Where They’re From: Nashville, TN

Who They Are: Nashville singer-songwriter Brent Cobb caught our ear with 2016’s Shine on a Rainy Day, a collection of simple, intimate back porch songs imbued with stories that reflect the thoughts and concerns pf modern day common folk. Cobb is one of Nashville’s most successful songwriters, having penned songs for Luke Bryan, Little Big Town, Kellie Pickler, and others. Now he’s stepped out on his solo record and we’ll be putting the spotlight on it. Cobb was named a WXPN Artist to Watch in November of 2016 and played a live session for World Cafe‘s Nashville initiative.

Years Active: 2008 – present

Essential Albums: Shine on a Rainy Day (2016)