Carter Faith’s debut album Cherry Valley arrives as a clear reflection of where she comes from and how she learned to tell stories. The project pulls from her upbringing in rural North Carolina, where church music, country radio, and close knit community life shaped her sense of melody and meaning. Those early influences show up in songs that focus on faith, heartbreak, and perseverance, without trying to dress them up or soften the edges.
The release follows years of steady work in Nashville, where Faith built her reputation as a songwriter before stepping fully into the spotlight. Cherry Valley marks a turning point, not as a reinvention, but as a moment of definition. The album leans into small town imagery and emotional clarity, tying personal experiences to themes that feel widely familiar.
The timing of the album also coincides with Faith’s appearance at the Heartland Film Festival, a setting that aligns with the album’s focus on American storytelling. Together, the music and the moment underline Faith’s intention to ground her career in honesty and lived experience, rather than trend chasing.