Mark Wills, a multi-platinum country artist, is known for hits like "19 Something," "Wish You Were Here," and "Don't Laugh At Me." He won ACM's Top New Male Vocalist in 1998. His single "19 Something" topped charts for six weeks in 2002 and was a major hit of the decade. A dedicated USO tour performer, he supports U.S. military personnel globally.

Darin & Brooke Aldridge, from Cherryville, NC, are bluegrass stars known for their soulful style. Brooke is a four-time IBMA “Female Vocalist of the Year” winner, while Darin, a former member of The Country Gentlemen, is praised as a singer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist. They've performed over 50 times at the Grand Ole Opry and have hits like "Jordan," featuring Ricky Skaggs. In 2023, they won “Bluegrass Artists of the Year” at the Absolutely Gospel Music Awards. Their local fame is celebrated with a mural in Cherryville, NC.