The Enduring Influence of Brooks & Dunn
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- It's time for a deep dive into Brooks & Dunn! They're some of the most iconic country music hitmakers of the 90s, with their honky tonk music, their undeniably fun showmanship, and their western fashion sense. In this vid, I argue that they just might be the most influential act in today's country.
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00:00 - 90s Country and Brooks & Dunn
01:44 - Brand New Band - The Formation
03:23 - Hard Workin' Men - The Breakout Years
06:17 - Cowboy Couture - The Fashion
08:36 - Brooks and DONE? - Solo Projects and Hiatus
10:27 - Double Trouble - A Note About Duos
12:17 - Rebooted - A New Generation
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This video was a labor of love, and it's been in the works for a while! Brooks and Dunn's music and image has proven to be one of the MOST influential factors in the country music of today, and I knew I had to talk about it at some point. I'd love if you shared this with a Brooks & Dunn fan in your life, or just hit the like button and let's blow this one up. (Cuz I think it's good!)
I know content is dripping slowly, but I'm almost done with the chaos of moving, and hope to hit my stride again soon!!
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This was great. Thank you Grady
Grady do you have a email address that I could email you at?
Amazing video man
Can you do a video about how Martina McBride is an underrated vocalist and artist!!
Grady, this was one of the best videos you've done in a very long time. Thanks for the research and the hard work. You da best!
As a kid born in the mid 90s, Alan Jackson, Kenny Chesney, Toby Keith, and Brooks & Dunn are what I grew up on and always will have a special place in my heart
I was born in the same year they released their first single and debut album (both titled Brand New Man), so 90s country holds a special place in my heart as well.
Ronnie Dunn is the gold standard when it comes to voice and no one will ever touch him
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I prefer Garth Brooks’ voice, but Dunn is definitely “S tier”
Brooks and Dunn are now in they’re late 60s. I went to a sold out show in Knoxville back in May and it’s like nothing has changed. Kix still jumps all over the stage and Ronnie’s voice never faulted once. They have aged well.
Their entire discography is honestly great, but "Neon Moon" has to be my favorite of theirs. It's an all-time breakup ballad.
When you have a 2 disk 30 song album called "#1s and then some" your discography is no longer in question
Personally I can't pick just one for me at best I can narrow it down to three
Everyone loves Ronnie Dunns voice but I think it's worth mentioning that Kix Brooks sung in my opinion one of their greatest songs "You're gonna miss me when I'm gone"
I think if you really want to hear Ronnie Dunns voice at it's best "That ain't no way to go" is a masterpiece
But probably my favorite song ever is "Cowgirls don't cry" with Reba the only reason I can't call it my absolute favorite Brooks and Dunn song is because Reba really made that song special ... It's a great song even without here but it's definitely not their best
Cowgirls don’t Cry is such an underrated deep cut. One of my favourite acts of all time
Red Dirt Road is my favorite Brooks and Dunn song. It's very nostalgic and heartwarming in the original version. The version with Cody Johnson added so much flavor to the song and its really cool to see how receptive Brooks and Dunn are to new styles of country music.
I just saw them in concert a couple of weeks ago. One of the best I’ve ever been to. Their energy is insane. They are happy to be there. 10/10. They opened with brand new man and the place blew up! Worth going to!
Was this at CFD? They blew me away, what a show!
@@julzlucas7135 this was in Louisiana but I feel like wherever they go, they put on a show!
Brooks and Dunn instantly sets the mood whenever their music comes on in any saloon. You’re like, yeah....this feels right.....”barkeep!...”
That Reboot album is awesome. As a newer country fan (started listening maybe 10 years ago), I definitely knew who they were and some of their songs. But it was so cool seeing them sing along the stars of today and I really enjoyed listening to that album and then listening to the originals.
Same, I loved Kacey Mustgraves's verison of Neon Moon.
As a recent highschool graduate, my senior prom played Boot Scootin' Boogie, and it started up huge group of people to line dancing! It was fun to see a bunch of kids who typically dont listen to country, dance to that song. There's just something about Brooks and Dunn that unites all music lovers.
"Rock My World (Little Country Girl)" is probably my favorite B&D song. The opening guitar lick is probably my favorite of any song I've ever heard.
I'm literally seeing Brooks & Dunn tonight at the Iowa State Fair, so the timing of this video couldn't be better!
Ronnie Dunn has such an underrated voice! B&D is just fantastic. Big part of my country loving development.
@@junesmith4159 thanks Wikipedia lol You went out of your way just for a gotcha orrrrrr?
I think it's more just to tell you you're wrong. And he was right. Sorry bud
@@buzzkillington3840 if popularity equals quality then Luke Bryan and Taylor swift has just as good of a voice as Ronnie. I’d think when people think top voices in country Ronnie Dunn isn’t immediately thought of. Meaning underrated. Sorry bud.
I LOVE Brooks and Dunn!!!! Their music is timeless to me. You can't talk about 90s music without mentioning them!!!!
Great video Grady! The quality of this one really showcases the time and effort you put into this. We notice and appreciate it!
I appreciate that!
@@GradySmith I hope you can do Garth Brooks or Reba McEntire. They need their stories to be told. Especially Garth. imagine a world without him.
Those hair comparisons were awesome!!!! Loved the video!
I love Brooks and Dunn. Truly an iconic part of 90s country music and it endures. I'm glad they're still getting love.
Ronnie Dunn has an ICONIC voice in country music! He is one of my personal favorite vocalists no question. Great stuff Grady!
Saw them in concert last month, they’re awesome live! Neon moon has gotta be my most favorite country song of all time
Best concert I ever went to was a Brooks and Dunn/Travis Tritt concert last year. The energy was unreal and Ronnie can still flat out sing
Saw them in Concert not long ago and it was one HELL of a show ! The energy was amazing and emotions were high !!
I've been waiting for this video for so long and you didn't disappoint. Brooks & Dunn are my absolute favorite musical act of all time and it's great to have this deep dive into their incredible career!
Their debut album came out when I was 8 years old and they became the first band that I actually remember caring about and following. I recall excitingly listening to each weekend countdown to find out where their songs were on the list. Later when I finally got my own CD player, their greatest hits album was the first CD I ever bought. Great video!
Brooks and Dunn are awesome especially when they team up with Reba. I loved their hit If you see him.
I got to see them in person at a corporate event in the early 2000’s, that concert was a blast. I can’t pick a favorite song, My Maria, Red Dirt Road, and Brand New Man are up there.
The first time time I watched Kix and Ronnie was in 1991 at the Hanford Fox Theater on the Neon Moon tour. I had no idea who they were, but after about 5 minutes of their set, I was asking myself, "What is this I am watching?" I could have predicted at that point those guys were next level country. Next was Fresno Arena opening for Reba, when Hard Working Man came on, Again it affirmed this band was perfect. Love BND
First country song I ever heard at the ripe age of 4 years old, was how long gone. It is my all time favorite song ever and I have been a huge brooks and dunn fan since.
Brooks and Dunn are the country music of my childhood. Loved this overview of their career.
Well, I remember clearly the country music of the 80s and 90s and I loved a lot from the 80s, but the 90s will definitely go down in history as the greatest decade for country music & new country artists ever. And having spent a LOT of time in country music dance halls and honkytonks at the time, no one EVER said B&D weren't 24 karat solid gold country!! I enjoy their entire catalog, but Brand New Man and My Heart Belongs to you are among my very favorite songs of any artist!
I loved the Reboot album and as a 90s baby, Brooks and Dunn are one of my favorite country acts ever! I loved your indepth dive into their career and how you shoecased their impact on country music as a whole. I think any country music buff/historian who doesn't count them as one of the most influential acts of country music is definitely amiss.
I love these history lessons. Someone online uploaded all the 90s CMA awards and it’s been fun to rewatch them.
Got to see Brooks and Dunn live last month they rocked! Cool to see that they are still going strong 30+ years later.
Bro managed to sneak Taylor into a Brooks and Dunn video💀 He can’t keep getting away with this
I only found out about "That ain't no way to go" a few months ago so I've been jamming to that one recently, but "Believe" will always be my favourite
I saw Brooks & Dunn in concert this year and I never thought I would be able to. 💯
Brooks and Dunn are still one of my favorite artists. I love hearing their influence in new music. Luke Combs stands out for sure as being influenced by them. Neon Moon is one of my most loved country songs. Thanks for the retrospective. I enjoy your take on things.
They always to me as a kid and the young man I am 23 are country to the core. The voice combined with the sweet sound of that guitar made them legends. Their songs hold up across generations because as you said their fun songs that just bring joy to all who hear the sound of Neon Moon and Red Dirt Road.
Really recommend seeing them and concert, they out on an amazing show. And Indian summer is a underrated hit.
As a longtime country fan, I am glad I grew up in this era!!
Interesting to hear the Brooks & Dunn sample in the song “I Love Country Music” by Kane Brown
I was at that concert in Nashville when Ronnie sat there for 5 minutes saying Miranda's name to come on stage. Gave up and tried again at the end of Neon Moon to when she finally caved. It was great the crowd went electric for the two songs she sang with them. 14:20
A great deep dive! I appreciate the work and research you do for your videos.
Believe is my favorite song in the whole world. It’s one of the very few songs that I never skip on my playlist, and I never get tired of hearing that beautiful acoustic. Ronnie Dunn can sing anything and I’d love it. Legends of country music for sure!
I LOVE Taylor's cover of Ain't Nothing 'Bout You, it was my introduction to Brooks & Dunn!
these artist breakdowns are so fun to listen to. brooks and dunn just keep aging like fine wine. keep up the great work grady!
Been waiting for a Brooks and Dunn video from you and it did not disappoint. Thanks Grady!
I love when you catch me off guard with references like the K-Ci and JoJo one. It's also always interesting to hear you talk about how lauded 90's country is by many fans as someone who grew up in a household that did not view 90's country that way. Banger video as always!
One of your best work Grady- Well done!
Literally just discovered your channel and its an instant follow! Didn't know I wanted a retrospective on Brooks and Dunn until I saw this, but I love it!
Grady.. Sir this video spoke to me so much!! I have been a fan of your videos for a long time but these type of artists retrospects is something i would be so down to see more of. The Walker Hayes deep dive a while back and now B&D which as a kid of the 90s to me no one can touch!! Thank you for always bringing me entertainment.
These “docuseries” are great. Keep ‘em going
This was the best Brooks and Dunn retrospect I’ve EVER SEEN!! So we’ll thought-out and very relatable and true. Great job Grady!!!!
Love the video! Brooks & Dunn are easily one of the well-known country artists I first started listening to when I first got into country music. Red Dirt Road is one of my most favorite songs of all time and I feel the album of the same name is easily their best album.
Saw the fellas back in June, best concert I've ever been to. Still got it
Great job on this one brother
Loved this video Grady! You should do more history videos like this!!
Would be interesting to apply this format of video to Rascal Flatts career...obviously they haven't been retired as long but they had a lot of popular hits
I love these deep dives videos sir! Brooks And Dunn were always played in the truck growing up, and I learned to line dance to Boot Scootin' Boogie in grade 2 gym class lol. I learned the song My Maria just so I could hit Ronnie's high parts, and it's my favourite of theirs.
If you would consider doing another artist deep dive in the future, may I humbly suggest Dwight Yoakam? Although growing up I believed Alan Jackson was the coolest singer ever, Dwight is by far my most listened-to and idolized. His trajectory from Kentucky to Bakersfield to the big screen in Hollywood has always fascinated me, and being a theatre kid myself, Dwight's turn to acting as well as being the most stylish and most versatile singer has always been an inspiration to me! Thanks for the video Grady! :)
Brooks & Dunn are my heroes, they got me into country music and it changed my life. I have their logo tattooed on my arm.
The two tracks on the photo reel at my Dad’s funeral were Remember When by Alan Jackson and I Believe. I can’t hear those songs without crying. I was 3 when they had their first hit but Brooks and Dunn is the music of my childhood, we took my Mom to Brooks and Dunn and Reba in Vegas a few years ago and would go again in a heartbeat. Thanks for paying homage to two country greats!
I stumbled across this channel after reliving my country music past. So glad to see this exist!
Steers and Stripes had 3 number one hits on it. That album is a masterpiece, except for Deny, deny, deny 😂
I've been waiting for this video! Growing up in the 90s my dad's truck had a broken radio and only 1 CD... Brooks & Dunn! I listened to them constantly, and every song just brings my back to hanging out with my dad in his truck. Brand New Man was my original favorite, but now I can't get enough of Red Dirt Road.
I grew up listening to this music with my Mom. It's all imprinted on my brain. My Mom playing her tapes in the car and watching all of the music videos on TV. 90s nostalgia that I go back to when I want to feel some comfort. Brooks and Dunn are at the top of that list. Neon Moon is one of the best songs ever. Great video! 👍
Great video of an ICON! And your attempts to describe Ronnie Dunn’s hair was one of the funniest things ever 🤣
Brooks & Dunn are by far my favorite band. Only band that doesn't have a single song I dislike.
Has anyone listened to Morgan Wade's acoustic EP that she just released? I'm loving "Crossing State Lines" and "Met You". I would love a collab between her and Jason Isbell. I think their vocals and lyrical styles would go really well together.
I have, and I'm loving Flower and Kelley's Drive. Also.... what is Met You?
@@GradySmith whoops, Met You is from her regular album, not the acoustic one lol. I also love Kelley's Drive, but I forgot to include it lol
I love in depth commentary on artist like this!!! I'd love to see more
Another great mini documentary/introduction to a legendary band. I really enjoy this new approach, keep It up!
I hope you do Garth Brooks one day. he's a guy whose story needs to be learned. The impact of his career is still felt to this day.
It was so awesome to see them live a few months ago! I saw them the night before my college graduation. Best gift to myself ever! I went to see them with my brother and girlfriend and Brooks & Dunn rocked the Arena! Young or older, everyone can find a Brooks & Dunn song they love!
Beyond the country music I was exposed to by my grandparents, the country I was introduced to by friends at school is my most favorite. Brooks & Dunn, Joe Diffie, and Alabama are just pure happiness to me. Love this video so much! 🤗🤗
Can we get an FGL one🙏🏽💯I’ve always heard of country music in general from mom but didn’t fully dip in until their first album etc. I’m thankful for that side too. Appreciate you always man
I def wanna do an FGL one.
dude. i love love love these long form videos. This one was great as BnD is probably my favorite country music act of all time. Loved the Alan Jackson video as well. I know they are time intense but I would love a series of these types of 90's artists with garth, reba, shania, tim and faith. Well done man.
A very nice video about some of my favorite artists. they always have atleast a couple of tracks on any playlist i make
Brooks and Dunn were the group that hooked me to being a huge country music (and 90s country music) fan. Love the video
The title to this video is so spot on! In a time dominated by Giants these two owned the group/dou scene for good reason. I love belting out songs in the car along with Brooks and Dunn. Definitely an early overlooked act in the 90s with the super stars like Garth, Jackson and Strait and the raising crop of Kenny and Mcgraw and Shelton. I always felt they were solidly country. Also thanks for shouting out the western style, as a Texan I always loved Kix's shirts.
They are fabulous, I love singing along to their songs and I've always enjoyed the contrast between the two.
My all time favorite group! Had the pleasure to finally see them for the reboot tour last fall and it was fantastic. Hard to find any group or artist today that sounds good live let alone one that STILL does 30 years later!
I'm 34 years old ... my whole life i mainly listened to thrash metal and gangster rap. I played violin for 7 years in school. I was the guy who always said 'i like everything but country'. Thanks mainly to J Waller, I've recently had a renaissance - i realized i like country too! I just had to find the right kind. I really like romantic songs (like Alan Jackson - Wanted) and songs that 'tell a story' (George Strait - Amarillo By Morning). I don't care much for the 'dance' or 'party' country music.
Favorite artists so far are Brooks & Dunn, George Strait, Alabama, Colter Wall, Sturgill Simpson, and the 🐐Randy Travis. Anyone got suggestions?
I was born only a few months before Brooks and Dunn released their first single and debut album (both titled Brand New Man), so many 90s country artists, including the duo, hold a special place in my heart.
Great video, Grady!
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Brooks & Dunn have always been my favorite artist of all-time. Ronnie Dunn has such a powerful, soulful voice, and he has been a huge inspiration as my own singing. Kix Brooks is an excellent songwriter and entertainer as well. I appreciate your video and the recognition they've been getting lately.
My all time favorite country artist, I have seen them 96 times since 1998, love these guys. Thanks for this vlogs.
Saw them when I was 13 in 2005 in Hershey PA with Big & Rich. Purely awesome!!!
Just saw them play a few weeks ago and can't stop talking about them. The timing for this video could not be better!
You are the best Grady! Loved this video🔥🤠
Hey Grady a great vid mate. I love B&D and I’m getting my kids into them too. You are right they just went together so well.
Keep up the good work.
@Grady Smith,
First of all, I really enjoyed this video. Great job! I think I will go listen to "Rebooted" as soon as I finish this post!
So Brooks & Dunn hold a special place in my heart. I actually think I have expressed this in the comments section of another one of your videos! haha
Anyway, I have adored their music for many years. "Brand New Man" always brings a smile to my face as it is a damn good song and it brings back good memories of my father. I absolutely love many of their other hits such as "Boot Scootin' Boogie", "If You See Him/If You See Her", "Only in America", "Ain't Nothin' About You" (one of my personal favorites), "Neon Moon", "My Maria" and "Red Dirt Road". I agree, they are legends in country music and like many other top artists of the 90s, they set a serious standard.
I saw them live on their "The Last Rodeo" tour in Wichita, Kansas in 2010. It's hard to believe that was 12 years ago. It was a great concert.
I honestly, didn't know about "Rebooted" or that they are kind of back together now. I wish them lots of continued success!
Thank you so much for making a video on them!
Amazing video Grady. Seriously. One of my favorite groups ever. Reboot was such an amazing album that brought Brooks and Dunn back to the forefront of the country scene. Great backstory on the guys as well. Wow. Really happy to see this video. Great job.
Ps. You ever cover Paul Cauthen?
I wouldn't mind more videos like this grady! It's sort of different for your channel but I like it! Thanks man!
Love brooks and Dunn. Was able to see them at last rodeo tour and Vegas residency. Neon moon is one of my top three songs if not my favorite. Great video Grady
I play guitar in an 80s and 90s country cover band. Of course we cover BROOKS AND DUNN!! Some of the best 90s country there is! Brent Mason has some of the tasty solos ever recorded on these songs. And it's awesome to see everyone go crazy when we start playing one of their hits.
I love your more historical country type of video!
I would like to thank King of the Hill for introducing me to Brooks & Dunn and Randy Travis.
Love Brooks & Dunn! Great video!
There is no artist(s) that I have spent more money on watching (tickets and travel) and B&D. In my short 30 years on this planet I have seen them 7 times. Great job with this documentary Grady! It wasn't so long that I lost interest, but it was long enough that I didn't feel I was shortchanged on information.
Awesome video
just another great Video! thanks!