10/13/2026
IT’S OFFICIAL!
Soul Country Music Star has been named a finalist for the 2026 Origins Impact Awards in the Innovative Project category.
Created by Margo Wade LaDrew, President of Wade & Associates Group, in association with the Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo, Soul Country Music Star is dedicated to discovering, showcasing and elevating emerging Black artists in country music.
This recognition celebrates the artists, partners, supporters and audiences who have helped us create meaningful performance opportunities and expand the visibility of Black voices throughout the country music industry.
We are also proud to congratulate Kirk Jay on being named a finalist in the Country Soul category. After appearing on NBC’s The Voice, Kirk became the inaugural Soul Country Music Star and now serves as the competition’s host. We are proud to see his artistry and continued impact recognized by Origins Music Group.
Soul Country Music Star is honored to be recognized alongside fellow Innovative Project finalists The Cowgays, Healing Harmonies by Emma Grace Glover and Touched By Sun Fest.
Thank you to Origins Music Group for this incredible recognition. We look forward to celebrating at the Origins Impact Awards on Thursday, November 19, at the historic Woolworth Theatre in Nashville.
Voting is now open exclusively to approved Origins Voting Academy members. Visit www.originsmusicgroup.com for voting and membership information.
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