Zack Scott Wins Casper Anthem Contest With County One

Visit Casper asked Casper's music scene to submit a song that perfectly describes Casper, and you can bet they'll respond. Well, it just so happens they did, and the response was exactly what you'd expect.

People outside of Wyoming may be shocked at how great the art scene is here, especially musically. You can hit a number of different venues on any given night, and a local artist or band will be entertaining the crowds.

We're not talking bands that only cover other people's songs; we're talking full-on talented musicians and songwriters who have used the inspiration of Wyoming's wide-open country, beautiful scenery, and adventure to craft, create, and release their music to the world.

When Visit Casper opened the submission process for the contest, I knew they faced a huge challenge in choosing a winner.

We invited musicians to put their own spin on what makes Casper special, and the response was something worth celebrating. From the places and experiences that define this place to the people and memories that make it feel like home, these original songs offer a glimpse of Casper through the eyes and ears of the artists who know and love it.

In all, 15 submissions entered the contest, each with its own unique feel, sound, lyrics, and story of Casper, Wyoming. As with every contest, there can only be one winner, and that winner is the one and only

Zack is a born-and-raised Wyomingite who was born in Gillette, moved to Casper in 2001, and can be found on stages around town with a guitar.

If you recall, Zack took off to Nashville earlier in 2026 to take in Music City and build relationships that could help further his career.

Along the way, he made a pit stop in a tiny town in Illinois, where his talents turned locals into Zack Scott fans for life. That little town was my hometown, and I get calls or texts from my family asking for updates on Zack and when he'll be coming back for another round of concerts.

It was my pleasure to inform that tiny town that their new musical hero was just crowned the winner of Visit Caper's Casper Anthem contest.

Zack's entry was titled "County One," and if you've heard his music, you know his musical style is one that fits on the radio. You can listen to the song below, and you can also listen to all the other entries on the Visit Casper website.