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Ryan Stevenson Celebrates Grand Ole Opry Debut

September 3, 2023

GRAMMY® Award-nominated, Dove Award-winning Gotee recording artist Ryan Stevenson marked another milestone in his acclaimed career with his recent debut on the Grand Ole Opry. The singer/songwriter performed his Gold-selling #1 hit “Eye of the Storm,” along with “Speak Life,” the GRAMMY®-nominated TobyMac chart-topper co-written by Stevenson. The Oregon native and former paramedic shared with the Opry audience how the creation of “Speak Life” was a pivotal moment in his journey, leading to his longstanding relationship with Gotee Records and a string of hit singles.

Along with Stevenson, the Friday night Opry show featured a lineup of legends and superstars, including Grand Ole Opry members Ricky Skaggs, The Whites, Jeannie Seely and Vince Gill; Platinum-selling singer/songwriter Deana Carter; and breakout traditionalist Zach Top.

Earlier that day, Stevenson appeared on WSM Radio/Circle Network’s “Coffee, Country and Cody” morning show, where he world-premiered “Rich,” a moving ballad he recently co-wrote.

Ryan Stevenson Celebrates Grand Ole Opry Debut

Stevenson and singer/songwriter Deana Carter chat backstage at the Grand Ole Opry.

Ryan Stevenson Celebrates Grand Ole Opry Debut

Ryan Stevenson (center) is pictured with”Coffee, Country and Cody” co-hosts
Bill Cody (left) and Charlie Mattos at WSM Radio in Nashville.

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