Crossroads Cultural Connections is pleased to present Chloe Kimes in concert at Bishop Hill Creative Commons on Wednesday, January 28. The evening will begin with an optional potluck dinner at 6:00 PM (guests are welcome to bring a dish to share), followed by the concert at 7:00 PM. This is an all-ages show, with a suggested donation of $20–30, all of which supports the artist.

Chloe Kimes has quickly become one of the most compelling new voices in contemporary folk and alt-country. Her rise reached a turning point after a live performance of her song “Coors Light” at WDVX’s Blue Plate Special in Knoxville went viral, amassing more than 4 million views across social media in just one week. Responding to overwhelming demand, Kimes moved swiftly—recording the studio version at RCA Studio A with producer Phillip Smith and releasing the single within weeks of its online debut.

Rooted in the songwriting traditions of John Prine, John Hartford, and Tom T. Hall, “Coors Light” radiates joy, gratitude, and authenticity. Driven by a ripping mandolin and a classic country lineup—pedal steel, upright bass, acoustic guitar, and drums—the song has drawn in countless new listeners, many commenting, “I never liked country music until I heard this.”

Born and raised along the lakeshores of northern Michigan, Kimes grew up immersed in folk festivals, family harmonies, and rural back roads. She built a devoted following by touring small Michigan towns from the age of fourteen before relocating to Nashville in 2016 to pursue her career full time. Since then, she has emerged as a defining voice of a new generation of folk-singing troubadours—pairing an old-soul approach to storytelling with the energy of a modern alt-country band.

Kimes released her self-titled debut album in 2022 to wide acclaim, earning comparisons to Lucinda Williams, a spot on NPR Music’s Top 10 Nashville Artists on the Rise, and Listener’s Choice Album of the Year honors from WYCE Radio’s Jammie Awards. Following in the footsteps of fellow Michigan-to-Nashville artists, she continues to forge a powerful, genre-bridging sound that is resonating with audiences nationwide.

Bishop Hill Creative Commons invites the community to experience Chloe Kimes’ powerful songwriting and dynamic live performance in an intimate setting that emphasizes connection, listening, and shared experience.

Event Details:
📍 Bishop Hill Creative Commons, Bishop Hill, IL
🗓 Wednesday, January 28
🍽 Optional Potluck: 6:00 PM
🎶 Concert: 7:00 PM
💵 Suggested Donation: $20–30
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All Ages Welcome