Jason Cross
Jason Cross | |
|---|---|
| Born | Michigan, U.S. |
| Origin | Nashville, Tennessee, U.S. |
| Genres | Country rock |
| Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter |
| Years active | 2015–present |
| Labels | Independent |
Jason Cross is an American country rock singer-songwriter based in Nashville, Tennessee. He has developed a presence as an independent performer through national touring and appearances at venues on Lower Broadway in Nashville. Cross has opened for artists including Jon Langston, Chase Matthew, Tyler Farr, and Scotty McCreery, performed as direct support on the Blue Collar Country Tour, and later headlined his own Hits Hometown Acoustic Tour.[1][2][3][4]
Early life and background
Cross was raised in Michigan, where he began performing in bars, fairs, and small venues across the state, gradually building a regional following. In 2020, he relocated to Nashville, Tennessee to further his career as a country rock artist and develop his sound within the Nashville music scene.[5]
Career
Cross released his debut single, It Ain’t Me, in 2021 as an independent artist.[6] Over the following years, he independently released a series of singles drawing on a blend of country storytelling and rock-inspired instrumentation.[7]
Cross has appeared regularly on Lower Broadway, including performances at Garth Brooks’ Friends in Low Places Bar & Honky-Tonk in Nashville.[8][9]
Media appearances
In August 2024, Cross was featured on the Raised Rowdy Podcast, where he discussed his early musical development, his Michigan roots, songwriting influences, and his move to Nashville to pursue a career in country rock.[10] In a separate interview on the Toad’s Tunes podcast, Cross spoke in depth about his journey to Nashville, the inspiration behind his early releases, his approach to maintaining authenticity in his music, and his experiences on the road as an independent artist.[11]
Notable appearances
On August 16, 2025, Cross opened for Drake Milligan at Kellogg Arena in Battle Creek, Michigan as part of the Downtown Country Jam event.[12][13] He also appeared for an on-air interview with WIN 98.5 to promote the event, which included discussion of the show and his music.[14]
In 2025, Cross joined Lakeview as direct support on the Blue Collar Country Tour, with coverage noting his opening set at the Georgia Theatre in Athens, Georgia.[15] Later that year, he embarked on his headlining Hits Hometown Acoustic Tour, which was promoted across multiple markets in the Upper Midwest.[16][17]
Tours
As headliner
- Hits Hometown Acoustic Tour (2025)[18]
As supporting act
- Blue Collar Country Tour with Lakeview (2025)[19]
Discography
Singles
| Year | Title | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | "It Ain’t Me" | |
| 2021 | "Beer Ain’t Gonna Drink Itself" | |
| 2022 | "Travelin' Kind" | |
| 2022 | "Already Gone" | |
| 2022 | "Good Jeans" | |
| 2023 | "Routine Town" | |
| 2023 | "Til It Does" | |
| 2024 | "Mud" | |
| 2024 | "Money Where Your Mouth Is" | |
| 2024 | "Ends of the Earth" | |
| 2025 | "Too Good Not To" | |
| 2025 | "Hits Hometown" | |
| 2025 | "Hits Hometown (Remix)" | feat. Tattoos and Tone |
| 2025 | "Same Ol'" |
EPs
- Unplugged (2024)
Track listing:
- "Routine Town" (Acoustic)
- "Til It Does" (Acoustic)
- "Plush" (Acoustic) (Stone Temple Pilots cover)
- "Routine Town"
- "Til It Does"
Personal life
Cross became engaged to his manager, Currin Blair, in 2025.[20]
References
- ↑ "Michigan Boy Making a Name In Music City: Newcomer Jason Cross stopped by to talk about "Routine Town"". RFD-TV. March 1, 2024. Retrieved October 28, 2025.
- ↑ "Blue Collar Country Comes To Athens, GA: Concert Review". Melodies N’ Memories. February 9, 2025. Retrieved October 28, 2025.
- ↑ "Jason Cross Concerts & Live Tour Dates: 2025–2026 Tickets". Bandsintown. Retrieved October 28, 2025.
- ↑ "Jason Cross". Upper Peninsula Travel & Recreation Association. Retrieved October 28, 2025.
- ↑ "Michigan Boy Making a Name In Music City: Newcomer Jason Cross stopped by to talk about "Routine Town"". RFD-TV. March 1, 2024. Retrieved October 28, 2025.
- ↑ Exit/In Staff. "Jason Cross". Exit/In. Retrieved October 28, 2025.
- ↑ "Jason Cross – Official Website". JasonCrossMusic.com. Retrieved October 28, 2025.
- ↑ "Garth's Place Is a New High Point On Lower Broadway in Nashville". Music City Nashville. January 12, 2024. Retrieved October 28, 2025.
- ↑ "Jason Cross: Garth Brooks – Friends in Low Places (event listing)". Main Street Nashville. September 6, 2023. Retrieved October 28, 2025.
- ↑ "Episode 178 – Jason Cross". Raised Rowdy Podcast. August 9, 2024. Retrieved October 29, 2025.
- ↑ "Jason Cross: Spendin' a little time with Toad on his last trip to Vegas". Toad’s Tunes Podcast. 2024. Retrieved October 29, 2025.
- ↑ "Downtown Country Jam featuring Drake Milligan". Kellogg Arena. August 16, 2025. Retrieved October 28, 2025.
- ↑ "Downtown Country Jam". WIN 98.5. August 2025. Retrieved October 28, 2025.
- ↑ "WIN 98.5 Interview with Jason Cross". WIN 98.5. August 2025. Retrieved October 28, 2025.
- ↑ "Blue Collar Country Comes To Athens, GA: Concert Review". Melodies N’ Memories. February 9, 2025. Retrieved October 28, 2025.
- ↑ "Jason Cross". Upper Peninsula Travel & Recreation Association. Retrieved October 28, 2025.
- ↑ "Jason Cross Concerts & Live Tour Dates: 2025–2026 Tickets". Bandsintown. Retrieved October 28, 2025.
- ↑ "Jason Cross". Upper Peninsula Travel & Recreation Association. Retrieved October 28, 2025.
- ↑ "Blue Collar Country Comes To Athens, GA: Concert Review". Melodies N’ Memories. February 9, 2025. Retrieved October 28, 2025.
- ↑ "Instagram post announcing engagement". Instagram. Retrieved October 28, 2025.
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