What to Expect in Country Music in 2021

After a tumultuous 2020, country music fans are ready for a fresh start in 2021. Here are a few things we can expect to see in the genre this year.

The State of Country Music in 2020

The COVID-19 Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the country music industry. The pandemic has led to the cancellation of numerous country music festivals and concerts, as well as the postponement of several tours. This has resulted in a significant loss of revenue for the industry.

In addition, the pandemic has forced many country music artists to postpone or cancel their album releases. This has resulted in a number of highly anticipated albums being delayed until 2021.

Despite the challenges that the pandemic has posed for the industry, there have been some positive developments in country music in 2020. For example, several high-profile country music stars have released successful albums, including Luke Combs, Miranda Lambert, and Maren Morris. In addition, the traditional country music radio format has experienced a resurgence in popularity in recent months.

Looking to 2021, it is likely that the country music industry will continue to be impacted by the pandemic. However, there is also reason to believe that the industry will begin to recover as vaccines are distributed and more people are able to return to live events.

The Black Lives Matter Movement

The Black Lives Matter movement has been a powerful force in 2020, and it’s expected to continue to influence country music in 2021. Artists like Lizzo, Lil Nas X, and Brandy Clark have already begun to address social issues in their music, and more artists are likely to follow suit. Expect to see more songs about racism, inequality, and social justice in the coming year.

Country Music in 2021

After a year of ups and downs, country music is ready for a fresh start in 2021. The genre is evolving, with new sounds and styles emerging. At the same time, traditional country music is enjoying a resurgence in popularity. Here’s a look at what to expect in country music in 2021.

The Grammys

The Grammys are always a big deal in the music industry, and 2021 is no different. This year’s show will be hosted by Trevor Noah, and there are sure to be some amazing performances. As far as country music is concerned, there are a few artists who are up for awards.

Maren Morris is nominated for four awards, including Best Country Solo Performance for “The Bones” and Best Country Song for “My Church.” Morris is also nominated for Best Country Duo/Group Performance along with Ryan Hurd for their duet “Chasing After You,” and Best Country Album for GIRL.

Eilish O’Connell is also nominated for four Grammys, including Best New Artist. O’Connell burst onto the scene in 2020 with her hit song “Crazy World,” and she has continued to impress with her unique sound. She is also nominated for Best Country Solo Performance for “Crazy World,” Best Country Duo/Group Performance for her duet with Chris Stapleton on “You Should Probably Leave,” and Best Country Album for Wild World.

Other country artists who are up for awards include Luke Combs, Miranda Lambert, Little Big Town, Ashley McBryde, Old Dominion, Pistol Annies, Ingrid Andress, Gabby Barrett, Caylee Hammack, among others. It should be a great night for country music at the 2021 Grammys!

The ACMs

The Academy of Country Music Awards (ACM) is an annual awards show created to celebrate the achievements of country music artists. The show was first held in 1966, and it has been held every year since. The show is typically held in Las Vegas, but due to the coronavirus pandemic, the 2021 ACM Awards will be held in Nashville.

The ACMs are one of country music’s biggest nights, and this year’s show is sure to be a can’t-miss event. Some of the biggest names in country music are set to perform, including Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, and Keith Urban. In addition, many of country music’s biggest stars are nominated for awards, including Miranda Lambert and Maren Morris.

So if you’re a fan of country music, make sure to tune into the 2021 ACM Awards on April 18th. It’s sure to be a night to remember!

New Albums

We can expect new albums from a number of country music superstars in 2021. Among them are Florida Georgia Line, who are working on their fifth studio album, and Thomas Rhett, who is working on his fourth. Other artists with new albums in the works include Maren Morris, Little Big Town, Kane Brown, and Chris Stapleton. We can also expect new music from upcoming artists like Ingrid Andress, Gabby Barrett, Jameson Rodgers, and more.