Who Is Oliver Anthony? 'Rich Men' Singer Draws Controversy With New Song, Admits He's 'Not a Good Musician'
justjared.comOne of the biggest new names in the music business this week is Oliver Anthony, but don’t expect him to follow a traditional path in the music biz.
The 30-year-old singer-songwriter became a viral sensation in the past week thanks to his song “Rich Men North of Richmond,” which has become an anthem for conservatives.
The song has courted controversy due to lyrics in which he criticizes “the obese milkin’ welfare” and politicians who don’t look out for miners. Oliver took to his Facebook account this week to formally introduce himself to all of his new fans and turn down any speculation that he plans on accepting a record deal. “My legal name is Christopher Anthony Lunsford.
My grandfather was Oliver Anthony, and ‘Oliver Anthony Music’ is a dedication not only to him, but 1930′s Appalachia where he was born and raised.
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