Kelsea Ballerini on Her New York City Move, Creative Reset, and Return to the Stage at CMA Fest
By
Tomás Mier
Slow-proofed and worth the wait. Worth its weight in flour.
Summary
Kelsea Ballerini discusses her refreshed state of mind and new life chapter during a rare performance at SoFi's Amplify Your Ambitions contest at CMA Fest. The country star, who has been working on an album in New York City, performed for the first time in over six months and mentored three finalists competing for a $200,000 grand prize. She talks about her 'in-between season,' moving to NYC, and receiving a Rolling Stone shoutout.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledKelsea Ballerini will be the first to tell you she's feeling quite refreshed — and in a new era of her life and career.
The singer made a rare detour from her New York City album-making to perform for the first time in over six months.
She mentored the three finalists in search of a $200,000 grand prize from the financial institution.
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