Deana Carter

Nashville native Deana Carter, a sun-kissed beauty inside and out, defied the typical artist blueprint, leaving an indelible mark on the industry with her multi-platinum debut "Did I Shave My Legs For This?" over two decades ago. With eight albums, her songs explore life's complexities and reflect her unique journey. Influenced by legends like Willie Nelson and Bob Dylan, Deana's country-pop style resonates with artists like Miranda Lambert and Sheryl Crow. Raised in a musical family, Deana honed her songwriting skills in Nashville and secured deals with Polygram and Capitol Records. Her debut album topped both country and pop charts, achieving multi-platinum status and making history. Follow-up albums, including "Everything’s Gonna Be Alright" and "Father Christmas," showcased her versatility.

Her chart-topping hit "You & Tequila," co-written with Matraca Berg and recorded by Kenny Chesney, earned CMA and Grammy nominations. She also produced an album for Audra Mae & the Almighty Sound while working on her own "Southern Way of Life." Deana founded her label, Little Nugget Records, to honor her father's musical legacy. She now divides her time between Los Angeles, Florida, and Nashville, continuing to write, produce, tour, and make movies. Deana's involvement in the music industry extends to her role on the Grammy Board, the Producer’s & Engineer’s Wing, and advocacy efforts in Washington, D.C., particularly during the pandemic. Singer, songwriter, producer – Deana Carter continues to defy conventional expectations, making waves as she makes great music, tours, & makes movies.