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Porter Wagoner, Dolly Parton make top duet hit "Please Don't Stop Loving Me”

Porter Wagoner, Dolly Parton make top duet hit “Please Don’t Stop Loving Me”

Country legends Porter Wagoner and Dolly Parton sprinkle the magic of love in the heart-wrenching ballad β€œPlease Don’t Stop Loving Me.”

The History behind Glen Campbell’s β€œRhinestone Cowboy”

The History behind Glen Campbell’s β€œRhinestone Cowboy”

With his signature hit β€œRhinestone Cowboy,” Glen Campbell made a theme song for the tenacious dreamers.Β 

Johnny Cash Adds Personal Twist to Cover β€œPersonal Jesus”

Johnny Cash Adds Personal Twist to Cover β€œPersonal Jesus”

Johnny Cash twangs out a country touch to sing his rendition of Depeche Mode’s synth-pop song β€œPersonal Jesus.”

The Arizona Wildflowers Gave John Denver’s β€œThank God I’m a Country Boy” a Bluegrass Spin

The Arizona Wildflowers Gave John Denver’s β€œThank God I’m a Country Boy” a Bluegrass Spin

The Arizona Wildflowers took on John Denver’s 1974 chart-topping country song β€œThank God I’m a Country Boy.” Watch their cover video here.

Brooks & Dunn Features Luke Combs in the 2019 Rerecord of Their Number One Hit β€œBrand New Man”

Brooks & Dunn Features Luke Combs in the 2019 Rerecord of Their Number One Hit β€œBrand New Man”

Country music powerhouse duo Brooks & Dunn teamed up with Luke Combs for a rerecord of their number one country hit, β€œBrand New Man.”

The Mavericks Frontman Raul Malo Shares Social Media Update Following Cancer Diagnosis

The Mavericks Frontman Raul Malo Shares Social Media Update Following Cancer Diagnosis

On June 27, 2024, The Mavericks frontman Raul Malo announced that he had been diagnosed with colon cancer. Check out his health update here.

Johnny Cash statue to represent Arkansas at US Capitol

Johnny Cash statue to represent Arkansas at US Capitol

A new statue honoring the Arkansas native and country music icon Johnny Cash will be unveiled at Statuary Hall in September.Β 

Johnny Cash and Willie Nelson Grace the Stage Together for a Memorable Performance of β€œFolsom Prison Blues”

Johnny Cash and Willie Nelson Grace the Stage Together for a Memorable Performance of β€œFolsom Prison Blues”

Country legends Johnny Cash and Willie Nelson took on Cash’s original song β€œFolsom Prison Blues” for a live album titled β€˜VH1 Storytellers.’

Brooks & Dunn and Their First Number One Country Hit β€œBrand New Man”

Brooks & Dunn and Their First Number One Country Hit β€œBrand New Man”

Country music duo Brooks & Dunn’s β€œBrand New Man,” a story of a man becoming brand new because of his lover, was an easy country hit.Β 

Embracing Change: Brad Paisley's Hit Song β€œWelcome to the Future”

Embracing Change: Brad Paisley’s Hit Song β€œWelcome to the Future”

Country rock star Brad Paisley reminisces about the old times and embraces change in his hit song β€œWelcome to the Future.” 

Leon Russell's Emotional Take on β€œHe Stopped Loving Her Today”

Leon Russell’s Emotional Take on β€œHe Stopped Loving Her Today”

Country singer Leon Russell brings a new twist to β€œHe Stopped Loving Her Today.” Check it out.

Michael Ray's Heartfelt Rendition of β€œHe Walked On Water”

Michael Ray’s Heartfelt Rendition of β€œHe Walked On Water”

Country music artist Michael Ray’s heartfelt rendition of the country hit β€œHe Walked On Water” takes you down memory lane.

80’s Pop Soundtrack β€œFootloose” Goes Country with Blake Shelton

80’s Pop Soundtrack β€œFootloose” Goes Country with Blake Shelton

Love it or hate it, country and pop majestically meet in Blake Shelton’s smooth cover of β€œFootloose” in 2011.

Tammy Wynette's Signature Song, β€œStand by Your Man,” Made Her a Country Music Queen

Tammy Wynette’s Signature Song, β€œStand by Your Man,” Made Her a Country Music Queen

If there were one song that would forever be affixed to Tammy Wynette, it would be her number-one 1968 track, β€œStand by Your Man.” Here’s why.

It’s Love Over Luxury in Reba McEntire’s Hit Song β€œLittle Rock”

It’s Love Over Luxury in Reba McEntire’s Hit Song β€œLittle Rock”

In Reba McEntire’s Neo-traditional hit song β€œLittle Rock,” we are reminded to always choose love over luxury.Β 

Alan Jackson Describes What He Wants from A Partner in His Song β€œWanted”

Alan Jackson Describes What He Wants from A Partner in His Song β€œWanted”

Where did Alan Jackson get the inspiration for his hit country song β€œWanted”? Let’s find out.Β Β 

Conway Twitty’s Yeehaw-feel Cover of Merle Haggard's Classic Hit β€œMama Tried”

Conway Twitty’s Yeehaw-feel Cover of Merle Haggard’s Classic Hit β€œMama Tried”

Country superstar Conway Twitty shocked fans when he released his yeehaw-feel cover of Merle Haggard’s classic hit β€œMama Tried.” 

Here’s That One Charlie Rich Song for Your Country Love Song Playlist: β€œA Very Special Love Song”

Here’s That One Charlie Rich Song for Your Country Love Song Playlist: β€œA Very Special Love Song”

Charlie Rich’s 1973 chart-topping hit β€œA Very Special Love Song” will make you feel giddy as he calls you his babe. Check it out here.

Garth Brooks Inspires World Peace in Song β€œWe Shall Be Free”

Garth Brooks Inspires World Peace in Song β€œWe Shall Be Free”

Country singer Garth Brooks brings a powerful statement of hope and unity in the 1992 single β€œWe Shall Be Free.” 

Carrie Underwood Takes Over Katy Perry’s Spot as β€˜American Idol’ Judge

Carrie Underwood Takes Over Katy Perry’s Spot as β€˜American Idol’ Judge

Carrie Underwood is going back home to her roots as she has been confirmed to replace Katy Perry’s spot as judge in β€˜American Idol.’

Gwen Stefani's son Zuma Rossdale marks country music debut at Blake Shelton's Ole Red Bar

Gwen Stefani’s son Zuma Rossdale marks country music debut at Blake Shelton’s Ole Red Bar

Gwen Stefani’s second child, Zuma Rossdale, makes his appearance at stepdad Blake Shelton’s bar to perform country music.Β 

Toby Keith’s Final Recording Session Unveiled During Tribute Show at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena

Toby Keith’s Final Recording Session Unveiled During Tribute Show at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena

Toby Keith’s final recording session made a surprising appearance at his tribute show, Toby Keith: American Icon, held at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena.

Here are 3 Roy Orbison Facts You Probably Didn’t Know About Him

Here are 3 Roy Orbison Facts You Probably Didn’t Know About Him

Get to know Roy Orbison, also known as The Caruso of Rock, with these three facts you most likely didn’t know about him. Check out our list.Β 

How Kenny Loggins’ β€œFootloose” Became the 80s’ Iconic Soundtrack

How Kenny Loggins’ β€œFootloose” Became the 80s’ Iconic Soundtrack

No matter the era, β€œFootloose” by Kenny Loggins is a theme song for the youth craving to β€˜cut loose.’

Sheryl Crow Sends Out Distress Signal in β€œRedemption Day” Featuring the Voice of Johnny Cash

Sheryl Crow Sends Out Distress Signal in β€œRedemption Day” Featuring the Voice of Johnny Cash

Sheryl Crow’s 2019 remake of her 1996 ballad β€œRedemption Day” melds the voice of Johnny Cash in his cover of the song released in 2010.Β 

Collin Raye’s β€œMan of My Word” is a Promise of Love that Transcends Life

Collin Raye’s β€œMan of My Word” is a Promise of Love that Transcends Life

Nothing will rip your heart out with honesty and sincerity than Collin Raye’s β€œMan of My Word.” It takes true love on a whole new level.

Keith Whitley Poured His Heart Out in β€œTell Lorrie I Love Her”

Keith Whitley Poured His Heart Out in β€œTell Lorrie I Love Her”

Keith Whitley’s 1990 track β€œTell Lorrie I Love Her” was a tribute to the love he left behind after his untimely passing in 1989.Β 

Remembering the Death of George Jones and the Legacy He Left Behind

Remembering the Death of George Jones and the Legacy He Left Behind

The death of George Jones, whom Merle Haggard called the greatest country singer of all time, was a big loss to the country music industry.Β 

A Love So Unexpected: Earl Thomas Conley’s β€œAngel in Disguise”

A Love So Unexpected: Earl Thomas Conley’s β€œAngel in Disguise”

Find out what it takes to love someone unexpectedly with Earl Thomas Conley’s song β€œAngel in Disguise.”

George Canyon Unexpectedly Covers the Classic Hit β€œKiss an Angel Good Morning”

George Canyon Unexpectedly Covers the Classic Hit β€œKiss an Angel Good Morning”

George Canyon excited fans when he released his cover of the classic hit song β€œKiss an Angel Good Morning.”

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