BR549 was an American country music band that blended traditional honky-tonk and Western swing music with a rockabilly energy, carving a unique niche in the country music scene of the 1990s and early 2000s. They took their name from a skit on the television show "Hee Haw," and established their early reputation with high-spirited performances at Robert's Western World, a honky-tonk bar in Nashville, Tennessee. This connection to Nashville's music history was celebrated in the release "Live From Robert's," a record that captured the vibrancy of their live performances and their dedication to the roots of country music.

Throughout their active years, BR549 consistently earned praise for their musicianship and authentic revival of a sound that had fallen out of the mainstream country spotlight. Albums such as their self-titled "BR5-49," "Big Backyard Beat Show," and "Tangled In The Pines" showcased their ability to write original songs that resonated with the golden age of country, yet felt fresh and contemporary. Despite undergoing lineup changes and facing the challenges that hit many roots-oriented bands as music trends shifted, BR549 left a legacy as torchbearers for a classic sound, influencing a new generation of musicians who sought to keep traditional country music alive.