Morgan Wallen's Label CEO Responded to Rumors Around Mississippi Concert

  Morgan Wallen left some fans disgruntled during his Dangerous: The Double Album tour when he abruptly cancelled his show at Vaught Hemingway Stadium on April 23. Now one of those fans has filed a class action lawsuit against Wallen for allegedly scamming them out of money, alleging Wallen scammed them out. Here's what the label CEO responded to all these rumors regarding Mississippi concert: 1. Dangerous: The Double Album was Nominated for CMA Album of the Year Even after facing widespread criticism for his use of the N-word while drunk in public, Morgan Wallen has not made plans to attend next month's Country Music Association Awards (CMAs). If his album Dangerous: The Double Album wins Album of the Year however, Wallen would receive an award in that category. Wallen was quickly dropped from his booking agent after being seen shouting the N-word outside his home in Nashville and quickly suspended by their label, while taking time for self-improvement. However, he returned to the limelight this month with a benefit concert that raised $725,000 for flood victims in Humphreys County, Tennessee, as well as five further concerts scheduled throughout the next few weeks. Furthermore, other tour dates could possibly be announced soon enough. As for his CMA Awards nominations, they include multiple categories that recognize collaborators - in particular Album of the Year which recognizes "artist(s), producers (if applicable) and mix engineers involved with creating the album." Dangerous: The Double Album was released via Big Loud Records and Republic Records in January and Wallen's popularity has skyrocketed ever since its release. The LP debuted at number one on Billboard 200 albums chart and sales increased exponentially - further proof of Wallen being more than just an artist with catchy tunes; his fans have become passionate advocates. If the controversial star wins this year's Album of the Year award, his team may also be considered for other accolades like Song and Single of the Year. Co-writers on his 30-track set include Dave Cohen, Matt Dragstrem, Jacob Durrett, Charlie Handsome (who also served as mix engineer), Joey Moi and other co-writers. Wallen was barred from participating in this year's ACMs following earlier rejections from Academy of Country Music and CMT; both organizations cited videos showing Wallen using offensive language while drunk as justification. 2. Wallen Was Caught Shouting the N-Word on Camera After TMZ published video footage showing Wallen using the N-Word in public, his label and radio stations suspended him immediately. Nashville singer Wallen had been caught yelling this racial slur outside his home after an evening spent socializing. Wallen was caught on a Ring doorbell video from a neighbor's house in Nashville speaking to several friends while using several profanities, according to TMZ. Wallen used the N-word when asking another person to watch someone at his residence. Wallen expressed his regret over his words and apologized to TMZ in an interview, while also being ashamed and sorry about what transpired on video. Wallen was not alone when caught using racist language on video; the Country Music Association decided he will no longer be eligible to perform at its 55th annual CMA Awards event scheduled for April. Many country stars, such as Maren Morris, Mickey Guyton and Kelsea Ballerini have spoken out against Wallen's use of racial slurs such as N-word. According to these voices, using such language does not reflect country music's values and is unacceptable. Since slavery, racist slurs have been used to degrade African Americans in various ways and still continue to do so today. Any time someone speaks or writes this word it should not be spoken nor said by white people, especially. Although his racial slur caused uproar within the country music community, it hasn't had an adverse impact on music sales or streaming numbers. Even after being removed from radio stations, U.S. airplay continued to decrease while streams remained generally steady. Wallen issued a statement to TMZ saying he used the N-word in jest, and hopes the video footage is not used against him. Additionally, he expressed regret over what transpired and apologized profusely to his neighbors for their discomfort over it all. Big Loud Records announced Wednesday it has suspended Wallen's contract after video evidence surfaced of him using racist language at a neighbor's house near Nashville. Multiple country radio stations had already pulled his music from their playlists and the most popular country playlists on Spotify and Apple Music have removed him from those lists. 3. Wallen Was Arrested for Public Intoxication Morgan Wallen has had an arduous relationship with his label since being caught saying racist slurs on video last year. Big Loud Records suspended Wallen after that incident but later reinstated him with Republic Records for touring duties. Though he is known for being somewhat controversial on social media, singer Matt Dunn remains a beloved artist with an ever-expanding fan base that keeps returning for his music. That success propelled two songs of his onto country radio's Hot 100 Singles Chart. Dangerous: The Double Album spent three weeks as the number-one album on Billboard 200 chart and has amassed millions of streams globally. And this week - an unprecedented first for country artists! - he became the first artist ever to place three songs into Billboard's Country Airplay chart simultaneously! Fans are disgruntled over reports that Wallen cancelled his performance at Oxford Mississippi's Vaught-Hemingway Stadium due to drunkenness on Sunday evening, prompting speculation. An anonymous TikTok video shared by one fan showed an alleged security guard implying Wallen wasn't fit to perform; thus sparking more rumor mill speculations. Wallen's management team claims that reports about his arrest for public intoxication are false; on Monday he announced he was postponing three tour stops due to vocal rest, including Oxford. TMZ released video footage showing Wallen shouting expletives including the N-word while on camera, leading his label, Big Loud Records, to immediately suspend and cancel all future shows by him. Republic Records issued a statement saying Wallen's behavior would not be accepted. He's not the first country star to get caught yelling the N-word on social media, nor will he be the last; yet this incident marks a turning point in industry attitudes toward acts that may be considered racist - something which began happening eight months ago as more awareness grew about Black Lives Matter movement in American society. 4. Wallen Postponed Three Tour Stops Due to Vocal Rest After Morgan Wallen abruptly cancelled a Mississippi show this past weekend, his fans are left scratching their heads as to why he won't return. They spent thousands on tickets hoping to see him perform, and are understandably dismayed about this turn of events. One fan went so far as to file a lawsuit against Wallen in order to recover her expenses, alleging he breached his contract by canceling his show without prior warning and without notice. reports indicated that country singer Morgan Wallen had planned on performing at Vaught Hemingway Stadium in Oxford, Mississippi on Saturday night; however, an announcement on a large stage screen informed fans he had lost his voice and could no longer perform on that night. Others took to social media in response to Wallen's announcement, with some people venting their outrage and anger and others appreciating that he took time for himself and recovery. Many shared favorite Wallen songs as well as their thoughts for him during this process. The artist also plans to donate $3 from each ticket sold during his tour dates to his charity, the Morgan Wallen Foundation. This organization assists organizations that support children and families. Singer Josh Groban announced a date change of June 27 for his concert at Grand Rapids' Van Andel Arena after canceling in April due to vocal rest. Wallen addressed his fans on Instagram in a post where he apologized and assured them he was doing everything within his power to make himself healthy again. Additionally, he promised his return as soon as he is fit for performing again. Due to this illness, three shows on his One Night at a Time tour have been postponed and he plans to take some time off music in order to recuperate and recuperate properly. He also announced two rescheduled One Night at a Time world tour performances, in Grand Rapids and Moline, Illinois, through his record label. Should fans be unable to attend their new date they will receive a refund on their original ticket purchase price.