Carrie Underwood October 9, 2007

Carrie Underwood was proclaimed America's choice in season four of Fox's hit series, 'American Idol.' Already a hit with ad agencies (she's a spokesperson for several high-profile brands), she is also on the verge of a decent career in the country music field as well. The daughter of the legendary Mel Tillis, Pam continues her father's tradition of pure country music. She also manages to bring contemporary influences to her recordings, flirting at various times with pop, bluegrass, western, swing and other influences.