Charles Wesley Godwin - Sound of Nashville Open Air 2025

In the organizer's words:

The wait is over: after C2C: Country to Country 2025 in Berlin, the unmistakable sound from Nashville is returning to Germany! From August 22 to 24, visitors can look forward to a spectacular weekend on the open-air deck of the Kantine in Cologne - with powerful voices, impressive live performances and the special atmosphere of an open air that is all about the music. After last year's successful kick-off, the Sound of Nashville Open Air promises another extraordinary open-air experience in 2025. For three days, country music fans can expect a program that they should definitely not miss. The line-up combines exciting newcomers and established stars of the scene and also offers a variety of activities around the grounds. With CAMERON WHITCOMB, ERIN KINSEY and CHARLES WESLEY GODWIN as headliners, the Sound of Nashville Open Air 2025 promises to be an unforgettable experience. The line-up is rounded off by other talented artists who will make the event a highlight.

The Sound of Nashville Open Air celebrated a successful debut in Cologne's cathedral city in 2024, delighting audiences with outstanding music, glorious weather and a unique atmosphere. In addition to rousing performances by artists such as Tim Hicks, Tyler Sjöström, Tebey, Brent Cobb and the Red Clay Strays, visitors were treated to numerous additional highlights. Culinary delights were provided by food trucks and drinks stands, while activities such as lasso throwing and cornhole provided an entertaining change of pace. Various traders invited visitors to browse and shop. An all-round successful event, which is now being continued with a promising second edition.

On each day of the event, four outstanding artists will enrich the main stage of the Sound of Nashville Open Air with their unique performances. On Friday, headliner CAMERON WHITCOMB will thrill the audience with his mix of country and folk rock. The Canadian singer-songwriter has captured millions of hearts worldwide, with 1.4 million TikTok followers and over 6 million monthly Spotify listeners. Following the success of his debut EP and sold-out shows in North America, he will be performing live in Germany for the first time at the Sound of Nashville Open Air. He will then play further concerts in Munich and Berlin as part of his "Hundred Mile High Tour".

On Saturday, ERIN KINSEY will captivate the audience with her charismatic voice and moving stories. The Texan celebrated great success with her debut EP "40 East" (2022) and recorded over 130 million streams. Her latest work "Gettin' Away With It" (2024) produced viral hits such as "I Ain't Crazy" and "Matchmaker". She has also written for the likes of Dolly Parton and Sara Evans.

The crowning finale on Sunday will be CHARLES WESLEY GODWIN, who will thrill the audience with his soulful songs. The West Virginian gained international recognition with his album "Family Ties" (2023). His music combines country and folk in a unique way. With his new EP "Lonely Mountain Town" (2025), he delivers introspective songs such as "Dead To Rights" and confirms his status as one of the most exciting singer-songwriters on the scene.

In addition to the musical highlights, visitors can expect a wide range of culinary delights. Various food trucks and drinks stands will provide a diverse gastronomic experience. Festival guests will also have the opportunity to browse for jewelry and cowboy hats at various vendors or stock up on exclusive items at the merchandise stand. Additional entertainment is provided by leisure activities such as lasso throwing and the classic cornhole game, where visitors can put their skills to the test. The Open Air thus offers the perfect mix of first-class music, culinary highlights and varied entertainment.