FOR YOUR GRAMMY® CONSIDERATIONBEST
For Your GRAMMY® Consideration
Category: Best Americana Performance
Artist: Kristofer Lee Bentley & The Protectors
Song: “America (Let Freedom Sing)”
In a year defined by heartfelt storytelling and the resurgence of authentic American songwriting, Kristofer Lee Bentley & The Protectors deliver a track that feels timeless yet urgent — “America (Let Freedom Sing).”
Hailing from the hills of Eastern Kentucky, Bentley infuses every note with honesty, grit, and hope. He weaves together threads of rock, folk, and classic Americana to paint a portrait of the country’s heart — its promise, its pain, and its people. With his soulful voice front and center, Bentley calls us to unity while celebrating the enduring spirit of a nation that still believes in freedom, resilience, and redemption.
Recorded with his band, The Protectors, the performance captures the magic of live musicianship: stirring harmonies, honest instrumentation, and the raw emotion that defines the Americana tradition. “America (Let Freedom Sing)” isn’t just a song — it’s a moment of reflection, a rally cry, and a reminder of what binds us together.
Bentley, known as one-half of the beloved Kentucky duo Sundy Best, returns here with renewed purpose and conviction. His solo work — including his recent project The Protectors I & II — showcases a matured songwriter at the height of his craft, balancing intimacy with anthemic power.
As Americana continues to evolve, it’s artists like Kristofer Lee Bentley who keep the genre rooted in truth. “America (Let Freedom Sing)” stands proudly in that lineage — a moving, masterful performance worthy of consideration.
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📍 For Your Consideration: Best Americana Performance – “America (Let Freedom Sing)” by Kristofer Lee Bentley & The Protectors.
