So as you guys probably remember I took that one course on country music and haven’t shut up about it since lol… Anyway I decided to share some amazing female artists with you guys because apparently female artists in country at the moment aren’t doing great and are being ignored by mainstream country so I thought I would do my part and share their amazing music with you guys!
The Dixie Chicks
The Dixie Chicks are one of, if not the most, iconic female country band of the 1990’s and 2000’s. They have always had a very unique sound even when they first started out and over the years that sound have moved away from the usual country sound to a more alt.country sound. This was probably a conscious choice because after the controversy that they faced they said that they no longer felt like they were part of mainstream country and so they may have changed their sound to alt.country which seemed to welcome them. They recently finally put out music after 14 years and expected it did not disappoint.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sbVPcPL30xc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pojL_35QlSI
Kacey Musgraves
She is definitely one of my favourite country musicians at the moment! She emerged at a time when country music did not have a lot of strong female musicians and those that did exist were sort of being sidetracked by “bro-country” which was growing increasingly popular. Unlike a lot of mainstream country musicians she is a lot more liberal and many of her songs do have political messages. She also has an alt.country sound but also has a lot of elements of mainstream country.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZfj2Ir3GgQ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nGIUtLO_x8g
Miranda Lambert
Miranda Lambert is exactly what you think of when you think of a badass Southern girl that’s strong and independent. She has solo music as well as with her group Pistol Annies. She sounds very country unlike the earlier two and definitely sticks with her roots. I personally find her music extremely raw and empowering.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7yg05svXp98
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cr0ktKa7SaQ
Dolly Parton
I mean I couldn’t possible make a list of female country musicians and leave out Dolly! She is one of the most iconic country musicians of all time and a living legend. She is not only a brilliant musician but also a brilliant business woman who has achieved so much in her life despite coming from a pretty rough background. If you haven’t heard Dolly Parton yet I don’t know what you’re waiting for.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UbxUSsFXYo4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IW25foOMkwI
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No country music. Just no. 😐
My husband, on the other hand, LOVES country music. I’ve gotten more than my fair share of it already. *covers ears* Lalalalalalalalalala
Lol I understand it’s not for everyone! Especially not mainstream bro-country- that stuff just makes me sick. I would recommend checking out the Dixie Chicks though they sound way more like rock and their songs are just so uplifting!
I’m familiar with the Dixie Chicks, not by choice LOL 😂 Some or their songs are OK and I tolerate them. My husband likes their music.
Haha I’ll take that!
Kacey! Anytime. (Well, I’m Texan, so there’s that).
Omg I love her so much I did one of my song analysis on her! Well personally I think Texan country is the best kind!
How about Reese Witherspoon? Oh wait, she just played a country singer in a movie. But, she did win an Oscar, so….
But did she win a Grammy?? Haha she’s a fantastic actress though!
Time for tunes!
We all need some tunes in our life!
Oh Miranda. The woman is a legend! <3
She really is!!
Awesome! 🙂 My Uncle has a doctorate in music, he taught Natalie Maines of the Dixie Chicks.
Omg that’s awesome!!
As someone who writes songs, I can understand why you enjoy country music. It is what many styles are based off of!
Yeah it definitely inspired a lot of great genres!
Love Dolly Parton! Definitely a living legend and truly iconic! 💕
She definitely is!
Great stuff.
Thank you!
Dolly Parton. Queen 👑👑
She is!!
When it comes to country music I have always loved Trisha Yearwood. Heaven, Heartache & The Power Of Love I promise you, it will get stuck 😊
Thanks for the suggestion I’ll definitely check her out!!
Thanks! I love female country artists! I’m listening to a French one right now, which I just got from someone else’s blog! 😁 Leyla McCalla
Wow Gaslighter was pretty damn quirky lol 😆
Lol it’s crazy but in a good way!
I’m still undecided!! Because of that freaky marching…😱
Lol that’s the best part!
🤣. It’s a bit like marmite haha.
The Marmite March 😉
Lolll!
Also The Marmite Bitches doing the march 😉
Actually I was reading in the youtube comments some of the stuff there, the history behind that band and song seems intriguing…!
Yeah it’s about the real life stuff that happened with the lead singer. It’s really interesting.
Ooh I’ll check her music out!
Well good choices. I love the Dixie Chicks. But my one of my favorite is Carrie Underwood.
Thank you! I’m not sure why but I just never got into Carrie Underwood that much. I like some of her songs a lot though!
I love these ladies. Thank you.
They’re brilliant!
I love Country and all the oldies like Dolly Parton, Lynn Anderson, Crystal Gayle and of course, Tammy. Thank you for sharing the latest country singers and looking forward to listening to them.
Caz x
The oldies are definitely brilliant and the latest ones have kept that legacy going!
Dixie Chicks! Woot Woot!! And throw Shania Twain and Faith Hill for old times sake 😉
Ooh yes I love Shania Twain and Faith Hil!!
great post! I’ve become a fan of country music, especially female country artists. I look forward to listening to all these videos!
They’re amazing I’m sure you’ll love them!!
thanks!
You’re welcome!
I am personally not a country music fan but Dolly has ALWAYS amazed me!! I think she has a great voice and shes also a fun actress to watch!
She is absolutely brilliant for sure!! She’s one of the first country singers I listened to.
I was first introduced to Dolly Parton when I watched Hannah Montana as a little gal!
Ooh yes and I think they have a cover of Jolene together too!
Yes they do!!!
I didn’t used to enjoy country. Now I love it. Try listening to Crystal Gayle, k d lang, Reba McEntire, Carlene Carter, Pistol Annies, Sweethearts of the Rodeo. There’s six that cross the boundaries of the genre; no two are alike so you may find one that speaks to you. I love them all, for different reasons. I’ve also been very fortunate to see k d land and Crystal Gayle, as well as Trisha Yearwood and Kathy Mattea perform live. Check ’em out. X
Thanks for the tips! I just screenshotted so I can check them out 🥰
Is that Jerry?
I went through a country phase when I was in high school, but haven’t listened as much lately. But I always hear great things about Kacey Musgraves!
She’s phenomenal you should definitely check it out!
Cool list!
My dad used to listen to the Dixie Chicks in the early 2000s so they were one of the groups I heard a lot of while I was a small child. I will definitely check out some of their new songs 🙂
Yeah they’ve been around for quite a while and you totally should I think you’ll enjoy it!
Thanks 🙂
You’re welcome!
Even though I don’t do country music, I still love Dolly
Yup Dolly is definitely a classic whether or not you’re into country!
Hi Pooja, Great post and glad you’re enjoying your studies (although ‘on hold’ at present.) Thank you. X
Thank you so much!