NCD is closing out the year with our “Play It Forward” segment, which beckons our featured artists to recommend a singer or song that mainstream country fans may not be familiar with.

Today’s recommendation comes from Carly Pearce.

“I’m a huge Gabby Barrett fan,” says Carly. “I think Gabby is a star. She has two songs out that are amazing. ‘I Hope’ is a big ol’ hit. She’s got another song called ‘The Good Ones’ that will blow you away. I’ve played a few [writers] rounds with her. I’m going to champion Gabby this year.”

Watch the videos for Gabby’s “I Hope” and “The Good Ones” below.

Play It Forward

• Thomas Rhett: Larry Fleet
• Jon Pardi: Ross Ellis