Her amazing singing voice and a banjo are taking this young star straight to the top of the charts. Emily Ann Roberts is a front runner for  New Female Artist of the Year at the ACM Awards and it is clear she’s the right woman for the job.

Emily Ann Roberts is the vision of a perfect Southern Belle. When you picture a classic country artist, she is exactly who comes to mind. In a very short amount of time, she has made a massive mark on the industry.

She has earned a well deserved nomination for New Female Artist of the Year at this year’s ACM Awards. If she takes home the trophy, she will join the elite ranks of superstars like Miranda Lambert and Lainey Wilson.

THE MOMENT A STAR WAS BORN ON REALITY TV

Emily Ann Roberts Blind Audition on The Voice

This was the moment the world was introduced to her raw talent. Anyone watching her debut knew the only way she would go is up. With her traditional bluegrass sound and connections to gospel music, she has no problem winning hearts. She is even married to Chris Sasser of The Voice fame, making them a true country power couple.

But here is the real kicker…

The competition this year is fierce. Emily Ann is facing off against newcomers like Avery Anna, who brings a “sad girl” pop vibe, and McKenzie Carpenter, who leans into a spunky contemporary sound. Her most direct threat is Caroline Jones, a seasoned musician and member of the Zac Brown Band.

Yet, Emily Ann has a secret weapon…

Emily Ann Roberts Traditional Country Roots

What you don’t know is…

While her peers are moving toward pop, Emily Ann is doubling down on tradition. Her ability to play the banjo and her authentic twang have earned her serious comparisons to Patti Loveless and even Dolly Parton herself. She already has a massive following from her time on Season 9 of The Voice, giving her a significant leg up on her competitors.

But is raw talent enough to win?

She has proven she can hold her own against industry veterans, but the ACMs are famously unpredictable. Whether her wholesome country charm is enough to beat the contemporary stars remains to be seen. It is truly anyone’s game as the final votes are tallied.

And that’s not all… You can watch her stunning live performance below and decide for yourself. Does she has what it takes to become the next legend of country music?