2026 is shaping up to be Tori Darke’s biggest year yet. This morning Darke officially announced she’s been added to the 2026 Country Jam USA lineup in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. This is a massive get for Darke as she continues to grow her presence on the global country stage.
Country Jam USA is one of the longest-running country festivals in the States, known for bringing together the biggest names and rising stars from around the world in country music.
When the news broke this morning it sent a wave of excitement through her fans and friends. Tori Forsyth commented “You’re amazing and I cannot wait to see you do this” whilst Robbie Mortimer added in what we’re all thinking “Congrats Tori! Great to see!!”
Darke’s addition to the festival, which features headliners like Koe Wetzel, Riley Green and Jordan Davis marks one of her first major appearances at a large-scale US event.
Darke’s been building serious momentum, with fans loving her powerful vocals and modern country sound. 2025 saw her release the pure country fire single My Boots Made Me Do It, a bold, cheeky, and built for singing at the top of your lungs anthem, it’s the kind of track that turns first-time listeners into instant fans.
Her newest single Build Me a Man cranks things up another level, delivering fearless lyrics with a chewy twist proving Darke is writing some of her strongest, most confident songs yet.
Being added to Country Jam USA’s roster is a big moment for Darke, it gives her a chance to showcase her sound to new fans in the United States while standing alongside some of today’s international country heavyweights. For Aussie country music lovers, it’s another sign that Darke’s star is on the rise internationally, and 2026 will be her year to shine even brighter.
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