For Texas Hill Country natives and emerging country music sensation The Cunningham Sisters, music is about more than just playing instruments and singing songs. It’s about community, work ethic, family, and love. Cami and Stormy Cunningham, who grew up in Dripping Springs and also compete in rodeos, have a deep passion for their roots.
Now with plans for an album and two singles released in 2025—“Red River” and "What If I,”—the multi-talented homegrown duo’s star is on the rise.
For The Cunningham Sisters, who started performing at 8 and 11 years old, successfully creating music and competing at rodeos relies on family, community, consistent hard work, and being true to yourself.
“The Hill Country shaped our values, our music, and our lifestyle. We couldn’t be more proud of where we came from, and we hope our music reflects that sense of home,” they explain.
The sisters share that growing up on a ranch in the Hill Country has developed both their sound and their work ethic. “The land itself—the rolling hills, wide-open skies, and quiet moments you only get out here—has a way of grounding you,” they say. “It teaches patience, grit, and appreciation for the simple things.”
Being raised in the Hill Country taught them that nothing worthwhile comes easy, whether it’s practicing music, competing in rodeos, or tending to the ranch. “The Hill Country didn’t just raise us; it built the foundation we stand on.”
Among the many places in Dripping Springs that have guided their journey, Hudson’s on Mercer—where Cami and Story took their first voice, guitar, and piano lessons—will always hold a special place in their hearts.
“The teachers and musicians there poured so much into us and helped shape the artists we’re becoming,” they share. “And beyond that, there’s nothing more inspiring than performing at local venues where the community has literally watched us grow up. Dripping Springs is full of people who cheer us on, encourage us, and make us feel at home every time we step on a stage. That sense of community reminds us exactly why we love doing what we do—and why this place will always be a part of our story.”
And while music came naturally to Stormy and Cami when they were young, their dad helped cultivate their love of the rodeo and horses. They've been competing at rodeos for as long as they can remember. “Music allows us to express emotion in a beautiful way, while rodeo teaches discipline, resilience, and grit. Both challenge you to be better, and both bring us joy,” they explain. “Rodeo teaches you to stay focused, keep improving, and never quit. We carry that same mindset into music. Whether we’re in the arena or on stage, both require preparation, confidence, and determination. Rodeo has made us mentally strong performers.”
Cami and Stormy, who “grew up performing on stage,” also credit their family’s relentless support and their own special bond as sisters for their rising success.
“Being sisters gives us a natural connection that shows up in both our sound and our stage presence,” they say. “Our harmonies are tight because we’ve been singing together for as long as we can remember—there’s an instinctive way we blend and anticipate each other that only comes from growing up side by side.”
But it’s not just the music. Learning to rope and ride together, practicing in the arena, and tackling challenges as a team taught them how to communicate, trust each other, and work in sync. “All of that carries over when we’re on stage,” they say. “We understand each other so well that performing together feels effortless and genuine, and we think that bond is a big part of what makes our music unique.”
For The Cunningham Sisters, growth has been driven by staying focused and never giving up: “Leaning into what you love means sticking with your passion even when it gets challenging or discouraging. It’s showing up when you don’t feel motivated and trusting that the hard work will eventually pay off.”
The sisters encourage others reaching for their goals to keep going, even in the face of challenges or when progress feels slow: “Work hard, stay disciplined, and don’t quit on yourself.
And with plans for new music, performances, and rodeo competitions in 2026, The Cunningham Sisters are just getting started. Be on the lookout for new songs, tours, and an album from the rising country stars in the near future. Stormy and Cami aim for their music to reach a wider audience while staying true to their Hill Country roots.
“We want to play bigger shows, release more music, and keep competing in rodeos,” they share. “Rodeo will always stay part of our identity and continue shaping our sound and our character. Our dream is to keep doing what we love while staying grounded in the lifestyle that raised us.”
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Stay connected with The Cunningham Sisters at TheCunninghamSistersMusic.com and @thecunninghamsistersmusic. Stream The Cunningham Sisters on YouTube, Apple Music, and Pandora. Upcoming performances include March 21 at 12 p.m. at Rodeo Austin, April 9 at The Gage Hotel in Marathon, and April 10 at The Starlight in Terlingua.
“The Hill Country didn’t just raise us; it built the foundation we stand on.” - Cami and Stormy Cunningham