Jess Kellie Adams is a Nashville-based Country/Rock artist known for her powerful vocals, magnetic stage presence, and an authentic connection that turns every performance into a shared experience. Blending classic country storytelling with a modern rock edge, Jess delivers what fans have come to call “Grit with Grace” country—music that’s bold, hopeful, and deeply human.

Based in Nashville, Tennessee, Jess and her team tour nationwide, performing everywhere from major state and county fairs to festivals, theaters, private events, and intimate acoustic stages. Her live show scales seamlessly from full-production band to acoustic duo, making her a versatile and reliable fit for events of any size—without ever sacrificing energy, quality, or heart.

Over the past several years, Jess has become a crowd favorite on the fair and festival circuit, earning repeat bookings and opening for major artists including Martina McBride, Josh Turner, Parmalee, Shenandoah, Craig Morgan, Bret Michaels, Jon Pardi, Jo Dee Messina, and Lainey Wilson, among others. Her resume includes performances at top-tier events such as the Ohio State Fair, Florida State Fair, South Carolina State Fair, Tennessee State Fair, Delaware State Fair, Georgia National Fair, East Texas State Fair, Florida Strawberry Festival, and the National Peanut Festival, as well as appearances at CMA Fest / Fan Fair X.

Jess’s music features driving guitars, soaring vocals, and heartfelt lyrics that explore resilience, love, and the courage to chase dreams. Her songs are empowering without being preachy, emotional without losing their edge—bridging the gap between country tradition and modern energy in a way that resonates with audiences of all ages. Her catalog has surpassed 300,000 streams across all major platforms, reflecting a steadily growing and engaged listener base.

In 2026, Jess will debut an all-new, high-energy, family-friendly live show featuring fresh original music and a refreshed production design. The new set showcases her signature “country grit with a rock ’n’ roll soul” sound while continuing her mission to inspire, uplift, and bring people together through live music.

Beyond the stage, Jess is widely known for her genuine connection with fans—often staying long after the show to meet, talk, and share stories. That authenticity has helped her build a growing online audience of 21.5K+ engaged fans and earn features from major outlets including CMT, CMT Australia, Billboard Country, MusicRow, Taste of Country, The Country Network, and Heartland.

Whether she’s commanding a festival main stage or singing inches from the front row, Jess Kellie Adams brings authenticity, energy, and heart to every performance—leaving crowds inspired and wanting more.