Kashus Culpepper
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185
Ranking
Rising Artist
BIRTHDATE
BIRTHPLACE
Alexander City
,
AL
,
USA
29
5
'
10
"
Kashus Culpepper, an Alabama-born country artist, gained prominence with singles like "Jenni" and "After Me?". His sound blends country, soul, and blues.He's toured with artists like Charles Wesley Godwin and Charley Crockett. Culpepper has been named a GRAMMY.com artist to watch in 2025. He has also been named an Apple Music Zane Lowe's 25 Artists for '25, 2025 Amazon Music Bonfire Artist to Watch, 2025 Pandora Country Artist to Watch, and an Opry NextStage Class of 2025 member.
Current Tour & Setlist
Kashus Culpepper is supporting Jelly Roll on The Little Ass Shed Tour starting May 28, 2026, with stops in West Palm Beach, Orange Beach, and Wilmington. He is expected to perform tracks from his debut album Act I such as After Me?, Alabama Beauty Queen, and Southern Man.
Early Life
Born and raised in Alexander City, Alabama, Kashus Culpepper discovered his voice singing in church at age five and later worked as a firefighter and EMT before teaching himself guitar during a Navy deployment.
Career Highlights
Kashus Culpepper began his career playing covers in dive bars and barracks while serving in the Navy before his original songs went viral on TikTok. He moved to Nashville and signed with Big Loud Records, releasing his first single After Me? in 2024 and his 18 song debut album Act I in early 2026. His rapid rise includes being named a 2025 Artist to Watch by Grammy.com and performing at prestigious venues like the Grand Ole Opry and London's O2 Arena.
Family & Personal Life
Kashus Culpepper has not publicly shared details regarding a spouse, children, or dating history. He is a Navy veteran and former firefighter, EMT, and state champion wrestler. Outside of music, he enjoys activities such as duck hunting.
