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. Then, seemingly out of nowhere, she became ill and soon learned 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 disrupts the body’s central nervous system. Because of its placement, the tumor cannot be biopsied.
The diagnosis placed enormous emotional and financial strain on Cody and her family. In response, the close-knit horse community she has long been part of stepped in to help. With support from James Dexter of Fifty Horse Ranch, where Cody worked, and longtime family friend and cutting horse trainer Kirk Ferris, a fundraiser was organized to help cover her medical and travel expenses.
In a remarkable twist of fate, Levi Coby found himself unexpectedly 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 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.
Levi is now recording a song for Cody titled “#CodyStrong,” pledging to donate all proceeds 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, and he was invited to perform his new song, “Truck in Heaven,” at the 2025 Infinity Music Awards.
Originally from Scotland, Levi and his wife, Natalie, now split their time between Nevada and Texas.
Congratulations to Levi for winning the 2025 Infinity Male Vocalist Inspirational Country Music Award. Fallon, Fernley, and Northern Nevada thank you for your music and for your contributions to Cody’s cause. You can hear Levi’s music on KBUL and across major streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and ReverbNation. #CodyStrong
To read more about Cody, check out these articles by Nancy Chapman:
A Ride Worth Taking: Fallon Rallies for Cody Smith at Benefit Playday and Clinic
https://www.thefallonpost.org/article/8030,a-ride-worth-taking-fallon-rallies-for-cody-smith-at-benefit-playday-and-clinic
Cowgirl Tough: Cody Smith Stays in Saddle Despite Rare Brain Tumor
https://www.thefallonpost.org/article/7939,cowgirl-tough-cody-smith-stays-in-saddle-despite-rare-brain-tumor
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