Kane Brown is all over the headlines, and we love to see it.

Brown — who recently was nominated for four CMT Awards, the most for any artist this year — is just the latest artist who is helping to change the face of country music.

Traditionally viewed as a “white” genre, country music is slowly but surely welcoming Black artists into their fold. From the high-profile Mickey Guyton to the rising star Allison Russell, and to proven superstars like Jimmie Allen, Black country artists are redefining what it means to be “all-American.”

And Kane Brown is no different.

Originally getting his start on YouTube, Brown has since collaborated with the likes of John Legend, Marshmello, and Camila Cabello. This has given his brand of country music a unique pop feel while also appealing to the staunchly-devoted “purists” of the genre.

And his star is just getting brighter from here — especially if he takes home all his CMT wins.

Whether you’re familiar with his name or his face — or even a fan of country music in the first place! — we’ve come up with this list of five things to know about Kane Brown. You’ll definitely be seeing more of his face in the near future!

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