Look, we may be stating the obvious here but we don’t want this moment to pass without everyone taking notice! So forgive us if we harp on a bit about this especially when it comes to introducing you to some of the newer ladies.
The country music scene is changing, and it’s the women who are leading the charge these days. While big names like Lainey Wilson and Kelsea Ballerini continue to pack arenas, there’s a whole crop of talented lone stars from honky-tonks to TikTok. These rising stars aren’t just following trends — they’re setting them with raw lyrics, unexpected sounds, and stories that’ll have you hitting replay. Here are some Wild Hearted artists you’ll want on your radar in 2025.
Alexandra Kay
Kay is known for her authentic storytelling and captivating performances. She has supported Tim McGraw, Tracy Lawrence, Clay Walker, JoDee Messina, Josh Turner, Russell Dickerson, Chase Rice, Jordan Davis, and Dylan Scott on stage through her rise to stardom.
Dasha
Dasha, a singer/songwriter from the central coast of California, has gained significant attention and has been recognized as an MTV Push artist.
Kaitlin Butts
Kaitlin is celebrated for her unique voice and style, blending traditional country with modern flair. Originally from Tulsa, her sound is soulful and Wild Hearted!
Kat Luna
A first generation Cuban American, Kat grew up in Miami where she got her start singing in her local church. She took a chance on music after appearing on La Voz when she was 19. Later, she competed on American Idol as a solo artist and decided to pack up and move to Nashville.
Lanie Gardner
Gardner’s debut album, A Songwriter’s Diary, feels like reading pages from her personal journal. Written entirely by Gardner herself, the songs open a window into her life story. The music takes you from her childhood in Appalachia to the sting of first heartbreaks, showing how she’s grown along the way.
Meghan Patrick
Ontario-born Meghan Patrick made her debut in 2016 with multi-award-winning “Grace & Grit”. The Nashville-based artist won Artist of the Year and 18 CMAOntario Awards. A talented singer-songwriter, Patrick is recognized for her heartfelt lyrics and engaging live performances. Check out her latest project, The Greatest Show On Dirt.
MŌRIAH
MŌRIAH brings a unique sound that blends country with other genres, offering a captivating listening experience. She’s a Mexican-American recording artist, actress and producer from LA. With a passion for celebrating individuality, diversity, and culture, MŌRIAH works to tell uplifting stories that highlight and represent women of color.
Jenna Paulette
She got her toughness the honest way: growing up working cattle on her family’s ranch in Thackerville, Oklahoma, though she was born in Lewisville, Texas. Paulette discovered her clear, powerful voice during church services and while spending those long, sweltering summers exploring every corner of the family ranch.
Gabriella Rose
Featured on lists of new country artists for 2025, Rose is gaining attention for her distinctive voice and style.
Angie K
Angie K is shaking up Nashville with her fresh blend of hard hitting country with a nod to her Latin roots. Her first bilingual single “Real Talk” catapulted her onto the country scene. Since then, she has accumulated over 20 million+ streams, 500k+ followers, and was the only independent artist to play on the Nissan Stadium stage during the 2022 CMA Fest.
The beauty of country music has always been its ability to evolve while staying true to its roots, and these women are proof that the genre is in good hands. Some are breathing new life into traditional sounds, others are pushing boundaries with fresh influences, but all of them have something real and Wild Hearted to say. Who knows — this time next year, some of these names might be headlining shows you’re scrambling to get tickets for. So give them a listen now, and you can say you knew them when.
Stay Wild. Stay Country. Stay Real.
