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Avery Kern
American singer, songwriter and musician
Avery Kern is an American singer, songwriter, and musician based in Nashville, TN, whose blend of heartfelt lyrics and captivating vocals has been winning over audiences nationwide. A Season 18 contestant on American Idol, Avery advanced to the final stages of Hollywood Week, placing in the top 68.
Born and raised in Pawnee, IL, she began performing acoustic shows in high school before earning a Bachelor of Science in Songwriting with a minor in Music Business from Belmont University. Since then, Avery has been steadily carving her path in Music City, releasing original songs including Better Than Mine—a 2024 American Songwriter Magazine Song Contest semi-finalist—along with Old Habits, Playboy, and Carsick.
Her live performances span some of Nashville’s most iconic venues, from The Bluebird Café, 3rd & Lindsley and The Basement to Fox & Locke, Kimbro's Pickin Parlor and the Broadway honky-tonks. With a sound rooted in country tradition yet colored by modern influences, Avery’s music highlights her adaptability and emotional depth. Whether fronting a full band or delivering intimate acoustic sets, her mission is simple: to create music that makes people feel something real.
