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Anne Wilson Performs with Powerful Faith at Two Step Inn Festival

By Clarissa Darling on May 5, 2026

Anne Wilson stepped onto the Big River Stage at 2:30 p.m. on April 19, 2026, and the afternoon crowd at San Gabriel Park felt an immediate lift. With her clear, soaring alto and songs that weave deep faith into modern country storytelling, she creates music that feels both spiritually grounded and radio-ready—honest about life’s struggles and full of hope. In a scene where country and Christian sounds often stay in separate lanes, Wilson stands out for blending them seamlessly, turning personal testimony into anthems that resonate across audiences.

Anne Wilson performs at Day 2 of the Two Step Inn Festival, Georgetown Texas on April 18, 2026. (Photo Credit and copyright: Larry Philpot/SoundstagePhotography.com)

From Kentucky Tragedy to Nationwide Impact

Born in 2002 in Lexington, Kentucky, Wilson first stepped into the spotlight after the heartbreaking loss of her brother Jacob in 2017. Her breakthrough single “My Jesus,” released in 2021, became a Platinum-certified No. 1 on Billboard’s Christian Airplay chart and earned her a Grammy nomination for Best Contemporary Christian Music Album with her 2022 debut *My Jesus*. She followed with the genre-blending album *REBEL* in 2024, featuring country-leaning singles like “Rain In The Rearview” and the chart-topping ballad “Strong.” In 2025 she released the single “God Story” and its accompanying EP, then dropped her third studio album *Stars* in October. With over two billion global streams, a sold-out headlining tour, Grand Ole Opry debut, CMT Next Women of Country recognition, and multiple GMA Dove and K-Love Fan Awards, she continues to bridge Christian and country worlds with authentic, uplifting music.

Anne Wilson and Her Touring Band

Anne Wilson – Lead Vocals

(Wilson performs as a solo artist with a rotating touring band that includes music director/guitar, additional guitar, keys, bass, drums, and background vocals. The lineup has remained consistent in its core roles with no substantial changes reported in recent years.)

Her Set on the Big River Stage

Positioned on the festival’s main Big River Stage—reserved for headliners and major rising stars—Wilson and her band delivered an energetic, emotionally charged set from her *Stars* Tour. The performance mixed newer material with longtime favorites, filling the open-air venue with powerful vocals and singalong moments that had the Day 2 crowd fully engaged.

The Two Step Inn festival returned to scenic San Gabriel Park in Georgetown, Texas—just north of Austin—for its 2026 edition. The park’s live oaks and open spaces create a relaxed, community-focused atmosphere that feels more like a backyard gathering than a large festival. Three stages offered variety across the weekend: Pony Up for emerging artists, Showdeo for established favorites, and Big River for bigger draws like Wilson, with local food vendors and plenty of room to settle in. After Day 1’s weather interruptions, Day 2 brought clearer skies and a full day of music.

Verified Setlist (sourced from the official concert listing on setlist.fm):

God Story
God & Country
Sunday Sermons
Devil Is Too
Hey Girl
Strong
Still Do
Rain In The Rearview
Hold Your Horses
Jesus on the Radio
REBEL
Devil

What Anne Wilson Brought to the Live Stage

Wilson’s Big River set showed why her music connects so strongly—powerful vocals that lift spirits and songs that meet people exactly where they are, whether in joy or struggle. With a touring band that supports her sound without overpowering it, her performances offer that rare combination of energy and sincerity that made a festival afternoon feel meaningful. If you appreciate country with real heart and a message that sticks, her growing 2026 dates, including stops on The Stars Tour, provide a good chance to experience it yourself.