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Carter Faith Jones[1] (born June 14, 2000),[2] known professionally as Carter Faith, is an American country music singer and songwriter. Her debut album, Cherry Valley, was released on October 3, 2025.

Biography

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Faith is a native of Davidson, North Carolina.[3][4][5][6][2] She has an older sister and a younger brother, Griffin Jones, who is also a musical artist; he uses the stage name Grifdorf.[7] Her father is a lawyer who represented Peter Angelos, former majority owner of the Baltimore Orioles.[8]

Although she grew up in a non-musical family, at a young age, she was inspired by her grandfather's country music cassette tapes.[9] She taught herself piano and guitar and at age 16, she began writing lyrics, inspired by the end of a relationship. She attended Grammy Camp in Nashville where she performed at the Bluebird Café and was a featured performer in the 2016 Thanksgiving Day Parade in Charlotte.[10] In June 2018, she graduated from Cannon School.[11] In the fall of 2018, she enrolled in a songwriting program at Belmont University.[12][4] In September 2018, she sang The Star-Spangled Banner at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.[1] In 2019, she signed with Pound It Out Loud Entertainment.[13] Faith's first song titled "Leaving Tennessee" debuted in July 2020, and was followed by "Sinners in a Small Town" and "Easy Pill" later that year.[12] In October 2020, she signed an artist development deal with Altadena, a record company founded by busbee.[12] "The Dusk Session", which included acoustic versions of "Easy Pill" and "Leaving Tennessee", was released in April 2021. In July 2021, she made her first performance at the Ryman Auditorium.[2] On August 20, 2021, she released her debut EP Let Love Be Love.[6][14][15] In September 2021, she was the opening act for The Avett Brothers at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.[4] She graduated from Belmont University in December 2021.[14][9]

In March 2022, she signed a publishing deal with Universal Music Group Nashville.[13] Also in March 2022, she was named Country Rookie of the Month by Billboard.[9] In June 2022, she made her debut at the Grand Ole Opry.[16] In November 2022, she released the single "Already Crazy", which she co-wrote with Tofer Brown and Lauren Hungate.[14]

Faith's debut album, Cherry Valley, was released via MCA Nashville on October 3, 2025.[17] It received acclaim from critics, and was nominated for the Academy of Country Music Award for Album of the Year at the 61st Academy of Country Music Awards, making Faith the first artist in over ten years to be nominated for the award with their debut album (following Chris Stapleton's Traveller in 2015).[18]

In September 2025, it was announced that Faith had been cast in the upcoming Netflix thriller film Heartland alongside Jessica Chastain and John Hawkes.[19]

Influences

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Faith cites Tammy Wynette, Patsy Cline, Dusty Springfield, Lana Del Rey, Kacey Musgraves, Taylor Swift, Gram Parsons, Eric Church, and Fleetwood Mac as influences on her sound and songwriting.[20]

Personal life

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Faith is based in Nashville and is a part of the Song Suffragettes.[21]

Discography

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Studio albums

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List of albums, showing relevant details
Title Album details
Cherry Valley

Extended plays

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List of EPs, showing relevant details
Title EP details
Let Love Be Love
  • Release date: August 20, 2021
  • Label: Altadena/Pound It Out Loud
  • Format: streaming
Man
  • Release date: October 27, 2023
  • Label: Suburban Heartbreak
  • Format: streaming
The Aftermath

Charting singles

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Title Year Peak chart positions Album
CAN Country
[22] 		UK Country
[23] 		SWE
Heat.
[24]
"Betty" 2025 18 6 — Cherry Valley
"That's When You Know" (with Kygo) 2026 — — 7 TBA

Tours

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Opening act

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Awards and nominations

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Year Association Category Nominated work Result Ref.
2026 Academy of Country Music Awards Album of the Year Cherry Valley Pending [27]

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Carter Faith Jones (born June 14, 2000) is an American country music singer-songwriter from Davidson, North Carolina, recognized for her introspective songwriting that draws from personal experiences of heartbreak, loss, and small-town life, blending traditional country with influences from classic rock and artists like Tammy Wynette and the Beach Boys.[1][2] Raised in a non-musical family, she discovered her passion for music through her grandfather's collection of country cassette tapes and taught herself to play guitar and piano before beginning to write songs at the age of 16 following a breakup.[1][2] After high school, Faith moved to Nashville, Tennessee, where she attended Belmont University and preceded her debut EP by the acoustic Dusk Sessions EP in 2021, releasing Let Love Be Love later that year during her graduation from Belmont, followed by singles including "Wild," "Greener Pasture," and "Already Crazy," which collectively garnered over 117 million global streams by 2024.[1][3] Signed to MCA Nashville—a division of Universal Music Group—and Universal Music Publishing Group, she has since collaborated with prominent artists such as Little Big Town, Keith Urban, Shaboozey, Ella Langley, and Willie Nelson, while performing at major venues like the Grand Ole Opry (13 times) and festivals including CMA Fest and C2C in London and Berlin.[2][3] Faith's full-length debut album, Cherry Valley, a 15-track project produced by Tofer Brown, was released on October 3, 2025, exploring themes of emotional depth and resilience through songs like "Betty," "Grudge," and "If I Had Never Lost My Mind," and has contributed to her accumulating hundreds of millions of total streams.[2][4] Her rising profile includes features on CMT's Next Women of Country (2023) and CMT's LISTEN UP (2024), Spotify's Fresh Finds, and All Country News' Artists to Watch for 2025, with upcoming tours supporting Carly Pearce and Little Big Town in 2025.[2][3]

Early life and education

Early life

Carter Faith was born Carter Faith Jones on June 14, 2000, in Davidson, North Carolina.[1] She grew up in a close-knit, non-musical household with her parents, an older sister, and a younger brother, Griffin Jones, who later pursued music under the stage name Grifdorf.[5] Despite her family's lack of professional musical involvement, Faith discovered solace in music from a young age, primarily through her grandfather's collection of country cassette tapes, which he played during drives to preschool.[1] She taught herself to play guitar and piano as a child and began singing informally, with no formal training in those early years.[6] This self-directed exploration allowed her to process emotions in a household where music served more as background than a central focus. Her childhood in the small town of Davidson, located near Charlotte amid a mix of rural landscapes, beaches, and mountains, profoundly shaped her worldview and later creative output.[6] The close community fostered an environment rich with interpersonal dynamics, inspiring recurring themes of heartbreak, local rumors, and everyday rural life in her songwriting.[4] Faith later attended Cannon School in nearby Concord for her education.

Education

Faith attended Cannon School, a private preparatory institution in Concord, North Carolina, where she completed her high school education and graduated as part of the Class of 2018 in June.[7] During her high school years, Faith balanced her academic commitments with her burgeoning interest in country music, identifying as a singer and engaging in early musical activities in her hometown of Davidson.[8] After high school, she relocated to Nashville, Tennessee, at age 18 to pursue higher education, enrolling in the fall of 2018 in Belmont University's songwriting program, which offered specialized training in composition, lyrics, and performance techniques essential to the music industry.[9][10] This move immersed her in Nashville's vibrant professional music community while allowing her to continue developing her craft through university resources, including collaborative songwriting sessions and performance opportunities.[11] Faith graduated from Belmont University in December 2021 with a degree in songwriting, marking the completion of her formal education.[12]

Career

Beginnings and early releases (2018–2020)

Carter Faith's professional career began in 2018 when, as a 17-year-old high school senior, she performed "The Star-Spangled Banner" at Oriole Park at Camden Yards during a Baltimore Orioles game against the Boston Red Sox.[13] This debut performance marked her initial foray into public stages and garnered early attention for her vocal abilities.[14] In 2019, Faith signed her first management deal with Pound It Out Loud Entertainment, a Nashville-based company that supported her transition into the country music scene.[15] This partnership provided her with foundational resources to develop her artistry amid her move to Nashville. Her enrollment at Belmont University further facilitated key connections in the city's music community.[16] Faith released her debut single, "Leaving Tennessee," on July 31, 2020, under the Pound It Out Loud imprint.[17] The track, which explores themes of wanderlust and returning to one's roots, drew from her North Carolina upbringing in Davidson, where she first honed her songwriting on topics of leaving home and personal growth.[18] Later that year, in October 2020, Faith signed an artist development deal with Altadena Music, the company founded by the late producer busbee.[19] This agreement enhanced her visibility in Nashville, positioning her for broader opportunities in songwriting and recording.[20]

Debut EP and rising recognition (2021–2023)

In April 2021, Faith released The Dusk Sessions, a three-track acoustic EP that previewed her emerging sound with stripped-down versions of originals like "Easy Pill" and "Leaving Tennessee."[21] In August 2021, as a senior at Belmont University, Carter Faith released her debut EP, Let Love Be Love, on August 20 via Altadena/Pound It Out Loud, a label partnership that stemmed from her 2019 signing.[22][23] The six-track collection, produced by Ben West, showcases Faith's blend of country-pop influences with introspective lyrics about love and self-discovery, drawing from her songwriting collaborations with writers like Margaret Valentine and Jen Stegall.[22][24] The EP's tracklist includes:
  • "Joyride"
  • "Buzzkilla"
  • "Cowboys & Dreamers"
  • "Lasso"
  • "I Just Wanna Dance"
  • "Pipe Dream"
That same summer, Faith made her debut performance at Nashville's historic Ryman Auditorium on July 26, closing out the sold-out Whiskey Jam 10th Anniversary concert alongside established country acts, which helped solidify her presence in the local scene.[25] Faith's rising profile gained further momentum in 2022. In March, Billboard named her Country Rookie of the Month, highlighting her vocal style and songwriting prowess following the EP's release and her publishing deal with Universal Music Publishing Group Nashville.[12] This recognition came amid active songwriting sessions that expanded her network, including co-writes with industry figures like Valentine on tracks that emphasized personal growth and relationships.[12] By June 21, she achieved a career milestone with her Grand Ole Opry debut, performing songs from Let Love Be Love in the iconic circle, an event that underscored her transition from emerging artist to industry contender.[26] That year, she also released the single "Greener Pasture" on February 25.[27] In late 2023, Faith released her EP Man on October 27 via Suburban Heartbreak Records, marking a thematic evolution toward female empowerment and resilience.[28][29] The four-track project, including the title song with lyrics challenging gender stereotypes—"This is a man's world / But women hold it up"—reflects her growing confidence as a songwriter addressing strength amid vulnerability, built on the collaborative foundation from her earlier work.[30] She also released the single "Wild" on May 5.[31]

Debut album and expansion into acting (2024–present)

In 2024, Faith released the five-track EP The Aftermath on October 11 via Capitol Records Nashville, exploring themes of love, loss, and resilience with collaborations including Alison Krauss on "Blue Bird."[32] In June 2025, Carter Faith announced her debut studio album, Cherry Valley, set for release on October 3 via Gatsby Records, an imprint of MCA Nashville, marking a significant milestone in her transition to major-label status.[33] The album, produced by her longtime collaborator Tofer Brown, features 15 tracks co-written with notable songwriters including Jessie Jo Dillon, Ashley Monroe, and Jessi Alexander, exploring themes of heartbreak, hometown rumors, and personal truths drawn from Faith's experiences in North Carolina and Nashville.[34][35][4] The lead single, "Sex, Drugs and Country Music," was unveiled alongside the announcement, setting the tone for the album's bold, narrative-driven songwriting that critics praised for its vivid storytelling and emotional depth.[33][36] Upon release, Cherry Valley received acclaim for Faith's confident lyricism and genre-blending production, with reviewers highlighting tracks like "Cherry Valley" and "Bar Star" as standouts that capture a sense of whimsical yet introspective wanderlust.[37][38] Extending the Cherry Valley era into the holiday season, Faith released the two-song collection A Cherry Valley Holiday on November 7, 2025, featuring a cover of The Eagles' "Please Come Home for Christmas" and an original track, "Nothin' for Christmas," which blends festive warmth with her signature heartfelt introspection.[39] Parallel to her music career, Faith expanded into acting with her debut role in the Netflix thriller Heartland, announced in September 2025, where she co-stars as the missing niece alongside Jessica Chastain and John Hawkes in a story of family secrets and rural mystery.[40] Filming for the project began later that month, representing Faith's first foray into film and showcasing her versatility beyond country music.[41]

Discography

Studio albums

Carter Faith's debut studio album, Cherry Valley, was released on October 3, 2025, through MCA Nashville, marking her transition from extended plays to a full-length project.[33] Produced by Tofer Brown over two years and recorded in 2024, the album spans 53 minutes and features 15 original tracks that weave cinematic storytelling with personal reflections on small-town roots, emotional turmoil, hazy Nashville nights, and themes of love, lust, and self-discovery.[42][43][44] The title track, "Cherry Valley," opens with a piano-driven ballad evoking an imagined refuge inspired by Tennessee road signs, setting a tone of introspective escape.[42] Pre-release singles included "Sex, Drugs, & Country Music," released in June 2025, capturing the raw energy of youthful rebellion and genre-blending influences, "If I Had Never Lost My Mind…" (February 2025), exploring themes of reflection and growth, and subsequent singles like "Arrows (Die For That Man)" and "Bar Star," highlighting Faith's smoky vocals and trippy, hippie-infused country sound.[44][45][46] Other notable tracks include "Betty," exploring relational dynamics, and "Grudge," delving into lingering resentments, all co-written by Faith with collaborators such as Jessie Jo Dillon.[43][47]
No.TitleLength
1.Cherry Valley3:52
2.Sex, Drugs, & Country Music3:36
3.Arrows (Die For That Man)3:51
4.Bar Star2:52
5.Betty2:54
6.Grudge3:15
7.Six String4:06
8.If I Had Never Lost My Mind…3:10
9.Misery Loves Company3:20
10.Drink Up, Baby3:28
11.Burn My Memory3:45
12.Sails4:02
13.So I Sing3:33
14.Changed3:47
15.Wild3:56
Cherry Valley builds on the foundations laid by Faith's prior EPs, expanding her narrative scope into a cohesive full-length statement.[44] The album received critical acclaim for its emotional depth and genre fusion, with reviewers praising its balance of traditional country elements and modern psychedelia.[37] As of November 2025, no certifications have been awarded, and detailed sales figures remain unreported in major outlets.[48]

Extended plays

Carter Faith released her debut extended play, Let Love Be Love, on August 20, 2021, through Altadena and Pound It Out Loud Entertainment. This six-track project marked her first all-original collection, showcasing youthful themes of romance, self-discovery, and summer escapism through confessional songwriting and vulnerable vocals.[22] Produced primarily by Ben West, with contributions from Jen Stegall and Sean McConnell, the EP highlighted Faith's emerging artistry, blending country-pop elements with heartfelt lyrics drawn from personal poetry.[49] Initial reception praised its authenticity and potential, positioning Faith as a promising voice in country music.[50] The tracklist for Let Love Be Love is as follows:
  • "Joyride" (Carter Faith, Margaret Valentine, Jen Stegall)
  • "Buzzkilla" (Faith, Jonny Price)
  • "Cowboys & Dreamers" (Faith, Ashley Ray, Benjamin West)
  • "Lasso" (Faith, Jonny Price, Benjamin West)
  • "I Just Wanna Dance" (Faith, Jen Stegall, Sean McConnell)
  • "Pipe Dream" (Faith, Jonny Price)[22]
Faith's second EP, Man, arrived on October 27, 2023, via Suburban Heartbreak Records.[28] Comprising four tracks, it delved into mature themes of empowerment, heartbreak, and personal transformation, reflecting Faith's growth as a songwriter amid relational challenges.[51] Produced by Tofer Brown, the project emphasized soulful intensity and bold narratives, with Faith co-writing all songs to explore toxicity and resilience.[29] Critics noted its evolution from lighter fare, appreciating the raw emotional depth that signaled her maturation.[28] The tracklist for Man includes:
  • "Man" (Faith, Lauren Hungate, Tofer Brown)
  • "Unbreakable Wave" (Faith, Lauren Hungate, Tofer Brown)
  • "Rodeo & Juliet" (Faith, Tofer Brown)
  • "Rock n' Roll Me" (Faith, Tofer Brown)[29]
In 2024, Faith issued The Aftermath on October 11 through Capitol Records Nashville.[32] This five-track EP captured the complexities of post-breakup reflection and self-assurance in one's early 20s, featuring collaborations like Alison Krauss on "Blue Bird." Produced by Tofer Brown, it underscored Faith's songwriting progression with introspective lyrics and understated arrangements that prioritized vocal nuance and emotional resonance.[32] Reception highlighted its sincerity and genre-blending polish, with outlets like Billboard commending tracks such as "Alright" for their captivating storytelling.[52] The EP's focus on vulnerability and growth bridged Faith's earlier works to her full-length debut album in 2025.[53] The tracklist for The Aftermath consists of:
  • "The Aftermath" (Faith, Lauren Hungate, Tofer Brown)
  • "Alright" (Faith, Ashley Monroe, Tofer Brown)
  • "Blue Bird" (Faith, Tofer Brown, feat. Alison Krauss)
  • "Strong Stuff" (Faith, Lauren Hungate, Tofer Brown)
  • "Late Bloomer" (Faith, Tofer Brown)[32]
Across these EPs, Faith's catalog evolved from playful, debut explorations to deeper, more assured examinations of womanhood, demonstrating her refining songwriting voice and production choices that amplified thematic maturity.[54]

Singles

Carter Faith released her debut single "Leaving Tennessee" on July 31, 2020, as an independent effort through Altadena and Pound It Out Loud Entertainment.[55] The track, which reflects on leaving home for new opportunities, quickly gained traction, accumulating nearly one million on-demand streams within months of its release.[19] This was followed later that year by additional standalone releases "Sinners in a Small Town" and "Easy Pill," marking her early exploration of country storytelling themes. These initial singles established her presence in the independent country scene, emphasizing personal narratives with radio airplay on niche stations and growing streaming visibility. In promotion of her 2021 debut EP Let Love Be Love, Faith issued "Joyride" as a lead single on June 10, 2021.[56] Described as a "love song for small-town daydreamers," the upbeat track captures the excitement of new romance and received positive coverage for blending traditional country elements with modern appeal, contributing to early radio rotations on emerging artist playlists.[57] The title track "Let Love Be Love" from the same EP also served as a key promotional single upon the project's August 20 release, highlighting Faith's vocal range and songwriting depth.[22] Faith's 2023 EP Man featured the title track "Man" as its lead single, released on October 27 alongside the project.[58] The song, a bold anthem about self-empowerment and relationships, garnered attention for its soulful intensity and was supported by a music video that amplified its streaming performance, with the EP tracks collectively adding to her over 75 million combined streams by 2024.[59] For her 2025 debut album Cherry Valley, Faith released pre-release singles including "If I Had Never Lost My Mind…" (February 2025), inspired by a personal breakup and exploring themes of reflection and growth.[4] Subsequent singles from the album included "Bar Star," which debuted with strong streaming metrics exceeding 268,000 monthly plays, and "Arrows (Die For That Man)," both benefiting from radio airplay on country outlets.[60][61] "Sex, Drugs, & Country Music" also emerged as a promotional single, praised for its edgy take on industry life.[43] In November 2025, Faith ventured into holiday music with the non-album single collection A Cherry Valley Holiday, released on November 7.[62] The two-track set features an original duet "Nothin' for Christmas" with William Beckmann, evoking festive romance, and a cover of The Eagles' "Please Come Home for Christmas," which quickly entered holiday streaming playlists and received early radio spins on country holiday formats.[39]

Tours and live performances

Opening acts and collaborations

Carter Faith began gaining prominence in the country music scene through high-profile opening slots for established artists. In 2023, she opened for Keith Urban during his performances, including a notable show at the Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, Florida, where she debuted tracks like "Carolina Burns" to enthusiastic crowds.[63] Similarly, that year, Faith supported Willie Nelson at a concert in Iowa on June 27, marking a significant early milestone that connected her with country music legends and broadened her audience reach.[64] By 2025, Faith expanded her touring presence as a supporting act on major packages, including Little Big Town's Summer Tour '25, where she joined headliners Little Big Town and Carly Pearce for multiple dates across amphitheaters such as Northwell at Jones Beach Theater on August 9 and iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre on August 21.[65] She has collaborated with Shaboozey and Ella Langley, including a December 2024 show where Shaboozey headlined with Faith as opener at The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas on December 11.[66] These opportunities included joint festival appearances and tour stops that amplified her visibility.[47] Faith's collaborative performances extended to on-stage duets, particularly with Ella Langley, where they performed songs like "Cowboy Friends" together during Langley's 2024 tour dates at venues such as the EXIT/IN in Nashville, emphasizing themes of female solidarity in country music.[67] These roles as an opener and collaborator significantly boosted her exposure leading up to her debut album Cherry Valley in October 2025, resulting in substantial fan growth through access to larger venues and established fanbases, while forging key industry connections that propelled her career forward.[47]

Notable solo performances

Carter Faith's solo performance career began gaining prominence in Nashville's intimate venues, where she honed her craft through songwriter rounds and emerging artist showcases. In January 2020, she made an early appearance at Song Suffragettes, a weekly all-female acoustic series at The Listening Room Cafe, performing her original song "High As You" in a round that highlighted her emotive vocals and storytelling style.[68] This platform became a recurring space for Faith, as she later hosted a writers' round during the organization's 9th anniversary celebration in April 2023, sharing songs that showcased her growth as a performer and collaborator in Nashville's country scene.[69] Her trajectory shifted toward larger historic stages with her debut at the Ryman Auditorium in July 2021, where she closed out the sold-out Whiskey Jam 10th Anniversary concert alongside established country acts, delivering a set that blended her rising hits with covers to captivate the audience.[25] This milestone marked a pivotal evolution in her live style, transitioning from the raw, unplugged intimacy of small rooms like The Listening Room to the grandeur of iconic venues, where she incorporated fuller band arrangements and dynamic stage presence to engage broader crowds.[70] Building on this momentum, Faith achieved another landmark in June 2022 with her Grand Ole Opry debut on June 21, performing selections from her early catalog in the hallowed circle, an honor that solidified her status among country music's elite institutions; she has since performed there 13 times as of 2025.[26][71] In 2025, following the October 3 release of her debut album Cherry Valley, Faith expanded her solo headline presence with high-profile festival slots that emphasized her matured artistry. Her performance at CMA Fest's VIP Platform Stage in June further illustrated this progression, as she commanded a larger audience with songs reflecting personal themes of growth and resilience, bridging her roots in Nashville's smaller scenes to her command of festival environments.[72] Earlier international expansions included her 2024 appearances at the C2C: Country to Country festival in Berlin on March 3 and London on March 9-10, where she previewed unreleased tracks from her forthcoming album.[73][71]

Personal life

Family and upbringing

Carter Faith maintains close relationships with her family, who continue to play a significant role in her personal and professional life. She has an older sister, four years her senior, with whom she shares a bond reflected in her songwriting, such as in "So I Sing," which depicts two sisters using music to navigate family conflicts. Her younger brother, a musical artist who performs under the stage name Grifdorf (also spelled Gryffdorff in some references), represents a potential avenue for future familial creative exchanges, though their interactions remain primarily personal. Faith's father, known for his tireless work ethic from his own career achievements like earning a college baseball scholarship and representing a major sports franchise owner, instilled in her a disciplined approach to daily practice, emphasizing consistent songwriting and performance even after her move to Nashville. Faith has shared that she learned to sing by listening to Eric Church albums with her father, whom she describes as "everything to me," underscoring his role in her early musical development.[74][5][75] Growing up in a non-musical family in Davidson, North Carolina, shaped Faith's independent path in country music, as she taught herself guitar and piano without familial guidance in the industry. This background fostered her self-reliant creativity, evident in how she draws thematic inspiration from everyday family dynamics rather than professional mentorship. For instance, songs like "Sex, Drugs, & Country Music" stem from personal family discussions, where she explained its metaphorical layers to her father, highlighting the trust and openness in their ongoing dialogue. Her family's support remains evident in post-2021 anecdotes, such as their regular attendance at her Nashville performances and her daily check-ins with her mother, which help her stay grounded amid her rising career.[5][35][75] The lasting impact of her upbringing is seen in Faith's emphasis on authenticity in her music, where non-musical family roots encourage themes of resilience and relational bonds over genre conventions. Her parents, who were young and supportive during her early pursuits, continue to influence her by treating her as an equal and best friend, reinforcing the work ethic that drives her independent trajectory. This dynamic has allowed her to channel family-inspired narratives into broader explorations of emotional independence in tracks from her 2025 debut album Cherry Valley.[5][75]

Residence and affiliations

Carter Faith relocated to Nashville, Tennessee, in 2018 at the age of 18 to enroll in Belmont University's songwriting program, a move that facilitated her immersion in the city's music ecosystem.[12] Following her graduation from Belmont in 2021, she established Nashville as her permanent base, continuing to build her career there.[12] As of 2024, Faith rents a home in East Nashville, where she maintains a creative environment reflective of her evolving artistry.[76] Deeply integrated into the Nashville music scene, Faith is a member of Song Suffragettes, an all-female songwriter collective that hosts weekly performances to promote women in country music and has played a key role in her professional development through collaborative songwriting rounds.[69] She has hosted events for the group, including a 2023 writers' round honoring Natalie Hemby, underscoring her active involvement.[69] Additionally, Faith signed with MCA Nashville, a division of Universal Music Group, in June 2024, strengthening her ties to the label's storied country roster and providing a platform for her recordings.[77] In Nashville, Faith balances her music career with emerging opportunities in acting, including her 2025 Netflix debut in the movie Heartland, allowing her to pursue multifaceted creative endeavors while rooted in the city's vibrant entertainment community.[40][78]

Awards and nominations

Music awards

In March 2022, Carter Faith was named Billboard's Country Rookie of the Month, an accolade that spotlighted her as a promising new voice in country music following the release of her early singles and her signing with a major publisher.[12] This recognition underscored her self-taught songwriting skills and smoky vocal style, positioning her among emerging artists to watch in Nashville.[12] Carter Faith's momentum continued to build, culminating in her win for MusicRow's 2025 Discovery Artist of the Year award, which honors developing Nashville talents demonstrating exceptional potential and industry buzz.[79] The award, announced on September 3, 2025, celebrated her rapid rise through consistent touring, collaborations, and the anticipation surrounding her debut album Cherry Valley.[80] That same year, Faith attended the 18th Academy of Country Music (ACM) Honors ceremony on August 20, 2025, in Nashville, where she performed a tribute rendition of Morgan Wallen's "Lies, Lies, Lies" alongside Little Big Town's Karen Fairchild, contributing to the event's showcase of rising stars and industry tributes.[81]

Other recognitions

Faith was featured in CMT's Next Women of Country campaign in 2023 and in CMT's LISTEN UP program in 2024, both initiatives highlighting emerging female artists in country music.[82][83] In 2022, she was included in Spotify's Fresh Finds program, which spotlights independent and rising artists across genres.[84] She was named to All Country News' Artists to Watch list for 2025, recognizing her as one of the genre's promising talents.[85] In October 2025, Amazon Music selected her as a Breakthrough Artist, part of their Country Music Month celebration.[86] Faith's casting in the 2025 Netflix thriller Heartland marked her acting debut and was widely recognized as a breakout role for the rising artist, pairing her with Oscar winner Jessica Chastain and nominee John Hawkes in a mystery set in the American Midwest.[40] The role, announced in September 2025, highlighted her transition from music to film, with industry outlets praising the opportunity as a significant step in broadening her entertainment presence.[41] In 2025, Faith received prominent media features that underscored her evolving artistry. American Songwriter profiled her debut album Cherry Valley in October, exploring how she channels personal heartbreak and small-town experiences into authentic country narratives, positioning her as a deeply emotional songwriter.[4] Similarly, COWGIRL Magazine highlighted her journey from North Carolina to Nashville in a feature on the same album, emphasizing her growth as a voice in contemporary country while noting her early songwriting beginnings at age sixteen.[47] These acknowledgments, including invitations to high-profile events like CMA Fest in June 2025 where she performed multiple sets, extended Faith's visibility beyond traditional music circles.[87] The combined impact of her acting venture and media exposure elevated her profile, drawing attention from film and lifestyle sectors and solidifying her as a multifaceted talent in entertainment.[88]

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  33. Album Review – Carter Faith's “Cherry Valley” - Saving Country Music
  34. https://www.vanderbilthustler.com/2025/10/07/take-a-trip-to-cherry-valley-with-carter-faiths-new-album/
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  58. https://entertainment-focus.com/2025/11/08/carter-faith-shares-new-holiday-collection-a-cherry-valley-holiday/
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