11 Country Legends That Will Help You Discover Your New Favorite Artist

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If you like Alan Jackson, you'll love Cole Swindell.

What they have in common:
Alan Jackson is widely revered for his "back home" storytelling that touches on living the good life, falling in love, and coping with a broken heart. As it turns out, Cole Swindell has a similar songwriting style. 

The newcomer's hit, "You Should Be Here," is centered around the grief Swindell feels after losing his father, reminding us a lot of Jackson's "Drive (For Daddy Gene). Both songs reflect on childhood memories and the fragility of life.