Joanna Cotten’s always been the secret sauce in Eric Church’s live shows, infusing them with her powerful voice and stage presence. After departing from Eric’s band post-‘Gather Again Tour’ in 2022 to pursue solo projects, JoJo has been making her mark. Fans, understandably heartbroken by her exit, now have something to cheer about as Cotten dazzles in her own right.
This weekend, Cotten played three sold-out shows at Eric’s new bar, Chief’s, in downtown Nashville, syncing perfectly with the annual CMA Fest. Her performances included tracks of her own and a powerful rendition of “Like Jesus Does” from Church’s 2011 album, ‘Chief.’ While fans missed the Church-Cotten dynamic, seeing her sing solo was nothing short of electrifying.
From cozy bar stages to the grand Stagecoach reunion, Church and Cotten have shown time and again why they’re a formidable force. But make no mistake, Cotten is more than ready to step into her own spotlight, and her latest shows prove just that.
Don’t miss out on Joanna’s solo journey — it promises to be as thrilling as any Church-Cotten duet we’ve cherished. Keep an eye out for more updates and new music from this powerhouse vocalist.
mike sanders
