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Country music is having more than a moment. For the first time in history, the top five songs on Billboard's Hot 100 are all country or western-influenced.
Why it matters: The twang is transcending the South. Viral TikTok line dances, booming country music festivals and the enduring popularity of western wear are helping fuel a renaissance that is reshaping pop culture around the world.
