Kane Brown is a country music singer and songwriter who rose to fame through social media. Born in 1993 in Chattanooga, Tennessee, to a white mother and a Black father, he grew up listening to R&B but switched to country after winning a talent show in high school with a Chris Young song. He started posting covers of country songs online, gaining a large fan base.
Tennessean Kane Brown has developed a knack for smashing country music’s boundaries. He first began attracting attention in 2013 when he auditioned for The X Factor USA, choosing to leave the show after being asked to join a boy band. He then took his career into his own hands and began uploading covers on Facebook, leading to his own song ‘Don’t Go City On Me’ going viral in 2014.
He released his first EP, Closer, in 2015, and followed it with his debut album, Kane Brown, in 2016. His second album, Experiment, came out in 2018, and became his first number one album on the Billboard 200. He has also collaborated with artists like Khalid, Marshmello, and Lauren Alaina. He is known for his catchy and emotional songs, such as "What Ifs", "Heaven", and "Lose It". He has won several awards, including the American Music Award for Favorite Male Country Artist in 2018 and 2019.
Brown's latest album, "The High Road," was released on January 24, 2025. The album features hit singles like "I Can Feel It," "Miles on It" (featuring Marshmello), and "Backseat Driver." It showcases collaborations with artists such as Khalid, Jelly Roll, and his wife Katelyn Brown, making it his most diverse and dynamic project yet
He is married to Katelyn Brown, and they have been open about their journey together, including their struggles and triumphs. Kane Brown continues to push the boundaries of country music while staying true to his roots and connecting with fans through his heartfelt music and authentic storytelling.
