Ozark native nominated for Grammy Awards – This moment is bigger than awards

At music’s biggest night, we had an Ozark native nominated for 4 Grammys. Jesse Wells was in the running for categories like Best Folk Album and Best Americana Album. We spoke with friends and family at a watch party for him today who say Proud doesn’t even begin to cover it.

Yes. Friends and family gathered in Rogers on Sunday, all eyes on the Grammy stage and all hearts with Ozark native Jesse Wells. For his mom Kat Nichol, the moment is hard to put into words.

Of course I was very proud anyway because he’s just an amazing human being and then he’s got this amazing drive.

She says Jesse always had a path and as an underdog, he’s finally being recognized for his talents.

I knew that whatever he did, it was going to be great because that’s the way he’s wired.

Now with a massive online following and 4 Grammy nominations, Jesse Wells. She says the recognition hasn’t changed what matters most to him.

He’s just a very compassionate person, so whether it’s on the playground or here now on the world stage, he’s always thinking about other people.

I’m thrilled to be here, stoked to be here this afternoon.

Jessie was also a presenter for Sunday afternoon’s award show announcing categories like Best Rock Album and Best Alternative Music Album.

All right gang, let’s keep it rolling. Here’s the next categories.

Every now and then you have one of those opportunities where you see a student and you’re like, this one’s got a lot of potential. Jesse’s middle school band director Mike Mankins knew he could do this.

Jesse was one of those students that was very determined. And a lot of a lot of strong will drove that determination and says this should serve as an inspiration to any small town kid with a dream. I’m so proud.I’m so thankful that I had the chance to share my music and my passion with you.

Jesse didn’t take home a Grammy Award on Sunday, but those closest to him say this moment is bigger than awards. He’s going to be right back to what he loves to do, which is play to people.