Meels will perform at the Grand Ole Opry for the first time on October 28, fulfilling a longstanding ambition for the singer-songwriter signed to Lost Highway Records.
Jeff Hanna, co-founder, lead singer and guitarist of Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, told Meels about the booking during a session together at Nashville’s Sound Emporium.
A first appearance in the Circle
“Stepping into the Circle means stepping into a legacy that has inspired me for as long as I can remember,” says Meels. “So many of the artists who shaped my love of music have stood on that piece of wood, and to have the opportunity to follow in their footsteps is incredibly surreal. Getting to make my Opry debut is a dream come true and an honor I’ll never forget.”
Earlier this year, Meels opened for Nitty Gritty Dirt Band on All The Good Times: The Farewell Tour. She is currently touring with Old Crow Medicine Show.
Her debut will place her among performers who have appeared in the Opry’s circle, including Luke Combs, Lady A and Kelsea Ballerini.
Background and releases
Born Amelia Einhorn, Meels grew up among the redwoods in Mill Valley, California. Her early musical influences included John Denver, Iris DeMent, The Beatles, and Peter, Paul and Mary.
Her releases include:
- Tales from a Bird’s Bedroom, her debut EP (extended play), released in 2024.
- Across The Raccoon Strait, her follow-up EP, released through Lost Highway in 2026, featuring music she has described as “critter country.”
Her new single, “Lonely USA,” appeared on numerous New Music Friday playlists.
