Country music has under gone so many changes in recent years it is no wonder country music listeners are not sure what is real country music and what is the rock version of country music. Many new country music artists are on the charts, winning artist of the year awards, making country music news and starring in videos. There is one country artist who has weathered the new wave of county music without losing popularity or record sales. And what country music artist is this you ask? Easy one! The Charlie Daniels Band. Charlie Daniels is one country music artist who has stayed true to his own unique style and brand of music. Numerous awards, videos and songs on country music charts prove the fans of country music appreciate Charlie Daniels as a country music artist.

I have seen the Charlie Daniels Band live two times and I have also seen live shows by bands like The Eagles, Heart, Chicago, Abba, Tom Petty, Kiss, Alabama, Leonard Skinnard, Beach Boys, The Rolling Stones and many others that are a hazy memory. I can say with out hesitation the Charlie Daniels Band was the tightest sounding band with the clearest instrumental play I have ever heard. The only other band to come close was Chicago. Best country music artist? Charlie Daniels without a doubt.