How Ohio shaped county music.

Ohio's contribution to country music is significant, marked by influential artists, influential radio broadcasting, and a unique regional sound influenced by Appalachian migration. Key figures include Bobby Bare, Cowboy Copas, and Johnny Paycheck, while modern contributors include Rascal Flatts and Lydia Loveless. The state is also home to artists like Gary LeVox, Marty Roe, and songwriter Frank J. Myers, and a vibrant music scene, as highlighted by the Ohio Country Music Hall of Fame.