Favorite Music Artists > Folk & Country

Advantages: Everything
Disadvantages: nothing

Jimmy Buffett is a rite of summer and has become somewhat of an American icon for millions of his loyal fans the worldwide. Yes he is first and foremost a musician, who in his time has released 17 albums, 8 which have gone gold, 6 platinum, and 3 multi-platinum. Not to be forgotten as well is the fact that he is a successful businessman with several famous resteraunts and casinos, along with being only the 7th man to have a book on both the NY Times ...
...Paris" a song written about Jimmy and his dad, to "Pencil Thin Mustache", Jimmy's diddy about growing up and his carefree college days, to the comical "Why dont we get Drunk", a song that reminds one of many a night of drinking at the local pub and its getting late. Also included on the Album were: 1) Son of a Son of a Sailor 2) A Pirate looks at Forty 3) Come Monday 4) Grapefruit - Juicy Fruit 5) Boat Drinks 6) Volcano Folks whether its ... Read review

Advantages: great songs that tell it like it is
Disadvantages: none

Probably the best current male artist out there. Right up there with george straight and also a former rodeo cowboy. His songs tell it like it is and most of they have quite a bit that most people can relate too. He plays guitar as well as singing. Some of his songs include; should have been a cowboy, I wish i didn't know now, we were in love, How do ya like me now, and rodeo moon. One of his best know songs is courtesy of the red white and blue. ...
...united states september 11, 2001. The lyrics are rather expicit so I wont put them here in the review but I would definatly listen to it. He played that song overseas for several members of the us milarty at various bases after troops were deployed to afghanastan and the war in iraq. ... Read review

Advantages: great performer and singer
Disadvantages: none, unless your jealous

...of my favorite contestants was Carrie Underwood. Now she has more than proven that she was the "winner" that fourth season. She has remained on top ever since 2005. I have wrote some interesting things I have found out about her. I think she is a very talented person. Facts; Carrie Underwood was 21 years old when she went on the American Idol show and from her hometown in Checotah, Oklahoma. Carrie was on the fourth season of the American Idol.Show. ...
...weeks straight at the Billboard Country Chart. .Her single, "Jesus, Take the Wheel," was hailed as the Best Country Song. Some of Carrie Underwood's Biggest Hits: "Jesus Take the Wheel" "Don't Forget to Remember Me" "Before He Cheats" "Wasted" "So Small" "All-American Girl" ... Read review

Advantages: Fantastic Performer
Disadvantages: None that I can think of off hand!

I believe George Strait is one of the greatest country singers of all time! I enjoy all of his songs. . .they always seem to be an instant hit! As with most of the country singers, he played a number of bars and clubs until he finally got his first break! Heck, I even like when he stars in movies! There's just something about that man! He seems to be a quiet individual and keeps to himself. He doesn't have to be in the center of all that is going ... Read review

Advantages: great vocalist and songwriter
Disadvantages: none

VInce Gill has made hisself legendary for his integrity and generosity. He was born in Oklahoma to an Appelate Court Judge. His father was the one who taught him to play stringed instruments, starting with the banjo. Later on, as he would prove, his talent flourished and he now was playing all kinds of stringed instruments as well as the guitar. He then joined a group called "Mountain Smoke" where he played bluegrass while still going to high ...
...found work writing and producing songs for some of the greatest voices in country, "Rosanne Cash","DIre Straits",Emmylou Harris","Patty Lovelace", etc. 1990-1999 He won a grammy every year. He has won around eigtheen all together. Known for his interest in special causes like the American Heart Association, Easter Seals, and the Kidney Foundation, just to name a few, has earned him the "DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD". He has a place in the Country ... Read review