Blake O’Connor is a Nashville-based Australian musician who expertly straddles the line between Country, Blues and Soul, creating a unique musical identity. With his powerful vocals that evoke the spirit of legends like Bonnie Raitt and Chris Stapleton, combined with electrifying guitar performances reminiscent of Duane Allman and Eric Clapton, O’Connor captivates audiences with every note.

His impressive accomplishments include two #1 ARIA Charting albums and four #1 CMT Australia music videos, underscoring his rising star status. In 2020, he was recognized as the CMAA Golden Guitar winner for Qantas New Talent of the Year, solidifying his place in the music industry.

O’Connor’s latest album, Finding Light, produced by multi- Grammy winner Nick DiDia, achieved great success, featuring hit singles like ‘Time To Kill’ and ‘Little Bit Longer’. The first half of 2024 has seen him make waves at major festivals worldwide, including Stagecoach in California and C2C London, as well as performances in his new home city in the U.S.

Blake has had the privilege of sharing the stage with renowned artists such as Zac Brown Band, Samantha Fish, Jimmy Hall, Joseph Wooten, Morgan Wallen, Tim McGraw, and Home Free, showcasing his versatility across diverse musical genres. His appearance on Norm’s Rare Guitars in Los Angeles further highlights his growing prominence.

With his chart-topping albums, old-soul musicianship, and international acclaim, Blake O’Connor is poised for something truly special in the music world, and his journey is one to watch closely.

CMA FEST 2025 PERFORMANCES

Thursday June 5
Spotlight Stage
1:30pm

Saturday June 7
THE AUSSIE BBQ CMA Fest
The 5 Spot
12:35pm