Big Freedia took the stage at AmericanaFest’s Crescent City Crossroads showcase inside Exit/In on September 11, delivering a standout set that blended her signature New Orleans bounce with gospel-infused vibes from her latest LP, Pressing Onward. Fresh off her June Nashville Pride appearance, the bounce queen brought a powerful, soulful energy, backed by the Nashville in Harmony choir and collaborations with Billy Porter, Dawn Richard, Tamar Braxton, and K. Michelle.
Pressing Onward, released in August, marked a defining moment in Freedia’s artistry—a fusion of gospel themes with her bounce roots, featuring 14 tracks like “Revival,” “Holy Shuffle,” and “Queen’s Testimony.” The album channels her journey of embracing both her Christian faith and LGBTQ identity, merging them into a vibrant, resilient sound.
Beyond the music, Freedia shared inspiring entrepreneurial insights drawn from launching her THC energy drink, Wobble, and revealed plans for her first New Orleans hotel opening in 2026. Her performance was a vivid testament to her artistry, activism, and entrepreneurial spirit, resonating deeply with the AmericanaFest crowd.
AmericanaFest 2025 continues to showcase diverse, boundary-pushing artists across Nashville’s venues, and Big Freedia’s Crescent City Crossroads set was a must-see highlight—melding bounce, faith, and resilience into one electrifying experience.
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