Country music hit "Try That in a Small Town" sparked controversy and accusations of racism, leading to a new podcast to shed light on small American towns. The songwriters aim to use their talents to support these communities and their values.
Key Points
The songwriters were inspired by news footage of violent assaults in major American cities
The song's music video faced backlash for featuring the Maury County Courthouse, which had a history of a lynching incident
The podcast aims to shift focus back to the values and people praised in the song
Pros
The songwriters aim to shed light on small American towns
The podcast hopes to support local municipalities, rural areas, and veterans
Cons
The song faced accusations of racism
Media coverage led to controversy and heated debate