Country

Originating Location: The American South

Key Artists:

• Johnny Cash
• The Statler Brothers
• Willie Nelson
• Patsy Cline

Key Albums:

• Johnny Cash - Live From Folsom Prison

Genre Description: A catch-all category for music based on folk/roots/bluegrass/gospel and blues, typically sung with a Southern Accent. Includes Alt. Country, Pop Country, Bluegrass and traditional country music.

Artists in this Genre:

• Johnny Cash
• The Statler Brothers
• Willie Nelson
• Patsy Cline
• Laura Cantrell
• The Handsome Family
• Fluffy Kittens

Labels in this Genre:

• Mercury
• Carrot Top
• Diesel Only

See Also:

• The Downfall Of Country:Essay