Country | Vibepedia

Country music, also known as country and western, is a genre of music that originated in the southern United States. It is characterized by its roots in [[folk|folk]], [[blues|blues]], and [[appalachian-string-band|Appalachian string band]] traditions. Country music has evolved over the years, influenced by artists such as [[jimmie-rodgers|Jimmie Rodgers]], [[hank-williams|Hank Williams]], and [[johnny-cash|Johnny Cash]]. The genre has also been shaped by various sub-genres, including [[bluegrass|bluegrass]], [[outlaw-country|outlaw country]], and [[bro-country|bro country]]. Today, country music is a popular genre worldwide, with artists like [[garth-brooks|Garth Brooks]], [[george-strait|George Strait]], and [[carrie-underwood|Carrie Underwood]] topping the charts.