ToC Encore: Why It’s a Struggle for Females in Country Music

The struggles of female country stars during the last year have been well-documented, with artists like Luke Bryan and Carrie Underwood recognizing the problem. There is no shortage of theories circulating to explain the issue, but Taste of Country's Billy Dukes argues that fans and the media have to take partial responsibility.

In this latest episode of Encore, we take a look at how the intense spotlight that follows every country female can be used advantageously, as well as reveal the one artist who epitomizes the right way to live under such intense scrutiny. Watch the video before subscribing to the official Taste of Country YouTube channel below.