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Miles Caton: From H.E.R. Tour to Oscar Nominee
20 Feb
Summary
- Miles Caton secured a breakout role opposite Michael B. Jordan in 'Sinners'.
- The film 'Sinners' has received a record 16 Oscar nominations.
- Caton prepared for his role by learning blues guitar and a Mississippi accent.
Miles Caton has described the past year as "life-changing" after landing his breakout role in the film 'Sinners.' The movie has achieved a record-breaking 16 Oscar nominations, a feat Caton finds surreal as he navigates award season.
Caton, who previously served as a background vocalist for H.E.R., auditioned for the role of Sammie Moore without prior acting experience. He dedicated two months to intensive preparation, which included mastering a Mississippi accent and learning blues guitar under the guidance of dialect coach Beth McGuire and filmmaker Ryan Coogler.
The film's soundtrack has also garnered significant attention, with the song "I Lied to You" receiving an Oscar nomination for best original song. Caton, who grew up in a musical family, expressed his lifelong dream of receiving a Grammy.
Looking ahead, Caton aims to continue growing as an artist, expressing a desire to join the Marvel Cinematic Universe and release new music, including an EP planned for the summer.
