Nashville, TN – May 29, 2026 – Country music’s rising force Ava Bently, the world’s first AI‑powered female country artist, continues her rapid ascent with the release of her newest single, “Back to Tennessee.” As the flagship artist of Cannonball Records, Ava is leading a transformative moment in the industry — one that blends innovation, accessibility, and the timeless storytelling roots of country music.
Ava’s rise has been nothing short of groundbreaking. Her previous album, Timeless, delivered a major career milestone with the chart‑topping single “Just Not Enough,” which reached #1, proving that audiences are deeply connecting with her emotional honesty, hybrid creative process, and unmistakable sound. The success of Timeless established Ava as a powerful new voice in the genre — one capable of competing alongside today’s top artists while forging a path entirely her own.
Her journey is one of resilience and reinvention. Created through a hybrid process that merges human creativity with advanced AI vocal modeling, Ava was designed to overcome a real‑world medical challenge: damaged vocal cords that prevent her from singing as she traditionally would. Instead of ending her artistic path, this limitation sparked a revolution in how music can be created and performed.
This summer, Ava will debut a mixed‑reality live performance experience that combines immersive visuals, AI‑enhanced vocals, and cutting‑edge stage technology — allowing her to take the stage in ways once thought impossible. Her work is already inspiring a broader conversation about how AI can empower artists with vocal impairments, disabilities, or physical limitations.
Ava Bently is proving that a lost voice can become a louder one.
Her newest single, “Back to Tennessee,” adds a bold, creative twist to her rise. Crafted as a playful response to Ella Langley’s hit “Choosin’ Texas,” the track revives a spirited storytelling tradition country music hasn’t seen in decades. With charm, humor, and a wink, Ava flips the narrative and showcases the artistic instincts that are quickly defining her as a standout voice in the genre.
Meanwhile, her breakout single “Whole Lotta Sass” continues to climb the charts, fueling anticipation for her upcoming summer album, Sassatude, a project rooted in empowerment, grit, and southern fire.
But Ava’s impact is part of a larger mission.
Cannonball Records proudly supports a roster that includes traditional artists while also building a dedicated niche for creators who face vocal or physical limitations.
By leveraging AI, mixed‑reality tools, and adaptive performance technology, the label is opening doors for artists who have historically been sidelined — proving that talent is not defined by physical constraints.
Ava is the first artist to emerge from this vision, but she will not be the last. Cannonball is committed to championing artists whose stories, creativity, and passion deserve a stage built for them.
“Ava Bently represents the future of country music,” said the Cannonball Records team. “She’s showing the world that innovation and authenticity can coexist — and that artists with limitations deserve stages built for them, not barriers placed in front of them. Cannonball is proud to support both traditional artists and those who need new pathways to be heard.”
“Back to Tennessee” is available now on all major streaming platforms.
“Whole Lotta Sass” continues its upward momentum across radio and digital charts.
Ava Bently’s debut mixed‑reality performances and full Sassatude album arrive this summer.
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About Ava Bently
Ava Bently is the world’s first AI-augmented female country artist, brought to life through AI in partnership with Nashville’s creative community. Standing at the crossroads of tradition and tomorrow, she proves that the heart of country music beats stronger when human stories and AI imagination sing in harmony.
