Summary: Country music is changing in just about every way. A more pop-friendly sound, sold out stadium tours, and a fresh batch of new talent is challenging tradition and moving the genre to new heights. Don't panic; the classic country style is still alive and well. During the singing competition craze of the early 2000s, NBC developed a show for its cable channel USA to capitalize on the success of shows like American Idol. Nashville Star ran from 2003-2008, and had a bit of a kick to it; performers
