Scotty McCreery and Sawyer Brown

North Carolina’s Scotty McCreery, American Idol winner, is a country star with 6 No.1 hits, Platinum albums, CMT awards, and Grand Ole Opry induction.

Sawyer Brown, the country band influenced by the Eagles and Merle Haggard, rose to fame after winning Star Search in 1984. Known for hits like "Step That Step," "Some Girls Do," and "Thank God for You," they thrived in the Billboard Country Top Ten for decades. Originating from Don King's band, they never stopped touring, adapting through lineup changes, and collaborating with producer Blake Shelton. Their albums like "The Dirt Road" and "Cafe on the Corner" cemented their legacy, while their resilience kept them relevant.