May 12, 2021

Brandon Stansell: Three Chords and A Lie

47 minutes

On the 24th episode of All Heart with Paul Cardall, the pianist talks with country artist Branson Stansell about his documentary Three Chords & A Lie. Country music says all you need for a good country song is three chords and the truth, well that is, unless you’re hiding the truth from your conservative religious family and friends. Brandon discusses with Paul his heartbreaking journey growing up in a small town in Tennessee and being rejected by those he trusted most because of his sexuality. His journey began as an Opryland child entertainer where he met stars like Faith Hill to growing up and having the first music video on CMT showing a homosexual relationship. Discussed is the song “Hurt People” about generational differences between us and our parents. We get therapy and most of their generation were raised not to talk about it. Brandon is breaking down walls that his mentor and friend Grammy nominated country artist Ty Herndon helped pave the way for. When CMT premiered the video for Brandon’s single HOMETOWN in November 2018, he instantly became what they called,“living history.” The premiere of this video, addressing LGBTQ themes, was a first for the home of Country Music videos. The video then went on to be named one of Rolling Stone’s Top 10 Country Music Videos of 2018.” "Country music may not be known for being inclusive to LGBTQ artists, but rising musician Brandon Stansell is redefining the genre one soulful song at a time, “ says Billboard. His is a bold new voice in the genre, as comfortable making you tap your foot as shed a tear - a singer songwriter with something to say, and a voice to remember.

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