History of Carly Pearce in Timeline
Carly Pearce is an American country music singer-songwriter known for blending traditional and contemporary country-pop elements in her music. She began her professional career as a teenager, releasing bluegrass albums in the 2000s. Her move to Nashville, Tennessee, marked a turning point, bringing her wider recognition within the music industry.
April 24, 1990: Birth of Carly Pearce
Carly Cristyne Slusser, later known as Carly Pearce, was born on April 24, 1990.
2012: Developmental Deal with Sony Music Nashville
Carly Pearce signed a developmental deal with Sony Music Nashville in 2012, but it was short-lived due to her producer being fired.
2015: Meeting Pete Fisher and Performing at the Opry
Carly Pearce met Pete Fisher, then vice president and general manager of the Grand Ole Opry, who gave her the opportunity to perform on the Opry in 2015, before she had a recording contract.
2016: Collaboration with Josh Abbott Band
Carly Pearce was featured on the Josh Abbott Band's track "Wasn't That Drunk" in 2016, which gained her exposure to country radio.
February 2017: Release of "Every Little Thing" and Debut Album
Carly Pearce released "Every Little Thing" as a single in February 2017, which became a major hit. Her debut album of the same name was also released that year, receiving critical acclaim.
2017: Carly Pearce Gains Recognition
Carly Pearce rose to fame in 2017 when her song "Every Little Thing" became popular on satellite radio, leading to a record deal and a number one hit on the Billboard country chart.
2017: Touring with Country Music Stars
Carly Pearce toured with major country music artists such as Luke Bryan, Thomas Rhett, and Blake Shelton, further establishing her career.
2017: Carly Pearce's Musical Style and Influences
Carly Pearce's musical style, rooted in contemporary country and bluegrass, was shaped by her early experiences performing in a bluegrass band. Her 2017 studio album, as noted by AllMusic, showcased elements of contemporary country production.
2017: Reflections on Dollywood Experience
In 2017, Carly Pearce reflected on her time performing at Dollywood, calling it a crucial part of her journey to self-discovery and musical development.
2017: Pearce's Perseverance in Nashville
In 2017, Carly Pearce spoke about the challenges of her early years in Nashville, describing them as a "roller coaster" ride, particularly the setback of losing her deal with Sony.
July 2018: Carly Pearce and Michael Ray's Relationship Confirmation
Carly Pearce confirmed her relationship with fellow country singer Michael Ray in July 2018.
November 2018: Release of "Closer to You"
Carly Pearce released "Closer to You" in November 2018, which reached the top 40 of the Billboard country charts.
December 19, 2018: Engagement to Michael Ray
Michael Ray proposed to Carly Pearce on December 19, 2018, during a family vacation in Tulum, Mexico.
October 6, 2019: Marriage to Michael Ray
Carly Pearce and Michael Ray were married near Nashville, Tennessee, on October 6, 2019.
October 2019: Release of "I Hope You're Happy Now"
Carly Pearce and Lee Brice released the duet "I Hope You're Happy Now" in October 2019, which became Pearce's second song to top the Billboard Country Airplay chart.
February 2020: Release of Self-Titled Album
Carly Pearce's self-titled second studio album was released in February 2020, marking the last production project of Busbee before his passing in 2019.
June 2020: Divorce from Michael Ray
After eight months of marriage, Carly Pearce filed for divorce from Michael Ray in June 2020.
June 2020: Carly Pearce Starts Recording New Music
In June 2020, Carly Pearce revealed she was working on new music and that her next single wouldn't be from her second album.
September 2020: "Next Girl" Release
Carly Pearce released her single, "Next Girl," in September 2020.
2020: Release of "Next Girl"
In 2020, Carly Pearce released the single "Next Girl".
February 2021: "29" EP Release
In February 2021, Carly Pearce released her first extended play collection, "29," inspired by the personal challenges she faced at that age, including her divorce and the death of her producer.
February 19, 2021: Release of 29 EP
On February 19, 2021, Carly Pearce released her EP titled "29".
June 2021: Carly Pearce Invited to Join Grand Ole Opry
Carly Pearce received a significant honor in June 2021 when Dolly Parton invited her to become a member of the Grand Ole Opry.
September 2021: "29: Written in Stone" Album Release
Carly Pearce released her third studio album, "29: Written in Stone," in September 2021, a continuation of her EP released earlier that year.
September 17, 2021: Release of 29: Written in Stone
Carly Pearce released her third studio album, "29: Written in Stone", on September 17, 2021.
2021: Relationship with Riley King
In 2021, Carly Pearce began dating former Minor League Baseball player Riley King.
October 2022: Sold-Out Shows at Ryman Auditorium
Carly Pearce's rising popularity as a country music artist was evident in October 2022 when she headlined two sold-out shows at the prestigious Ryman Auditorium.
March 2023: Release of "29: Written in Stone (Live from Music City)"
Carly Pearce's first live album, "29: Written in Stone (Live from Music City)", featuring songs from her previous album and guest performances, was released in March 2023.
June 2023: Separation from Riley King
Carly Pearce and Riley King's relationship ended when they separated in June 2023.
2024: "Hummingbird" Album Release
Carly Pearce announced her next studio album, "Hummingbird," in 2024, initially planned for June 14 but released on June 7 to coincide with CMA Fest.