2025 ACM Awards Recap: Rising Country Stars, Booking Trends, and How to Bring the ACM Experience to Your Private or Corporate Event
The 2025 Academy of Country Music Awards lit up Frisco, Texas with genre-defining performances and career-making wins from rising stars like Ella Langley, Zach Top, and The Red Clay Strays. As country music evolves, so does the demand for authentic, engaging entertainment at private and corporate events. At Kerr Entertainment Group, we help clients deliver those same ACM-style moments—customized, high-impact experiences that bring the music industry’s best right to your stage. Here's our recap of this year's awards, the booking trends to watch, and how you can recreate the ACM experience at your next event.
Entertainment Booking Trends in 2025
The 2025 ACM Awards reflected several key trends in live entertainment that are shaping corporate and private events:
Genre-Blending Collaborations: Performances like Rascal Flatts teaming up with the Backstreet Boys demonstrated the appeal of cross-genre collaborations, attracting diverse audiences.
Songwriter Showcases: Audiences are increasingly interested in the stories behind the songs, leading to a rise in songwriter-focused performances that offer intimate and engaging experiences.
Acoustic and Stripped-Down Sets: There's a growing demand for authentic, unplugged performances that highlight the artists' raw talent and connect more deeply with audiences.
Hot Rising Country Stars on the Rise:
Ella Langley: With multiple awards and a dynamic stage presence, she's a compelling choice for engaging performances.
Zach Top: His traditional country style appeals to a wide range of audiences, making him a versatile addition to any event.
The Red Clay Strays: Winners of New Duo or Group of the Year, their unique sound and charisma are sure to captivate guests
Megan Moroney: With a nomination for Album of the Year, her heartfelt songwriting resonates well in intimate settings.
Shaboozey: Known for his energetic performances, he's an excellent choice for events seeking a high-energy atmosphere.
Recreate the ACM Experience with the All Star Jam
We combine critically acclaimed house band SIXWIRE with today’s top entertainers to create a nonstop show of the greatest hits. This one-of-a-kind concert experience can include celebrity artists across all genres - Rock, Country, Contemporary - which will amaze your audience and provide something for everyone. Shows are built around your budget, requested length of the show, and client objectives.
Typical shows average 2-4 artists, and show times range from 75-120+ minutes. Each artist will perform their greatest hits for up to 30 minutes with Sixwire. Artists can be mixed and matched to create a customized lineup that appeals to your audience. The All Star Jam is one continuous high-energy performance of greatest hits.
Photos: Courtesy of ACM Awards