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Kelleigh Bannen is an American country music singer and media personality who has transitioned from a recording artist to a prominent radio host on Apple Music. With a career spanning over a decade, she has cultivated a reputation as a leading voice in country music.
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Request A ShowFeatured in an interview with American Noise, discussing her musical journey and independent artist status.
Host of "The Kelleigh Bannen Show" and #TodaysCountry on Apple Music, showcasing new and beloved country music. She also specifically hosts "Today’s Country Radio with Kelleigh Bannen", which airs every Friday on Apple Music Country. Her involvement includes conducting interviews with prominent country artists such as Brandon Lake & Cody Johnson, Corey Kent & Koe Wetzel, The Treaty Oak Revival, Riley Green, Dylan Gossett, Chris Young, ERNEST, Carter Faith, HARDY, Gavin Adcock, Zach Top, Lainey Wilson, Jordan Davis, Bailey Zimmerman, Luke Combs, Hudson Westbrook, Cole Swindell, Parker McCollum, Dierks Bentley, Morgan Wallen, Blake Shelton, Eric Church, Tucker Wetmore, Jon Pardi, Chappell Roan, Brandon Lake and Jelly Roll, Ty Myers, and Kane Brown.
Maintains an active presence on Facebook, connecting with fans and sharing updates about her music and shows.
Featured in an article discussing her career progression and how she became a leading country music personality.
Utilizes X to promote her music, shows, and engage with her audience.
Active on Instagram as a singer/songwriter and host, sharing personal and professional content.
Her music is available on Spotify, where she connects with a broad audience of listeners.
Discussed her new song 'The Optimist' and her Apple Music show 'Today's Country' in an interview.
Featured in a 'NYCS Swag Spotlight' interview, where she discussed her music, podcast, and women in country music.
Her podcast, 'This Nashville Life,' was highlighted for exploring marketing tips and branding.
Recognized by Billboard for her work and discussed in relation to Beats 1 launching 'Today's Country' show.
Discussed her new 'Deluxe' single, music video, and experiences as a woman in country music after becoming independent.
Co-founded The Preservation Society in Nashville with Colson Horton, focusing on protecting Nashville's history.
Kelleigh Carlyle Bannen was born on February 18, 1981, in Nashville, Tennessee. Her musical journey began at an early age, playing the violin at five years old. Bannen initially considered a career in law, even joining a vocal ensemble at the University of Virginia, which eventually reignited her passion for music. She later launched a jewelry business, which provided the flexibility needed to focus on songwriting. Her professional music career started around 2008, and she gained early recognition, being signed to EMI Records in 2012. That same year, she debuted her single “Sorry on the Rocks,” which charted on Hot Country Songs and received positive reviews. This was followed by “Famous” in 2014 and “You Are What You Love”.
Throughout her career, Bannen has released several albums, including “Radio Skies” (2008), “Cheap Sunglasses” (2016), “The Joneses” (2018), “Favorite Colors” (2019), and “Christmas Is Coming” (2020). While previously holding a major label recording contract, she later transitioned to independently releasing music. Her shift from a recording artist to a significant media personality is marked by her role as the host of Apple Music’s Beats 1 “Today’s Country” radio show. She also hosts “The Kelleigh Bannen Show” and the podcast “This Nashville Life,” further establishing her presence in the country music industry. Bannen made her national television debut on the Today show with Hoda and Jenna on October 29, 2019.
Beyond her musical and broadcasting endeavors, Bannen has been involved in advocacy. Following the passing of her brother in 2008, she embarked on a memory tour benefiting the Hazelden Foundation, which later merged to become the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation. She has also advocated for organizations like AA and the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, demonstrating her commitment to social causes.
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