In the world of country music, there are generally two camps: those who love what's on country radio, and those who hate it. Those latter fans have helped a new generation of artists that bring distinct styles and perspectives to the table and flourish on platforms like Spotify and YouTube.
Flip through the slideshow below for a list of 18 artists who've found a major audience outside the world of country music, from Americana stalwart Jason Isbell to newcomers like Charley Crockett and Billy Strings.
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