Breaking Boundaries: BigXthaPlug's Impact on Country Music and Nashville's Evolution
The 59th CMA Awards concluded with a groundbreaking collaboration between Dallas rapper BigXthaPlug and country star Luke Combs, performing their hit song "Pray Hard." This collaboration marked a significant moment of acceptance by mainstream country music towards BigX, who recently released the album "I Hope You're Happy" featuring collaborations with various country artists. Breland, known for his hit "My Truck" and work with Keith Urban, discusses the acceptance of non-country artists in Nashville, highlighting the importance of building trust with established artists in the industry. He contrasts BigXthaPlug's approach with Beyoncé's album "Cowboy Carter," emphasizing the impact of playing by Nashville's rules on mainstream reception. Breland also delves into the influence of AI on music, the dynamics of playing the Nashville game, and his thoughts on Keith Urban's performance at Mar-a-Lago. Tune in to Rolling Stone's Nashville Now podcast for more insights from Breland and other country music personalities. Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify for weekly episodes featuring interviews with artists like Lainey Wilson, Hardy, Charley Crockett, and many more. Discover the latest in country music and get exclusive behind-the-scenes stories from the industry's top talents.