Thomas Rhett has undoubtedly had strong musical influences throughout his life, including his father, Rhett Akins, a 90’s country icon. But Rhett explains that his dad wasn’t the only musical influence in the household... His mother also instilled a passion for music. Rhett reflected in a statement shared by his record label:
“My mom‘s dad was a very musical person. Lead worship in church, taught me some things on the guitar. I still have a guitar today that he handed me down actually. And they both were encouraging. My mom was a little bit more hesitant, just knowing how often my dad was gone on the road. Wasn’t sure if she wanted that lifestyle for me but was always so encouraging, and still to this day is my number one fan.”
Rhett is on the heels of releasing his sixth studio album, Where We Started, which he debuted last month. The collection is the first of two projects Rhett will release this year, followed by Country Again: Side B. His latest album includes “Church Boots,” “Bass Pro Hat,” “Half Of Be,” “Bring The Bar,” “Slow Down Summer” and other fan-favorite tracks.
Rhett is one of many artists included in the star-studded lineup at the iHeartCountry Festival presented by Capital One, set for May 7 in Austin, Texas. Fans can tune in and stream the 2022 iHeartCountry Festival on iHeartMedia's Country music radio stations in local markets across the country, as well as on iHeartRadio.com and the iHeartRadio app on May 7th at 8pm ET/5pm PT (7pm CT). Tickets are on sale now via Ticketmaster.com.