10 Country Stars Who Are Major Trendsetters

10 Country Stars Who Are Major Trendsetters

 The Dixie Chicks

   

Lead singer Natalie Maines and sisters Martie Erwin Maguire and Emily Erwin Robinson started The Dixie Chicks in 1989 in Dallas, Texas. After some time, their unique voice combinations and ability to play several instruments catapulted them to the top of the country music industry. In the 1990s and early 2000s, they were key trendsetters in the music industry.

 Leann Rimes

Leann Rimes started her professional country music career at the age of 13, becoming the youngest country star since Tanya Tucker. Since that time, her career has had many ups and downs. With a number of awards

  Kacey Musgraves 

Long before she was known within the country music industry, Kacey Musgraves was releasing music on her own. Before she participated on USA's television show "Nashville Star," Musgraves self-released three albums. Since that time, she has garnered 

  Shawna Thompson

Shawna Thompson, one half of Thompson Squared, first entered the mainstream country music genre in 2010. With her husband, Keifer, she has released two albums. Thompson has not earned as much fame as some of her female country music counterparts, but she is an up-and-coming performer that many fans are watching.

 Jennifer Nettles

Jennifer Nettles and her counterpart Kristian Bush make up the country music duo Sugarland. In 2006, the duo earned a Grammy award for Best New Artist. Since that time, the pair has continued to make waves in the industry with their catchy lyrics and unforgettable melodies. Nettles tends to take on the public face of the group.

  Hillary Scott

As co-lead singer of Lady Antebellum, Hillary Scott finds herself front and center when it comes to representing the group. Since they formed the group in 2006, Lady Antebellum has turned into a favorite group across the country. Their top hits include "I Run to You" and "American Honey."

  Kellie Pickler

After getting her start on "American Idol," Kellie Pickler became a mainstay in the country music industry. Her song "Red High Heels" garnered substantial popularity and propelled her into a household name. After receiving a ranking as one of the best "American Idol" alumni and making waves on "Dancing with the Stars," Pickler continues to rise in country music.

     Faith Hill

Faith Hill was one of the first female performers that helped turn country music into a mainstream music genre. Throughout her career and marriage to Tim McGraw, she has exemplified country music as a sweet and down-to-earth performer. She even served as the voice of Sunday Night Football by singing the opening song.

  Taylor Swift

From surprising women at their bridal showers to topping the charts, Taylor Swift is a household name. Although she got her start as a sweet, down-to-earth country music star, she has blurred the lines and become a bit of a pop star as her career continues. Swift has dated many high-profile celebrities, raising her star status in the process.

   Miranda Lambert

With her long blonde locks and sweet country twang, Miranda Lambert has risen to the top as one of the best female country singers. Her marriage to fellow country star Blake Shelton has elevated both their careers and kept them in the spotlight. Because of her natural beauty and sensible style, she serves as a major influence in the industry.