Essential 2010s country rock

The best Country Rock albums of the 2010s.

Where to start with 2010–2019 country rock — with a one-line read on why each one matters.

Top of the 2010s — country rock

Top picks from 2010–2019, ranked by where we would start.

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Shania Twain

Now

A vibrant blend of contemporary country and pop, infused with Shania's signature storytelling and infectious energy.

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Be Myself

Sheryl Crow

Be Myself

A reflective blend of folk-rock and pop, exploring themes of authenticity and self-acceptance with Sheryl Crow's signature warmth.

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100 Miles from Memphis

Sheryl Crow

100 Miles from Memphis

A vibrant blend of soulful melodies and rootsy rhythms that captures the heart of Americana music.

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Django & Jimmie

Willie Nelson

Django & Jimmie

A heartfelt blend of traditional country sounds enriched by storytelling that reflects on legacy and loss.

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My Way

Willie Nelson

My Way

A smooth, reflective collection of classic standards delivered with Willie Nelson's signature warmth and understated vocal style.

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Cry Pretty

Carrie Underwood

Cry Pretty

A blend of heartfelt ballads and anthemic pop-infused country, showcasing both vulnerability and resilience.

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Storyteller

Carrie Underwood

Storyteller

A vibrant blend of country storytelling and pop sensibility, with anthemic choruses and emotionally resonant themes.

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Man Against Machine

Garth Brooks

Man Against Machine

A blend of traditional country storytelling with contemporary themes, delivered through Garth Brooks' unmistakable vocal power.

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Goin' Down Rockin': The Last Recordings

Waylon Jennings

Goin' Down Rockin': The Last Recordings

A raw testament to resilience, blending heartfelt storytelling with the grit of outlaw country and rockabilly influences.

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Old School New Rules

Hank Williams Jr.

Old School New Rules

'Old School New Rules' represents a pivotal moment in Hank's career where he merges classic influences with contemporary sensibilities. It's an album that encapsulates his evolution as an artist while staying true to his roots.

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It's About Time

Hank Williams Jr.

It's About Time

A blend of Southern rock and country, infused with a modern edge and Hank's signature storytelling.

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Songs from St. Somewhere

Jimmy Buffett

Songs from St. Somewhere

A laid-back blend of beachy folk rock and country-infused storytelling that evokes the carefree spirit of tropical living.

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'Tis the SeaSon

Jimmy Buffett

'Tis the SeaSon

A sun-soaked holiday album blending festive cheer with Buffett's signature laid-back tropical flair.

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Shadows in the Night

Bob Dylan

Shadows in the Night

A reverent collection of classic standards delivered with haunting sincerity and Dylan's unmistakable vocal texture.

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Fallen Angels

Bob Dylan

Fallen Angels

A lush tapestry of jazz standards, infused with Dylan's unmistakable voice and emotive reinterpretation.

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A Letter Home

Neil Young

A Letter Home

An intimate collection of covers recorded on vintage equipment, blending raw emotion with nostalgic reflections.

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The Visitor

Neil Young

The Visitor

A blend of rock and folk, this album weaves political commentary with heartfelt melodies and introspective lyrics.

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Privateering

Mark Knopfler

Privateering

A rich tapestry of storytelling woven through blues-inflected melodies and country-tinged instrumentation, reflecting life's complexities.

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Tracker

Mark Knopfler

Tracker

A reflective journey through storytelling, blending rootsy instrumentation with Knopfler's signature fingerstyle guitar and evocative lyrics.

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The Search for Everything: Wave Two

John Mayer

The Search for Everything: Wave Two

A blend of introspective lyrics and melodic hooks, merging soft rock with bluesy undertones and reflective storytelling.

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Born and Raised

John Mayer

Born and Raised

A reflective blend of folk and rock, weaving introspective lyrics with warm acoustic melodies.

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I'm American

Billy Ray Cyrus

I'm American

A heartfelt blend of traditional country storytelling and contemporary pop sensibilities, echoing themes of patriotism and resilience.

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Thin Line

Billy Ray Cyrus

Thin Line

A blend of heartfelt storytelling and traditional country sounds, reflecting on love, loss, and longing.

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24 Karat Gold: Songs from the Vault

Stevie Nicks

24 Karat Gold: Songs from the Vault

A treasure trove of lost gems, blending rich melodies with nostalgic lyrics that weave Stevie Nicks' signature storytelling.

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