Dakota Poorman

From Maple Valley, WA, singer-songwriter Dakota Poorman is bringing a fresh, genuine voice to modern country music. His sound blends heartfelt storytelling with a touch of rock edge, often drawing comparisons to the grit of Travis Tritt, the soul of Bob Seger, and the honest lyricism of John Mellencamp—but always with his own style. Dakota first made waves with his debut single “American Made,” which climbed into the MusicRow Country Charts and peaked at #68. Follow-up singles like “Hippie@Heart” and “Best Mistake” carried him on the road through Washington, Oregon, Montana, Wyoming, Tennessee, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Indiana, and Texas, where his high-energy live shows began winning over fans night after night. In 2023, Dakota released his first full-length album “Black Sheep,” celebrated with a sold-out release show in Tacoma, WA. Distributed through InGrooves / Universal Music Group, the record has helped him surpass 250,000 all-time streams across platforms—an exciting milestone for an independent artist building from the ground up. Now, with his newest singles “It Rains in California Too,” Dakota is stepping into a new chapter. Leaning into both Nashville and Texas influences while staying true to his Pacific Northwest roots, he continues to write and perform songs that connect with everyday people. Authentic, passionate, and driven—Dakota Poorman is a rising country voice you won’t want to miss.