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[@keithhenson9788]

Hey The Turnpike Troubadours deserve to be mentioned here. Great songwriting skills and they are awesome live.

[@texb69]

Agreed!

[@jacoblamb3535]

Best songwriter breathing.

[@wendyfairfull8967]

I concur

[@thewesternside]

Yes absolutely! You can find them on my official playlist in the description!

[@slayinbass2396]

A few other artists/bands that deserve to be mentioned are Turnpike Troubadours, Whitey Morgan, Eleven Hundred Springs, Kelley's heros, and Billy Strings. Billy is Blue grass but it's amazing.

[@thewesternside]

Heck yeah! Love all those picks!!

[@reddirtroots5992]

All good picks. I'm sure he'll get to them!

[@JEEDUHCHRI]

Low Water Bridge is coming up too. Check them out!

[@ayyy5372]

BMFS!!! 🐐 🐐 🐐

[@oldgregg2374]

@@thewesternsidedo a billy strings video

[@jacobkrogmeier4256]

Nick shoulders really needs a shout out on here as well. That dude has haunting voice. Incredible lyrics and such a unique sound!

[@thewesternside]

He’s so unique!!

[@A-10-MANN333]

F yeah!!! He kicks azz...His art is all around Fayetteville,Arkansas and Fossil Cove Brewery

[@JamesBaleLA]

Sierra Ferrell has the best live voice i've ever seen in person and i've been to a ton of concerts over the past 15+ years

[@ogdenatwood161]

She’s almost too good live that her records don’t sound as good

[@thewesternside]

So good

[@oceanpiggy]

I also saw her! she opened for the Avett brothers in oneonta!

[@greatwhite3676]

I dig her but she should take that shit out of her nose

[@zachbalko90]

Yeah I'm in love with her

[@sambellinger3416]

Colter wall is something special. First time I heard Kate mcannon was a life changing experience. And his new cowboy style trail country music carrys an amazing vibe

[@williamchauncey8100]

Ray wiley hubard

[@mikeb7047]

Molly Tuttle and Sierra Hull are both outstanding Bluegrass artists

[@TheJhtlag]

Heh,heh, both were at Delfest last week. 'course, Sierra's a regular there, teaching classes and all.

[@luthiermatt]

As soon as country fans recognize a bluegrass artist they like, it's no longer bluegrass, it's country. Say it with me BLUEGRASS

[@connorluedtke8480]

While he’s sadly passed, Luke Bell’s album is a must listen in my book!

[@thewesternside]

He’s great

[@armyof12monkeyss]

I listen to Luke Bells album every week. I absolutly love it.

[@donwade_]

My favorite had to Benjamin Tod/Lost dog street band, it’s real simple music with heart aching lyrics that just make you think❤️❤️

[@shardanette1]

I'm not seeing enough love for Sierra here. She's amazing. Between her songwriting, that voice, her wonderful fashion sense and general creativity, and her great live shows, it's so wonderful to see her achieve overnight success a decade in the making. And for those interested, so much of it can be found here on youtube.

[@gristlevonraben]

Sierra who?

[@shardanette1]

@@gristlevonraben Ferrell

[@gristlevonraben]

thank you!@@shardanette1

[@MikeJohnson-dr2tu]

I have been listening to a lot of Sturgill Simpson , Tyler Childers and Colter Wall . They all are a breath of fresh air . Also listen to a lot of Cody Jinks , Brent Cobb , Turnpike Troubadours . There's a pretty big rabbit hole a guy can go down once you get started ! Can't name them all , I understand that but give these other artists a listen ... You won't be disappointed . They are as real as country can get by todays standards .

[@ryanjames5072]

Couldn’t agree more with all of these picks. The way Crockett captures the vintage sound is incredible. I saw him live recently and it was just awesome. Some others I really enjoy are Randall King, Jon Pardi, Cody Johnson, Jake Worthington, Charles Wesley Godwin, and Billy Strings.

[@thewesternside]

I totally agree. My friend has shown me Randall King, I'm excited to get more into his stuff!

[@Clarinet_cowboy2000]

Love the video, I’m gonna have to add all of these artists to my playlist! I also recommend Orville Peck to a lot of people! His voice is so reminiscent of that old school western style, and he has some truly insane vocals in some of his songs. He has some good variety, a lot of stuff that feels traditionally western, some that sound like old sad country love songs, and some that mix elements of rock and western music. A few songs to start with are Kalahari Down, Nothing Fades like the Light, Roses are Falling, and No Glory in the West.

[@thewesternside]

Thank you so much dude I appreciate it! Orville definitely has a super unique voice. I’ve briefly heard his stuff before, but need visit the tracks you listed!

[@nasanoir310]

Aidan Canfield, Brandon Ratcliff, Charles Wesley Godwin, Ian Noe, Megan Moroney, Cole Chaney, Kat Hasty, Low Gap, etc. So many great acts.

[@thewesternside]

Heck yeah. Was listening to Ian the other day! I know Megan Moroney came out with some new stuff too!

[@fergofns]

Benjamin Tod, Lost Dog Street Band, Paul Cauthen, Vincent Neil Emerson, The White Buffalo, Sean Rowe, The HIghwomen, Arlo McKinley, Cody Jinks, Creed Fisher, Riley Green, Kelsey Waldon, Esther Rose, Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band, Granger Smith, Three Tall Pines, Blake Berglund, The Dead South, Willie Watson, Uncle Lucius, Max Gomez, John Moreland, and Definitely Ryan Bingham. Strongly recommend folks check out those listed above.

[@thewesternside]

Heck yeah! 💪🏼 thanks so much for watching

[@fergofns]

Of course, .. Keep up the good work.

[@calebheidel2292]

Midland opened the door to country for me - and I'm so glad for these other artists carrying the torch! Great video.

[@thewesternside]

Thanks so much!!

[@CoasterMan13Official]

Midland's alright.

[@smelltheglove2038]

I just skip the modern crap and stick with Waylon, DAC, Hank Williams, etc.

[@alfonso.toribio]

Thank you for you work promoting these amazing artists and approximating them to the general public. Nowadays more similar musicians can be found in the Gems on VHS and Western AF KZbin channels. As a Spaniard that makes traditional American music, this was really awesome to watch. Thanks again!

[@thewesternside]

Of course! I’ve discovered countless people on gemsonvhs and Western AF! Even Spotify. Thanks for watching!

[@mejulian01]

Thank you for this. I am into rock/metal and looking for country music I like is a tough task. This helps a ton.

[@briana325]

Just gave Sturgil Simpson a try for the last several hours. He’s amazing. Thanks!

[@thewesternside]

Thank you for watching!!! 🤘🏼

[@jamesrollins1122]

Spectacular video! I especially like listening to Colter Wall, Charley Crockett, and Sierra Ferrell's solo stuff. Tyler Childers' Can I Take My Hounds to Heaven album last year was great. Like lots of folks I discovered a lot of these musicians through GemsonVHS and Western AF, good channels for old timey folk and cowboy, americana style music. I would recommend Nick Shoulders as a new folk/country musician worth listening to. And I have a soft spot for Willie Watson too, who seems to be carrying the torch of the old school music from his Old Crow Medicine Show days while OCMS has shifted to more modern country .

[@thewesternside]

Thank you so much for watching and the recs 🤘🏼

[@thomasmedeiros5722]

Jamey Johnson has been around since 2005 but you probably never heard of him if you listen to commercial country radio/ Nashville. If you listen to Outlaw style country you will know him. He does a song with George Straight called Kicked out of Country in which they list all the outstanding artists like Merl. Waylon, Willie and Johnny who also were kicked of mainstream country radio.

[@JackBeam01]

I’d love to add Jesse Daniel, Aaron McDonnell, Mike and the Moonpies, Summer Dean, Luke Bell, Kaitlin Butts, Zephaniah OHora, Charlie Marie, Emily Nenni, Kelsey Waldon, Turnpike Troubadours

[@christophersartainmusic734]

Cool vid! Thanks amigo!

[@tommeyer5991]

Tremendous use of KZbin! Thank you for doing this video!

[@nbwarehouse]

Cody Jinks, Flatland Cavalry, Josh Meloy, Whiskey Myers, Jeremy Pinnell, Jake Penrod, Jesse Daniel, Jason James, Zach Bryan, Creed Fisher, Casper Mcwade, Emily Nenni, Summer Dean, Aaron McDonnell, Turnpike Troubadors, Randall King, Jason Boland, Vincent Neil Emerson, Triston Marez, Jarrod Birmingham, Joshua Ray Walker, Jon Wolfe, Nick Shoulders, Arlo McKinley, Tanner Usrey, Ryan Bingham, Whitey Morgan, and many many more.

[@thewesternside]

Heck yeah!! Thanks for watching!! 🤘🏼

[@JoeBuckDaniel1]

Jason James!!

[@nbwarehouse]

@@JoeBuckDaniel1 we try to catch him every time he’s at Gruene Hall!

[@JoeBuckDaniel1]

@nbwarehouse we've probably been in the same crowd. I've seen him multiple times there. I used to live outside San Marcos. Haven't got to see him since relocating to KCMo

[@nbwarehouse]

@@JoeBuckDaniel1 yeah there’s a good chance. So much good music in the NBTX area. Recently started going to cheatham street, they’ve been having a lot of good shows.

[@TexasHornsFootball]

Good job. A few more: Cody Jinks, Morgan Wade, Whiskey Myers. Definitely Zach Bryan, especially his writing for his age.

[@allenhayesmusic]

I love making real country music!

[@ParkerG397]

Love that he was included but you HAVE to mention Charley Crockett’s Trinity River. Great video otherwise!

[@angelalindsey]

You gotta give Charles Wesley Godwin and Cole Chaney a listen, also the Red Clay Strays!!

[@squeakiemusic]

Just wanted to throw Sarah Shook And The Disarmers into the convo! I swear, there is not a skipable song that band has put out. Ever. Pure perfection!

[@Myrtlecrack]

You pretty much listed the core of my country music listening. Sierra Ferrell is something special, she is a treasure, the things she can do with her voice are mind-blowing. Colter Wall is also very special, but everyone you listed is solid gold! Thank You!

[@peterapazidis8889]

Before the intro ended I was already thinking of Colter Wall

[@jefflemon7382]

We lost a real cowboy singer songwriter early this year. Ian Tyson, from Canada. Springtime in Alberta, Navajo Rug are 2 out of many. Years ago he wrote Someday Soon, and Four Strong Winds, a song Neil Young said changed his life.

[@waynethera2712]

Colter did a fantastic job with Ian’s song Bob Fudge. Check it out. Cheers from Alberta

[@davidcashin1894]

Good offerings have you tried Pokey Lafarge?

[@gunillasims3143]

Colterwall gives me a chill, in a good way.

[@FrontierLegacy]

if you want straight 90s sound, John Wolf.

[@kcsopinionsterriblevideoskill]

I've seen all the artists you mentioned and I'll add Houndmouth, Shoves and Rope, Langhorne Slim, Murder by Death, Willi Carlisle, Devil makes Three, Caamp, Deer Tick, Turnpike Troubadours, Paul Cauthen and I feel like I'm forgetting a few great others. 😅

[@colebailey]

Haven’t watched the video yet, but all I gotta say.. Cole Chaney, Danno Simpson, John R Miller, and Nicholas Jamerson.

[@honkytonkdragon]

This was a great intro, Midland I’d not been aware of, and Sierra Ferrel I’d earmarked to check out. Definitely giving both a deeper listen. Other wise this list is like my playlist of modern country with one notable exception, Billy Strings deserves more than an honorable mention. But, yeah, brother, the future of Country & Western music is bright!

[@willthethrill359]

Circling back to this video just about a year later. Started listening to Sierra Ferrell based off your recommendation and it’s helped me tremendously to get through some stuff this past year. Just went to see her live for the first time and I felt I needed to come back and thank you for your wonderful content. Keep up the great work!

[@EasyThere]

I would recommend these artists and songs: Corb Lund - S lazy H, Gravedigger Turnpike troubadours - diamonds and gasoline Kainen Kellen - Deep Water Anything by White Buffalo

[@jamesonhoustonmusic]

also, Drake Milligan! He sounds like Strait, with some Elvis aspects!

[@JCHIZ03]

Well worth the wait. Another great video👍🏻glad to see your channel getting the traction it deserves!

[@thewesternside]

Thank you so much Jack! I appreciate it!

[@rickroybal7022]

Sierra is the new Loretta. Just love her.

[@tangofett4065]

I’m pretty into Nick 13, Tami Neilson, Cactus Blossoms, Mike and the Moonpies, Brothers Comatose (kinda bluegrassy), and a few others.

[@peacetrain3320]

The Western Side - Dude, I fully agree with your sentiments. Y’all should be bigger than Nashville. Broadcast this message!

[@ersp1]

Brennen Leigh has my attention these days. Great songwriting, a strong, stylish singer, and a very solid picker on guitar and mando. She's put in the work.

[@bigcryptid448]

If tommy Duncans.voice was booze is a good and creative song

[@lacrosseservicetime1962]

Love the idea to much music available to listen to instead of the same 10 songs day after day main stream boring radio. Thank You

[@dancorcoran4135]

Margo Price is must listen music. Amazing artist!

[@mattwnewton1]

All these folks are great but I wish more attention was paid to the previous generation of alt-county artists that laid the groundwork. V-Roys (Scott Miller), Whiskeytown, Charlie and Bruce Robison, Robert Earl Keen, Todd Snider, Reckless Kelly etc…

[@tallthinkev]

I want a station that plays everything guitar based. Hank Williams, Buddy Guy, Beatles, AC/DC. Neil Young, Supertramp, Oasis all in one hour

[@lukefullerton509]

You have unbelievably high quality for the number of videos you have . Keep up the good work!

[@ohiosgreatestmusic6851]

My brother. I think I have my new favorite KZbinr so glad I met you tonight!

[@Mrdjlimp]

My musical journey learning guitar started at about age 14 (18 years ago already 😂)with classic country, specifically Dwight Yoakam. These new artists are such a refreshing change from the typical “hick hop” I’ve dealt with since about 2005 when the last of the greats faded out in the 90’s. I hope all of these artists keep hammering out these great songs and get this genre back on track.

[@thewesternside]

That’s awesome! Thank you for watching!!

[@GnomeMoreGoodbyes]

Thank you so much for this video, I've been really lost trying to get in to country music after finding and loving Tyler Childers and Zach Bryan - can't wait to spend some time listening to these artists!

[@ericpoetzl5415]

you hit the nail on the head here man, only one that isnt a go to of mine already is Sierrra Ferrel... willl have to giver her a listen.

[@thewesternside]

Heck yeah! Definitely check her out

[@mrmyth5846]

I love Colter Wall, been listening to him for a couple years. My playlist is full of his music.

[@rustyknott-W.D]

What about Marty Stuart? He's been around forever and is the foremost example of real country music out there, and with the best band, too! He once said, "The way to be an outlaw in Nashville today is to play country music."

[@TheJhtlag]

and he puts on a really good show.

[@seththomas9105]

They have been around a few years but some people that never get any attention from "country" radio is Corb Lund and Logan Ledger. Check them out.

[@ColtenMallow]

The first person who I would mention to folks who listen to outlaw country is Whitey Morgan and the 78's. If you know someone who likes Waylon and Merle they will really like this band. I would recommend listening to Another Round, Hold Her When She Cries, and What Am I Supposed To Do.

[@thewesternside]

Thank you for all of those recommendations dude! Thank you for watching as well!

[@jeremythweatt880]

I love Cody jinks and Whitney Morgan and the 78s.

[@rexbowen4107]

Nick Shoulders, Nick Shoulders, Nick Shoulder! Great video

[@GaOutlawVinyl]

Great video. I’ve been thinking someone needs to make a video like this for awhile. The list of artists I’d also recommend for new country fans & old fans looking for good new music are… Corb Lund Jason Boland & The Stragglers Turnpike Troubadours Ray Wylie Hubbard Hellbound Glory Whitey Morgan & The 78’s Wildcard: James Honeycutt PS: most of them have been around awhile but they all seem to fly under most people’s radar

[@herbcm85]

This is great! Love it! I have been getting into country music with the last couple years. I spent most of my life listening to rock and roll. The band Muscadine Bloodline really push me over the edge into loving country music. The album Teenage Dixie, for me, was a gateway to country music. Hopefully you get some time to check it out!

[@thewesternside]

I’ve been getting into their music lately! Thank you for watching!!

[@mikebennett1461]

I came here hoping to find some new artists to listen to but everyone you mentioned are heavily played on my playlist already lol. Guess im doing it right. Thank you for promoting these great artist.

[@thewesternside]

Hahaha lots more to come!! This was a starting point for those getting into the genre

[@pwn3426]

Absolute awesome list and I am a fan of every single one of them on this list already. I'd like to add to this list, John Moreland(Break my heart sweetly and Cherokee) and Travis Meadows(check out sideways or underdogs). Thank me later.

[@thewesternside]

Thank you so much!! 🤙🏼 I’ll check em out!

[@joblessalex]

I feel like it's making a comeback. I kinda like some of the stuff they play nowadays. Much better than a few years ago.

[@Electriceditz530]

Brent Cobb , Jason Isbell, Ryan, Bingham, Adam hood, Cody Jinks, Oliver Anthony, whiskey, Myers, Zach Bryan,

[@marcharris4176]

I dont mind just hits me directly in the heart every time i hear it.

[@ScottMcdonaldMusic]

Awesome video, I’ve struggled for years trying to find good country music.

[@ronhowell4886]

Great list. The only artists I haven’t seen live is yet Colter Wall and Midland. I am big fan of Sierra and Tyler music. Sierra just recently released a great cover of Seven Spanish Angels.

[@highchurchpapi]

Midland sucks live. Great music, no energy though.

[@iamryan_inBits]

Glad to see a video on this, thanks 🙏

[@thewesternside]

Thank you for watching sir!!

[@a.geddes6201]

These takes are absolutely fantastic, Subscribed! Much love from the UK's very small and strange country scene!

[@LeopardPrintZebras]

I heard Charleston Girl by Tyler Childers and was immediately in love.

[@hayden6327]

Charlie Crockett is the goat! Saw him in concert last year and it was the best concert I’ve ever been to.

[@thewesternside]

That’s awesome. I want to go to a concert so bad but every time he’s in my area I’m not able to go!!

[@GaOutlawVinyl]

I’m going to see him in August.

[@lewismorgan13]

great video! Matt Heckler is another of my favourites!

[@thewesternside]

I’ll check him out!! Thanks for watching! 🤙🏼

[@mikedkc]

I’m in, my friend. Love what you’re doing.

[@reddirtroots5992]

All good! Looking forward to the next batch! 🎸🎸🎸

[@JarkkoKokkonen]

You sound a lot like Owen Wilson. Just putting this out there in case someone else is also spending the first couple of minutes of the video trying to pin down who he sounds like :)

[@bub64882]

Great choices, I'd add Cody Jinx, Whitey Morgan, BRENT COBB (OMG such amazing songs), and Band of Heathens who never get as much credit as they deserve.

[@BroncoIsBack]

Im so glad you mentioned Pony Bradshaw! Even if it was only at the end.

[@scwiggie]

Love Alt and traditional country. This is a great post y'all

[@devynbrinsfield]

thank you so much brotha! What was your favorite song? Also that Tyler video is the best I’ve seen me and my girl watched it and wanted more!

[@thewesternside]

I’ve only gotten the chance to listen to the one you recommended, but I added you to my Spotify! I’m gonna check out the rest later 🤘🏼 and thank you so much!!

[@johnsummers9660]

Orville Peck is really good. He's kinda out there but his music speaks for itself.

[@find127]

Bro just listed out the only artists I listen to

[@durkadurkshaheed2187]

Nick shoulders is criminally underrated.

[@claybass3631]

Sierra and colter were a happy find. They're part of my daily routine now...

[@thejoyofthemusicinmylife7897]

Don't forget Logan Ledger, a native Californian singer-songwriter who plays old-time and bluegrass music influenced by Hank Williams and George Jones. He has two fine albums out.

[@cinemafilmsmp]

Solid video! I'm curious if you have any thoughts on Jason Isbell? He's my personal favorite in the country/folk genre

[@dannyscott5132]

Lucero, Tucker Beathard, Ashland Craft, Koe Wetzel, Kameron Marlowe, Savannah Gardner, Joshua Ray Walker, Mackenzie Carpenter, Wyatt Flores, Brent Cobb

[@anthonyrschmitz5182]

I prefer Colters voice now compared to his early stuff even though it seems more people like that deep throaty voice he had in those early songs. His "western" voice sounds much more natural for him.

[@thewesternside]

I think I do too. I’m happy he has those early tracks though! I think he knew it wouldn’t be sustainable for his voice and I’m sure it changed along the way as well

[@reddirtroots5992]

@@thewesternside Agreed.

[@ruthmarlene5575]

Colter garnered attention roughly at the tender age of 19. 19!!!!Nine. Teen. 1 - 9. Woah 🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤠🤠🤠🤠🤠🤠🤠🫠🫠🫠🫠🫠🫠🫠🫠🫠🫠 old soul. other worldly.

[@swampfox72]

Great list! Haven't listened to Midland (that I recall) but all the rest are great1 Whitey Morgan needs to be added to this list.

[@thebeardymcbeardface]

Genres are for marketing. Don't let labels dictate what is good or what you should listen to. And listen to @gangstagrass

[@connietillia9339]

Summer Dean ! Heard her a few weeks ago and enjoyed all her self written ,story telling songs .I think she is from Fort Worth.. Good songs and great voice !!

[@dominic_lf4240]

this video doesn't have near enough views, good quality man! keep it up!

[@will8939able]

Ian Noe, Charles Wesley Godwin, Jason Isabel, Pawns or Kings, Billy Strings, The Dead South, Nick Shoulders, Uncle Lucius

[@JamesPetitt1981]

I'd add Cody Jinks and Lindy Ortega and Shovels and Rope as well. All good choices. Great job on this intro.

[@scottkenzig5144]

When Tim McGraw came to Australia Midland was his back up band when I went and seen him play live. They were amazing 👏 👌👍

[@shurbret9923]

Charley Crockett is the real deal. Man alive.

[@janetkurasz1647]

You featured ALL my favorite country artists!

[@thewesternside]

Heck yeah!!!! 💪🏼

[@shadcovert1160]

I cant get enough Tyler Childers. Loving Billy Strings although he's bluegrass.

[@CalebStew]

Been waiting for an upload. Love these video man, keep it up

[@thewesternside]

Dude thank you so much! It means a lot! I plan on doing some big things with this channel!