Win a pass to watch The Red Clay Strays at ACL Season 52
The Red Clay Strays, composed of Brandon Coleman, Drew Nix, Zach Rishel, Andrew Bishop, John Hall, and Sevans Henderson, emerged as a band to watch back in 2016. Hailing from Mobile, Alabama, their journey began with captivating live performances and a distinctive Southern rock sound that quickly gained them an audience. By 2022, their debut album “Moment of Truth” produced the hit single “Wondering Why,” propelling the band into the top rankings of both the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs Chart and the Hot Country Songs Chart published by Billboard magazine. Two years later, under the wings of RCA Records, The Red Clay Strays released their sophomore album “Made by These Moments,” winning critical acclaim for its fusion of electric rock and Southern soul.
The band’s unique musical style did not go unnoticed, as Rolling Stone praised them as a rock & roll powerhouse set to reinvent Southern rock music, and Pollstar commended their fresh interpretation of rootsy Southern rock with a burst of hard rock energy. “Made by These Moments” made its mark on the Billboard 200, debuting in the top ten of the Top Country Albums Chart. The band received various accolades, including the ‘Emerging Artist of the Year’ Award at the 2024 Americana Honors & Awards, their first Billboard Music Award for Top Country Group, and the 2025 ACM Award for New Duo or Group of the Year. The consecutive CMA Award nominations for Vocal Group of the Year in 2024 and 2025 culminated in a win at the 59th Annual CMA Awards.
Their journey continued with the release of their inaugural live album, ‘Live At The Ryman,’ a recording of their captivating three-night performance at Nashville’s iconic Ryman Auditorium during the 2024 These Moments Tour. The band embarked on their global ‘Get Right Tour,’ making memorable stops at renowned venues such as the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles, Red Rocks Amphitheatre, and The Amphitheater at the Wharf in their hometown of Alabama. The Red Clay Strays are gearing up for a busy 2026 with appearances at Stagecoach, Madison Square Garden, and a two-night spectacle at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. Their electrifying performances continue to captivate audiences worldwide and solidify their position as a rising force in the music industry.