On-Stage, Backstage, and “From the Halls” Emcees Announced for CRS 2023 New Faces of Country Music® Show

(Nashville, Tennessee – February 7, 2023) - Country Radio Seminar (CRS) is thrilled to announce a trio of hosts leading the 2023 New Faces of Country Music® event, to be held Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at the Omni Nashville Hotel.

Leading the charge and returning for the third year as emcee of the annual dinner and show will be Elaina Smith, host of Cumulus' nationally syndicated "Nights with Elaina." Elaina brings her expertise, energy, and charm to the stage, ensuring a memorable experience for all in attendance.

Taking care of the backstage and pre-performance artist interviews will be Rob & Holly, hosts of Audacy's nationally syndicated "Rob + Holly Show!" With their sharp wit and infectious personalities, Rob & Holly will bring part of the backstage action to the front-of-house audience.

Adding to the excitement, Brooke Taylor of iHeartRadio WSIX/Nashville will be working the CRS hallways, conducting "woman on the street" interviews to air during set changes during the show. Throughout the 3-days, Brooke will connect with attendees, gathering moments to share during the night’s program.

CRS Executive Director RJ Curtis comments, "CRS is excited to welcome Elaina Smith as our New Faces emcee for a third consecutive year, and we're proud to welcome Brooke Taylor and Rob & Holly to this hosting team. We're also proud that all four of these gifted personalities are day-to-day, Country radio personalities on the national and local levels. They represent their communities, their respective stations, and our genre extremely well, and will do the same at CRS New Faces."

The annual New Faces of Country Music® closes out Country Radio Seminar each year and has played a pivotal role in the careers of almost every major country star. It is also one of the week’s biggest highlights. This year’s New Faces performers include Priscilla Block, Jackson Dean, FrankRay, Jelly Roll, and Nate Smith.