Conner Smith has recently released his first album called "Smoky Mountains". One of the songs from this album, titled "Creek Will Rise", is gaining popularity and quickly climbing the country music charts.
Not too far in the past, the up-and-coming celebrity was simply an average sixteen-year-old, attending a concert of one of his beloved country music performers.
During the most recent episode of Taste of Country Nights, available On Demand, Smith shares a personal anecdote about a memorable experience at a Thomas Rhett concert in 2016 that left a significant impression on him.
At the age of 16, I had the opportunity to go on a date with a girl to watch a Thomas Rhett concert. The venue for the concert was the Ascend Amphitheater, and we had chosen to sit on the lawn area. During the show, Thomas Rhett performed his popular song "Die a Happy Man," and at that moment, I attempted to slow dance with the girl, aiming to create a romantic and affectionate atmosphere.
Smith adds that the following day, his girlfriend ended their relationship.
After sharing a moment of laughter, he proceeds to narrate the story. He mentions that about 4 years later, he was on tour with Rhett and realized that he had ultimately emerged victorious in the situation, which he found quite amusing.
Smith has recounted this anecdote multiple times during his performances, and it has become a beloved choice among the audience.
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Don't miss the complete interview with Conner Smith, a rising star in country music, on the most recent episode of Taste of Country Nights. You can listen to it whenever and wherever you prefer, as it is available on demand and through various podcast platforms.
He released his first album, titled Smoky Mountains, on January 26.
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