Jenna Devries, a standout country artist and one of NSAI’s ‘Songwriters To Watch,’ has released her highly anticipated self-titled debut LP. With a career that includes reaching the Top 24 on American Idol, Devries continues to impress with her heartfelt music and authentic storytelling.
Reflecting on her new album, Devries shared, “It just felt right for my first album to be self-titled. I’ve been writing and working on these songs for the past four years, and I feel like this album really tells the story of not only where I started but everything I have gone through to get to where I am now. I feel so proud to put these songs into the world. When people hear this album, I hope they are inspired to live a life that is truly authentic to the person they’ve always wanted to be. I hope it gives people the bravery to say the things they haven’t said, a quiet moment to heal, and the perfect soundtrack for their next great adventure.”
Devries’ hit single, “Daddy’s Little Heart Attack,” was featured on CMT’s Next Women of Country playlist and Wide Open Country’s list of new must-hear songs, highlighting her rising influence in the industry. Early collaborations, like “Unholy” with Adam Mac and “Drunk Girls” featuring Harper Grae, have garnered over a million Spotify streams and received support from People Country, CMT, and Viacom.
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Her duet “Chapel” with queer country artist Adam Mac premiered on The Boot and topped CMT’s Music Television channel charts for two weeks, sharing the spotlight with artists like Keith Urban and Chris Housman. This song, along with her 2023 Pride release “Rhinestone Cowgirl,” has been widely celebrated by outlets such as CMT and Holler.
Devries is also a passionate advocate for the LGBTQ+ community within the country music genre. She founded The Outlaw Collective, a monthly showcase series designed to uplift LGBTQ+ artists, which has been featured on Today in Nashville and other platforms. Her single, “Back to Me,” has been highlighted on various editorial playlists across Spotify, Audiomack, TIDAL, and Apple Music, including Spotify’s Fresh Finds Country.
Jenna Devries’ debut album is not just a collection of songs; it’s a powerful narrative of her journey and a beacon of inspiration for others to live authentically and courageously.
