Bozeman Magazine

A native of Bixby, Oklahoma, Corey Kent has been poised for a career in music from the beginning. A fan of anyone bold enough to walk their own path, Kent grew up on the music of independent-thinking stars like Randy Rogers Band, Turnpike Troubadours, and even Willie Nelson – unconventional Texas/Oklahoma legends who toured hard, took creative chances and weathered all storms. And right from the start, he followed their lead. Corey began his musical career at age 11 when he took stage as a lead singer for a Western Swing band. Corey hit early milestones opening for legendary acts like Roy Clark and The Oak Ridge Boys.

In 2020, Corey released his From the West LP which garnered 3.5+ million aggregate streams and set the stage for his next chapter. His song “Gold” and fan favorite “Ain’t My Day” has nearly 15 million streams combined.

In December of 2021, Corey released his sophomore album, ’21, to an overwhelmingly positive reception and landed on multiple playlists across the streaming platforms with his single “There’s Always Next Year.” Both albums were released via Combustion Music. On March 4, 2022, Corey released his smash hit single “Wild As Her” and shortly after signed his deal with Sony Music Nashville and their RCA Nashville Imprint. At this time, Corey has been seen out on the road, performing over 100 shows a year.

About Mike Ryan

Singer-songwriter Mike Ryan has achieved impressive accolades in just under 10 years, building a career independently that’s not only earned the devotion of fans, but the respect of other artists and notables in the music industry. Mike Ryan is just that caliber of talent. His gift as a songwriter has led to collaborations with such major label acts as Brad Paisley and Brandy Clark, and he has opened for some of the biggest names in the business, including Miranda Lambert, Hardy and Morgan Wallen, in addition to selling out his own headlining gigs. At times, even selling more tickets than major label acts with top ten singles. It’s a coup he’s managed to pull off thanks to hard work and undeniable talent. Ryan co-wrote Paisley’s Top 20 “Last Time For Everything,” and his songs have garnered over 265 million streams with 10 of them earning over ten million streams, 19 of them earning more than four million streams and 27 of them earning more than one million streams.

About Tanner Laws

Tanner Laws is a singer/songwriter who was born and raised in Thompson Falls, Montana. His band is out of Missoula, Montana and they play all over the state. He enjoys writing about the things he loves like hunting, fishing, anything outdoors, rodeos, and honky-tonks and tries to keep an authentic/traditional sound alive. Tanner’s inspirations for his songwriting come from artists like Johnny Cash, Chris LeDoux, Tyler Childers, George Strait, and Marty Robbins.

About Testicle Festival

Testicle Festival or “Testy Fest” is an annual philanthropic country music concert hosted by the Alpha Delta Chapter of the Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity at Montana State University. The concert aims to raise money for various local, and statewide organizations including Montana FFA, Montana 4H, Heroes and Horses, Gallatin Valley YMCA, and Eagle Mount of Bozeman. While the name my be off-putting, it’s simply meant to honor Montana’s rich agricultural history and the serving of our famous Rocky Mountain Oysters. Testicle Festival is in its 34th year and its 4th year at the Brick Breeden Fieldhouse and has featured names such as Rodney Atkins, Casey Donahew, Ian Munsick, Randall King, and more.

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