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It is probably obvious to anyone who listens to much country music, but in case you have not, modern country music is the child of Southern Rock. Lynyrd Skynyrd created the sound that formed the foundation for many of the top country music artists and bands of the present era. This influence can be seen most distinctly in the current “country” song “All Summer Long” by rap rock artist Kid Rock which directly references the “Sweet Home Alabama.” Many other classic and southern rock songs have been remade by country artist in recent years. These include “My Maria” and “Take It Easy.”