CRS Announces 2026 'Cycle of A Song' Lineup

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Country Radio Seminar (CRS) has revealed the lineup for the 2026 'Cycle of A Song' sessions, which will take place during the Digital Music Summit at CRS 2026 in Nashville. The sessions will feature performances and discussions with artists Josh Ross, Chase Matthew, and Koe Wetzel, focusing on the creative process behind hit songs like 'Single Again,' 'Darlin',' and 'High Road'.

Why it matters

The 'Cycle of A Song' sessions are a highlight of the CRS Digital Music Summit, providing unique insights into how country artists and songwriters develop their craft. These sessions help radio programmers, marketers, and industry professionals better understand the creative process and connect more deeply with the music.

The details

The 'Cycle of A Song' sessions will be integrated across the three-day CRS 2026 conference, which will focus on key themes like sales and revenue, innovation, resilience, music discovery, and talent engagement. In addition to the artist-led sessions, the Digital Music Summit will also examine the evolving dynamics between radio, streaming, and social media, as well as the tools and analytics used to understand audience behavior.

• CRS 2026 will take place March 18-20, 2026 in Nashville.
• The 'Cycle of A Song' sessions will be featured as part of the Digital Music Summit programming.

What’s next

CRS 2026 will take place March 18-20, 2026 at the Omni Hotel in Nashville, with the 'Cycle of A Song' sessions as part of the Digital Music Summit programming.