At just 21, Avery Anna is proving herself as a compelling new voice in modern country music. I saw her perform at the Manchester Apollo on Wednesday while supporting Jordan Davis, and it was clear she has a promising career ahead.

Her set featured strong, well-crafted songs that have already racked up impressive streaming numbers. Vocally, she is remarkable, blending country with rock-pop while maintaining exceptional control and a beautiful, expressive tone. Her down-to-earth personality makes her immediately relatable, and she commands the stage with ease.

Her set included Blame It On My Broken Heart, showcasing a country-rock mix that included heavier elements, setting the tone for a dynamic performance. She also delivered an impressive rendition of Taylor Swift’s Love Story, which the audience naturally loved. Highlights included her own popular tracks Narcissist and Indigo. Indigo is a collaboration with Sam Barber that features Avery Anna. That song alone has already surpassed 360 million streams on Spotify, and the live performance did the song some great justice.

Midway through the set, she surprised the audience with a cover of Ozzy Osbourne’s No More Tears. It was an unexpected turn for a country show, but the band handled the sound and guitar work with skill, showing Avery Anna’s willingness to push genre boundaries. Her set weaved seamlessly between country, rock, and pop, showcasing her versatility and genre-blurring approach.

There are clear modern touches to her style that make her stand out. At times, I felt she evokes Billie Eilish, particularly through her breathy, hushed vocal delivery that feels intimate and direct. Both artists share confessional songwriting, tackling heavy topics with honesty and vulnerability. Her genre-blurring covers and “Sad Girl” aesthetic position her as a leader in the modern, emotionally raw side of country music, while her instrumentation remains rooted in country-rock traditions.

Her social media presence also reflects her connection to a young audience. With over 2.1 million TikTok followers, she has leveraged candid videos and home-recorded snippets to create a personal and engaged fan base. Her storytelling, intimate vocals, and willingness to explore emotional complexity make her one to watch in 2026 and beyond.

Avery Anna combines youthful perspective, vocal strength, and genre versatility with a relatable charm, setting her apart as a rising star in modern country music.

Author: Andrew Braithwaite

Andrew is the founder and chief editor of Music Talkers. He's also a keen music enthusiast and plays the guitar.