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Big Year for Country
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Some musical genres have a difficult time crossing over into new territories and merging with other genres. Then there are those genres that are hard to place due tot the fact that they could be anything. Pop music is one category that has no problem merging and redefining musical lines. Hip hop, country, and other styles of music have been known to make their way into pop songs and music over the years. One genre that really has not been huge at breaking through some musical barriers would have to be country music, but in 2011 country proved us wrong when there were more collaborations and hits than ever in the past. Last year really was a big year for country and it looks like it will only get bigger throughout 2012.
- America goes country on “American Idol.” For the first time ever on the reality music show country music was the dominate force. Both of the singers in the number one and two spot were dedicated to singing country music. Not only were they both country crooners, but they were both teenagers too. And unlike in the past when the top contestants faded out quickly, the winner Scotty McCreery and runner-up Lauren Alaina have already created some top-ranked country music.
- Taylor Swift manages to cross all sorts of boundaries on her “Speak Now” tour. This girl can seemingly do it all, and at such a young age. More than just a country music show, Taylor Swift traveled the world with acrobats and incredible performers to provide an impressive show no matter what genre of music it represents.
- Most of the world was focused on the marriage of the royal couple, Will and Kate, but two country stars had their own wedding that was a little more realistic for us normal people. Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert tied the knot in May of 2011 in Texas. They kept the event unique and made sure that their styles and lives were reflected throughout the time.
- Country and hip hop merged as Jason Aldean had some help from rapper Ludacris on his “Dirt Road Anthem” single. This is not the first time the two genres have collided, but I think it means more to come.