Alice Jackson: A Rising Country Star 

At just 13 years old, Edmond’s Alice Jackson has already graced some of Oklahoma’s biggest stages — from singing the national anthem at OU baseball games and Thunder matchups to a performance at the Big 12 Softball Championship in May. But don’t let her age fool you: Alice is a rising country star with a classic sound, pink leather boots, and a dream as big as the world tour she’s already envisioning. 

“I believe I was around eight and just started singing a lot more,” Alice recalls. “I was trying out tennis because I didn’t really have anything I was good at, and my mom suggested voice lessons. I loved it right away.” Her vocal coach recommended country music, and it clicked immediately. “My voice is well-suited for country, and I just fell in love with it.” 

Alice’s voice may be young, but her influences are vintage. “I’m obsessed with Elvis,” she says, listing her Elvis candle, Elvis flag, and records with pride. “I want to be the girl Elvis.” She draws inspiration from legends like Dolly Parton and Johnny Cash, and performs with an old-soul sound that belies her years. One of the first songs she ever sang? Dolly’s “Wildflowers.” 

A viral TikTok at age 10 – a playful rendition of the Folgers jingle before swim practice – first got her noticed online, racking up over 6 million views. Although the original account was frustratingly deleted by TikTok, she’s rebuilt her following by sharing her talent with the digital world. 

“She’s an old soul, always has been,” says her mom, Leah, who now wears the unexpected title of “momager.” “I never thought I’d be one, but it’s fun because Alice and I get to spend so much quality time together. We’re making great memories.” 

Alice performs live at least twice a month at The Truck Yard in Bricktown and is a member of the Oklahoma Opry. She has a selection of songs available on Apple Music — including “Slay,” written by the songwriter behind George Strait’s “Check Yes or No.” However, she’s not one to stay still. Alice is working on new music and hopes to release original songs in the near future. 

“My dream is to be a big name — like when someone says ‘Alice,’ and they’re like, ‘Oh, Alice Jackson?’” she says with a smile. She offers a word of advice to other aspiring artists: “Everyone says this, but most people don’t take it to heart: you have to just get out there, do what you love, be committed, and take every opportunity you can.” 

Want to catch Alice live? Follow her on Instagram @alicejacksonmusic, on TikTok @alice.jackson.music or check upcoming performances at The Truck Yard at truckyard.com/tunes