Dickerson Notches American Music Awards Nomination For Best Country Song With Record-Breaking Single “Happen To Me”
| NASHVILLE, TN — April 14, 2026 — Multi-platinum hitmaker Russell Dickerson teams up with Spotify for an exclusive live performance video filmed at his biggest show to date at RODEOHouston on March 5 in Houston, TX. The performance gives fans a front-row experience of his “torchy” (People) hit “Worth Your Wild,” delivered with “energy that doesn’t let up,” capturing a true career-defining moment for Dickerson. The show also featured a special pre-show fan experience, including a Spotify-hosted meet-and-greet and a themed flower shop inspired by his piano ballad “Roses,” adding a personal touch to the night. Blending intimate fan moments with a milestone performance, the experience reflects the high-energy connection fans can expect on his upcoming RUSSELLMANIA Tour, further cementing Dickerson’s reputation as “a star on the verge of a next-level breakout” (Houston Chronicle). Check out the performance HERE.Today, Dickerson earned another accolade with an American Music Awards nomination for Best Country Song with single “Happen To Me.” Since its release, “Happen to Me” has become a multi-week No. 1 on U.S. Country Aircheck/MediaBase and the Billboard Country charts, earning RIAA Platinum certification and surpassing 344 million streams to date, along with multi-week No. 1 runs in the UK and Canada. Crossing into pop formats, it also landed on the Billboard Hot 100, as well as the Hot AC and Top 40 charts, along with a 2026 iHeartRadio Awards nomination for Favorite TikTok Dance.About Russell Dickerson Multi-Platinum chart-topper and Triple Tigers artist Russell Dickerson has built a career defined by heart, grit, and explosive live performances. He burst onto the scene with a remarkable run of # 1 hits — “Yours” (3X Platinum), “Blue Tacoma” (2X Platinum), “Love You Like I Used To” (2X Platinum), “Every Little Thing” (Platinum), “God Gave Me a Girl,” and most recently the Platinum-certified “Happen to Me” — cementing his reputation as one of country music’s most consistent hitmakers. Across nearly 4 billion career streams, Dickerson has paired genre-blending sonics with heartfelt songwriting, from the soul-infused 2X Platinum duet “She Likes It” (with Jake Scott) to arena-ready anthems that showcase both swagger and sincerity. Long admired for lyrics inspired by his happy home life, Dickerson has now fully stepped into the spotlight as a powerhouse entertainer. His sold-out live show became the driving force behind his fourth studio album, FAMOUS BACK HOME, a high-energy, confidence-fueled project that mirrors the electricity of his SOLD-OUT RUSSELLMANIA TOUR — now extended through 2026. Blending country-soul, ‘80s rock, and modern pop, FAMOUS BACK HOME captures Dickerson at his boldest and most personal. From dance-floor-ready moments to tender family-man reflections, the album delivers sonic swagger without sacrificing the heart-on-sleeve authenticity that has defined his career from the very beginning. For more, visit www.russelldickerson.com. |
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