All ears were glued to the screen after ‘My Kind Of Country,’ a global singing competition produced by Reese Witherspoon came out. Spoiler Alert: A South African was crowned winner!
Global (11 April, 2023) — The new singing competition show, My Kind of Country, set out on a musical mission. One that would find hidden and unconventional gems, with the kind of country music talent that would blow anyone’s cowboy hat right off.
The global search sought talent from all over the world whose hearts belong to country rhythms; breaking barriers to do with the music genre and opening doors of opportunity instead.
The picks of the litter would be chosen by scouts Jimmy Allen, Mickey Guton and Orville Peck (all country legends in their own rights) who would then invite the budding artists to Nashville Tennesse; the holy grail for country music.
Beyond the epic experience, the winner would also get a handsome prize from Apple Music.
South Africans of course, were naturally overjoyed to learn that some contestants were locals, and even further thrilled to find that a local voice would take us to the finales.
Spoiler alert: the end of this journey ends very happily for South Africans, and one Capetonian in particular.
Micaela Kleinsmith earned the crown after a series of breathtaking performances (some of which were originals). Of her massive win, the Cape Town-based songbird shared that she didn’t expect it at all.
In sharing her winning moment with Apple Music, she explained that she was caught off guard as she’d been trying to figure out who the winner before any announcements. So, when she heard her own name her mental response was, “What do you mean? Are you sure?”.
Hailing from Cape Town, Micaela began songwriting at just 14-years-old. Using music as her peace from bullying, she used her superpower to make friends and eventually, a career.
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I came across your article titled “South African Crowned Global Singing Champ: My Kind of Country” on Good Things Guy, and I wanted to express my heartfelt congratulations to the South African singer who was crowned the global singing champion.
It is truly inspiring to see talented individuals from South Africa achieving international recognition in the field of music. Winning a global singing competition is a remarkable accomplishment and a testament to the singer’s exceptional talent and dedication.
The article highlights the singer’s passion for country music, which makes their victory even more impressive. It demonstrates that music knows no boundaries and that artists can excel in genres outside their cultural origins.
I appreciate how the article shines a spotlight on the singer’s journey and the hard work that went into achieving this remarkable feat. It serves as a reminder that success in the music industry requires perseverance, skill, and a genuine love for the craft.
Furthermore, I believe this achievement not only brings pride to the singer but also serves as an inspiration for aspiring musicians in South Africa and beyond. It shows that with talent, determination, and a supportive community, dreams can become reality.
Thank you for sharing this wonderful news and celebrating the success of the South African singer. Your article not only showcases the singer’s achievement but also emphasizes the power of music to unite people across cultures and borders.
Wishing the singer continued success in their musical career and looking forward to witnessing more extraordinary accomplishments in the future.
Congratulations to South Africa for this remarkable achievement! It’s truly inspiring to see talent from different corners of the world being recognized on a global platform. As someone not deeply familiar with South African music, I’m curious: How has the country’s rich cultural heritage influenced the winning performance or the genre of music? Would love to hear more insights on this!