The harmonizing familial duo, the Kentucky Gentlemen, have been nearly inseparable since birth. Hailing from a small town in Kentucky, twins Brandon and Derek Campbell have spent much of their lives being boxed in by in-accurate assumptions and stereotypes. After moving to Nashville, the brothers were forced to face two of their biggest obstacles: being black and gay in a historically cut-throat and exclusive scene. But through their perseverance and with the support of their community, the brothers learned to embrace what set them apart from other artists. After working tirelessly for nearly a decade, the Kentucky Gentlemen now have a sound all their own.

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Each episode of Artist To Watch from WXPN takes you on a deep and personal dive into the real-life struggles of emerging performers and offers up new talent for you to discover before the rest of the world does. The debut season delves into the lives and music of up-and-coming musicians who found support, community, and inspiration through the Black Opry Residency.  These include:

Songwriter and performer Tylar Bryant, a Texas native now based in Nashville who marries modern and traditional country music with rock and pop grooves 

Samantha Rise, a Philadelphia-based teacher, activist, and performer whose inclusive music evoking their myriad experiences is rooted in indie folk

Grace Givertz, a Boston-based folk artist and multi-instrumentalist whose witty and honest lyrics bring a refreshing energy and sound to folk music

Nashville-based twin brothers Brandon and Derek Campbell, who harmonize, write and perform as The Kentucky Gentlemen, creating a captivating blend of mainstream country influenced by 90s R&B

Soulful singer-songwriter Denitia, a Nashville-based singer-songwriter whose poetic lyrics and retrospective music exhibits elements of country and folk 

Curated by WXPN, the ARTIST TO WATCH podcast shines a spotlight on up-and-coming musical artists and helps you discover your next favorite jam.