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- Lee is the daughter of entertainment icons, Johnny Lee (Urban Cowboy’s “Lookin’ for Love”) and Charlene Tilton (Lucy Ewing on hit TV show “DALLAS”), Cherish has been around the limelight her entire life. Her father helped to open many doors in country music — taking her on the road, performing at the iconic Ryman Auditorium and The Grand Ole Opry.
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- Austin Snell. A year after leaving the U.S. Air Force, Austin Snell made a pivotal decision to pursue his passion for music, forgoing his first day at Amazon for a career-defining meeting with River House Artists and Warner Music Nashville.
- HunterGirl. HunterGirl's ascent in the country music realm was amplified when she secured a platinum ticket on "American Idol" Season 20 and finished as the runner-up.
- The Castellows. The Castellows — comprising sisters Ellie, Powell and Lily — have seen their popularity surge since posting covers on social media in 2022.
- Bryce Leatherwood. Bryce Leatherwood became a household name after clinching victory on Season 22 of "The Voice" as part of Blake Shelton's team. Post-show, he took to touring with Dwight Yoakam and debuted at Nashville's Bluebird Cafe.
- Hank Williams. 1923-1953. Famous songs: “Your Cheatin’ Heart” and “Cold, Cold Heart” Considered country music’s first superstar, Hank Williams suffered from spina bifida and found an escape in music.
- George Jones. 1931-2013. Famous songs: “He Stopped Loving Her Today” and “White Lightning” George Jones began performing on the streets of Texas as a child to help his family.
- Johnny Cash. 1932-2003. Famous songs: “I Walk the Line” and “Ring of Fire” Known as the “Man in Black” for his striking onstage attire, Johnny Cash served in the U.S. Air Force and set off on a music career following his discharge in 1954.
- Loretta Lynn. 1932-2022. Famous songs: “Coal Miner’s Daughter” and “You Ain’t Woman Enough (To Take My Man)” Loretta Lynn, born in Butcher Hollow, Kentucky, rose to fame in the 1960s with the help of her friend Patsy Cline.
Ranking is based on an artist's chart performance on the Hot Country Songs, Top Country Albums and Boxscore touring revenue.
Aug 9, 2023 · In fact, while she's a proud ally, there are plenty of LGBTQ + country singers and artists out there who aren't only opening doors and breaking barriers, but also putting out some of the best...
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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.
Dec 14, 2022 · A new year calls for new music, and if this list is anything to go by, 2023 is going to be huge for the budding stars of country, Americana and roots. Whether they're the arena headliners, revered poet-lyricists or scene shapers of tomorrow, these 23 artists (listed alphabetically) are the Holler editorial team's pick for 2023. 1.
Aug 24, 2023 · Chesney is the only country artist to hit $1 billion in grosses reported to Boxscore.
