The married duo from Little Rock takes home awards for Entertainer of the Year, Vocal Duo/Group of the Year, and Album of the Year.
LITTLE ROCK, AR – June 3, 2025 – Arkansas married country duo Cliff & Susan are riding high after a standout night at the 8th annual 2025 Arkansas Country Music Awards, where they took home three major awards: Entertainer of the Year, Vocal Duo/Group of the Year, and Album of the Year for their fan-favorite release, Fiddle & Keys.
Held during a red carpet celebration of the state’s musical legacy, the annual ceremony shines a spotlight on both emerging talent and established artists in Arkansas’ thriving country music scene. Cliff & Susan’s sweeping wins affirm their growing impact in modern country music.
“This is such an incredible moment for us,” said Susan Erwin Prowse after the show. “To receive this kind of recognition from our home state means everything. We’re deeply humbled and grateful.”
With a style that blends country roots with southern rock energy and heartfelt storytelling, Cliff & Susan have earned praise for their dynamic stage shows and musical chemistry. The married duo has shared the spotlight with artists like ZZ Top and Sawyer Brown, and continues to perform across the U.S. and overseas—all while running their independent label, Big Red Dog Productions.
Their award-winning album, Fiddle & Keys, produced by Cliff Prowse and Larry Beaird, showcases their talents front and center. Susan’s dynamic keyboard playing and vocals, combined with Cliff’s powerful vocals, fiddle, and guitar-driven arrangements, and heartfelt songwriting, have resonated with both fans and critics alike.
“We want this win to inspire other independent artists out there,” Cliff Prowse said. “Arkansas has an amazing musical history, and we’re proud to contribute to that legacy.”
Founded to celebrate the state’s contributions to country music, the Arkansas Country Music Awards, Inc. honors legends and rising stars alike. Past honorees include greats like Johnny Cash, Glen Campbell, Conway Twitty, and Levon Helm. This year’s ceremony once again celebrated the depth and diversity of Arkansas artists and presented lifetime achievement awards to Collin Raye, Shawn Camp, and John Hughey.
As Cliff & Susan continue to release new music and grow their fan base, their recent recognition marks another step in a journey powered by passion, perseverance, and homegrown pride.Follow Cliff & Susan:
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