Sterling Drake

Steeped in the traditions of roots music, the journey of country songwriter Sterling Drake has taken him from the Big Cypress of south Florida to the mountains of western Montana and everywhere in between. With a penchant for honest storytelling, Sterling weaves his own perspective into the American songbook, often highlighting a strong sense of place through both natural imagery and cultural context. With influences ranging from Willie Nelson to Lead Belly, the wells of inspiration for this young artist are as diverse as American music itself. Sterling's live shows are a kaleidoscope, often reflecting the countless styles that have colored his repertoire. Spurred on by a passion for the ranching, in 2024 Sterling is teaming up with nonprofit land conservation and mental health advocacy groups to help address issues impacting the ranching community. Sterling recently received an Ameripolitan Award for “Male Honky Tonk Artist of 2024’ at the famed Moody Theater in Austin Texas last February.