EQUAL ACCESS

“BIPOC artists made up less than 4% of the commercial country music industry from 2000 to 2020, inclusive of radio play, record deals, singles on the country charts, and CMA + ACM award nominations.” -Dr. Jada E. Watson, “Redlining in Country Music” - SongData.ca

In an effort to address these inequities, mtheory and CMT together launched “Equal Access” - an artist and management training initiative designed to foster and support all marginalized communities that are underrepresented in the country music genre. 

CMT NEXT WOMEN OF COUNTRY

CMT first launched its “Next Women of Country” campaign in 2013 as a substantial, meaningful effort to support and expose developing female talent, both signed and unsigned, in a male-dominated format. The initiative has grown significantly since its inception, showcasing emerging female artists across all CMT screens, including CMT and CMT Music, various digital series, and six tours anchored by superstar acts. This year's 2022 class includes Amythyst Kiah, Callista Clark, Camille Parker, Jenna Paulette, Julia Cole, Laci Kaye Booth, Lily Rose, Madeline Edwards, Miko Marks and Morgan Wade.

CMT GIANTS: CHARLEY PRIDE

The Change Agent·cy and Nashville Music Equality hosted a VIP crowd of music industry and community leaders at the National Museum of African American Music to screen CMT’s upcoming special, CMT GIANTS: Charley Pride. The film was introduced by Charley’s son, Dion, who also performs as part of the special. 

CMT GIANTS: Charley Pride airs Wednesday, August 25 at 8 pm CT. Press release available here.