Although some of the listed breakout artists already took home a number of accolades this year, they are expected to surprise fans with big projects in 2022.
- December 27, 2021
AceShowbiz - Also competing in the category of Best New Artist in the 2022 Grammy Awards is Jimmie Allen. Although he did not technically release a new project this year, he has earned several accolades. The "Make Me Want To" hitmaker won New Male Artist of the Year at the Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards and New Artist of the Year at the Country Music Association (CMA) Awards.
The country singer/songwriter himself is the first black musician to have his debut single sit at the first position on Billboard Country Airplay following the release of his single "Best Shot" in 2018. The chart-topping single, along with its follow-up "Make Me Want To", has been certified platinum for selling over a million units.
