She went from sports-first hometown girl to Nashville powerhouse without waiting for permission.

WATCH FOR: Power vocals + bold country storytelling

CREDS: Shared the stage with Kevin Costner and Modern West; voice featured singing 'Amazing Grace' for Kevin Costner's 'Horizon: An American Saga'; opened for Jon Pardi in the U.K.; growing U.S./U.K. country audience.

STYLE: Contemporary country / Country-pop