Will Hoge Fosters Inclusivity and Community with “Can I Be Country Too?”

Lorie Liebig

August 14, 2023

American Songwriter

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Nashville singer/songwriter Will Hoge is cultivating a community of inclusion and collaboration with his new song “Can I Be Country Too?” Released today (August 14), the inspiring anthem is driven by a choir of multi-genre talents, including The Kentucky Gentlemen, Michael Allen, Cheryl Deseree, Carmen Dianne, and The Country Any Way Collective.

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Black and white photo Country artist Will Hoge recording artist and founder of Black Opry Holly G sit behind producer desk in recording studio

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