With Opener: Spencer Hatcher

Tennessee-born troubadour Larry Fleet grew up on a stack of records that spun everything from Merle Haggard and Willie Nelson to Otis Redding and Marvin Gaye. That mix shaped a sound rooted in country storytelling but unafraid to reach beyond its borders. A thoughtful songwriter with a knack for sharp one-liners, sturdy hooks, and a powerhouse voice that cuts straight to the truth, Fleet was working blue-collar jobs long before ever landing a record deal. 

A devout family man and respected songwriter (including co-writing “Man Made A Bar,” recorded by Morgan Wallen featuring Eric Church), Fleet has built an impressive catalog: 2019’s aptly titled Workin’ Hard, 2021’s Stack of Records—a nod to the music that raised him—2023’s Earned It with the standout “Things I Take for Granted,” and now 2025’s independently released Hard Work & Holy Water. 

Fleet is doing things his own way—touring globally, connecting with fans, and staying true to where he’s from while taking country music somewhere new.

About Spencer Hatcher
Nashville newcomer Spencer Hatcher defines his journey through two miracles: surviving a 20-foot fall and signing a record deal with Stone Country Records within the same month. Raised on a Virginia farm playing bluegrass, Hatcher’s transition to country went viral on TikTok, earning him nearly a million followers and a partnership with Mountain Dew.

In September 2024, a roof accident left Hatcher with a fractured pelvis and punctured lung. Showing immense resilience, he was back on stage within three weeks—cane in hand. His debut EP, Honky Tonk Hideaway, and hit single “When She Calls Me Cowboy,” have since solidified him as a leader in the 90s-country revival.

Praised by Billboard for his authentic sound, the “String King” draws from heroes like Keith Whitley and George Strait. Hatcher is a traditionalist proving that “real country music” is back for good.

 


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