Ella Langley Honored as Powerhouse at Billboard's Women in Music Event

Country star to receive prestigious award for chart-topping success and bold artistry.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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Ella Langley, a rising country music star, will be honored with the Powerhouse Award at Billboard's annual Women in Music event on April 29 in Los Angeles. Langley recently made history as the first woman to top the Billboard 100, Hot Country Songs, and Country Airplay charts simultaneously with her hit single "Choosin' Texas." The event will also recognize Tate McRae with the Hitmaker Award.

Why it matters

Langley's achievement of becoming the first woman to top Billboard's major country music charts at the same time underscores her growing influence and impact in the genre. The Women in Music event celebrates the contributions of female artists, highlighting their success and empowering the next generation.

The details

Billboard announced that Ella Langley will receive the Powerhouse Award at its annual Women in Music event, which honors the top female artists and industry leaders. The event will take place on April 29 at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles. Langley's award recognizes her "commanding voice, bold storytelling, and chart success," including her recent historic feat of topping the Billboard 100, Hot Country Songs, and Country Airplay charts simultaneously with her single "Choosin' Texas." Tate McRae will also be honored at the event, receiving the Hitmaker Award.

  • Ella Langley topped the Billboard 100, Hot Country Songs, and Country Airplay charts earlier this month.
  • The Billboard Women in Music event will take place on April 29, 2026, in Los Angeles.

The players

Ella Langley

A rising country music star who recently made history as the first woman to top the Billboard 100, Hot Country Songs, and Country Airplay charts at the same time.

Billboard

A leading music industry publication that hosts the annual Women in Music event to celebrate the achievements of female artists.

Tate McRae

A pop artist who will receive the Hitmaker Award at the Billboard Women in Music event for her chart-topping success.

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What’s next

Billboard is expected to announce its prestigious 2026 Woman of the Year in the weeks leading up to the Women in Music event.

The takeaway

Ella Langley's recognition as a Powerhouse at the Billboard Women in Music event highlights the growing influence and success of female artists in the country music genre, breaking down barriers and inspiring the next generation of musicians.