Two of the up-and-coming country artists, Megan Moroney and Jelly Roll, have been nominated for their first CMT Awards this weekend. Both artists have talked about their musical influences and how they have impacted their journey so far.
Moroney’s Musical Inspirations
Megan Moroney has shared her musical influences, which include Kacey Musgraves and Miranda Lambert. Her father has also been a positive influence on her music career as he taught her to play the guitar.
Moroney is nominated for two CMT awards: breakthrough female video of the year and CMT digital-first performance of the year for her song “Tennessee Orange.” She did not expect her single to become as popular as it did, but she is happy people have connected with the love song.
Jelly Roll’s Background and Inspiration
Jelly Roll comes from a rap background and lists Kid Rock, Brothers Osborne, Morgan Wallen, and Ernest Hardy as his inspirations. Kid Rock has been a mentor to Jelly Roll and has helped him with management and other music-related advice.
Jelly Roll is nominated for male video of the year, breakthrough male video of the year, and CMT digital-first performance of the year. He brings music to jails in Tennessee to help those who have been incarcerated. Music has always been his therapy, and his family has been his anchor throughout his journey.
Moroney’s Success and Debut Album Release
Megan Moroney’s single “Tennessee Orange” has been streamed over 61 million times on Spotify in just six months. Her debut album “Lucky” is set to release in May. The album features a mix of funny, serious, and heartbreak songs that reflect her style and love for country music. Moroney styles herself but uses a makeup artist and hair artist for glam looks.
Moroney’s song “Girl in the Mirror” is set to release on April 14, along with a music video that no one knows about yet. The past year has been a whirlwind for Moroney, with the release of her EP, fielding tabloid questions about her love life, gearing up for tour, and prepping for her CMT Awards performance. She tries to get massages a few times a month for self-care.
Moroney Wins Female Breakthrough Video of the Year
Megan Moroney won the Female Breakthrough Video of the Year award at the CMT Music Awards for her debut single, “Tennessee Orange.” In her acceptance speech, she thanked CMT, her fans, the video team, the director, and her parents – especially her mother – for driving her to Nashville after her flight got canceled the night before.
She recently made her Grand Ole Opry debut, which was a dream come true for her. Despite not initially dreaming of being on the Opry stage, she now recognizes the value of songwriting and the journey that led her to pursue country music. Moroney is getting ready to release her first full-length album, “Lucky,” on May 5th. The title track reflects her journey in the music industry and gives thanks to all of those who have supported her along the way.
In conclusion, both Megan Moroney and Jelly Roll are talented artists who are making waves in the country music industry. Their musical influences have impacted their career paths and inspired their own individual styles. With nominations for their first CMT Awards under their belts and debut albums on the horizon, these two artists are definitely ones to watch in the coming months.
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