CMT Crowns Country's Rising Stars: Meet the Class of 2025

Country music's future just got a whole lot brighter! CMT has unveiled its Next Women of Country Class of 2025, a lineup brimming with talent and ready to shake up the scene. The prestigious franchise, a launchpad for female artists since 2013, has once again pinpointed the genre's next big things.

This year's roster boasts a diverse mix of voices, from the soulful grit of Kaitlin Butts to the viral sensation that is Dasha. Alexandra Kay, Kat Luna, Lanie Gardner, Meghan Patrick, and MŌRIAH round out the group, each bringing their unique flavor to the table.

Being selected to the Next Women of Country program has propelled careers. It's not just about singing; it's about carving a space and making a statement. Recent year’s selections included CMA winners Ella Langley and Megan Moroney and also recent number one hitmaker Ashley Cooke.

Get ready to add these new names to your playlists.  Country's next chapter is being written, and it sounds amazing!