I read an article today in the paper about how Country Music is now number one in popularity.  Artists such as Rascal Flatts, Kenny Chesney, and Sugarland now is bringing in more and more fans especially in the 16-24 year old age group.  Apparently Country Music has not been this big since Garth Brook’s popularity.  It said that most people listen to country anymore because of the message that usually can be found in most songs plus its usually family friendly.  Rap and Rock usually does not have a message or story in their music but country does which people can relate to in these turbulent times.  Even the Dixie Chicks who thumbed their noses at their fans, the president and radio stations sold 2 million copies on their last album.  This really does not surprise me that much as I have always liked the fact that you can find something to relate to in country music, it makes you feel unlike some!