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Tanner Usrey: Gritty Soul on the Big River Stage

By on April 29, 2025

At 1:30 p.m. on April 6, 2025, Tanner Usrey stormed the Big River stage, his gritty Texas soul electrifying Two Step Inn’s Sunday crowd. The Prosper native’s blend of country, rock, and blues was a wake-up call, his raw vocals and unpolished charm cutting through the afternoon haze. Usrey’s set was a testament to his rising star, proving why he’s a festival favorite.

File Photo: Tanner Usrey and his band perform at the Extra Innings Festival in Tempe, AZ on March 1, 2025. (Photo Credit and Copyright; Larry Philpot/SoundstagePhotography.com)

Background and Bio: Born in Prosper, Texas, Tanner Usrey began playing music in his teens, self-releasing Highway 23 in 2019. His 2021 single “Come Back Down” went viral on TikTok, leading to a deal with Atlantic Records. His 2023 album Crossing Lines features hits like “Give It Some Time” and “Take Me Home,” charting on Texas Regional Radio. Influenced by Chris Stapleton and Whiskey Myers, Usrey’s played Stagecoach and opened for Koe Wetzel. No TV or movie credits or awards are noted, but his Two Step Inn slot, as highlighted in Holler, reflects his buzz among young country fans.

File Photo: Tanner Usrey performs in Georgetown, Texas at the Two Step Inn Festival on April 6, 2025. (Photo Credit and Copyright; Larry Philpot/SoundstagePhotography.com)

Performance Review: Usrey swaggered onstage, his flannel shirt and battered boots screaming Texas. He kicked off with “Come Back Down,” its bluesy riff and yearning lyrics hooking the crowd instantly. His voice—gravelly yet tender—carried “Give It Some Time,” a standout from Crossing Lines, as fans sang along, beers raised. The Big River stage, framed by San Gabriel’s oaks, felt like Usrey’s backyard, his banter about “Texas sun and cheap whiskey” drawing laughs. “Take Me Home” was a highlight, its soulful plea silencing the chatter, with Usrey’s guitar solos sparking cheers. A cover of Lynyrd Skynyrd’s “Simple Man,” a nod to the night’s headliners, showed his versatility. The crowd, mostly younger fans, as Reddit noted, vibed with his raw energy, moshing during “Beautiful Lies.” Usrey’s set, though early, was a bold statement, proving his place among Texas’ new guard.


Final Thoughts: Tanner Usrey’s Two Step Inn set was a gritty, soulful triumph. His raw talent and Texas heart made him a Sunday standout, a name to watch in country’s next wave.

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