Ashley McBryde is the talk of the town in country music. She has wowed audiences nationwide with her incredible voice and sparkling personality. McBryde performed during the 2024 “CMA Country Christmas,” the annual holiday special that features the biggest stars in country music.
Early Life and Musical Journey
Ashley McBryde is a famous country music singer-songwriter who was born in Waldron, Arkansas, on July 29, 1983. The musically enriched family in which she was raised torched her love of music. At 12 years old, she began penning her own compositions before heading to Nashville to follow her musical dreams.
Breaking Into the Country Scene
McBryde broke out in 2016 with her debut album “Jalopies & Expensive Guitars.” In 2017, McBryde gained significant attention with her single “A Little Dive Bar in Dahlonega.” She signed a deal with Warner Music Nashville in 2018 and released “Girl Going Nowhere.” The album garnered critical acclaim and displayed her storytelling skills. Her following albums “Never Will” (2020) and “The Devil I Know” (2023) helped establish her as a mainstay in the country music community.
CMA Awards and Accolades
McBryde’s musical talent has led to several awards, including a Grammy Award, a Country Music Association Award, and three Academy of Country Music Awards. Proudly, in December 2022, she achieved a very meaningful milestone when she was invited to become a member of the Grand Ole Opry, her indelible footprint on country music.
At the 2024 CMA Awards, McBryde performed an acoustic version of “Help Me Make It Through the Night, ” a moving tribute to the late Kris Kristofferson. She was lauded for achieving emotional depth and authenticity in her performance.
Performing for ‘CMA Country Christmas’
At the ‘CMA Country Christmas’ special, McBryde showcased her versatility by teaming with Brittney Spencer to perform “Man with the Bag.” Their version gave the event a feel of festivity and underlined McBryde’s uniqueness in capturing the hearts of people from different genres.
By 2024, McBryde had reached 900 days of sobriety, which she refers to as one of her most outstanding achievements. She thanked sobriety for giving her a new way of living, which has positively changed every aspect of her life.
