Maren Morris

Maren Morris, a Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter, is recognized for her unique blend of country music with pop and R&B elements. She has received numerous awards, including an American Music Award, five Country Music Association Awards, and five Academy of Country Music Awards. Her debut album "Hero" was released in 2016, featuring the breakout single "My Church." Later, in 2018, she collaborated with Grey and Zedd on the pop hit "The Middle." Her second album, "Girl," released in 2019, featured number one singles "Girl" and "The Bones." Morris's third studio album, "Humble Quest," was released in 2022 and set a Guinness World Record for most first-day and first-week streams for a country album by a female artist on Amazon Music.

Morris's career has also included significant appearances and collaborations. She appeared at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival and was a member of the musical group The Highwomen. Forbes' 30 Under 30 list included Morris in 2018, and Out Magazine recognized her as one of the most impactful and influential LGBTQ+ artists of 2024. Her vocal versatility and sophisticated technique have been widely praised. In 2017, she founded the Heroes Fund to support music education in public schools, demonstrating her commitment to the arts and education. She has been a vocal advocate for gender and racial equality within the country music industry.

In addition to her music career, Morris has made notable contributions to the film industry. She contributed two songs to the DreamWorks animated film "The Wild Robot" and received nominations at the Golden Globe Awards, Critics Choice Awards, and Satellite Awards for her song "Kiss the Sky" from the same film. Her fourth studio album "Dreamsicle" released in May 2025.