When rain pours down on a festival, some people run for cover. When lightning crashes down on the ground, it can delay things. And when things get back on track and it’s time for the music to start again it takes a talented and engaged performer to get things fired back up for the fans.

On Friday afternoon at Boots and Hearts, Cassadee Pope took that challenge and knocked it out of the park.

Winner of The Voice season 3 and member of Team Blake, Pope has a new album coming out in October and has been touring with Rascal Flatts this summer. It’s easy to see that her previous experience and exposure to headline acts has made her comfortable on stage. She walked the catwalk in the light rain to get closer to the fans crowded up against the rails. Talked to the audience and genuinely connected.

With her new album coming in just a few months, Cassadee is working with CMT on a “making of” documentary. I wouldn’t be surprised if we see appearances by Blake Shelton and perhaps Miranda Lambert when the finished product comes to the TV screen so keep your eyes peeled for details. And with the album in progress, the lead single Wasting All These Tears has hit the airwaves and the video is getting views and building momentum.

Let me say this, I don’t care what you think or feel about shows like The Voice, this girl can sing and should be a star. Her live performances will only get bigger and better as her catalogue grows and her fan base will grow too.

It may only be a coincidence, but during Cassadee’s set the rain stopped and the sun came back out. I don’t think it will be the last time that happens in her career.

Work Hard, Play Harder, Be Awesome.

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