Ep 13. Alicia Keys and Maren Morris
- December 2, 2016
Alicia Keys, one of the most popular R&B and soul singers in the world and Maren Morris, the renowned country star team up for a unique musical event featuring their biggest hits. In this episode of CMT Crossroads Season 8, episode 13 Alicia and Maren showcase their versatility and passion for music to create a unique blend of genres that creates an unforgettable listening experience.
From classic tracks like "Fallin" and "If I Ain't Got You" to the more recent hits "Girl on Fire" and "In Common," Alicia Keys offers a set of her much-loved hits with a soulful R&B flavour. Her powerful lyrics combined with outstanding range and vocal control captivates the audience with an aura of soulful exuberance that creates a charged and electric atmosphere for the show.
Maren Morris takes over the stage and seamlessly blends her unconventional approach to country music with Alicia's style of R&B to integrate her unique sound and presentation for a performance like no other. From her breakout hit 'My Church’ to her latest release “The Bones,” she showcases her immense talent and passion for music. Her powerful voice, which has taken the country music industry by storm, brings a new and refreshing sound to the genre.
Throughout the show, Alicia and Maren reveal their mutual respect for the other's music, sharing stories about their music journeys and the significance of their most famous tunes. Both were careful not to let genre get in the way of their connection as they brought their own unique styles to the stage. Remarkably, they perform some of each other's hits in their own styles, elevating the power of their music.
The stage is transformed into a space filled with jubilation and spontaneity. Each artist plays and sings backup for one another as they create a new musical experience that coalesces their individual styles. As their music blends effortlessly into a harmonious mix of R&B and country music, the crowd reacts with continuous applause and cheers, owing to the unique musical journey they embarked on.
Emotions run high in this visually stunning performance as the two artists showcase their extraordinary talent with an array of instruments. From the grand piano to the guitar, their musical collaboration is an experience that cannot be matched.
As the show comes to a close, it is clear that Alicia and Maren's styles heighten each other's musical juxtaposition showing that the uniqueness of their music reaches beyond expectation beyond genre and beyond fandom. The power and eloquence of their talents bring a unique and unforgettable musical experience to its listeners -- a timeless moment worth revisiting for years to come.
This episode of CMT Crossroads Season 8 episode 13 with Alicia Keys and Maren Morris touches the soul and fills with positive energy to leave audiences with an exceptional musical experience. The two absolute powerhouses leave their mark and remind us just how magical music can be. Whether fans of country or R&B music, they'll leave with a newfound appreciation for the music.
