paul-cauthen

Did You Know

• • Cauthen's booming bass-baritone earned him the nickname "Big Velvet."
• • He fronted the indie-rock band Sons of Fathers before his solo country career.
• • Cauthen's upbringing in Tyler, Texas, steeped him in gospel and Southern music.
• • His song "Country as Fuck" became a viral sensation, launching him into the mainstream.
• • Cauthen collaborated with Orville Peck on the haunting duet "Cowboy."
• • He boldly blends outlaw country with soul, R&B, and psychedelic elements.
• • Cauthen's album "Room 41" was recorded in a haunted hotel room in Waco.
• • He cites both George Jones and Van Morrison as major musical influences.
• • Cauthen's raw, honest lyrics resonate with fans seeking authentic country music.
• • He won the Ameripolitan Music Award for Outlaw Male in 2017.

Connected Places

Tyler, TX