[Music]
whether they’re traditional or
millennial or just doing their own thing
all of these country musicians have
become 21st century icons
welcome to watchmojo.com and today we’ll
be counting down our picks for the top
ten modern country artists for this list
it’s all about that sweet sweet country
music so even though Taylor Swift
originally emerged in the genre we’re
excluding her based on her notable
crossover to pop music
we’ll be focusing on acts that have
released their most notable releases in
the 2000 now let’s get this hoedown
started will be Grady number 10 Luke
Bryan
emerging on the scene with a 2007 debut
all Stamey this Georgia native later one
top new artists at the Academy of
Country Music Awards while Luke Bryan’s
Commercial Appeal and baritone vocals
have made him a beloved figure within
the genre his third album tailgates &
tanlines made him a star when it managed
to reach number two on the Billboard 200
thus introducing him to a wider audience
got a little boom in my big truck don’t
open up the doors and turn it up sure
that down-home country vibe and soulful
vocals complement each other quite well
but it’s the performance style of Bryan
that really gets audiences fired up fun
fishing lovin every day that’s the
prayer that a country boy friends
incidentally he was named the ACM
Entertainer of the Year in 2015
establishing a legacy in country music
when it seems like he’s only just
getting started
with Sunday
number nine Jason Aldean
you’re cracking down money morning Co
strong board everything it got into a
jig Brandner in 2005 Jason Aldean’s
self-titled debut not only led to a top
new Male Vocalist win at the ACM Awards
but the album sold over 1.5 million
copies
perhaps it’s the radio friendly hits
that has led to crossover success but
it’s all Dean’s remarkable vocals and
traditional themes that make him one of
the more stands out artists of his
generation
you just don’t tell mom
while for now he seems to have peaked
chart wise with the massive success of
2010’s my kind of party
Aladin continues to rack up the
accolades on a yearly basis while
demonstrating his durability as the
genre continues to evolve
[Music]
number eight Lady Antebellum ain’t you
perfect memories scattered all around
six albums into their career
nashville-based man Lady Antebellum
continuously remain atop the country
charts
winning five Grammys in 2011 led by the
mega hit needs you now Lady Antebellum
became an unmistakable part of a larger
narrative in pop culture she can
it’s our existential love songs that
often leave fans breathless at live
shows and only time will tell how the
band will hold up down the road
but given the success of their first
three number-one albums Lady Antebellum
has undoubtedly touched many in the
country music community and beyond
making them one of the most important
groups of their time
[Music]
number seven Miranda Lambert love me for
my big sunglasses born and raised in
Texas this charismatic country gal
earned a following while competing in
the reality series Nashville star back
in 2003 although she finished in third
place she gained enough clout to land a
record deal culminating with a modern
country classic in kerosene since then
she’s maintained a consistent presence
on the charts sparked by her enriching
country twang and magnetic stage
presence and with 2014’s platinum
debuting at number one on the Billboard
charts Miranda Lambert’s edgy yet
evocative brand extended beyond her
cores on
[Applause]
[Music]
number six Kenny Chesney summertime is
finally here dough ball cock man is back
in gear out on board
country music it’s not uncommon for
artists to release new material every
couple of years but this man has really
been putting in the work you can say
we’ve done the way you always do
to yourself
four-time winner of the ACM Entertainer
of the Year award and four-time winner
of the CMA Entertainer of the Year award
Kenny Chesney was essentially the last
great country icon before the digital
age had arrived there’s the first long
kiss on a second day
Mama’s all worried when you get home
play of course it’s that unmistakable
kenny chesney tone that makes him
perhaps the most bankable country artist
of his time
moreover he’s a unique talent in that he
retains a youthful presence on stage
while conveying a sense of maturity
through his words Katie knows to have a
good time but his experience within the
industry lends weight to every line
don’t just learn back six years old
you take a nap wake up in your 25
high school sweetheart become true I
figured she’d gone back to Austin cuz
she talked about it all that number five
Blake Shelton it was almost a year
before she called in MO certainly a man
that has evolved from his early mullet
ears Blake Shelton is also known for his
brash personality where the paws around
here they’re keeping it country ain’t a
damn wall know how to do the dougie
while his popularity grew immensely as a
judge on NBC’s The Voice he’s long been
a legit country star dating back to his
2001 self-titled debut in comparison to
musicians that balance a line between
country and pop Blake tends to lean
heavily towards country since you left
me I’ve been riding around cranking up a
little captured gold heartbreak but in
terms of performance and the arts of
vocal delivery he’s a true Pro given his
excellence within his particular genre
aspiring country musicians take note of
Blake’s advice along with young artists
from outside the country industry as
well put a big
yes she’s got away
number four tim mcgraw said i was in my
early forties with a lot of life before
me already a country icon by the turn of
the 21st century
this Louisiana native remains a major
force in the music industry I know you
know tickle and so always do
lyrically tim mcgraw often touches on
traditional country thieves with his
poignant tone bringing weight to his
lyrics
[Applause]
he’s an artist that loses authenticity
and his resume exemplifies a man able to
keep up with some of the younger and
more pop-oriented artists as the husband
of fellow country artist Faith Hill
McGraw’s love songs connect on a deeper
level with diehard fans as he conveys
the natural demeanor of a guy conveying
a sense of truth furthermore his work
ethic and reputation set the bar for
emerging artists
don’t you gather
the most beautiful set of ways number
three Carrie Underwood as the 2005
winner of American Idol this singer
transformed from a wide-eyed Oklahoma
girl into one of the first reality TV
stars of the century with the release of
her first single jesus take the wheel it
became more than evident that Carrie
Underwood had the chops to become a
country legend
[Music]
year after year she’s at the top of the
charts racking up a multitude of
number-one hits while establishing
herself as a beloved awards host
alongside Brad Paisley considering the
backstory of Carrie Underwood fans
understand her journey on a fundamental
level yet she continues to find new ways
to show her audience something brand new
and perhaps most importantly she stayed
true to her country roots
[Music]
[Applause]
number two Keith Urban
lack of never known born in New Zealand
this australia-based crooner doesn’t
exactly represent the traditional career
arc of a typical country music artist
but with the release of 2002 somebody
like you Keith Urban infused and
invigorating you sound into American
country music
about a love some
image is certainly part of the equation
for Keith Urban and like Blake Shelton
he’s also developed new talent on
reality TV but at the core of Urban’s
music is a lively energy that moved
country in a new direction
Simo
incidentally Keith’s ethereal vocals are
only enhanced by his masterful artistry
on the guitar he’s a transformative
musician one that respects the
traditions of the genre while
maintaining a fresh aesthetic all his
own
[Music]
before we unveil our number one pick
here are a few honorable mentions
a kidney
mr. misunderstood
shouting with
[Music]
Peter jumbo pressure shot ain’t no
mother’s love
[Music]
number one Brad Paisley cheesy a pair of
running shoes
holy pair of jeans with his typical
sense of humor Brad Paisley’s iconic
2002 single I’m gonna miss her launched
him into the public eye and showcased
both his artistry and endearing
personality yeah
another five
incidentally it’s as easygoing vibe and
traditional getup that harkens back to
the older days of the genre but while
Paisley’s natural charisma has played a
role in his success he’s managed to keep
up with the times adapting to the scene
and evolving his craft she looked just
as deep she knows when she’s down
have one with them in turn he’s
inexplicably reached number one time and
time again with each new release and as
the trends of the genre continue to
change paisley remains the central
figure of modern country music just
can’t believe
[Music]
so do you agree with our selections
which country artist do you think has
the most durability for more twangy top
10s published every day be sure to
subscribe to watchmojo.com Red Solo Cup
I fill you up let’s have a party let’s
have a party
[Music]
you
whether they’re traditional or
millennial or just doing their own thing
all of these country musicians have
become 21st century icons
welcome to watchmojo.com and today we’ll
be counting down our picks for the top
ten modern country artists for this list
it’s all about that sweet sweet country
music so even though Taylor Swift
originally emerged in the genre we’re
excluding her based on her notable
crossover to pop music
we’ll be focusing on acts that have
released their most notable releases in
the 2000 now let’s get this hoedown
started will be Grady number 10 Luke
Bryan
emerging on the scene with a 2007 debut
all Stamey this Georgia native later one
top new artists at the Academy of
Country Music Awards while Luke Bryan’s
Commercial Appeal and baritone vocals
have made him a beloved figure within
the genre his third album tailgates &
tanlines made him a star when it managed
to reach number two on the Billboard 200
thus introducing him to a wider audience
got a little boom in my big truck don’t
open up the doors and turn it up sure
that down-home country vibe and soulful
vocals complement each other quite well
but it’s the performance style of Bryan
that really gets audiences fired up fun
fishing lovin every day that’s the
prayer that a country boy friends
incidentally he was named the ACM
Entertainer of the Year in 2015
establishing a legacy in country music
when it seems like he’s only just
getting started
with Sunday
number nine Jason Aldean
you’re cracking down money morning Co
strong board everything it got into a
jig Brandner in 2005 Jason Aldean’s
self-titled debut not only led to a top
new Male Vocalist win at the ACM Awards
but the album sold over 1.5 million
copies
perhaps it’s the radio friendly hits
that has led to crossover success but
it’s all Dean’s remarkable vocals and
traditional themes that make him one of
the more stands out artists of his
generation
you just don’t tell mom
while for now he seems to have peaked
chart wise with the massive success of
2010’s my kind of party
Aladin continues to rack up the
accolades on a yearly basis while
demonstrating his durability as the
genre continues to evolve
[Music]
number eight Lady Antebellum ain’t you
perfect memories scattered all around
six albums into their career
nashville-based man Lady Antebellum
continuously remain atop the country
charts
winning five Grammys in 2011 led by the
mega hit needs you now Lady Antebellum
became an unmistakable part of a larger
narrative in pop culture she can
it’s our existential love songs that
often leave fans breathless at live
shows and only time will tell how the
band will hold up down the road
but given the success of their first
three number-one albums Lady Antebellum
has undoubtedly touched many in the
country music community and beyond
making them one of the most important
groups of their time
[Music]
number seven Miranda Lambert love me for
my big sunglasses born and raised in
Texas this charismatic country gal
earned a following while competing in
the reality series Nashville star back
in 2003 although she finished in third
place she gained enough clout to land a
record deal culminating with a modern
country classic in kerosene since then
she’s maintained a consistent presence
on the charts sparked by her enriching
country twang and magnetic stage
presence and with 2014’s platinum
debuting at number one on the Billboard
charts Miranda Lambert’s edgy yet
evocative brand extended beyond her
cores on
[Applause]
[Music]
number six Kenny Chesney summertime is
finally here dough ball cock man is back
in gear out on board
country music it’s not uncommon for
artists to release new material every
couple of years but this man has really
been putting in the work you can say
we’ve done the way you always do
to yourself
four-time winner of the ACM Entertainer
of the Year award and four-time winner
of the CMA Entertainer of the Year award
Kenny Chesney was essentially the last
great country icon before the digital
age had arrived there’s the first long
kiss on a second day
Mama’s all worried when you get home
play of course it’s that unmistakable
kenny chesney tone that makes him
perhaps the most bankable country artist
of his time
moreover he’s a unique talent in that he
retains a youthful presence on stage
while conveying a sense of maturity
through his words Katie knows to have a
good time but his experience within the
industry lends weight to every line
don’t just learn back six years old
you take a nap wake up in your 25
high school sweetheart become true I
figured she’d gone back to Austin cuz
she talked about it all that number five
Blake Shelton it was almost a year
before she called in MO certainly a man
that has evolved from his early mullet
ears Blake Shelton is also known for his
brash personality where the paws around
here they’re keeping it country ain’t a
damn wall know how to do the dougie
while his popularity grew immensely as a
judge on NBC’s The Voice he’s long been
a legit country star dating back to his
2001 self-titled debut in comparison to
musicians that balance a line between
country and pop Blake tends to lean
heavily towards country since you left
me I’ve been riding around cranking up a
little captured gold heartbreak but in
terms of performance and the arts of
vocal delivery he’s a true Pro given his
excellence within his particular genre
aspiring country musicians take note of
Blake’s advice along with young artists
from outside the country industry as
well put a big
yes she’s got away
number four tim mcgraw said i was in my
early forties with a lot of life before
me already a country icon by the turn of
the 21st century
this Louisiana native remains a major
force in the music industry I know you
know tickle and so always do
lyrically tim mcgraw often touches on
traditional country thieves with his
poignant tone bringing weight to his
lyrics
[Applause]
he’s an artist that loses authenticity
and his resume exemplifies a man able to
keep up with some of the younger and
more pop-oriented artists as the husband
of fellow country artist Faith Hill
McGraw’s love songs connect on a deeper
level with diehard fans as he conveys
the natural demeanor of a guy conveying
a sense of truth furthermore his work
ethic and reputation set the bar for
emerging artists
don’t you gather
the most beautiful set of ways number
three Carrie Underwood as the 2005
winner of American Idol this singer
transformed from a wide-eyed Oklahoma
girl into one of the first reality TV
stars of the century with the release of
her first single jesus take the wheel it
became more than evident that Carrie
Underwood had the chops to become a
country legend
[Music]
year after year she’s at the top of the
charts racking up a multitude of
number-one hits while establishing
herself as a beloved awards host
alongside Brad Paisley considering the
backstory of Carrie Underwood fans
understand her journey on a fundamental
level yet she continues to find new ways
to show her audience something brand new
and perhaps most importantly she stayed
true to her country roots
[Music]
[Applause]
number two Keith Urban
lack of never known born in New Zealand
this australia-based crooner doesn’t
exactly represent the traditional career
arc of a typical country music artist
but with the release of 2002 somebody
like you Keith Urban infused and
invigorating you sound into American
country music
about a love some
image is certainly part of the equation
for Keith Urban and like Blake Shelton
he’s also developed new talent on
reality TV but at the core of Urban’s
music is a lively energy that moved
country in a new direction
Simo
incidentally Keith’s ethereal vocals are
only enhanced by his masterful artistry
on the guitar he’s a transformative
musician one that respects the
traditions of the genre while
maintaining a fresh aesthetic all his
own
[Music]
before we unveil our number one pick
here are a few honorable mentions
a kidney
mr. misunderstood
shouting with
[Music]
Peter jumbo pressure shot ain’t no
mother’s love
[Music]
number one Brad Paisley cheesy a pair of
running shoes
holy pair of jeans with his typical
sense of humor Brad Paisley’s iconic
2002 single I’m gonna miss her launched
him into the public eye and showcased
both his artistry and endearing
personality yeah
another five
incidentally it’s as easygoing vibe and
traditional getup that harkens back to
the older days of the genre but while
Paisley’s natural charisma has played a
role in his success he’s managed to keep
up with the times adapting to the scene
and evolving his craft she looked just
as deep she knows when she’s down
have one with them in turn he’s
inexplicably reached number one time and
time again with each new release and as
the trends of the genre continue to
change paisley remains the central
figure of modern country music just
can’t believe
[Music]
so do you agree with our selections
which country artist do you think has
the most durability for more twangy top
10s published every day be sure to
subscribe to watchmojo.com Red Solo Cup
I fill you up let’s have a party let’s
have a party
[Music]
you
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