The Grammy-winning rock band Paramore slammed Tennessee’s Republican-led House of Representatives and accused lawmakers of “blatant racism.”
The band’s objection stems from the fact that a resolution honoring singer-songwriter Allison Russell‘s recent Grammy win was blocked, while a similar measure for Paramore’s win was allowed to pass.
In an Instagram Story posted on Friday, Paramore announced that they would not accept any acknowledgment or honor from the Tennessee House until Russell is given equal recognition. Lead vocalist Hayley Williams publicly condemned the “blatant racism of our state leadership” and described it as “embarrassing and cruel” in a statement.
Williams explained that state Rep. Justin Jones (D) introduced resolutions to honor Paramore and Russell for their Grammy wins.
However, House Republicans only allowed the resolution to acknowledge Paramore’s win to pass and blocked Russell’s resolution. Russell, a talented musician and songwriter with strong ties to the Folk/Americana scenes,...
The band’s objection stems from the fact that a resolution honoring singer-songwriter Allison Russell‘s recent Grammy win was blocked, while a similar measure for Paramore’s win was allowed to pass.
In an Instagram Story posted on Friday, Paramore announced that they would not accept any acknowledgment or honor from the Tennessee House until Russell is given equal recognition. Lead vocalist Hayley Williams publicly condemned the “blatant racism of our state leadership” and described it as “embarrassing and cruel” in a statement.
Williams explained that state Rep. Justin Jones (D) introduced resolutions to honor Paramore and Russell for their Grammy wins.
However, House Republicans only allowed the resolution to acknowledge Paramore’s win to pass and blocked Russell’s resolution. Russell, a talented musician and songwriter with strong ties to the Folk/Americana scenes,...
- 2/24/2024
- by Baila Eve Zisman
- Uinterview
Paramore has announced that they “will not accept any acknowledgement or honor from the Tn House” for its Grammy wins after a lawmaker objected to similar honors for singer/songwriter Allison Russell.
The group accuse Tennessee’s Republican-led House of Representatives of “blatant racism” after a lawmaker paused a resolution honoring Black singer-songwriter Russell’s recent Grammy win.
The House Republican Caucus Chair who objected to the resolution honoring Russell, Rep. Jeremy Faison (R-Tenn.), claimed “The resolution wasn’t blocked” in a statement.
“When any member has a question about an item on the consent calendar, it is customary to bump it so there can be a vote solely on that item,” he said. “As a member of leadership, I had several members come to me with questions about the individual, which made it appropriate for us to press pause on that particular resolution.”
Paramore won two Grammys at the 2024 awards ceremony earlier this month.
The group accuse Tennessee’s Republican-led House of Representatives of “blatant racism” after a lawmaker paused a resolution honoring Black singer-songwriter Russell’s recent Grammy win.
The House Republican Caucus Chair who objected to the resolution honoring Russell, Rep. Jeremy Faison (R-Tenn.), claimed “The resolution wasn’t blocked” in a statement.
“When any member has a question about an item on the consent calendar, it is customary to bump it so there can be a vote solely on that item,” he said. “As a member of leadership, I had several members come to me with questions about the individual, which made it appropriate for us to press pause on that particular resolution.”
Paramore won two Grammys at the 2024 awards ceremony earlier this month.
- 2/17/2024
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Following Paramore’s first two Grammy wins, Tennessee Democrat State Representative Justin Jones proposed a resolution to honor the Hayley Williams-fronted group alongside first-time Grammy winner Allison Russell.
However, while the state’s House of Representatives unanimously approved the Paramore resolution, House Republican Caucus Chair Jeremy Faison objected to the Russell resolution and kicked it back to committee.
In a post on X (formerly known as Twitter) earlier this week, Jones blamed the GOP members of the chamber for blocking the Russell resolution and praised the artist, who he wrote, “has worked tirelessly to foster an inclusive Nashville through her music and continues to make Black History here in Tennessee.”
In a repost, Russell thanked Jones and Tennessee State Rep. Gloria Johnson for presenting the resolution, calling it a “high honour.”
“That the Tn GOP blocked it, I take as a compliment,” Russell added. “Their bigotry, sadly, is on relentless display.
However, while the state’s House of Representatives unanimously approved the Paramore resolution, House Republican Caucus Chair Jeremy Faison objected to the Russell resolution and kicked it back to committee.
In a post on X (formerly known as Twitter) earlier this week, Jones blamed the GOP members of the chamber for blocking the Russell resolution and praised the artist, who he wrote, “has worked tirelessly to foster an inclusive Nashville through her music and continues to make Black History here in Tennessee.”
In a repost, Russell thanked Jones and Tennessee State Rep. Gloria Johnson for presenting the resolution, calling it a “high honour.”
“That the Tn GOP blocked it, I take as a compliment,” Russell added. “Their bigotry, sadly, is on relentless display.
- 2/16/2024
- by Tatiana Tenreyro
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Paramore singer Hayley Williams has called out the transparent display of racism shown by the Tennessee House of Representatives in blocking a resolution honoring fellow Grammy winner Allison Russell while allowing a similar resolution honoring her band to proceed.
In a statement to The Tennessean, Williams blasted the “blatant racism of our state leadership” while commenting on Republican Caucus Chair Jeremy Faison’s objection.
“For those that don’t know, Allison Russell is an incredibly talented musician and songwriter. Her music spans genres with strong ties to the Folk/Americana scene,” Williams said. “You might have seen her on the Grammy stage performing with the great Joni Mitchell. Oh, she is also Black. She’s a brilliant Black woman.”
Williams continued, “The blatant racism of our state leadership is embarrassing and cruel. Myself, as well as Paramore, will continue to encourage young people to show up to vote with equality in mind.
In a statement to The Tennessean, Williams blasted the “blatant racism of our state leadership” while commenting on Republican Caucus Chair Jeremy Faison’s objection.
“For those that don’t know, Allison Russell is an incredibly talented musician and songwriter. Her music spans genres with strong ties to the Folk/Americana scene,” Williams said. “You might have seen her on the Grammy stage performing with the great Joni Mitchell. Oh, she is also Black. She’s a brilliant Black woman.”
Williams continued, “The blatant racism of our state leadership is embarrassing and cruel. Myself, as well as Paramore, will continue to encourage young people to show up to vote with equality in mind.
- 2/16/2024
- by Eddie Fu
- Consequence - Music
Paramore have declined a Tennessee resolution honoring the band for their recent Grammy win after the state’s House of Representatives rejected a similar resolution celebrating Allison Russell.
Earlier this week, Democratic Rep. Justin Jones introduced the two resolutions to honor the Volunteer State’s Grammy winners. While Paramore’s resolution passed through the House unencumbered, the one honoring Russell was blocked by House Republican Caucus Chair Jeremy Faison, who sent the resolution back to the committee.
Tonight my Republican colleagues blocked a resolution honoring Black American Roots artist Allison...
Earlier this week, Democratic Rep. Justin Jones introduced the two resolutions to honor the Volunteer State’s Grammy winners. While Paramore’s resolution passed through the House unencumbered, the one honoring Russell was blocked by House Republican Caucus Chair Jeremy Faison, who sent the resolution back to the committee.
Tonight my Republican colleagues blocked a resolution honoring Black American Roots artist Allison...
- 2/16/2024
- by Daniel Kreps
- Rollingstone.com
Tennessee Rep. Justin Jones (D-Nashville) sought to honor a pair of Nashville-based musical acts for their Grammy wins on Monday (February 12th) with ceremonial resolutions, but only Black singer-songwriter Allison Russell received an objection from a House Republican.
Jones brought forward two resolutions to honor Russell (Best American Roots Performance) and the band Paramore (Best Rock Album and Best Alternative Music Performance). In a procedural move, House Republican Caucus Chair Jeremy Faison (R-Cosby) objected to the Russell resolution.
According to The Tennessean, Faison’s objection meant that the resolution was sent back to committee, “where objected consent items often die.” According to House rules, no debate was required for the move, meaning that Faison was not forced to express his opposition to honoring the folk musician.
While the newspaper pointed out Russell has been a vocal critic of Tennessee Republicans for their anti-lgbtq+ community legislation, so has Paramore vocalist Hayley Williams.
Jones brought forward two resolutions to honor Russell (Best American Roots Performance) and the band Paramore (Best Rock Album and Best Alternative Music Performance). In a procedural move, House Republican Caucus Chair Jeremy Faison (R-Cosby) objected to the Russell resolution.
According to The Tennessean, Faison’s objection meant that the resolution was sent back to committee, “where objected consent items often die.” According to House rules, no debate was required for the move, meaning that Faison was not forced to express his opposition to honoring the folk musician.
While the newspaper pointed out Russell has been a vocal critic of Tennessee Republicans for their anti-lgbtq+ community legislation, so has Paramore vocalist Hayley Williams.
- 2/13/2024
- by Eddie Fu
- Consequence - Music
IMDb.com, Inc. takes no responsibility for the content or accuracy of the above news articles, Tweets, or blog posts. This content is published for the entertainment of our users only. The news articles, Tweets, and blog posts do not represent IMDb's opinions nor can we guarantee that the reporting therein is completely factual. Please visit the source responsible for the item in question to report any concerns you may have regarding content or accuracy.