Country Music Feud Explodes at Oklahoma Festival
Country music fans were treated to more than just melodies at the recent Born & Raised Festival in Pryor, Oklahoma. A simmering feud between Zach Bryan and Gavin Adcock boiled over, resulting in a tense confrontation that nearly turned physical. Videos circulating online show Bryan confronting Adcock, escalating what was previously a war of words into a real-life showdown.
Fence Scaling and Heated Words
The drama unfolded backstage, with Bryan seemingly taking the initiative to confront Adcock. One video shows Bryan scaling a barbed-wire fence, apparently intent on reaching Adcock. Another video captured Bryan yelling at Adcock from behind a chain-link fence. Adcock, in turn, goaded Bryan, suggesting the encounter occurred before his scheduled performance. Security intervened to prevent the situation from escalating further.
According to Adcock, Bryan had been at the festival all day with security, but waited until just before his set to confront him. Adcock claims Bryan was trying to create a “badass” narrative by jumping the fence.
Roots of the Riff
The bad blood between Bryan and Adcock dates back to July, when Adcock criticized Bryan's response to a teenage fan who expressed disappointment at not getting an autograph. Adcock accused Bryan of not being genuine, further fueling the animosity. This incident ignited a public back-and-forth, setting the stage for their festival confrontation. Adding fuel to the fire, Adcock has also engaged in a feud with Charley Crockett, further solidifying his image as a controversial figure in the country music scene.
- July: Adcock criticizes Bryan's treatment of a fan.
- Weekend: Bryan confronts Adcock at the Born & Raised Festival.
- Adcock accuses Bryan of creating a false narrative.
Representatives for both Bryan and Adcock have yet to release official statements regarding the incident. The country music world is now watching closely to see how this feud will develop.