Americanafest Women Make Music Showcase

Americanafest Women Make Music Showcase
Love & Excile Wine Bar
715 Main St, Nashville, TN
All things Women Make Music
https://womenmakemusic.org
All things Kirstie Kraus
https://linktr.ee/KirstieKraus
Merch and meet-n-greets available at the show or online here:
https://kirstiekrausshop.square.site
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Women Make Music is proud to present First Listen, an official AMERICANAFEST Special Event showcasing some of the most exciting rising voices in music.
Join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate incredible women artists who are shaping the future of music.
📍 Love & Exile Wine Bar
715 Main Street
East Nashville, TN
📅 Tuesday, September 15, 2026
🕠 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Featuring performances by:
✨ Daire @daire_mcleod
✨ Kirstie Kraus @kirstiekraus
✨ Caitlin Mae @caitlinmaemusic
✨ Ariel Jade @arieljadelive
✨ Brinn Black @brinnblack
✨ Lauren Gottshall @lauren_gottshall
✨ Shamiere @shamierexo
✨ Kaitlyn Kohler @kaitlynkohlermusic
Spotlight Performances
🎤 Esther June @estherjunemusic
🎤 Linda Purrs @linda_purrs_songwriter
Whether you're a music lover, industry professional, or someone who simply enjoys discovering new talent, this is a night you won't want to miss.
💜 Want to be part of a community that's creating opportunities for women in music?
Become a member of Women Make Music! Membership gives you access to networking opportunities, showcases, educational programming, industry connections, and a supportive community dedicated to helping women thrive in music.
🎵 Visit the link in our bio to become a member and learn more about upcoming events.
#WomenMakeMusic #WomenInMusic #AMERICANAFEST #FirstListen #NashvilleMusic
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Kirstie Kraus, the Female Country Artist of the Year at the Grand Ole Opry and Vocal Event of the Year winner for the Josie Music Awards, is a Florida born, Wisconsin raised Nashville-based artist.
She is a rising international voice blending country, blues, and rock, lighting up stages with sun-soaked anthems, fan-favorite duets, and unstoppable momentum. Over the past three years, Kirstie has signed for the coveted CMA Fest in Nashville, TN, toured the UK—including an appearance at C2C at London’s O2 Arena.
Kraus has opened for many household names like Thomas Rhett, Kipp Moore, Brothers Osborn and more. She has been featured on BBC Breakfast, WSM Radio, Channel 4 and Spotify's ‘All New Country’ Editorial Playlist for her duet song "Dab a Dolly". Kirstie Kraus is a CMA, ACM and WMBA (Women Music Business Association) and is also a host for CountryLine TV based out of the UK and Nashville, TN.