Cassadee Pope Leaves Country Music Amid Controversy

Cassadee Pope is leaving country music and returning to her pop-punk and rock roots after feeling "completely ostracized and shamed for speaking out" against problematic behavior in the genre, including Morgan Wallen's use of a racial slur and Brittany Aldean's transphobic comments. The former "Voice" winner also cited experiencing sexist behavior and receiving death threats for her activism. Pope's decision comes after a successful solo country career and a decade-long dedication to the Nashville music scene.