Short bio

2025 CCMA Entertainer of the Year and singer/songwriter/entertainer Michael Schott is a fast-rising country traditionalist recognized for his rich powerful voice, heartfelt songwriting, and dynamic live shows.

Medium bio

Michael Schott is the 2025 CCMA Entertainer of the Year and a rising country singer-songwriter from Eastern North Carolina, known for his strong songwriting, soulful vocals, and veteran-like stage presence and performances. Raised in Stella, NC, Schott built his sound through years of local performances before forming his band in 2025 and opening for artists like Parmalee, Sawyer Brown, and Chris Cagle. Heading into 2026, he continues gaining momentum with new music, touring, and his upcoming EP “That’s My Honky Tonk” set for release this summer.

Long bio

Meet 2025 CCMA Entertainer of the Year Michael Schott, a country singer, songwriter, and entertainer from Eastern North Carolina. He is recognized as one of the hottest triple-threat artists with prominence in his unique songwriting ability, his rich and traditional-sounding vocals, and his veteran like stage presence and performances.

Raised in the small farming community of Stella, NC, Schott built his foundation through years of local performances that shaped his sound. He also formed a band in 2025 and secured opening slots for Parmalee, Sawyer Brown, and Chris Cagle. Schott is entering 2026 with new music releases and touring alongside major support opportunities. He continues building momentum through consistent live performance and upcoming recording projects. Fans can expect his long-awaited EP “That's My Honky Tonk” slated for release in the summer of this year.