Best 100 country rock releases

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Description of country rock music

Country rock is a genre of popular music that combines elements of country and rock music. It emerged in the late 1960s and early 1970s, with roots in the folk music and rock scenes of the 1960s. Country rock typically features a blend of traditional country instrumentation, such as steel guitar and fiddle, with rock instrumentation, such as electric guitar and drums. The vocals in country rock are often sung in a country style, with lyrics that often explore themes related to rural life, love, and heartbreak. Some well-known country rock artists include The Byrds, Gram Parsons, The Eagles, Linda Ronstadt, and Creedence Clearwater Revival.

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