The Best Male Country Singers Of 2022

Jared Baly
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Which male country singers make you wanna roll your windows down and cruise?! 2022's hottest country artists are ready to release some amazing music this year, and the men in particular are driving full speed ahead with upcoming concert tours and studio albums.  From Walker Hayes and BRELAND to dynamic sibling duo Brothers Osborne, not to mention the Billboard chart-topping superstars Morgan Wallen and Kane Brown, all of your favorite trending music industry cowboys are featured below.

Which current male country artists are you most excited to see live, and whose records are you currently listening to? Vote below for the best male country singers of 2022, and be sure to also check out this year's top new country songs here.

  • Luke Combs
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    Luke Combs

    383 votes
    Luke Albert Combs (born March 2, 1990) is an American country music singer and songwriter. Born and raised in North Carolina, Combs began performing as a child, most notably performing at Carnegie Hall. After dropping out of college to pursue a career in music, he moved to Nashville, Tennessee, where he released his debut extended play, The Way She Rides, in 2014. In 2017, Combs released his debut album, This One's for You, which reached number four on the Billboard 200. Combs released his second album, What You See Is What You Get, on November 8, 2019. The album topped the charts in multiple territories, becoming his first to do so. A deluxe version of the album was released on October 23, 2020, including the song "Forever After All". Combs' music has earned him two Grammy Award nominations, two iHeart Radio music awards, four Academy of Country Music Awards and six Country Music Association Awards, including the 2021 Entertainer of the Year award, their highest honor.
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  • Morgan Wallen
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    Morgan Wallen

    483 votes
    Morgan Cole Wallen (born May 13, 1993) is an American country music singer and songwriter. He competed in the sixth season of The Voice, originally as a member of Usher's team, but later as a member of Adam Levine's team. After being eliminated in the playoffs of that season, he signed to Panacea Records, releasing his debut EP, Stand Alone, in 2015. In 2016, Wallen signed to Big Loud, releasing his debut album, If I Know Me, in 2018. The album includes the singles "Up Down" (featuring Florida Georgia Line), "Whiskey Glasses", and "Chasin' You". If I Know Me reached No. 1 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart. Wallen's second album, Dangerous: The Double Album, was released in January 2021, and in February 2021 became the only country album in the 64-year history of the Billboard 200 to spend its first seven weeks at No. 1. It went on to spend a total of ten weeks at that spot, the first album to do so since Whitney Houston's Whitney in 1987.
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  • Cody Johnson
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    Cody Johnson

    279 votes
    Cody Johnson (born May 21, 1987 in Sebastopol, Texas) is an American Texas country singer-songwriter. He has self-released six albums; the sixth album Gotta Be Me debuted at number two on Billboard's Country Albums chart.
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  • Chris Stapleton
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    Christopher Alvin Stapleton (born April 15, 1978) is an American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and record producer. He was born in Lexington, Kentucky, and grew up in Staffordsville, Kentucky, until moving to Nashville, Tennessee, in 2001 to pursue a career in music writing songs. Subsequently, Stapleton signed a contract with Sea Gayle Music to write and publish his music.As of 2018, Stapleton has amassed credits writing and co-writing over 170 songs. He has co-written six number-one country songs including Kenny Chesney's five-week number-one "Never Wanted Nothing More", George Strait's "Love's Gonna Make It Alright", and Luke Bryan's "Drink a Beer". His songs have appeared on many artists albums including Adele, Brad Paisley, and Dierks Bentley. He has co-written with several artists as well including Vince Gill, Peter Frampton, Sheryl Crow and Ed Sheeran. Stapleton has been recognized with several awards including five Grammy Awards, seven Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards, and ten Country Music Association (CMA) Awards. As a vocalist, Stapleton sang lead in two bands before he started recording as a solo artist including a bluegrass ensemble from 2008 to 2010 called The SteelDrivers. After that, he released his solo debut: the critically acclaimed studio album titled Traveller (2015), which reached number one on the US Billboard 200 and was certified triple platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). His second studio album From A Room: Volume 1 was released in May 2017, and earned him a second CMA Award for Album of the Year and also a Grammy Award for Best Country Album. From A Room: Volume 2 was released in December 2017.
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  • Thomas Rhett
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    Thomas Rhett

    228 votes
    Thomas Rhett Akins Jr. (born March 30, 1990) is an American country music singer-songwriter. He is the son of singer Rhett Akins. Rhett has released five studio albums for Big Machine Records' Valory Music imprint: It Goes Like This (2013), Tangled Up (2015), Life Changes (2017), Center Point Road (2019) and Country Again: Side A (2021). He has received four Grammy Award nominations with two albums being nominated for Best Country Album in 2017 and 2019. His five albums have produced twenty-one singles on the Billboard Hot Country and Country Airplay charts, with seventeen reaching the No. 1 position on the latter: "It Goes Like This", "Get Me Some of That", "Make Me Wanna", "Crash and Burn", "Die a Happy Man", "T-Shirt", "Star of the Show", "Craving You", "Unforgettable", "Marry Me", "Life Changes", "Sixteen", “Remember You Young”, "Look What God Gave Her", "Beer Can't Fix", "What's Your Country Song", and "Country Again". Rhett has also written singles for Jason Aldean and Lee Brice.
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  • Lee Brice
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    Lee Brice

    194 votes
    Lee Brice (born Kenneth Mobley Brice, Jr., June 10, 1979) is an American country music singer and songwriter, signed to Curb Records. Brice has released four albums for the label: Love Like Crazy, Hard to Love, I Don't Dance and Lee Brice. He has also released eleven singles, of which four were written by his cousin, Michael Cericola, and have charted at number one on Billboard Hot Country Songs and Country Airplay: "A Woman Like You", "Hard to Love", "I Drive Your Truck", and "I Don't Dance". He has also charted within the top 10 with "Love Like Crazy", "Parking Lot Party", "Drinking Class", and "That Don't Sound Like You". "Love Like Crazy" was the top country song of 2010 according to Billboard Year-End, and broke a 62-year-old record for the longest run on the country chart. Besides his own material, he has also co-written singles for artists like Garth Brooks, Adam Gregory, the Eli Young Band, and Tim McGraw. One of his compositions, Brooks's "More Than a Memory", was the first song ever to debut at number one on the country chart, while the Eli Young Band's "Crazy Girl" was the Billboard Year-End top country song of 2011.
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  • Tim McGraw
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    Tim McGraw

    217 votes
    Tim McGraw, born Samuel Timothy McGraw in 1967 in Delhi, Louisiana, is a highly accomplished American country singer and songwriter. He has shaped the contemporary country music landscape with his soulful vocals and compelling storytelling. His journey to stardom began after discovering that his estranged father was Tug McGraw, a professional baseball player, which inspired him to pursue his dreams with steely determination. McGraw's music career took off in 1990 when he signed with Curb Records. In his initial years, he produced several successful singles that contributed to the growth of his fame. His breakthrough came in 1994 with the release of the album Not a Moment Too Soon, which peaked at number one on the Billboard Country charts. Throughout his career, McGraw has released more than 14 studio albums and a majority of those have reached number one on the Top Country Albums charts. He has also won multiple awards, including Grammys, over a dozen Academy of Country Music awards, and even a few People's Choice Awards, proving his mettle as a distinguished artist. Beyond music, Tim McGraw has also ventured into acting, showcasing his talent in films like Friday Night Lights and The Blind Side. His endeavors aren't limited to entertainment; he has been involved in various philanthropic activities. Together with his wife, Faith Hill, another country superstar, they have initiated several charitable projects, including Neighbor's Keeper Foundation, a non-profit organization aimed at improving community services in areas such as education and health. Despite his numerous accomplishments, McGraw remains grounded, often crediting his success to his fans and maintaining a warm, down-to-earth persona that resonates with audiences worldwide.
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  • Luke Bryan
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    Luke Bryan

    256 votes
    Thomas Luther "Luke" Bryan (born July 17, 1976) is an American country music singer and songwriter. He began his music career writing songs for Travis Tritt and Billy Currington – before signing with Capitol Nashville with his cousin, Chad Christopher Boyd, in 2007. Bryan's first nine albums – I'll Stay Me (2007), Doin' My Thing (2009), Tailgates & Tanlines (2011), Crash My Party (2013), Spring Break...Here to Party (2014), Spring Break...Checkin' Out (2015), Kill the Lights (2015), Farm Tour... Here's to the Farmer (2016), and What Makes You Country (2017); have included fourteen number-one hits. Bryan often co-writes with Jeff Stevens. In 2013, Bryan received the Academy of Country Music Awards, the Country Music Association Awards "Entertainer of the Year" award – and has sold over seven million albums and 27 million singles worldwide.
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  • Jason Aldean
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    Jason Aldean

    245 votes
    Jason Aldine Williams (born February 28, 1977), known professionally as Jason Aldean, is an American country music singer. Since 2005, Jason Aldean has been signed to Broken Bow Records, a record label for which he has released eight albums and 24 singles. His 2010 album, My Kinda Party, is certified quadruple-platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). His 2012 album Night Train is certified double-platinum, while his 2005 self-titled debut, 2007 album Relentless, 2009 album Wide Open, 2014 album Old Boots, New Dirt are all certified platinum. Of his singles, 19 have reached number one on either the Hot Country Songs or Country Airplay charts with "Why", "She's Country", "Big Green Tractor", "The Truth", "Don't You Wanna Stay" (a duet with Kelly Clarkson), "Dirt Road Anthem", "Fly Over States", "Take a Little Ride", "The Only Way I Know" (a collaboration with Luke Bryan and Eric Church), "Night Train", "When She Says Baby", "Burnin' It Down", "Just Gettin' Started", "Tonight Looks Good on You", "Lights Come On", "A Little More Summertime", "Any Ol' Barstool", “You Make It Easy”, and “Drowns the Whiskey” (a duet with Miranda Lambert). Eight more of his singles have reached the top 10.
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  • Kenny Chesney
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    Kenny Chesney

    179 votes
    Kenny Chesney, a revered figure in country music, boasts a career that spans several decades, reflecting his unyielding dedication to the genre and undeniable talent. Born Kenneth Arnold Chesney on March 26, 1968, in Knoxville, Tennessee, he cultivated his passion for music from an early age by receiving a guitar as a Christmas gift, which he christened "The Terminor". This ignited a spark that would lead him into the world of country music, shaping him into a musical icon admired for his unique sound and heartfelt lyrics. Chesney's journey to stardom began in earnest after graduating from East Tennessee State University in 1990 with a degree in advertising. Upon moving to Nashville, he performed at local clubs and co-wrote songs for other artists, marking his first steps into the music industry. His breakthrough arrived in 1994 with the release of his debut album, In My Wildest Dreams, under Capricorn Records. After the label's closure, Chesney signed with BNA Records and released All I Need to Know, solidifying his place in the country music scene. Chesney's career trajectory has been characterized by numerous hit songs, chart-topping albums, and prestigious awards. Among his most notable works are albums like No Shoes, No Shirt, No Problems, When the Sun Goes Down, and The Road and the Radio, all of which ascended to the number one spot on the US Billboard Top Country Albums chart. Recognized for his significant impact on country music, Chesney has accumulated countless accolades, including multiple Academy of Country Music and Country Music Association awards. Additionally, he was honored with the coveted Entertainer of the Year award four times by both organizations, underscoring his enduring influence and popularity in the genre.
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  • Brad Paisley
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    Brad Paisley

    187 votes
    Born on October 28, 1972, Brad Paisley is a lauded figure in the realm of country music. Hailing from Glen Dale, West Virginia, Paisley's passion for music was evident from a young age, with his first public performance taking place at church when he was just ten. Under the influence of notable figures like his grandfather, who gifted him his first guitar, Paisley embarked on a musical journey that would see him crowned as one of the most influential country musicians of his time. Paisley's career received a significant boost when he secured a songwriting contract with EMI Music Publishing. This opportunity paved the way for him to sign with Arista Nashville, releasing his debut album Who Needs Pictures in 1999. The album's success marked the beginning of a remarkable career, laden with numerous accolades, including multiple Grammy Awards and over a dozen Academy of Country Music Awards and Country Music Association Awards. Notably, Paisley was also inducted into the Grand Ole Opry in 2001, making him the youngest member ever at that time. Beyond his musical prowess, Paisley has been recognized for his humanitarian efforts. He co-founded the free grocery store "The Store" to assist those in need in Nashville, Tennessee. His dedication to philanthropy resonates strongly in his music, often addressing social issues and promoting unity. Furthermore, Paisley has ventured into the sphere of literature, releasing his book Diary of a Player: How My Musical Heroes Made a Guitar Man Out of Me in 2011.
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  • Jordan Davis
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    Jordan Davis

    139 votes
    Jordan Davis is an American country music singer signed to Universal Music Group Nashville's MCA Nashville division. He secured a recording contract with Universal Music Group Nashville in 2016. Davis' debut single, "Singles You Up", came out in mid-2017. He wrote the song with Steven Dale Jones and Justin Ebach.
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  • Walker Hayes
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    Walker Hayes

    200 votes
    Charles Edgar Walker Hayes (born December 27, 1979) is an American pop country singer and songwriter. He has released three studio albums: Reason to Rhyme in 2011 on Capitol Records Nashville, and Boom and Country Stuff the Album in 2017 and 2022 on Monument Records. Hayes has charted multiple singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs and Country Airplay charts; his highest-peaking is "Fancy Like", which reached the number one position on both charts between late 2021 and early 2022.
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  • Kane Brown
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    Kane Brown

    265 votes
    Kane Allen Brown (born October 21, 1993) is an American country music singer and songwriter. He first came to the attention of the public through social media. He released his first EP, titled Closer, in June 2015. A new single "Used to Love You Sober" was released in October 2015. After Brown signed with RCA Nashville in early 2016, the actual song was included on his EP Chapter 1, which was released in March 2016. He released his first full-length album, the self-titled Kane Brown on December 2, 2016. The single "What Ifs" was released the debut album, and in October 2017 Brown became the first artist to have simultaneous number ones on all five main country charts.
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  • Florida Georgia Line
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    Florida Georgia Line is an American bro-country duo comprising Brian Kelley and Tyler Hubbard. Florida Georgia Line was formed in 2010 in Nashville, Tennessee. In December 2011, they signed a publishing/production/management deal with Craig Wiseman, Kevin "Chief" Zaruk, and Joey Moi's partnership, Big Loud Mountain. Their second EP, It'z Just What We Do, charted on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart. They played on the 2012 Country Throwdown Tour, along with acts such as Josh Thompson, Corey Smith, Gary Allan, Justin Moore, and Rodney Atkins. They have also opened for Luke Bryan, Brantley Gilbert, Jake Owen, Colt Ford, and Dierks Bentley. They are currently on their Anything Goes tour with Thomas Rhett and Frankie Ballard. On July 16, 2012, Florida Georgia Line signed with Republic Nashville, part of the Big Machine Label Group. On October 14, 2014 the duo released their second record, Anything Goes.
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  • Garth Brooks
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    Garth Brooks

    166 votes
    Garth Brooks, born Troyal Garth Brooks on February 7, 1962, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is an iconic figure in the world of country music. Raised in a household where music was a significant part of life, Brooks's mother was a country singer on the Capitol Records in the 1950s. His early exposure to various music genres, from rock to folk, laid the foundation for his unique style that would later revolutionize country music. Despite his initial interest in athletics, Brooks received his degree in advertising at Oklahoma State University-Stillwater, where he also fine-tuned his musical skills, playing in local bars and clubs. In 1985, Brooks began his professional music career, moving to Nashville, Tennessee - the heartland of country music. However, he faced numerous rejections before finally signing with Capitol Records in 1989. His self-titled debut album, Garth Brooks, reached number two on the Billboard country chart, marking the beginning of his meteoric rise. Brooks's integration of rock elements into traditional country music widened the genre's appeal, bringing it into the mainstream. Throughout his career, Brooks has released multiple chart-topping albums and singles, earning numerous awards and accolades. Among his most notable achievements are his two Grammy Awards, 17 American Music Awards, and a record-setting seven Diamond-certified albums by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Moreover, with over 170 million records sold worldwide, Brooks stands as one of the best-selling solo artists in the United States. Despite a brief retirement in 2001 to focus on family, Brooks returned to the music scene in 2009, reaffirming his status as a country music legend.
  • Randy Travis
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    Randy Travis

    128 votes
    Randy Travis, born on May 4, 1959, as Randy Bruce Traywick, is an iconic figure in the world of country music. Born and raised in North Carolina, Travis was one of six children of a horse breeder and a textile factory worker. His passion for music emerged at a young age, with gospel music from his local church serving as his first introduction to the world of rhythm and melody. However, his journey was not without challenges - he endured a troubled youth marred by conflicts with law enforcement, substance abuse, and struggles to find a stable home. Determined to turn his life around, Travis focused on his love for music. He moved to Nashville in the late 1970s, where he was discovered performing in a nightclub by manager Elizabeth Hatcher. Their partnership, both professional and personal, would be instrumental in launching his successful career. His debut album Storms of Life, released in 1986, marked the beginning of his dominance in the country music scene. Travis's distinctive baritone voice, coupled with his traditional country sound, offered a stark contrast to the popular pop-country trend of the era. This difference set him apart, earning him numerous awards, including several Grammy Awards, Country Music Association Awards, and American Music Awards. Travis's personal life and health have faced significant trials. His relationship with Hatcher ended in 2010 after a 19-year marriage. In 2013, Travis suffered a near-fatal stroke that left him with limited mobility and speech capabilities. Despite these setbacks, his commitment to music remains unshaken. His contributions to country music continue to influence future generations of artists, cementing his legacy as a luminary of the genre. Even in the face of adversity, Randy Travis's story continues to inspire, representing the power of resilience and the enduring appeal of authentic country music.
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  • Hank Williams, Jr.
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    Hank Williams Jr., born on May 26, 1949, is an iconic figure in American country music. He is the son of the legendary Hank Williams Sr., who passed away when he was just three years old, leaving him a rich musical legacy to carry forward. Hank Jr.'s musical journey began early, with his first stage appearance at the age of eight. Overcoming the shadows of his father's fame and his own personal trials, he carved a unique path in the music industry, blending Southern rock, blues, and traditional country into a style all his own. Williams's career expanded over five decades, showcasing his talent as a singer-songwriter with more than 20 gold albums, six platinum albums and 13 chart-topping singles. His biggest hits include "Family Tradition" and "All My Rowdy Friends Are Coming Over Tonight," which became the opening theme for Monday Night Football from 1989 to 2011, and again from 2017 onwards. His work earned him numerous awards including multiple Entertainer of the Year awards from the Country Music Association, and induction into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. Despite his professional success, Williams's life was not without adversity. In 1975, he nearly lost his life in a mountain-climbing accident, which resulted in years of surgeries and recovery. This period greatly influenced his music, leading to a more personal and introspective style that further distinguished him from his father's legacy. Despite these challenges, Hank Williams Jr. continued to enthral audiences with his dynamic performances and raw lyrical honesty, establishing himself as a resilient force in American country music.
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  • Jimmie Allen
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    Jimmie Allen

    129 votes
    James Edward Allen (born June 18, 1986) is an American country music singer and songwriter. He is signed to Broken Bow Records imprint Stoney Creek, for which he has released the two singles "Best Shot" and "Make Me Want To" and the album Mercury Lane.
  • Keith Urban
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    Keith Urban

    135 votes
    Keith Urban, born on October 26, 1967 in Whangarei, New Zealand, is a highly acclaimed singer and songwriter in the country music genre. Raised in Caboolture, Queensland, Australia, his love for music was fostered at an early age with his parents' deep appreciation for American culture, particularly Country music. By the age of six, Urban was already learning guitar and entering local competitions, creating the foundation for his future career. His journey into professional music began in the early 1990s when he moved to Nashville, Tennessee, often considered the heartland of country music. Here, Urban formed a band known as "The Ranch", which saw moderate success before disbanding. Undeterred, Urban pursued a solo career and released his self-titled debut album in 1999. The album proved to be a massive hit, spawning four singles that reached the top 10 on the US Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. His unique blend of contemporary and traditional country styles helped him establish a distinctive musical identity. Throughout his career, Urban has consistently achieved both critical and commercial success, including multiple Grammy Awards and numerous number one singles. In addition to his prolific musical output, Urban has also showcased his talents as a judge on reality TV shows such as American Idol and The Voice Australia, further solidifying his place in the industry. Despite facing personal struggles along the way, his story serves as an inspiring testament to the power of talent, hard work, and perseverance in the pursuit of artistic achievement.
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  • Chris Lane
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    Chris Lane

    103 votes
    Chris Lane (born November 9, 1984) is an American country music singer and songwriter, signed to Big Loud Records and Big Loud Mountain management. Lane released "Girl Problems" in August 2016. The album's first single, "Fix", was released to country radio on October 30, 2015. It reached number one on the Country Airplay chart in August 2016. The album's second single, "For Her", was released to country radio on August 29, 2016.
  • Cody Jinks
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    Cody Jinks

    123 votes
    Meredith Cody Jinks (born August 18, 1980) is an American outlaw country music singer and songwriter. His 2016 album, I'm Not the Devil, reached No. 4 on the Billboard Country Albums chart, while his 2018 album, Lifers, reached No. 2 on the same chart.
  • Brett Eldredge
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    Brett Ryan Eldredge (born March 23, 1986) is an American country music singer, songwriter and record producer, signed to Warner Music Group Nashville. The cousin of Terry Eldredge of The Grascals, Eldredge has had three No. 1 singles on the Billboard Country Airplay chart from his debut studio album, Bring You Back: "Don't Ya", "Beat of the Music", and "Mean to Me".
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  • Mitchell Tenpenny
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    Mitchell Tenpenny (born August 17, 1989) is an American country music singer and songwriter from Nashville, Tennessee. He has released one studio album and two extended plays through Riser House Records and charted in 2018 with the single "Drunk Me", released on Columbia Records Nashville.
  • Travis Denning
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    Travis Denning (born December 1, 1992) is an American country music singer and songwriter signed to UMG Nashville's Mercury Nashville label. He has charted with the singles "David Ashley Parker from Powder Springs" and "After a Few", the latter of which has reached number one on the United States Country Airplay chart.
  • Vince Gill
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    Vince Gill

    119 votes
    Vincent Grant Gill (born April 12, 1957) is an American country singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. He has achieved commercial success and fame both as frontman to the country rock band Pure Prairie League in the 1970s and as a solo artist beginning in 1983, where his talents as a vocalist and musician have placed him in high demand as a guest vocalist and a duet partner. He has recorded more than 20 studio albums, charted over 40 singles on the U.S. Billboard charts as Hot Country Songs, and has sold more than 26 million albums. He has been honored by the Country Music Association with 18 CMA Awards, including two Entertainer of the Year awards and five Male Vocalist Awards. As of 2017, Gill has also earned 21 Grammy Awards, more than any other male country music artist. In 2007 he was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. On February 4, 2016, Gill was inducted into the Guitar Center Rock Walk by Joe Walsh of the Eagles. In 2017, Vince Gill and Deacon Frey were hired by the Eagles in place of the late Glenn Frey. Gill has been married to singer Amy Grant since March 2000.
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  • Colter Wall
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    Colter Wall

    117 votes
    Colter Wall (born June 27, 1995) is a Canadian singer, songwriter, and musician. Known for his deep, gruff baritone and narrative songwriting, Wall's music encompasses country, folk, and western styles. His self-titled debut album was released in May 2017, and his second album Songs of the Plains in October 2018. His third album, Western Swing & Waltzes and Other Punchy Songs, was released in August 2020.
  • Brothers Osborne
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    Brothers Osborne is an American country music duo consisting of brothers T.J. Osborne (lead vocals, rhythm guitar) and John Osborne (lead guitar, background vocals). Born in Deale, Maryland, the duo signed a recording contract with EMI Records Nashville in 2012 and began releasing music the following year. Among their first successes was the 2014 single "Rum," which received critical acclaim. It was followed by "Stay a Little Longer," which became a top five hit. Their success led to the release of their debut studio album titled Pawn Shop (2015). Since then, Brothers Osborne have released the albums Port Saint Joe (2018) and Skeletons (2020). The duo have since had further hits with "Shoot Me Straight" (2018) and as featured artists on Dierks Bentley's "Burning Man" (2019). Along with their own songwriting, their musical success is credited to producer Jay Joyce, who's produced all of their music. Artists that they've worked with include David Nail, Dierks Bentley, and Lee Ann Womack.
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  • Dan + Shay
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    Dan + Shay

    123 votes
    Dan + Shay is an American country music duo composed of vocalists and songwriters Dan Smyers and Shay Mooney. They are signed to Warner Bros. Records Nashville and have released three albums, Where It All Began, Obsessed, and Dan + Shay. These albums have accounted for a total of nine singles, of which five have topped the Country Airplay chart and two have topped the Hot Country Songs chart. In addition to their own material, the group's members have collaborated with Rascal Flatts, Lindsey Stirling, RaeLynn, and Kelly Clarkson among others.
  • Neal McCoy
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    Neal McCoy

    78 votes
    Hubert Neal McGaughey Jr. (born July 30, 1958), known professionally as Neal McCoy, is an American country music singer. He has released 10 studio albums on various labels, and has released 34 singles to country radio. Although he first charted on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in 1988, he did not reach the top 40 for the first time until 1992's "Where Forever Begins", which peaked at number 40. McCoy broke through two years later with the back-to-back number one singles "No Doubt About It" and "Wink" from his platinum-certified album No Doubt About It. Although he has not topped the country charts since, his commercial success continued into the mid to late 1990s with two more platinum albums and a gold album, as well as six more top 10 hits. A seventh top 10 hit, the number 10 "Billy's Got His Beer Goggles On", came in 2005 from his self-released That's Life.