Celebrate Country Music Month With These Can't-Miss NPR Tiny Desk Concerts

With an acoustic guitar and signature rasp, Chris Stapleton delivers an intimate performance and heartfelt storytelling. If you’re looking for raw emotion in country music, this Tiny Desk Concert is a must-watch.

This fresh country-music star gave us a charming set with some songs from her new album, “Whirlwind.” Lainey’s voice and personality shine through, and it’s no question that we’ll be hearing her name for years to come.

Maren Morris is a songwriter-turned-performer with plenty of country and pop songs in her portfolio. Her soulful aesthetic is perfect for the stripped-down setting of NPR’s Tiny Desk.

Seemingly strolled in from a plane and straight to the set, Sturgill Simpson gives an effortlessly authentic performance with reflective lyrics.

A part of a new generation of country musicians, Brittney Spencer can be seen sharing stages with artists from Megan Thee Stallion to Bruce Springsteen. Brittney brings her culture to country music, pushing boundaries and sharing personal stories.

Charley Crockett is a standout as he brings his old-school country, blues and folk sound to life. Decked out in a red flannel and Stetson hat, it feels like you’re watching him perform at your local honky-tonk. And shoutout to the accompanying musician, Kullen Fox, for his jaw-dropping moment of playing the piano and trumpet at the same time!

Sheryl Crow is an American music icon with hits across genres such as rock, pop, folk and country. Press play on this 35-minute Tiny Desk Concert and see “If It Makes You Happy.”