Country
Music Genre
Country music was born in the rural American South, with roots in folk music and the blues.
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It usually features guitar, banjo, fiddle and steel guitar, and lyrics that tell stories about everyday life, love and life in the countryside. Pick a country station from the list below and listen live, with no sign-up.
Frequently asked questions
What is bluegrass?
It is a style that grew out of the country and folk music of the Appalachian Mountains, played by acoustic string bands with banjo, fiddle, mandolin and guitar, at a fast tempo and with vocal harmonies.
Does country music exist only in the United States?
It was born there and has its strongest tradition there, but there are country scenes in other countries, such as Canada and Australia, and many online stations for the genre.