James Otto, KC Johns, and Maggie Baugh Also Announced
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (March 26, 2026) – Country Cruising has added to their unique and star-studded lineup, which already features Country Music Hall of Fame legend Randy Travis (with his “More Life Tour”), newly announced 2026 Country Music Hall of Fame inductee Paul Overstreet, country hitmaker Craig Morgan, and many more. Newly announced artists include Country-Soul troubadour Drake White, rising artist-songwriter Alana Springsteen, powerful, genre-bending songstress Tiera Kennedy, soulful singer-songwriter James Otto, country-rock performer KC Johns, Texas band Kin Faux, rising musician Maggie Baugh, and alt-rocker Mike Miz. Additional previously announced performers include James Dupré, Chad Bushnell, and Dirty Grass Soul. Stay tuned for additional lineup announcements and cruise news coming soon. For more information and to book your cabin now, visit countrycruising.com.
Bringing undeniable Soul, upbeat energy, and unbreakable heart to the ship, Drake White makes the kind of music that can turn your day around. With over 500 million global streams, his music possesses a rare ability to strike an emotional chord with his unflinchingly honest storytelling heard in fan-favorite tracks such as “Makin’ Me Look Good Again,” “Livin’ The Dream,” and “Power of a Woman.” He has guested on The Kelly Clarkson Show and received praise from Entertainment Tonight, People, American Songwriter, and MusicRow among others. A road warrior, he continues to sell out headline shows, while giving back whenever possible. After surviving a stroke on stage, he created and headlined the “Benefit For The Brain” charity concert to raise awareness and funds for brain health. White will join Riley Green’s “Cowboy As It Gets” tour for select dates this spring.
Lauded by GRAMMY.com for “Speaking To An Entire Generation,” artist-songwriter Alana Springsteen has captivated Country music with multiple critically-acclaimed hits, including the RIAA Gold-certified “goodbye looks good on you (feat. Mitchell Tenpenny)” from her landmark debut album TWENTY SOMETHING. The Virginia Beach-bred musician has toured with superstars Keith Urban and Luke Bryan, earned her first No. 1 single, “Hot Honey” with Tiësto, and recently announced her sophomore album, I HOPE THIS HELPS, arriving May 29, alongside news of her ALANA SPRINGSTEEN: LIVE IN EUROPE headline summer tour, which will visit cities including London, Manchester, Glasgow, and Belfast, kicking off July 3 in Riaza, Spain and wrapping with a two-night stand in Breim, Norway on July 10 and 11.
Trailblazing performer, Tiera Kennedy has made her own lane with her R&B, country, and gospel influenced music. Last year, she was featured on Beyoncé’s GRAMMY award-winning record Cowboy Carter, collaborating with the icon on tracks “BLACKBIIRD” and “TYRANT.” Kennedy has also opened for fellow acts Kelsea Ballerini, Nelly, and The War & Treaty, and continues to host “The Tiera Show” daily on Apple Music Country. Her latest single, “The Giver,” is out now.
This lineup follows last month’s cruise announcement, with the Celebrity Summit setting sail April 11-18, 2027. Departing from Tampa, Florida, the ship will visit the Western Caribbean, including ports Cozumel, Belize, and Costa Maya. Guests will be treated to unique excursions, writers rounds, and experiences you can’t experience anywhere else.
About Country Cruising
Country Cruising is the ultimate country music festival at sea – bringing fans together with the legends they love, the hitmakers they know, and the rising stars they will soon discover. We curate a one-of-a-kind environment where iconic artists, acclaimed singer-songwriters, and emerging talent share the stage through intimate acoustic sets, rare collaborations, and programming you can’t experience anywhere else. Featuring top vacation destinations, Country Cruising delivers unique excursions off and onboard, including catamaran sailing, local food tours, city sightseeing, ziplining, snorkeling, and much more. Next spring, the Celebrity Summit will sail to Cozumel, Belize, and Costa Maya for a tropical vacation featuring a top-tier lineup of songwriters and performers. Previously announced talent for the 7th Anniversary cruise includes Randy Travis’ More Life Tour, Craig Morgan, Paul Overstreet, James Dupré, and Whey Jennings. Additional artists will be announced in the coming months. Since its inception, Country Cruising has long been known for its variety of itineraries and live shows. Past performers include Blake Shelton, Chris Young, Kelsea Ballerini, Trace Adkins, LOCASH, Clay Walker, Taylor Austin Dye, and many more. To book your cabin or learn more about Country Cruising, visit countrycruising.com.
About Drake White
Bringing undeniable Soul, upbeat energy, and unbreakable heart to Country, Drake White makes the kind of music that can turn your day around. He possesses a rare ability to strike an emotional chord with his unflinchingly honest storytelling, yet he’s got enough charisma and charm to lift even the most reserved crowd to its feet. Since 2013, the Hokes Bluff, AL Country-Soul troubadour has generated nearly half-a-billion streams across fan-favorite albums such as Spark [2016], The Optymistic[2022], and Low Country High Road [2024]. Moreover, he has collaborated with the likes of Maren Morris and Colbie Caillat and performed alongside everyone from Luke Bryan and Eric Church to Zac Brown Band. He has packed houses as a headliner, igniting THE OPTIMYSTIC TOUR and THE BRIDGE TOUR. Touted as one of Rolling Stone’s “10 Country Artists You Need To Know” and a GRAMMY® “Artist of Tomorrow,” he even notably took home International Song of the Year at the British CMA Awards. Not to mention, he has guested on The Kelly Clarkson Showand received praise from Entertainment Tonight, People, American Songwriter, and MusicRow among many others. Most importantly, White gives back whenever possible. Diagnosed with Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM), he survived a 2019 stroke on stage only to endure seven brain surgeries. Coming back stronger and raising awareness around brain health, he continues to pay it forward with his charity concert “Benefit For The Brain.” Now, White turns the page on his next chapter with recent singles “Nights on Fire,” “Nuthin’ But a Smile,” and “Tradition,” and more new music to come.
About Alana Springsteen
Since making her powerhouse debut with TWENTY SOMETHING – a landmark three-part album featuring GOLD “goodbye looks good on you (feat. Mitchell Tenpenny)” (among the RIAA’s Class of 2024) and accompanied by an extended DELUXE edition – artist-songwriter Alana Springsteen has won acclaim from the likes of NPR Music, who noted, “Few artists dissect and make sense of life in your 20s quite like Alana Springsteen.” Lauded by GRAMMY.com for “Speaking To An Entire Generation,” and praised by E! News as “one of Nashville’s most buzzworthy emerging artists,” she’s been crowned “the future of country music” by PEOPLE. With her latest output including crossover collaborations like her first career No. 1 with Tiësto (“Hot Honey”) and William Black (“My Own Advice” feat. ILLENIUM), she’s surpassed 404 MILLION streams worldwide. The 25-year-old is among the roster for the 2024 CMT LISTEN UP campaign; Class of 2023 for CMT Next Women of Country and MusicRow’s Next Big Thing; and a Celebrity Ambassador for the Ryan Seacrest Foundation. Along with headlining her first U.S. run, THE TWENTY SOMETHING TOUR, she’s appeared at the Grand Ole Opry, and supported Luke Bryan, LANY, Mitchell Tenpenny, NEEDTOBREATHE, Switchfoot, Keith Urban, and more. Following the back-to-back releases of Alana Springsteen: Live from the Ryman and Alana Springsteen: Live from NPR’s Tiny Desk, Springsteen opened her most emotionally revealing chapter yet with “note to self’ — the first song released from her forthcoming sophomore album I HOPE THIS HELPS, due out 5/29.
About Tiera Kennedy
Born and raised in Gardendale, Alabama, 27-year-old R&B / country / Gospel trailblazer Tiera Kennedy is in bloom. Inspired by artists ranging from Aaliyah to Loretta Lynn, Tiera released her full-length debut album ROOTED on October 18, 2024. Fully embracing newfound independence, reaping the harvest of what she’s sown over the past 8+ years of making music, cultivating, and growing a sonic lane all her own – ROOTED takes a moment to smell the roses across 11 unfiltered, self-penned songs. A singer-songwriter, musician, radio host, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, the multi-hyphenate found another watershed moment last year when lifelong hero Beyoncé asked her to be a featured vocalist on 2025 GRAMMY Album of the Year and Country Album of the Year winner, Cowboy Carter, singing on “BLACKBIIRD” and providing background vocals on “TYRANT.” Invested in by generations of cross-genre talent before her, Tiera has also been mentored by pop country icon Shania Twain since the inception of her career, and collaborated with Dolly Parton and Dionne Warwick on the music video for their duet, “Peace Like A River.” She’s opened for Kelsea Ballerini, Nelly, and more, and just wrapped a direct support run with GRAMMY-nominated duo The War & Treaty this spring. “I’m stepping into an era publicly – both musically and personally – that is entirely me,” she shares. “It’s been inspiring to find myself; in what I thought was my lowest low, I could finally see the roots of what had been growing all along.”
About Flying Dutchmen Travel
Flying Dutchmen Travel (FDT) specializes in crafting unforgettable experiences for every kind of traveler. Founded in 1974, FDT has become known for its personalized service and commitment to excellence, having served over 80,000 guests from across the globe. With offerings including music-themed cruises, family getaways, or adventurous river boats, every journey is uniquely tailored to each customer’s desires. In 2010, FDT broke new ground by booking its first music charter with Royal Caribbean Cruise Line (RCL). The move transformed the industry and helped FDT become RCL’s number-one charter client in just ten years. Previous music cruises have featured award-winning artists including Blake Shelton, Clay Walker, LOCASH, Melissa Etheridge, Kenny Loggins, and Dave Koz, allowing fans to connect with their favorite performers onboard. As the only woman-owned agency in the music charter space, the staff brings a fresh perspective to every itinerary. With a deep understanding of global travel, FDT is here to meet all personal and group travel needs—whether customers are looking for adventure, relaxation, or a unique event experience. To explore FDT’s new offerings or to start planning your next adventure, visit flyingdutchmentravel.com.
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