“Since 2002, American Idol has been an important showcase for country music, and after Carrie Underwood shot to superstardom following her Season 4 win, the reality singing competition got even more involved in finding some of the best young country singers in the world. The show helped discover a virtual Who’s Who of contemporary country, including Kellie Pickler, Scotty McCreery and Kree Harrison.”

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