Carrie Horton

Wilson says that her 2004 hit single "Redneck Woman" was inspired by Hill's "Breathe" music video.

It's not too often that a successful bull-rider leaves his career to be a country music singer, but it sure seems to have made sense for this guy!

"I got in at, like, 1AM and just turned the radio on, and there it was ..."

Do y'all agree with our picks?

Americana stars share their definitions of the genre.

Which one's your favorite?

Songs about being a musician are often full of vulnerable truths and deep meaning ... and sometimes, they're just a whole lot of fun.

Do you know the nicknames of your favorite country stars?

The annual even boasts performances from more than 350 artists on 11 stages, both free and ticketed, throughout downtown Nashville.

Believe it or not, lots of your favorite performers actually have a dedicated name for the musicians who play alongside them.

Here's what it takes.

Get to know the rising singer-songwriter.