Who Can Enter
 
The Showdown is open to vocal and/or instrumental performers, individuals, or groups of up to seven members who have not performed on a record listed in the national record charts of Billboard, Radio and Records, or The Gavin Report within eighteen months preceding local competition.

There is a $20.00 entry fee per act and all contestants must begin their competition by performing at showdowns produced by participating country music radio stations.

A uniform judging system on all levels of competition ensures fairness. Use the links above to get more info on where to enter as well as a copy of the contest rules.
 Featured Performer
 
Singer-songwriter, Ashley Hunsaker, was born October 1985 on Fort Campbell, Kentucky to a non-musical family. Captivated by all...

Ashley Hunsaker

 
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 Photos
Jaclyn North with LeAnn after winning the 2010 National Final. Reggie on the stage of the Ryman Carin and LeAnn share a light moment before Carin's performance.
Kendall Phillips performing live at the Colgate Country Showdown National Final on the stage of the Ryman Auditorium as part of a salute to a former Showdown contestant, Garth Brooks. LeAnn and Jaclyn sharing a light moment. A sillouette of Charlie McCoy during the filming of the 2010 National Final at the Ryman in Nashville, TN.