Williams denounced state GOP representatives for 'blatant racism' after objecting to an honor for Black artist Allison Russell.
Paramore frontwoman Hayley Williams rejected a Tennessee resolution honoring the band's success after House Republicans refused to pass a similar honor for fellow Tennessee musician Allison Russell. In a statement, Williams called out lawmakers for their “blatant racism,' among other criticisms. After Paramore won two Grammys this year for Best Rock Album and Best Alternative Music Performance — marking the first time a woman-led band has ever won Best Rock Album — Tennessee Rep.
” While she was born in Montreal, Russell has made her music career in Nashville and has advocated for LGBTQ+ rights within the state. Williams described the resolutions as having “no legal weight to them' and equated them to a “big high five,' but still congratulated Russell on “using your voice and artistry to band people together, not tear them apart.” “On behalf of Paramore, Happy Black History Month,' Williams finished the statement. The House Republican Caucus Chair Rep.
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