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- John Denver. Hitting his streak during the war-torn 1970s, John Denver kept things peppy and pleasant, walking the family-friendly line between country, soft folk and easy listening.
- Carrie Underwood. American Idol‘s fourth-season winner was a shoo-in from the start, with noted grump Simon Cowell proclaiming her the guaranteed victor early on – but even he probably never realized how far she’d take her talent.
- Keith Urban. Australia’s biggest country-music export since Slim Dusty, Keith Urban became one of the genre’s most celebrated guitar heroes during the early 21st century, championing a crossover-friendly playing style rooted not in the chicken-pickin’ flash of many country instrumentalists, but the tone and nuance of rock & rollers like Mark Knopfler.
- Brad Paisley. Brad Paisley stands out as the poster boy for the genre’s time-honored traditions. One of the biggest stars of the 21st century, the West Virginian has had 19 singles top the country charts, many of which, like “I’m Gonna Miss Her (The Fishin’ Song)” and “She’s Everything,” instantly resonated with fans.
- George Strait. 583 votes. With 60 number one hits under his belt, George Strait is rightfully known as the "King of Country." Strait's music seamlessly blends traditional country sounds with a contemporary pop sensibility, marrying fiddles and steel guitars with infectious melodies and relatable lyrics.
- Alan Jackson. 536 votes. Alan Jackson's impressive career in Country Pop music showcases his ability to embody the authenticity and storytelling prowess of country music while infusing it with modern pop elements.
- Johnny Cash. 704 votes. Johnny Cash, often referred to as "The Man in Black," was a musical force who transcended genre boundaries, leaving an indelible mark on Country Pop.
- Garth Brooks. 777 votes. Often credited for single-handedly bringing Country Pop music to the masses in the 1990s, Garth Brooks has made an indelible impact on the genre.
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Country-Pop Artist Highlights. Dolly Parton. George Jones. Kenny Rogers. Taylor Swift. Charley Pride. Kacey Musgraves. Miranda Lambert. Tammy Wynette. Don Williams. Ashley Monroe. Eddie Rabbitt. Glen Campbell. Porter Wagoner. Conway Twitty. Barbara Mandrell. Ronnie Milsap. The Statler Brothers. Maren Morris. Ray Price. Marty Robbins. Don Gibson.
Sep 3, 2023 · Jackie Keith Whitley (July 1, 1954 – May 9, 1989) was an American country music singer and songwriter. During his career, Whitley released only two albums but charted 12 singles on the Billboard country charts, and 7 more after his death. Born in Ashland, Kentucky, Whitley grew up in nearby Sandy Hook, Kentucky.
Sep 24, 2018 · The Top 100 Country Singers of All Time. Johnny Cash. Hank Williams. Merle Haggard. Patsy Cline. Jimmie Rodgers. Bill Monroe. Carter Family. Willie Nelson. Waylon Jennings. George Jones. Conway Twitty. Bob Wills. Tammy Wynette. Loretta Lynn. Buck Owens. Kitty Wells. Dolly Parton. Lefty Frizzell. Ray Price. Eddy Arnold. Ernest Tubb. Webb Pierce.
1960s in Nashville, Tennessee. Derivative forms. Bro-country [1] Cowboy pop. Other topics. Nashville sound. Country rock. Country pop (also known as urban cowboy) is a fusion genre of country music and pop music that was developed by members of the country genre out of a desire to reach a larger, mainstream audience.
