Remembering The Country Stars We Lost in 2020
The year 2020 is filled with painful losses, and the world of country music was no exception. Nashville also lost some of our beloved country icons.
Patsy Cline Once Lent Her Angelic Voice To The Hymn “Just a Closer Walk with Thee”
“Just a Closer Walk with Thee” is a popular gospel song covered by artists such as Patsy Cline, Mahalia Jackson, and more.
Check Out Don Henley and Dolly Parton’s Romantic Duet of “When I Stop Dreaming”
“When I Stop Dreaming” by Dolly Parton and Don Henley is another proof that rock and country when merged, brings out the best of all a favorite music can be.
Kitty Wells Changed The World Through “It Wasn’t God Who Made Honky Tonk Angels”
Wells was also the First Female Country Artist to have her own LP. This broke the ground for future stars like Patsy Cline, Jean Shepherd, and Rose Maddox.
Flashback to George Jones’ “The Grand Tour” – One of the Saddest Songs of All Time
After seven years, George Jones finally scored another number one song on the chart. “The Grand Tour” marked his fifth number one in country music.
The True-To-Life Story of Tom T. Hall’s “Old Dogs, Children, and Watermelon Wine”
"Old Dogs, Children and Watermelon Wine" was penned and first recorded by American singer-songwriter and novelist Tom T. Hall. It was released in 1972.
Home Free Gave “How Great Thou Art” An Impressive Acapella Remake
Home Free vocals' delivered another soul moving rendition of a classic gospel tune, "How Great Thou Art." Listen and appreciate God's greatness even more.
Back in 1970, the Johnny Cash Show Featured the Soul Music Genius, Ray Charles
In the Johnny Cash show’s 19th episode, Ray Charles performed a version of "Ring Of Fire", and a short version of "Walk The Line."
Ear-Pleasing Merle Haggard and His 1972 Hit, “It’s Not Love (But It’s Not Bad)”
In 1973, Merle Haggard was at #1 on the Billboard Country album chart with “It's Not Love (But It's Not Bad).”
Randy Travis: Forever the Face and Voice of Genuine Country!
With the contributions that Travis made, he was able to pave the way for young artists who sought to return to the traditional sound of country music.
Martina McBride’s Take on Lynn Anderson’s “Rose Garden”
Martina McBride covered Lynn Anderson's signature song "Rose Garden" for her Timeless album.
Donna Fargo’s Apologetic Song “Shame On Me”
Donna Fargo was one of the few female breakout country artists of the ‘70s. She rose to fame with her hit song “The Happiest Girl in the Whole USA.”
2019 Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame Inductees
Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame will welcome its new members during its 49 anniversary gala at the music city center on October 14, 2019.
David Houston’s 1970 Hit, “Baby Baby (I Know You’re a Lady)”
David Houston’s "Baby Baby (I Know You're a Lady)" was released in 1969. However, it reached the top spot on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs on January 3, 1970.
Recollect George Jones’ Memories on His 88th Birthday Today
Today marks the 88th birthday of one of the legendary country artists, George Jones. Happy Birthday, George Jones!
Listen to Donna Fargo’s Signature Song “The Happiest Girl in the Whole USA”
Donna Fargo was one of the few female breakout country artists of the '70s. She rose to fame with her most notable hit "The Happiest Girl in the Whole USA."
“‘Til I Can Make It On My Own:” Kenny Rogers and Dottie West’s Hit Duet in the ’70s
"'Til I Can Make It On My Own" is a song recorded by Kenny Rogers and Dottie West. Other versions of the song were released by some music artists in the 2000s.
Toby Keith’s “I Need to Hear a Country Song” is What We Need Right Now
Country music is slowly losing its audience to popular music, folk music, and even trap music. Only those who are an avid fan of country music are the ones left listening to it.
Alan Jackson Sings the Wonderful Hymn “Precious Memories”
Alan Jackson is an American country singer and songwriter. He is known for a "traditional country" music style. He has also penned many of his songs that became top hits.
Kitty Wells is Still Undeniably The Queen of Country Music
Who do you think is the queen of country music? People are forgetting about the first country female artist to ever hit the top spot of the Country Charts. Kitty Wells was the first one to do it.
Tina Turner Turns the Country On in “Help Me Make It Through The Night”
Tina Turner is one of the most timeless icons in the whole industry. The queen knows no bounds, as she dabbles with country flavor in the hit song "Help Me Make It Through the Night."
Johnny Paycheck: The Country Outlaw who Made a Mark in Country Music
Today marks the country outlaw, Johnny Paycheck's 81st birthday. The "Take This Job and Shove It" singer went through a lot in life yet remained strong 'til the end.