Candi Jenkins, a singer-songwriter from Fayette County, Kentucky, is making her mark in the country music scene. Kin to Conway Twitty, her music emanates an authenticity that reflects the heart of the Bluegrass State. After a strong run of shows at SXSW 2025, she is gearing up to tour this fall with Clay Street Unit and Son Little, among others.

Candi's music, which blends classic country with fresh modern influences, speaks of her connection to her Kentucky roots. Songs like “Cheap Entertainment” and “God Don’t Care” showcase her raw, genuine approach to songwriting, and her live performances have already earned her a growing following. Most recently, she dropped a striking music video for her song "Cowboys For Fools", directed by Buddy Quaid.

Though her music journey is new, Candi's return to Kentucky has allowed her to discover her true voice, drawing inspiration from the state's rolling hills and pastoral landscapes. At 30, she is poised for a breakthrough. Since the conception of her musical project in the summer of 2024, she has opened for acts like Jason Boland & The Stragglers, John R. Miller, Sarah Shook & The Disarmers, Justin Wells, and Steep Canyon Rangers. Candi is already gaining recognition as a standout performer in her sudden emergence.

Her songs are undeniable—heartfelt and relatable, with lyrics that make you laugh, cry, and sing along. With her Kentucky heritage now at the forefront of her music, Candi Jenkins is ready to make a lasting impression on the country and Americana scene.

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Working-class Americana troubadours delivering original songs and a signature sound from the heart of the rustbelt, the valley of the Cuyahoga River.

Rye Valley grew out of the rich musical soil unique to Akron, Ohio, after nearly a decade of casual collaboration between founding members, Brett Auerbach (not related to Dan) and Landon Kearns. The two formally launched Rye Valley in 2021 to showcase the pairing of Auerbach’s heartfelt songwriting and soulful tenor with Kearns’s percussive multi-instrumentalism and subtle harmonies. Tyler Lobdell’s guitar wizardry brought a trio to life, further honing the emotive “Rye Valley Sound”.

When the boys want to bring a LOT of sound, bassist Kevin Brosien and drummer Tim Ellinger are Rye Valley residents that are ready to rock!

The group’s debut EP, “Greetings from Rye Valley” was released in ’23. The following year, they released their first full-length studio album, “Miss River”.

In the fall of ’24 and again in the winter of ’25, the Rye Valley Trio toured as opening support for legendary singer/songwriter Clem Snide (Eef Barzelay), performing to audiences in 24 cities across the USA.

The sun is shining bright on Rye Valley with new music coming soon and another tour on the horizon!

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