Brandy ClarkandBrandi Carlileteamed up to honor Americana music.
The singer-songwriters were among the stacked lineup in September at the Americana Music Association’s 22nd annual Americana Honors, which celebrates roots music and both beloved purveyors and rising stars within the genre. Ahead of the release of a televised version of the event, presented as a special installment ofAustin City Limitson Saturday at 8 p.m. on PBS, PEOPLE is exclusively premiering the two stars' joint performance.
Brandy Clark and Brandi Carlile at the 22nd annual Americana Honors on Sept. 20, 2023 in Nashville.Erika Goldring/Getty
Erika Goldring/Getty
After the string duo and pianist set up the somber, reflective tone of the track, the “Right on Time” singer crooned the first verse. The “Who You Thought I Was” artist then chimed in on the second, and they harmonized on the chorus — looking at each other as they relayed the introspective lyrics about learning to love one’s imperfections.
It felt as if the folk artists’ performance was full of warmth, as they sang with confidence to each other and out to the audience of the universal experience of feeling self-doubt at times.
“Maybe you could try a little kindness / Instead of hurtin' me / Why you hurtin' me, insecurity?” the hitmakers repeat throughout.
The release of Clark and Carlile’s “Dear Insecurity” performance at the Americana Music Association event and awards ceremony comes shortly after the song received twoGrammy nominations. The track received nods in the best Americana performance and best American roots song categories, while the album it appears on,Brandy Clark, is up for best Americana album.
Brandi Carlile and Brandy Clark at The Americana Music Association 22nd Annual Honors & Awards Show.Tammie Arroyo/Variety via Getty
Tammie Arroyo/Variety via Getty
The member ofThe Highwomenproduced her friend and collaborator’s fourth studio album, which dropped in May of this year, but only sings on “Dear Insecurity.” It’s not the first time they’ve sung together, though: In 2020, the two joined forces on “Same Devil” off the country music star’s projectYour Life Is a Record.
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Stars likeKacey MusgravesandLyle Lovettare also set to make an appearance.
The full, pre-recorded special airs on Saturday at 8 p.m. ET on PBS and will become available to stream on pbs.org/austincitylimit on Sunday.
source: people.com
