Welcome to MusicBanter, Jack!
I think country music must be very popular around where I live, because non-pay TV has two country channels. (I must confess I bleep over those when channel surfing on the rare occasions that I watch TV). But I *do* like Taylor Swift's "Love Story" and that's country, right?
Who are some of your favorite rock and country artists? (I already know your favorite rappers from your list.

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I'm glad everyone on the forum seemed nice to you, and I hope you'll enjoy the conversations. Thanks for introducing yourself!
Erica