Nancy Chapman
Levi Coby was nominated nine times for Country and Christian music awards, winning the 2025 Infinity Male Vocalist Inspirational Country Music Award in Nashville, Tennessee.
So, what does a Scottish-born, award-winning country and Christian singer have in common with Northern Nevada? The answer, in a roundabout way, is Cody Strong.
At just 20 years old, Cody, who lives in Fernley, was working two jobs and living with her brother. She spent her free time riding horses and helping at rodeos. Seemingly out of the blue, Cody became ill and soon learned that she had an inoperable brain stem tumor known as a tectal plate glioma. Her doctor described the situation as “dangerous and urgent.” The slow-growing tumor, located on the brain stem, blocks the flow of spinal fluid and interferes with the body’s central nervous system. Because of its location, the tumor could not be biopsied.
The diagnosis created an enormous emotional and financial strain for Cody and her family. In response, the close-knit horse community she’s long been a part of stepped in to help. With support from James Dexter of Fifty Horse Ranch, where Cody was working, and longtime family friend and cutting horse trainer Kirk Ferris, a fundraiser was organized to help with her medical and travel expenses.
In a remarkable twist of fate, Levi Coby found himself deeply connected to Cody and her family. He and his wife were looking to buy a new car when they came across an ad posted by Kirk Ferris’s parents. When they arrived to pick up the vehicle, they learned about Cody and the fundraiser Kirk was organizing. Without hesitation, Levi offered to perform at the event. Pictured below: Kirk Ferris, James Dexter, and Levi Coby. Photo by Nancy Chapman.
Levi is now recording a song for Cody titled “#CodyStrong,” pledging to donate all proceeds from the song to help her in her fight against the disease. He has won awards in Europe and is now an award-winning musician in the United States. His songs “My F-150” and “Southern Girl” are currently airing on KBUL. Levi was also invited to sing his new song, “Truck in Heaven,” at the 2025 Infinity Music Awards.
Originally from Scotland, Levi and his wife, Natalie, now make Nevada and Texas their home.
Congratulations to Levi for winning the 2025 Infinity Male Vocalist Inspirational Country Music Award. Fallon, Fernley, and Northern Nevada thanks you for your music and for your contributions to Cody’s cause. Listen for Levi’s music on KBUL and on major streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and ReverbNation. #CodyStrong.
Pictured top right: Levi Coby.
To read more about Cody, check out these articles by Nancy Chapman.
Below: Levi and Natalie standing in front of Johnny Cash’s home in Nashville, TN. Photo courtesy of Levi Coby.
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