Country music entertainers Shania Twain and Jake Owen have been selected as hosts of USA Network’s new reality singing competition, Real Country. The eight-episode television series will highlight the themes, traditions, and songs within the diverse country music genre.
“It’s been an incredible year for me, releasing my new album and coming back to country music,” Twain shared in a press release. “I feel it’s time for me to add my own support in finding our greatest undiscovered talent. It’s beyond thrilling to be leading the charge with ‘Real Country’ and I’m on a mission to find artists who will keep country music diverse and dynamic. The kind of diversity that inspired all of us.”
For each episode, the hosts will choose country music acts to perform in a showcase. The strongest performers from each showcase will then advance to the grand finale and one solo artist, duo, or group will be named as the ultimate winner.
“Country music truly seems to be the healing factor in a lot of people’s lives,” Owen added. “I will always be grateful for music, whether I’m performing or listening, and I want to encourage up-and-coming artists to tell their stories, find their audiences and make their mark in country music with the same guidance that artists have given to me throughout my journey.”
Country musicians interested in appearing on Real Country can apply online here or via email at RealCountry@castingduo.com. From 2002 through 2007, USA Network was the home of Nashville Star. As fans can recall, country stars Miranda Lambert, Kacey Musgraves, and Chris Young are notable Nashville Star alums.
Look for the program to debut this fall and share this news with others who would like to tune in!
By the way, Shania Twain’s Shania Now Tour kicks off on May 3rd. Also check out Jake Owen’s upcoming tour dates and locations below.
Life’s Whatcha Make It Tour Dates
May 18 – AT&T Field – Chattanooga, Tennessee
May 19 – SRP Park – Augusta, Georgia
June 2 – UPMC Park – Erie, Pennsylvania
June 3 – Wolf Trap Filene Center – Vienna, Virginia
June 15 – Ballpark at Jackson – Jackson, Tennessee
June 16 – Dickey-Stephens Park – Little Rock, Arkansas
June 30 – Bowling Green Park – Bowling Green, Kentucky
July 6 – Ribfest – Naperville, Illinois
July 7 – Four Winds Field – South Bend, Indiana
August 4 – Washington Town & Country Fair – Washington, Missouri
August 9 – Parkview Field – Ft. Wayne, Indiana
August 18 – WGAR Country Jam – Berea, Ohio
August 24 – Innsbrook After Hours – Glen Allen, Virginia
August 25 – Intimidators Stadium – Kannapolis, North Carolina
August 30 – Regions Field – Birmingham, Alabama
August 31 – Riverwalk Stadium – Montgomery, Alabama
September 7 – State Farm Center – Champaign, Illinois
September 14 – Raley Field – Sacramento, California
September 15 – Chukchansi Park – Fresno, California
September 21 – Security Service Field – Colorado Springs, Colorado
September 22 – Lindquist Field – Ogden, Utah
