Tired of Mainstream Country Radio? Start Here.

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Are you just dang tired of hearing "country songs" on the radio that let's just face it - aren't country? Then start here. This is the video for you. I dive into a few different country artists that are killing it right now that you should definitely check out! Let me know what others I missed in the comments!
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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro
2:02 - Colter Wall
5:59 - Midland
9:11 - Charley Crockett
12:52 - Sturgill Simpson
17:20 - Tyler Childers
20:35 - Wildcard Artist
23:01 - Outro

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@keithhenson9788 Жыл бұрын

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

@texb69 Жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@jacoblamb3535 Жыл бұрын

Best songwriter breathing.

@wendyfairfull8967 10 ай бұрын

I concur

@thewesternside 6 ай бұрын

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

@slayinbass2396 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

Heck yeah! Love all those picks!!

@reddirtroots5992 Жыл бұрын

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

@JEEDUHCHRI Жыл бұрын

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

@ayyy5372 Жыл бұрын

BMFS!!! 🐐 🐐 🐐

@oldgregg2374 Жыл бұрын

@@thewesternsidedo a billy strings video

@mikeb7047 Жыл бұрын

Molly Tuttle and Sierra Hull are both outstanding Bluegrass artists

@TheJhtlag Жыл бұрын

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

@luthiermatt Жыл бұрын

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

@jacobkrogmeier4256 Жыл бұрын

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

@thewesternside Жыл бұрын

He’s so unique!!

@A-10-MANN333 Жыл бұрын

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

@donwade_ Жыл бұрын

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

@JamesBaleLA Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@thewesternside Жыл бұрын

So good

@oceanpiggy Жыл бұрын

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

@greatwhite3676 Жыл бұрын

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

@zachbalko90 Жыл бұрын

Yeah I'm in love with her

@sambellinger3416 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

Ray wiley hubard

@connorluedtke8480 Жыл бұрын

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

@thewesternside Жыл бұрын

He’s great

@armyof12monkeyss Жыл бұрын

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

@shardanette1 Жыл бұрын

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 8 ай бұрын

Sierra who?

@shardanette1 8 ай бұрын

@@gristlevonraben Ferrell

@gristlevonraben 8 ай бұрын

thank you!@@shardanette1

@nasanoir310 Жыл бұрын

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

@thewesternside Жыл бұрын

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

@ryanjames5072 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@reddirtroots5992 Жыл бұрын

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

@briana325 Жыл бұрын

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

@thewesternside Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!!! 🤘🏼

@mejulian01 Жыл бұрын

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

@alfonso.toribio Жыл бұрын

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 KZfaq channels. As a Spaniard that makes traditional American music, this was really awesome to watch. Thanks again!

@thewesternside Жыл бұрын

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

@willthethrill359 2 ай бұрын

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!

@tommeyer5991 Жыл бұрын

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

@christophersartainmusic734 Жыл бұрын

Cool vid! Thanks amigo!

@MikeJohnson-dr2tu Жыл бұрын

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 .

@mikedkc Жыл бұрын

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

@lacrosseservicetime1962 Жыл бұрын

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

@Clarinet_cowboy2000 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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!

@GnomeMoreGoodbyes Ай бұрын

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!

@ohiosgreatestmusic6851 Жыл бұрын

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

@lukefullerton509 Жыл бұрын

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

@JCHIZ03 Жыл бұрын

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

@thewesternside Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Jack! I appreciate it!

@iamryan_inBits Жыл бұрын

Glad to see a video on this, thanks 🙏

@thewesternside Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching sir!!

@a.geddes6201 Жыл бұрын

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

@fergofns Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

Heck yeah! 💪🏼 thanks so much for watching

@fergofns Жыл бұрын

Of course, .. Keep up the good work.

@ScottMcdonaldMusic Жыл бұрын

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

@honkytonkdragon Жыл бұрын

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!

@rexbowen4107 Жыл бұрын

Nick Shoulders, Nick Shoulders, Nick Shoulder! Great video

@marcharris4176 Жыл бұрын

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

@jacobalberga3149 Жыл бұрын

Yooooo!!! You’re videos are AMAZING!! Keep this up. I’m obsessed!

@mikebennett1461 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@thomasmedeiros5722 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@nbwarehouse Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

Heck yeah!! Thanks for watching!! 🤘🏼

@JoeBuckDaniel1 Жыл бұрын

Jason James!!

@nbwarehouse Жыл бұрын

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

@JoeBuckDaniel1 Жыл бұрын

@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 Жыл бұрын

@@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.

@jamesrollins1122 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching and the recs 🤘🏼

@AREA_RC-51 Жыл бұрын

Man... incredible video! Great info... I'm inspired - Thank You! Subscribed.

@colebailey Жыл бұрын

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

@andya2974 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video 😊

@tangofett4065 Жыл бұрын

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

@swampfox72 10 ай бұрын

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.

@scottkenzig5144 5 ай бұрын

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

@peacetrain3320 Жыл бұрын

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

@BroncoIsBack Жыл бұрын

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

@calebheidel2292 Жыл бұрын

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

@thewesternside Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!!

@CoasterMan13Official Жыл бұрын

Midland's alright.

@smelltheglove2038 Жыл бұрын

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

@GaOutlawVinyl Жыл бұрын

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

@squeakiemusic Жыл бұрын

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!

@connietillia9339 Жыл бұрын

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 !!

@claybass3631 Жыл бұрын

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

@lewismorgan13 Жыл бұрын

great video! Matt Heckler is another of my favourites!

@thewesternside Жыл бұрын

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

@paulantoni1046 Жыл бұрын

hey man excellent video here //happy to learn some new names , they are really good

@kcsopinionsterriblevideoskill Жыл бұрын

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. 😅

@neilashton9459 Жыл бұрын

Great list and FWIW would also add Morgan Wade (talk about grit) and The Dead South (another Saskatchewan act).

@dominic_lf4240 Жыл бұрын

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

@JamesPetitt1981 5 ай бұрын

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

@Mark_Maze Жыл бұрын

This dude has insight! Country Music Highway on RT 23 looking for Hitch Hikers!

@ronhowell4886 Жыл бұрын

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.

@robertvilain1920 Жыл бұрын

Midland sucks live. Great music, no energy though.

@janetkurasz1647 Жыл бұрын

You featured ALL my favorite country artists!

@thewesternside Жыл бұрын

Heck yeah!!!! 💪🏼

@TexasHornsFootball Жыл бұрын

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

@herbcm85 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@ericpoetzl5415 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

Heck yeah! Definitely check her out

@Mrdjlimp Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

That’s awesome! Thank you for watching!!

@bradbreeding1698 Жыл бұрын

I just saw the thumbnail and knew that this was for me

@rafaelcenteno3027 11 ай бұрын

Great video! This encompasses exactly how I feel towards country music Can you provide a list for your rapid fire?

@michaeldoran8157 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestions... my BR5-49 and Mavericks records 'bout got worn out grooves.

@tannerzahnley7196 Жыл бұрын

Great video!!

@thewesternside Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@pwn3426 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@CalebStew Жыл бұрын

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

@thewesternside Жыл бұрын

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

@ChrisLawton66 Жыл бұрын

Paul Cauthen, Orville Peck, and Dirt Miller are some of my current favorites.

@mrmyth5846 Жыл бұрын

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

@theexpert758 8 ай бұрын

I've loved Sierra for years now. I first came across her from Jeremiah on vhsgems way back now. Rosemary is really good too.

@joblessalex Жыл бұрын

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.

@peterapazidis8889 Жыл бұрын

Before the intro ended I was already thinking of Colter Wall

@m0zartwithn0.pian04 11 ай бұрын

Benjamin Tod (and his two piece with his lady called lost dog street band) and Casper Allen are some great ones too

@jefflemon7382 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@lildiabeto 4 ай бұрын

This is the biggest cook of the year

@azurewizard3840 Жыл бұрын

I'd also recommend some of the raw sounds of Justin Townes Earle. His not-so modern tracks have a bit of bluegrass and swing to them.

@LeopardPrintZebras Жыл бұрын

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

@waynethera2712 Жыл бұрын

Mandolin Orange/Watchhouse is a great bluegrass, country folk sound. Wildfire and Golden Embers are great.

@seththomas9105 Жыл бұрын

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.

@charlesandrews2360 Жыл бұрын

When I was a kid it was Jerry Jeff, Waylon, BW Stevenson, Flying Burrito Bros. Start with Gram Parsons

@brendenfriers9668 Жыл бұрын

49 Winchester, Randall King, Whiskey Myers, Flatland Cavalry, Muscadine Bloodline some great artists as well

@braydenzaleski9025 11 ай бұрын

I'm a metalhead who's kinda just recently getting into country charley and tyler are 2 of my favorites especially the song Whitehouse road

@Lodifootball Жыл бұрын

Do you have a great taste in music I listen to all these guys the only band you open my eyes to and I started listening to West Midland thank you🤙❤️

@thewesternside Жыл бұрын

🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼

@d-rey1727 Жыл бұрын

Good choices. I'd add Flatland Calvary and 49 Winchester to the mix.

@AdministrativeFinance Жыл бұрын

Telling my country fan friends about this channel

@thewesternside Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@patriciaellinghausen4365 Жыл бұрын

Robert Artz, wow what a songwriter- and that voice!

@dancorcoran4135 Жыл бұрын

Margo Price is must listen music. Amazing artist!

@Electriceditz530 10 ай бұрын

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

@jordanb8909 11 ай бұрын

Greetings from Alberta. Have a listen to Corb Lund! He’s a bit of a western Canadian legend

@thejoyofthemusicinmylife7897 4 ай бұрын

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.

@hayden6327 Жыл бұрын

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

@thewesternside Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

I’m going to see him in August.

@kylebrauckman3863 Жыл бұрын

Please do a full Colter wall video, these are so interesting.

@EasyThere Жыл бұрын

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

@chrisanctil5815 Жыл бұрын

Lost dog street band one of my favorites.

@toddmcdonough4670 Жыл бұрын

Phil Cook, Marques Morel, and The Tallest Man On Earth are great. They're definitely more bluegrass and folk than straight country but still worth checking out. "When I Hear That Train" by Marques Morel "Belong" by Phil Cook "I'm A Stranger Now" by The Tallest Man On Earth