Carly Pearce is an American country music singer and songwriter. Pearce began performing professionally in her teens, appearing on several albums of bluegrass material in the 2000s.
Pearce first gained major recognition in 2017 when her self-penned “Every Little Thing” found an audience on satellite radio.
She secured a major label recording contract and became a major hit, reaching number one on the Billboard country chart.
Her debut album of the same name debuted in the top five of the Billboard Top Country Albums chart.
Pearce has since released new material, including 2020 single “Next Girl” from 29, an EP released in February 2021.
Pearce was born Carly Cristyne Slusser in Taylor Mill, Kentucky to Todd and Jackie Slusser.
Full Name: Carly Cristyne Slusser
Date of Birth: April 24, 1990
Place of Birth: Taylor Mill, Kentucky, U.S.
Age: 31
Nationality: American
Genre: Country
Occupation: Singer, songwriter
Record label: Big Machine
Instruments: Vocals
Net-worth: $1.5 million
Personal Life: Pearce is currently engaged to fellow country singer Michael Ray, they got married in October 2019, She filed for divorce from Ray after eight months of marriage.
She is currently in a relationship with former Minor League Baseball player Riley King.
Career:
Pearce started her music career at the age of 19 when she moved to Nashville, Tennessee before signing a deal with Sony Music Nashville in 2012
She was featured on the track “Wasn’t That Drunk” by the country group Josh Abbott Band. Released as a single in 2016 , it peaked at number 37 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart.
Her performance on the song allowed Pearce to gain exposure to country radio stations.
She also performed with the Josh Abbott Band on television, including a performance on Jimmy Kimmel Live
Pearce was offered multiple recording contracts. She ultimately chose to sign with Big Machine Records.
“Every Little Thing” was officially released as a single to country radio in February 2017.
It became a major hit, peaking at number five on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and number one on the Billboard Country Airplay chart.
Pearce’s debut studio album was released the same year, also named Every Little Thing. The album debuted at number four on the Billboard Top Country Albums list short after its release.
It also reached number 32 on the Billboard 200 albums chart.
She released the single, “Next Girl” in 2020, Pearce released her first extended play collection titled, 29.
The album’s name was derived from personal setbacks she endured during her twenty ninth year.
Style:
Pearce’s musical style is rooted in the contemporary country and bluegrass genres. Her musical experiences included performing as part of a bluegrass band. Pearce has also credited notable bluegrass artists for their influence on her. This includes Alison Krauss, Ricky Skaggs, and Rhonda Vincent.
Pearce’s music has also been described as having elements of contemporary country.
Songs:
Studio albums:
Every Little Thing (2017)
Carly Pearce (2020)
29: Written in Stone (2021)
Singles:
“Every Little Thing”
“Hide the Wine”
“Closer to You”
“I Hope You’re Happy Now”
“Next Girl”
“Never Wanted to Be That Girl”
Awards:
CMT Music Awards: Breakthrough Video of the Year – “Every Little Thing”
Country Music Association Awards: Musical Event of the Year – “I Hope You’re Happy Now” (with Lee Brice)
Academy of Country Music Awards: Single of the Year – “I Hope You’re Happy Now” (with Lee Brice)
Music Event of the Year – “I Hope You’re Happy Now” (with Lee Brice)
Country Music Association Awards: Female Vocalist of the Year
Female Artist of the Year
