Nashville's Big & Rich, known for "Save a Horse (Ride a Cowboy)," embraced hip-hop styles in country music. The duo's debut in 2004 led to hits, producing stars like Gretchen Wilson and supporting Cowboy Troy. Their unique blend won widespread acclaim.
Georgia native Gavin Adcock, former football player, turned to music after an injury. Known for singles like “A Cigarette,” he has over 600M streams. His album, "Actin’ Up Again," marked a massive major-label country debut in 2024, with a record-breaking 15 million U.S. streams in its release week.
Travis Tritt, from Marietta, GA, blends Southern rock with country music. Known for hits like "Modern Day Bonnie and Clyde," he's won 2 GRAMMYs, 4 CMAs, and his albums have sold over 30M copies.
Uncle Kracker, born in Detroit, blends country with rock/pop. Known for hits like "Floatin'," his upbeat music brings infectious joy and has earned him a formidable live-show reputation.
Multi-Platinum star Jason Aldean, ACM Artist of Decade, has 28 #1 singles & 18 billion streams. Known for relatable country hits about love & small-town life, he boasts 3 ACM Entertainer of the Year titles. Collaborated widely.
From Bradford, TX, Kolby Cooper became a streaming sensation with over 330 million streams. Known for relatable break-up anthems and bold lyrics, his album "Boy From Anderson County To The Moon" showcases versatility in country music, earning acclaim as "Country Music’s Newest Badass."
Detroit native Kid Rock rose to fame with 1998's "Devil Without a Cause," blending country, rap, and rock. Known for hits "Bawitdaba" and "Cowboy," he’s collaborated with Sheryl Crow, Bob Seger, and Rick Rubin. Kid Rock's dynamic style and platinum-selling albums solidified his place in the music industry.
East Texas-born Koe Wetzel, a gold-selling singer-songwriter and guitarist, mixes country storytelling with grunge. Known for hits like “February 28, 2016” and “Drunk Driving,” he's a rebel in music, achieving over 1.3 billion streams and three RIAA gold-certified singles. Continues to tour and attract fans with his unique style.
Born in Pocahontas, IL, Gretchen Wilson hit big with "Redneck Woman." Her debut, Here for the Party, was a record-breaking success. Known for authentic country style, she's also part of Muzik Mafia and founded Redneck Records.
