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Avery Anna receives surprise of a lifetime from Sam Barber | Music City Minute

Apr 30, 2026, 2:55 PM

Imagine you are performing in front of a packed house like you have done hundreds of times before. Yet, there is something different about this concert, and it’s about to get very emotional like it did for an up-and-coming artist at the Lonestar Smokeout Festival in Texas. Avery Anna has officially joined the ranks of Megan Moroney, Ella Langley and Miss Lainey Wilson as this year’s ACM New Female Artist. “I’m just so grateful for this for people like you that show up for artists like me, and so thank you guys so much, this is such an honor!” said the Arizona native. Talk about a roller coaster of emotions. Avery Anna was joined on stage by Sam Barber, her family and her management as they all presented the 22-year-old with her first ACM trophy. The Indigo singer received heaps of praise online from fellow female artists, including Megan Moroney, McKenzie Porter, Carly Pearce and Emily Ann Roberts as well as friends and fans. Congratulations, Miss Avery Anna, on your well-deserved achievement.
I’m Sheena, and that’s your Music City Minute.

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