Stephen Wilson Jr. Scores First ACM Win With Wildly Creative “Cuckoo” Video
- All Country News
- May 7
- 2 min read
Stephen Wilson Jr. is officially an ACM Award winner, and the rising star got the surprise of a lifetime while on the road.
The Academy of Country Music announced that Wilson Jr. has taken home his very first ACM Award, winning Visual Media of the Year for his unforgettable official music video for “Cuckoo.” The cinematic clip was co-directed by Wilson Jr. alongside his longtime creative collaborator Tim Cofield, marking a massive milestone for the genre-bending artist.
The surprise moment happened Wednesday, May 6, during WXPN’s NON-COMMvention, when ACM Head of Artist Relations Haley Montgomery shocked Wilson Jr. with the big news in front of a packed crowd.
Fans of Wilson Jr. know “Cuckoo” is far from your average country music video. Equal parts haunting, artistic, and beautifully chaotic, the visual perfectly captures the Kentucky native’s gritty storytelling style and fearless creativity. Since its release, the video has quickly become a fan favorite, praised for its bold imagery and emotional depth.
The ACM win adds another huge chapter to what has already been a breakout run for Wilson Jr., whose raw songwriting and genre-blurring sound continue to turn heads across the music world. From packed live shows to critical acclaim, the “Year to Be Young 1994” singer has been steadily carving out his own lane, and this latest honor proves the industry is paying attention.
For an artist who has never been afraid to color outside the lines, taking home Visual Media of the Year for “Cuckoo” feels especially fitting.
And judging by the momentum Stephen Wilson Jr. has right now, this probably won’t be the last trophy heading his way.
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