Can music influence Southern voters? Apparently so. "Music is so much a part of the Southern culture. These Nashville cats are the most powerful folks in country music. They can get this done." Or can they? Many country artists -- especially the younger stars -- are holding their tongues when the subject of politics is raised. Many of them said, off the record, that their reluctance is based on the fear of a backlash from country radio. Getting Out the Music Lovers | 
