01of 08Spidey SmithMy favorite way to blow off some steam before a big night is to ride around the outskirts of my hometown of Nashville, Tennessee, on my Harley.

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Chase Matthew’s Grand Ole Opry Debut Where was the image taken – Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, TN When was the image taken – March 14, 2023 Who took the photograph – Spidey Smith Full credit line – Photo Credit: Spidey Smith Source contact information: Name: Lexi Cothran, Shore Fire Media Phone: 615-519-2216 E-mail: lcothran@shorefire.com Image sent by: Lexi Cothran, Shore Fire Media

My favorite way to blow off some steam before a big night is to ride around the outskirts of my hometown of Nashville, Tennessee, on my Harley.

02of 08Spidey SmithThere’s no telling how many legends have stepped into the historic circle on the Grand Ole Opry stage. I visited the venue a few months prior to my debut night, and I purposely waited to take my turn to step into that spot. I actually told the circle I was coming back for it, and that’s exactly what happened during soundcheck.

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Chase Matthew’s Grand Ole Opry Debut Where was the image taken – Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, TN When was the image taken – March 14, 2023 Who took the photograph – Spidey Smith Full credit line – Photo Credit: Spidey Smith Source contact information: Name: Lexi Cothran, Shore Fire Media Phone: 615-519-2216 E-mail: lcothran@shorefire.com Image sent by: Lexi Cothran, Shore Fire Media

There’s no telling how many legends have stepped into the historic circle on the Grand Ole Opry stage. I visited the venue a few months prior to my debut night, and I purposely waited to take my turn to step into that spot. I actually told the circle I was coming back for it, and that’s exactly what happened during soundcheck.

03of 08Spidey SmithMy Mamaw has been one of my biggest supporters since I was a child. When she surprised me backstage during soundcheck, I knew I wanted her to experience stepping into the circle with me, so she joined me on-stage before the show began. We took in the moment together, which was one of my favorite parts of the night.

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Chase Matthew’s Grand Ole Opry Debut Where was the image taken – Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, TN When was the image taken – March 14, 2023 Who took the photograph – Spidey Smith Full credit line – Photo Credit: Spidey Smith Source contact information: Name: Lexi Cothran, Shore Fire Media Phone: 615-519-2216 E-mail: lcothran@shorefire.com Image sent by: Lexi Cothran, Shore Fire Media

My Mamaw has been one of my biggest supporters since I was a child. When she surprised me backstage during soundcheck, I knew I wanted her to experience stepping into the circle with me, so she joined me on-stage before the show began. We took in the moment together, which was one of my favorite parts of the night.

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Chase Matthew’s Grand Ole Opry Debut Where was the image taken – Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, TN When was the image taken – March 14, 2023 Who took the photograph – Spidey Smith Full credit line – Photo Credit: Spidey Smith Source contact information: Name: Lexi Cothran, Shore Fire Media Phone: 615-519-2216 E-mail: lcothran@shorefire.com Image sent by: Lexi Cothran, Shore Fire Media

05of 08Spidey SmithI was feeling nervous, so my grandparents joined me in my dressing room for a quick prayer before walking onstage.

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Chase Matthew’s Grand Ole Opry Debut Where was the image taken – Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, TN When was the image taken – March 14, 2023 Who took the photograph – Spidey Smith Full credit line – Photo Credit: Spidey Smith Source contact information: Name: Lexi Cothran, Shore Fire Media Phone: 615-519-2216 E-mail: lcothran@shorefire.com Image sent by: Lexi Cothran, Shore Fire Media

I was feeling nervous, so my grandparents joined me in my dressing room for a quick prayer before walking onstage.

06of 08Spidey SmithAt this point, it was showtime. In this exact moment, I had to close my eyes and feel the energy in the room. I’ll never forget that moment.

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Chase Matthew’s Grand Ole Opry Debut Where was the image taken – Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, TN When was the image taken – March 14, 2023 Who took the photograph – Spidey Smith Full credit line – Photo Credit: Spidey Smith Source contact information: Name: Lexi Cothran, Shore Fire Media Phone: 615-519-2216 E-mail: lcothran@shorefire.com Image sent by: Lexi Cothran, Shore Fire Media

At this point, it was showtime. In this exact moment, I had to close my eyes and feel the energy in the room. I’ll never forget that moment.

07of 08Spidey SmithIn the middle of my performance, I couldn’t help but give thanks to the Lord for bringing me so far. All glory goes to him.

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Chase Matthew’s Grand Ole Opry Debut Where was the image taken – Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, TN When was the image taken – March 14, 2023 Who took the photograph – Spidey Smith Full credit line – Photo Credit: Spidey Smith Source contact information: Name: Lexi Cothran, Shore Fire Media Phone: 615-519-2216 E-mail: lcothran@shorefire.com Image sent by: Lexi Cothran, Shore Fire Media

In the middle of my performance, I couldn’t help but give thanks to the Lord for bringing me so far. All glory goes to him.

08of 08Spidey SmithIt’s a wrap – I still can’t believe this night actually happened. The week was a dream come true. For anyone out there who is following this same path, don’t get discouraged. Keep chasing your dreams and believe in yourself.

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Chase Matthew’s Grand Ole Opry Debut Where was the image taken – Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, TN When was the image taken – March 14, 2023 Who took the photograph – Spidey Smith Full credit line – Photo Credit: Spidey Smith Source contact information: Name: Lexi Cothran, Shore Fire Media Phone: 615-519-2216 E-mail: lcothran@shorefire.com Image sent by: Lexi Cothran, Shore Fire Media

It’s a wrap – I still can’t believe this night actually happened. The week was a dream come true. For anyone out there who is following this same path, don’t get discouraged. Keep chasing your dreams and believe in yourself.

source: people.com