NASHVILLE, Tenn. � The Radio Show has announced the musical guest for the 2016 NAB Marconi Radio Awards Dinner & Show. Jennifer Nettles will perform at the Sept. 22, event in Nashville, Tenn. (The 2016 Radio Show runs Sept. 21�23.)
Nettles came into the public eye in 2004 as the lead vocalist of Sugarland. She also has released two solo albums, the most recent of which is �Playing With Fire,� released in May 2016. Nettles has also appeared on Broadway as Roxy Hart in Chicago, has also acted in NBC�s �Coat of Many Colors� and hosted ABC�s �CMA Country Christmas� special.
�Jennifer Nettles is a truly phenomenal country music performer, with awards and accolades recognizing both her voice and songwriting abilities,� said NAB Executive Vice President of Radio John David.�
Sponsored by HD Radio, the Marconi Radio Awards will be held at the Omni Nashville Hotel. Scott Shannon will serve as the event�s emcee.
