“In Las Vegas, Courtney Hadwin Unleashes Her Inner Rock Queen: ‘Pretty Little Thing’ Debut Leaves Crowd Roaring” nn

With a voice far beyond her years and a stage presence that burns bright, her rise from America’s Got Talent standout to full-fledged rock artist continues to inspire awe.

Long before her debut album Little Miss Jagged was even on the horizon, she made an unforgettable statement in Las Vegas and she was only 14.

The date was November 2, 2018, and the venue was the Paris Las Vegas showroom. For her first-ever AGT Las Vegas Live performance, she launched into a bold, soul-soaked set that featured her explosive original track “Pretty Little Thing”.

Opening with a fiery rendition of “Hold On I’m Comin’,” the Top 10 finalist quickly amped up the crowd. But it was the premiere of her own song that truly brought the house down.

Watch her performance below.

With fierce leg movements, raw vocals, and the kind of stage confidence that could rival any seasoned star, she delivered “Pretty Little Thing” with a rock edge and bluesy growl that stunned both fans and casual viewers alike.

Her voice was gritty, powerful, and unmistakably hers and as Simon Cowell once predicted, “Every time you perform, people will remember you.”

And they certainly did.

The reactions from those who watched the performance, whether live or online, were immediate and emotional. One comment read: “She forever leaves me speechless. I feel like a fool trying to describe what I feel when I hear her sing. Smartest thing to say? Thank you, God.”

Another simply said: “Great show. Incredible energy and such a unique voice.”

And one fan captured the moment perfectly: “She’s already up there with the greats. What an artist!”

Even longtime professionals shared their surprise and admiration: “I’ve interviewed stars for decades. It’s all routine now — but if I met her, I’d be tongue-tied like a teenager.”

The video, often praised by fans as one of the best early captures of her live vocals, showed a young artist already in full command of her identity. She wasn’t just performing — she was introducing her own sound, taking risks, and showing the world she couldn’t be boxed in.

That fearless energy carries into her upcoming debut album Little Miss Jagged, set for release on September 12. From the electrifying “D.N.A.” to the raw honesty of “You Only Love Me When I Lie,” she’s ready to show the full range of her voice — and heart.

Whether rocking a festival stage in Europe or releasing new music from the studio, she proves one thing: true artists don’t just evolve — they explode.