The Best Country Music of 2018
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From tear-jerkers to party anthems, 2018 was a great year for country music. Here are some of the best songs that came out this year.
Introduction
As 2018 comes to a close, it’s time to look back on the year that was in country music. From artists debuting their very first songs to veteran musicians releasing chart-topping hits, this past year was filled with an incredible amount of new music.
And while there were plenty of great songs to choose from, we’ve compiled a list of what we believe are the best country songs of 2018. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the best country music that 2018 had to offer.
The Best Country Music of 2018
It’s been a great year for country music. We’ve seen a lot of great new artists emerge, and some old favorites come back with new music. In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the best country music of 2018. We’ll start with a few of our favorite new artists, and then take a look at some of the best new music from established artists.
The Revivalists
The Revivalists are an American rock band formed in 2007 in New Orleans, Louisiana.[1] The band consists of Ed Williams (pedal steel guitar, guitar), David Shaw (lead vocals), Zack Feinberg (guitar), George Gekas (bass guitar), Rob Ingraham (saxophone), Michael Girardot (trombone) and Andrewcampanelli (drums).
The band has released five studio albums: Crazy World (2014), Men Amongst Mountains (2015), Take Good Care (2018) and All My Friends EP(2018). Their song “Wish I Knew You” reached number one on the US Billboard Alternative Songs chart in 2016 and was certified double platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America.
Chris Stapleton
Chris Stapleton’sFrom A Room: Volume 1 was released in May of 2017 to critical and commercial acclaim. The album, which is the follow-up to Stapleton’s debut studio album Traveller (2015), won the Grammy Award for Best Country Album and was nominated for Album of the Year. From A Room: Volume 2 was released in December of 2017 and won the Grammy Award for Best Country Album. The album features the singles “Broken Halos” and “Millionaire”.
Brothers Osborne
One of the best country music albums of 2018 is Brothers Osborne’s “Port Saint Joe.” This album was released in April 2018 and has been a top album on the Billboard Country Music chart since its release. “Port Saint Joe” is the second album released by Brothers Osborne and features the hit singles “Shoot Me Straight,” “I Don’t Remember Me (Before You),” and “Ain’t My Fault.” If you are a fan of country music, then you need to check out this album.
Maren Morris
2018 was a great year for country music, and Maren Morris was one of its brightest stars. Morris released her major-label debut album, Hero, in June of that year, and the record quickly rocketed to the top of the charts. The album’s first single, “My Church,” was a hit with both country radio and music critics, and its follow-up, “80s Mercedes,” was an even bigger success. Thanks to the overwhelming success of Hero, Morris was nominated for four Grammy Awards in 2018, including Best New Artist.
Sam Hunt
Sam Hunt’s music isn’t easy to define, but that’s one of the things that makes it so special. His songs have elements of pop, rock, and R&B, which makes for a sound that is both unique and familiar. And while he’s not a traditional country artist, his music has been embraced by the country community.
Hunt got his start in the music industry as a songwriter, and he has co-written several hits for other artists, including Keith Urban’s “Cop Car” and Billy Currington’s “We Are Tonight.” But it was his debut album, Montevallo, that truly launched his career. The album topped the Billboard Country chart and spawned the hit singles “Leave the Night On” and “Take Your Time.”
If you’re looking for something new and different in country music, then you need to check out Sam Hunt. He’s one of the most talented and intriguing artists in the genre, and he’s sure to have a big year in 2018.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the best country music of 2018 was a wide variety of great music from many different artists. There was everything from sad break-up songs to upbeat anthems about taking life by the horns. There were also many great love songs and odes to small-town life. No matter what your taste in country music is, there was something for everyone in 2018.
