Chris Stapleton is postponing a string of shows after testing positive for COVID-19. The 44-year-old country superstar announced the heartbreaking news on his social media page, saying he’s very sorry for being unable to perform this weekend’s show. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Chris Stapleton (@chrisstapleton) Stapleton was slated to perform … Read more
When country star Faith Hill and talk show host Oprah Winfrey met for the very first time, the two award-winning ladies found out they had plenty more in common than both being Mississippi girls. While Hill rehearsed the night before she was slated to perform on The Oprah Winfrey Show, Winfrey fell in love with … Read more
Kenny Rogers recorded the definitive version of “Ruby, Don’t Take Your Love To Town” with his band The First Edition in 1969, taking it to No. 6 on both the Hot 100 and Adult Contemporary charts and No. 2 in the UK. Rogers definitely embodies the term “icon.” The country legend has enjoyed a successful … Read more
As Ian O’Riordan of the Irish Times put it, Richard Mulligan’s “I Never Met You” hit with a hard edge, just like his running style. That is, the song was four minutes and 26 seconds of honest and raw narrative inspired by the father he never met. But the interesting part about it was the sound. The hard-edged … Read more
Tanya Tucker entered the country music scene at the very young age of thirteen. Still, she managed to quickly captivate listeners from different sides of the world. Those who tuned in and heard Tanya Tucker songs playing on the radio were immediately drawn to her powerful, raspy voice. And today, we’re going to take a … Read more
In 2005, Trisha Yearwood gave her sweet “yes” to marry boyfriend and fellow country music star, Garth Brooks. And to this day, Brooks considers that day to still be one of the greatest days of his life. Well, who wouldn’t? It’s the Trisha Yearwood. And seventeen years later, they remain to be strong and arguably one of the … Read more
Luke Bryan and HunterGirl shared the finale stage of American Idol Season 20 to sing Randy Travis’s hit “I Told You So” from his 1988 album Always and Forever. And this was actually the third time that the song had been performed on the Idol stage, making it quite an icon on one of the most … Read more
Marty Robbins was one of the most renowned and successful country stars, with a career spanning nearly four decades. Fans remember him for his unmistakably unique music and a style that’s so individual – it was almost like a handprint. But Robbins is more than just a singer! He’s actually much more amazing than you … Read more
Alan Jackson has always been open about his religious beliefs, and he doesn’t hold back from singing about them. So, the country music icon decided to bring together his passion for music and his love for his faith into one by releasing his first gospel album in 2006, called Precious Memories. This comprises fifteen tracks, … Read more
Written by the legendary Nashville songwriter Bob McDill, “Amanda” was recorded by two of the biggest names in the history of country music – none other than Don Williams and Waylon Jennings. And it’s as if the universe conspired for them to do so! McDill describes “Amanda” as an apology to his wife. He recalled … Read more
In 1966, Loretta Lynn released the biggest hit of her career to this point, “You Ain’t Woman Enough (To Take My Man).” It was produced by none other than the pioneer of the Nashville recording industry, the legendary Owen Bradley, who delivered heaps of Loretta Lynn songs into the 1980s. “You Ain’t Woman Enough (To … Read more
In 1980, Mickey Gilley released a successful cover version of “True Love Ways.” It reached No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart and even peaked at No. 66 on Billboard Hot 100. This country crossover success came after Gilley decided to come up with a new sound that so many country artists – including … Read more
It is no doubt that Patsy Cline is one of the most iconic female country music artists of all time. She is a true artist preserving the true country music sound. Her legacy of authentic country music will stay forever and for generations to come. Hence, paying her a tribute is an honor and a … Read more
Scotty McCreery was only sixteen years old when he impressed and won the hearts of American Idol judges with his thrilling rendition of Josh Turner’s “Your Man” and Travis Tritt’s “Put Some Drive in Your Country.” You can tell that it’s one of the most memorable moments in the entire history of the iconic reality … Read more
Remember when Eddy Arnold joined LeAnn Rimes on a version of “Cattle Call?” Rimes was only thirteen then, while Arnold was an 81-year-old accomplished country music star with a career spanning six decades. The thrilling collaboration appeared on Rimes’ 1996 debut album, Blue. While it was not released as an official single, the duet still … Read more
In 1962, Marty Robbins released “Devil Woman” as the first single and title track off his tenth studio album. The song then became another successful hit for Robbins, reaching No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart – where it remained at the top spot for eight remarkable weeks. On top of that, it successfully … Read more
When Marty Robbins released “El Paso” in 1959 off his album Gunfighter Ballads and Trail Songs, it quickly became a major hit – not only on the country music charts – but also on the pop charts. The song reached No. 1 both on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart as well as Billboard Hot 100. … Read more
Tanya Tucker was only thirteen years old when she recorded her husky rendition of “Delta Dawn” – yet she proved she’s capable of handling mature subject matter despite being at such a young age. Singing “Delta Dawn” with distinctive vibrato, country listeners were swiftly drawn to this confident and charismatic youngster. The Seminole, Texas native … Read more
Did you know that before “Delta Dawn” became a hit for Tanya Tucker and Helen Reddy, it was first recorded by Alex Harvey – who’s actually the brilliant mind behind the country ballad? The song first appeared on Harvey’s eponymous album, released in 1971. RELATED: Remember When The Song “Delta Dawn” Catapulted Tanya Tucker Into … Read more
During the 1950s and 1960s, Marty Robbins songs dominated – not only on the country charts but as well as the pop chart, making him one of the most successful crossover artists of his generation. It’s fascinating how Robbins’ versatile baritone allowed him to pick up a vast variety of musical styles. But perhaps what … Read more
In 1950, Hank Williams recorded “Cold, Cold Heart” at Castle Studio, Nashville. The song was then released as the B-side to “Dear John” – which ranked No. 8 on the country chart. However, “Cold, Cold Heart” proved to be a much more popular favorite among disc jockeys and jukebox listeners, whose enthusiasm brought the song … Read more
When Home Free created their album Timeless in 2017, they were especially scrupulous in picking songs they felt conveyed more depth – and John Mayer’s “In the Blood” is just among their top choices. The song is Mayer’s first release to country radio and quickly earned unsolicited airplay! While it’s an improbable chart-buster, it still … Read more
Toby Keith is beyond thankful for his fans! Days after the seven-time Grammy nominee revealed his stomach cancer diagnosis, he again turned to social media to send a sweet message to his fans. “Thank you for all your love and support,” Keith wrote on his official Twitter account. “I have the best fans in the … Read more
Buster Welch, the legendary cowboy and longtime horse trainer, died on Sunday (June 12) at age 94. The death of the all-around riding icon came months after a new generation got to know him following his appearance on an episode of Yellowstone Season 4. Fans of the modern-day western series pretty sure remember him playing … Read more
Toby Keith revealed a piece of sad news with fans that he’s been battling stomach cancer for much of the past months. The country superstar took to Instagram to detail his diagnosis that came last fall and how he has spent the past six months “receiving chemo, radiation, and surgery.” Despite the treatment he’s been … Read more
Gathering the best Brad Paisley songs is absolutely a challenging thing to do! After all, he is without a doubt one of the finest male country artists to emerge in the 2000s. Over the past two decades, the West Virginia native has released some of the most poignant, compelling songs in the history of country … Read more
In 2003, Billy Currington released “Walk A Little Straighter” as his debut single off his self-titled album. The song peaked at No. 8 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart. It was also a minor crossover hit, reaching No. 67 on Billboard Hot 100. RELATED: 50 Best Drinking Songs That Everyone Needs In Their Playlist But … Read more
In the 1980s, Holly Dunn rose to fame with “Daddy’s Hands” that eventually became her signature song. Though the song only rose to No. 7 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles and Tracks, it was Dunn’s longest-lasting hit and continued to be on radio playlists. The Song That Made People Weep Written by Holly Dunn … Read more
In 2004, George Strait released “I Hate Everything” as the lead single off his compilation album, 50 Number Ones. The song easily ranked atop Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart and was a crossover success, peaking at No. 35 on Billboard Hot 100. Written by Garry Harrison and Keith Stegall, “I Hate Everything” tells the story of a … Read more
While he’s no saint, Blake Shelton songs often share small glimpses of his spiritual life throughout the years. Take, for instance, this hymn-like country ballad “Savior’s Shadow” – which goes even further to highlight his conviction and humility as a guide through trying times in a way that leaves no doubt. The song was released … Read more