Outlaw Country music

Outlaw Country is a subgenre of American country music that originated in the late 1960s and early 1970s, characterized by its rebellious spirit and rejection of mainstream Nashville standards. It features raw, gritty vocals and storytelling that often explores themes of independence, personal freedom, and anti-establishment sentiments. Artists like Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, and Merle Haggard helped define the genre, blending traditional country sounds with rock influences and a sense of rugged individualism. Outlaw Country celebrates authenticity and often embraces a rougher, more unpolished aesthetic, embodying a countercultural attitude within the country music landscape.