Bryan is one of the hottest stars in contemporary country music, but he might not have moved to Nashville to pursue his dreams if not for a push from his father.
At the age of 17, McCreery became the youngest male contestant to win 'American Idol', during the show's 10th season, but he was even younger when he first showed his musical promise ... at the ripe old age of one.
Jackson has been a fan-favorite singer for quite some time. But he isn't afraid to risk his popularity and take a stand for what he believes in -- even if it means going against what "the man" says.
Before Kelley was part of Grammy-winning country trio Lady A, he and his older brother Josh were in a country rock group, and their first-ever record deal was offered by none other than the Godfather of Soul.