Carrie Underwood embraced a fresh perspective as she headlined Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest 2025. The celebrated country artist marked the transition from 2024 to 2025 with an electrifying medley of her iconic hits, showcasing her remarkable career that has spanned two decades.
Performing live from Times Square, Underwood delivered renditions of fan favorites including “Before He Cheats” from her 2005 debut album, “Some Hearts,” “Church Bells” from her 2016 album, “Storyteller,” and “Pink Champagne,” a track from her 2022 album, “Denim & Rhinestones.” In addition to her performance, she announced an exciting upcoming concert special titled Reflection, set to stream on Hulu in January.
Reflecting on her previous experiences, Underwood expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “I have such fun memories of performing on New Year’s Rockin’ Eve in Times Square in both 2007 and 2015, and I’m so excited to perform just before the ball drops again this year.” She also celebrates the milestone of 20 years since her “American Idol” win while sharing the stage with Ryan Seacrest, who hosted his 20th New Year’s Eve celebration.
The New Year’s festivities showcased a diverse array of musical talent, with guests including Dasha, Megan Maroney, Thomas Rhett, Blake Shelton, Ernest, and Cody Johnson, all contributing to the lively celebration of country music. The event spanned the nation, featuring additional performances from Las Vegas with host Rob Gronkowski and Ryan Seacrest and Rita Ora anchoring in New York, while Jeannie Mai served as the West Coast correspondent.
Beyond country music, the lineup included popular acts such as the Jonas Brothers, Tinashe, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Kesha, and Alanis Morissette. Various hip-hop artists, including Ja Rule, Fat Joe, Slick Rick, and Doug E. Fresh, enriched the lineup, ensuring a festive and diverse celebration.
Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest 2025 was broadcast live on ABC, and viewers can stream the event on Hulu starting January 1.
This year’s celebration emphasizes the unity and diversity of the music industry, bringing together artists from various genres to welcome the New Year. It serves as a reminder of the power of music to bring people together in joy and celebration, making this New Year’s Eve not only entertaining but also a moment of collective hope for what lies ahead.