Who Is Kimberly Perry? The Perry Band Breakthrough

May 2024 · 5 minute read

Kimberly Perry is a popular country singer and musician who is a member of the band ‘The Band Perry.’ Her band, which she founded with her brothers Neil and Reid, has grown quite successful in the past. 

Not only does she have good vocals and beautiful pitch,  but she also plays guitar for the band. The band has become a fan favorite since the release of their debut album on October 10, 2010.

Early Life

Kimberly Perry was born in the United States on July 12, 1983, in Jackson, Mississippi. Marie Perry being the eldest child of Marie and Charles Stephen Perry, had so many responsibilities such as taking care of her brothers.

Dr. Charles Stephen Perry, her father, is a pediatrician at Greene County Hospital. His responsibilities include caring for newborns, babies, children, and adolescents as a part of his profession.

Since she was a youngster, she has been a highly ambitious and intelligent person. She began by performing at gigs and gradually rose to prominence.

Beatrice, Kimberly’s beloved bunny, died when she was just eight years old. She was heartbroken.  Kimberly Wrote lyrics of her debut song “Bunny Rabbits Are Nice.” 

Sadly, in 2018, the family experienced a tremendous tragedy when Moses, their dog, died of cancer. The Band Perry publicly mourned the loss of their pet puppy on Instagram.

Personal Life of Kimberly Perry

It all began at The Band Perry’s performance at the Florida Strawberry Festival, which brought these pairs closer. J.D. took use of his affiliations as a fan of the singer and band to get access to the backstage area. 

After exchanging phone numbers, the rest of the tale was lovely, but the couple began to have problems after a few years. But before that, they had a lovely beginning.

Since the couple got engaged in 2013, their unusual relationship has enchanted people. We learned at the time that the former Toronto Blue Jays catcher sent a proposal to Kimberly while she was visiting her parents in Tennessee. 

The couple married in the First Presbyterian Church in Greeneville, Tennessee, a year later. Carrie Underwood, Miranda Lambert, and Blake Shelton were among the celebrities that attended the beautiful wedding. 

J.P. professed his love for his leading woman on an Instagram post on her birthday, despite the fact that the two preferred to keep their relationship confidential. Then, Kimberly Perry got a divorce from ex MLB player J.P. Arencibia amid four and a half years of marriage.

The Perry Band – Breakthrough

Kimberly Perry made history in 2005 when she co-founded ‘The Perry Band’ with her brothers, Neil and Reid because there has been no turning back since.

The siblings immediately created a mark in the world of country music, which is fueled by their family bonds and enthusiasm for music. 

As a teenager, Kimberly Perry performed with her own band, having her brothers Neil and Reid serving as roadies. The brothers started performing as the Mobile Music Machines, Kimberly’s supporting act when they were 8 and 10.

 In 2005, they completed a New Faces of Country tour after reuniting as “the Band Perry.”

Her captivating lyrics were perfect for country rock. Their band was honored by the Academy of Country Music in 2010. 

Kimberly Perry also had the opportunity to participate in the Super Bowl XLVIII pre-game show on February 2, 2014. 

Not to mention the two singles from her debut album, ‘If I Die Young’ and ‘All Your Life,’ which were super hit songs at that time and reached the pinnacle of the Billboard top.

Kimberly Perry had a prominent part in the band’s achievement of the CMA Song of the Year award for “If I Die Young” in 2011.

The band has so far published three albums, and fans are undoubtedly looking forward to the next adventure. They performed at the Denver Day of Rock Festival in August 2021, and they also performed in Texas and Albuquerque in September.

Country rock is a subgenre that isn’t very well-liked by the general public. Kimberly Perry deserves credit for popularising it among the general public with her band ‘The Band Perry,’ which actually won Grammy Awards and performed at Super Bowl XLVIII and other events.

Her variety is reflected in her musical abilities: she is a singer, guitarist, and pianist all at the same time, making her a complete treasure of talent and style.

The Band Perry has received several honors for its contributions to the county music industry throughout the years. Their electro-pop approach has won Kim, Reid, and Neil a fanbase with The Band Perry, despite not everyone being thrilled with their recent shift in genre.

Her philanthropic initiatives have also won praise from their fans and admirers. She’s been involved in a number of such activities, and Perry’s band is likewise committed to helping others achieve their social work goals.

The band is also affiliated with Heifer International, a non-profit organisation dedicated to ending global hunger and they have also given their efforts to help with Alzheimer’s research.

Steve Harvey and Family Feud held a celebrity edition on July 24, 2016. The Band Perry sailed through to the Fast Money round with ease. Kimberly Perry scored the highest in the Fast Money segment. All of the money earned by the trio was given to Teen Cancer America.

Kimberly Perry Exchanged Vows in a Secret Marriage

On Sunday, the singer, Kimberly rushed to Instagram to break the momentous news, finally admitting that Costello had married her in June. Unfortunately, for whatever reason, they have just now decided to post this news with their followers.

Kimberly Perry tied a knot with Johnny Costello six months ago, during the summer, and only lately announced the news. Perry celebrated their six-month anniversary celebration with an Instagram photo.

The newlyweds drove from Los Angeles to Las Vegas on June 17 and married at midnight, according to the post.

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