GLENDALE, Ariz. (2025-07-21) — Country music star Morgan Wallen dropped a suggestive comment about “side chicks” at a concert in Glendale, Arizona, this weekend, seemingly referencing a viral kiss cam moment involving two tech executives.
Tech CEO Resigns Amidst Public Scandal
Wallen’s latest viral moment follows a series of controversies, including a 2021 incident where he used a racial slur, leading to his music being dropped by radio stations. He was also uninvited from Saturday Night Live in 2020 for breaking COVID-19 safety protocols.
“God’s Country” Comment
“Anybody in here with their side chick or whatever, I think you’re safe here,” Wallen announced to the crowd. This remark appears to be a nod to the much-publicized kiss cam incident involving Andy Byron, former CEO of Astronomer, and HR head Kristin Cabot, who were captured on a Jumbotron during a Coldplay concert.
Wallen has previously posted about wanting to get to “God’s country” via a private plane after leaving the *SNL* stage abruptly. The exact location remains unclear, but it seems to represent a personal sanctuary for the singer.
Byron’s Abrupt Departure
Byron has now resigned from Astronomer, the company he led until late last week. The company’s board of directors accepted his resignation, stating, “Our leaders are expected to set the standard in both conduct and accountability, and recently, that standard was not met.” Cofounder Pete Dejy will continue as interim CEO.
Coldplay’s Onstage Observation
The kiss cam incident occurred during a Coldplay concert earlier this week. When Byron and Cabot, who are reportedly married to other people, realized they were on the Jumbotron while in a close embrace, they quickly tried to look away. Coldplay singer Chris Martin quipped, “Whoa, look at these two. Either they’re having an affair or they’re just very shy.”
####### Staff Reaction
Sources indicate that Astronomer staffers are finding humor in the situation. One former employee told a publication that staff are “laughing their ass off and enjoying the hell out of what happened and him getting exposed,” describing the former CEO as “toxic.” Another former employee, Zachary Hensley, acknowledged seeing and sharing memes related to the event but refrained from commenting on the individuals involved. Interim CEO Pete Dejy reportedly “liked” a post about the scandal.
- Country singer Morgan Wallen made a public remark referencing “side chicks” during a recent concert in Glendale, Arizona.
- The comment appears to be a reaction to a viral kiss cam moment involving tech executives Andy Byron and Kristin Cabot during a Coldplay concert.
- Andy Byron has resigned as CEO of Astronomer following the public exposure of his apparent affair with HR head Kristin Cabot.
- The company confirmed Byron’s resignation on Saturday, stating that leadership standards were not met.
- Staffers at Astronomer reportedly find the situation humorous, with one former employee describing Byron as a “toxic” boss.
