Joanna Cotten and Eric Church performed last year at the record-breaking show at Nissan Stadium. Photo: John Shearer
Longtime background singer Joanna Cotten announced that she would be taking a break from touring to pursue her own solo activities.
Serve as a powerful vocalist supporting the country superstar Eric Church, Cotten recently wrapped up the “Gather Again Tour” with the Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter. The 55-show trek, which ended at Madison Square Garden on May 20, received the 2022 award Billboard Music Awards Best Country Tour.
“I want you all to know that I made the decision to take some time off after the ‘Gather Again’ tour to focus on writing new songs and having some time to rest and recuperate. I had intend to return, but God has other plans,” Cotten shared on social media.
“I also want you all to know that your energy carried me through so many shows with Eric. What a ride we had,” she recalled. “I’m so grateful for the stages I sang on with him and the people I met along the way. I look forward to new solo music and adventures on the horizon. I love you guys and I’ll see you on the road before you know it!”
Cotten launched his career as an artist 15 years ago with a song called “The Prize”. Since joining Church’s band, he has regularly showcased her talent in his shows and even included her in several of his studio recordings.
