At the 2025 American Music Awards, a moment unfolded as Megan Moroney unexpectedly stated that the Carter Family 'basically invented' country music, leading to a surprised side-eye from her co-presenter Shaboozey. During their presentation of the Country Duo or Group award, Moroney recognized the historical significance of the Carter Family while somewhat overlooking the contributions of African-American musicians who greatly influenced their sound. The incident highlighted the complexities of country music's origins and the overshadowed contributions of black artists in its history.
Shaboozey was visibly surprised by Megan Moroney's bold claim that the Carter Family 'basically invented' country music, highlighting a notable moment during the AMA 2025.
While the Carter Family is honored as 'The First Family of Country Music,' it's important to recognize their significant influences by lesser-known African-American musicians.
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