MeloDY (:

Not only do the country music lyrics bring about the summer mood, but the melody plays a major role as well. Take any popular country song, remove the lyrics, and imagine sitting on the beach relaxing. Pick any song from my playlist on the right, close your eyes, and let your mind wonder. Where does it lead you? A backwoods bonfire? A beach in mexico? Or a summer night under the stars with your summer romance? The possibilites are endless, but I can guarentee there isn't a country melody that would cause the image of a cold, snowy day.

What is it about the melody? That's the big question. Do the artists and record labels plan it that way? Or is it simply that the country genre in general is "hot" like the summer sun? My theory is this: summertime music sells. Sells albums, and sells concert tickets..ironically all during the SUMMERTIME. In my opinion, the summertime feel to country music is no coincidence.