Rissi Palmer is a Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter, cultural trailblazer, and leading voice in contemporary American roots music. Blending Country, Soul, Folk, and Americana, Palmer is known for her powerful vocals, genre-defying sound, and emotionally resonant storytelling.

She first made history in 2007 when her breakout single “Country Girl” became the first song by a Black female artist to chart on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs in nearly two decades. Since then, Palmer has built a critically acclaimed independent career, releasing multiple celebrated projects including Revival (2019), which Rolling Stone named one of the Top 25 Country Albums of All Time, The Back Porch Sessions EP, and Best Day Ever, a Grammy-nominated children’s album. Most recently, she has released PERSPECTIVES, a four-song EP rooted in Country music, culture, identity, and lived experience.

Through her Color Me Country Radio show on Apple Music and her nonprofit Color Me Country Foundation, Palmer continues to create meaningful opportunities and visibility for emerging artists of color. In recognition of her pioneering spirit in music and advocacy, she has been recognized with industry honors including the ACM Lift Every Voice Award, a SONA Warrior Award, and the UME Icon Award.

Palmer has been featured by The New York Times, Rolling Stone, Billboard, NPR, Essence, People, The Washington Post, CNN, PBS, and has performed on some of the nation’s most iconic stages, including the White House, the Grand Ole Opry, Lincoln Center, and the Apollo Theater. She is also a sought-after speaker and commentator on music, culture, and equity, frequently appearing across national media and

industry platforms. Rissi Palmer’s remarkable career is defined by artistic excellence and cultural influence. With her music and leadership, Rissi is expanding the narrative of American roots music – creating space for diverse voices and elevating community through artistry.