One of country music’s brightest new stars, Lauren Watkins stopped by to talk about her debut album!

Lauren Watkins is a Nashville native who has been named a member of CMT’s Next Women of Country Class of 2024.
She is currently on tour opening for Morgan Wallen and has just released her debut album— The Heartbreak Record.

Lauren stopped by to talk with RFD-TV’s own Suzanne Alexander about her recent marriage, her debut project, and her musical journey.
She also treated us to a performance of her song “Gatlinburg”!

Check out CMA Fest 2024 interview with Lauren HERE

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