NASHVILLE, TN (July 29, 2026) – ACM New Female Artist of the Year Avery Anna has made her country radio debut with the streaming sensation “Blood Runs Thicker,” becoming second most added this week and earning Avery the title of most added female overall. The milestone marks yet another career high for the rising star, who recently performed the buzzworthy track at the 2026 Academy of Country Music Awards (WATCH HERE). Hailed by Billboard as “strong and edgy,” the electrifying performance reinforced why Avery is quickly becoming one of the genre’s most exciting new voices.
Following her ACM win, Avery is set to take the stage at the 19th ACM Honors, joining an all-star lineup of performers celebrating this year’s Academy of Country Music honorees. ACM Honors, widely regarded as the “Country Music Industry’s favorite night,” is scheduled to occur on Wednesday, August 19th and hosted at The Pinnacle in Nashville.
In addition, the trailblazing singer-songwriter will hit the road this fall on her Blood Runs Thicker Tour, kicking off the 10-show run with a performance in Raleigh, NC at The Ritz on October 16. With notable stops in Athens, GA at Georgia Theatre, Orlando, FL at House of Blues Orlando, and more, Avery Anna is primed to captivate audiences across the country with her signature powerhouse vocals and unforgettable stage presence. Tickets are on sale to the public this Friday, July 31st at 10:00am CT. Visit averyannamusic.com for more information.
Blood Runs Thicker Tour Dates
Oct. 16 - Raleigh, NC - The Ritz
Oct. 18 - Asheville, NC - The Orange Peel
Oct. 20 - Normal, IL - Braden Auditorium
Oct. 23 - Athens, GA - Georgia Theatre
Oct. 25 - Richmond, VA - The National
Nov. 7 - Madison, WI - The Sylvee
Nov. 12 - Charlotte, NC - The Fillmore Charlotte
Nov. 13 - Jacksonville, FL - Five
Nov. 14 - Orlando, FL - House of Blues Orlando
Dec. 11 - Silver Spring, MD - The Fillmore Silver Spring
ABOUT AVERY ANNA:
Attracting attention from esteemed media outlets like Rolling Stone, Billboard, American Songwriter, and more, ACM New Female of the Year winner Avery Anna’s trajectory as a defining voice in modern country music is undeniable. The exciting newcomer recently released her brand new EP, forgive, forget which features the faith-inspired duet “Fear In God” with fellow country breakout Sam Barber. The collaboration follows their Platinum-selling, viral hit “Indigo,” which they performed together on The Kelly Clarkson Show and reached Top 10 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart. In 2025, she released her sophomore album, let go letters, comprising songs all inspired by real-life situations shared by her fans via letters mailed directly to Avery. Named one of Billboard’s “50 Best Albums of 2025,” Avery took inspiration from her fans' experiences to “craft detailed, thoughtful and ultimately encouraging songs that hold up a mirror to those who have struggled with issues of depression, body image, addiction, domestic violence and more” (Billboard). She has earned Artist To Watch nods from Amazon Music, Apple Music, Pandora, Spotify, YouTube, MusicRow, and CMT and has performed for national TV audiences on the 2023 CMT Music Awards where she was nominated for Breakthrough Artist of the Year, before making her morning TV debut on NBC’s TODAY. Having garnered more than 1.6 billion global streams to date, the Arizona native has quickly become an in-demand touring artist. She has spent time on the road opening for artists like Luke Bryan, Jordan Davis, Parmalee, and more to be announced soon.
