Texas Country Dominates the Rankings!

Everything's bigger in Texas, including the country music talent! The Lone Star State has produced countless icons, and according to the Country Bios proprietary algorithm, Texas stars continue to shine brightly. Let's see who's currently topping the charts from TX!

Leading the Texas charge at #11 overall is Golden's own Kacey Musgraves, whose witty songwriting and genre-bending style have earned her multiple Grammys. Hot on her heels are powerhouse vocalist Miranda Lambert (Longview, #20) and Arlington native Maren Morris (#26), both known for their chart-topping hits and critical acclaim.

Of course, you can't talk Texas country without mentioning the legends. The undisputed "King of Country," George Strait (Poteet, #23), holds an incredible record for #1 hits. We also honor the enduring legacies of Houston-born Kenny Rogers (#31), Abbott's iconic outlaw Willie Nelson (#32), Littlefield's Waylon Jennings (#79), and the prolific songwriter/actor from Brownsville, Kris Kristofferson (#82). Seminole's Tanya Tucker (#89), a star since age 13, also ranks high.

The modern Texas sound is well-represented too! Former bull rider Cody Johnson (Sebastopol, #44) brings authentic cowboy grit, while Koe Wetzel (Pittsburg, #66) mixes country with rock and grunge, and Conroe's Parker McCollum (#92) carries the Texas troubadour torch.

From classic honky-tonk to modern country rock, Texas artists consistently define and redefine the genre.