Keith Whitley Still Made It On Top Of The Chart With “I’m Over You” After His Death
"I'm Over You" was Keith Whitley's song that was released after his death. It peaked at the No. 3 spot on the U.S Billboard Country Airplay chart for 27 weeks.
Tragic Tale of Two Lovers in “Running Bear” Became Sonny James’ Country Hit
“Running Bear” was a hit in 1960 and 1969 by Johnny Preston and Sonny James respectively. The song was written by J.P. (Jiles Perry) Richardson.
Ricky Van Shelton and Dolly Parton’s Jaw-dropping Duet of “Rockin’ Years”
"Rockin' Years" was written by Floyd Parton and recorded as a duet by Ricky Van Shelton and Dolly Parton. It was released on February 4, 1991.
Did You Know “If Tomorrow Never Comes” Was Garth Brooks’ First Country Hit?
Garth Brooks scored his first No. 1 single on the US Billboard Country Singles chart with "If Tomorrow Never Comes."
Remember Jerry Reed’s “The Bird”? The Fun Song About A Talking Parrot
Before retirement and his death, Jerry Reed recorded and released his very last single called “The Bird.” It became number one on the Canadian RPM Country Tracks on January 15, 1983. On the other hand, the song topped at number two on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart before Christmas in 1982.
Conway Twitty’s Greatest Hit Song of All Time, “Hello Darlin’”
“Hello Darlin’” is Conway Twitty’s fifth No. 1 song on the chart and it is the best-known song in his career. He performs this song as his opening act.
Vince Gill Honors Charlie Daniels with ‘Go Rest High On That Mountain’
Vince Gill paid tribute to "The Devil Went Down to Georgia" singer, Charlie Daniels.
How Soulful Ballad “Tennessee Whiskey” Turned Into Modern Country
David Allan Coe originally sang Tennessee Whiskey. It was first released in 1981 by outlaw artist David Allan Coe.
Randy Travis’ Net Worth, Setbacks, and His Road to Recovery
The now 60-year-old Country legend Randy Travis has an estimated $32 million of net worth.
Joe Diffie: Finally “Home” After His “Tougher Than Nails” Journey “In Another World”
Let us honor Joe Diffie's memory by taking a look back on his outstanding career.
25 New Traditional Country Artists You Should Be Listening To Right Now
The death of traditional country music could have been overstated, as these 25 modern country singers show that there is still loyalty to a less pop-friendly twang brand.
Gene Watson is Grand Ole Opry’s newest member at 76
The glacial delay in choosing Gene Watson as a member of the Grand Ole Opry has definitely been one of the most significant cultural oversights of our time.
Taking Chances in Claude King’s “Wolverton Mountain” 58 Years Since Its Release
In 1962, Claude King released his best-known recording “Wolverton Mountain” written by Merle Kilgore who had written a bunch of songs and hits during that era.
Randy Sings of Unfading Love in “Old 8 x 10”: Album of the Year in 1989
Old 8 x 10 by Randy Travis was his 3rd album released in 1988 which rises on top of the Country chart in 1989.
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).”
Tracy Lawrence’s Now at 52! Another Iconic Voice Representing Solid Country Sound
Tracy Lawrence gained much love for the style of music that he presented. He was noted as someone that has a polished modern-day honky-tonk voice.
No Dull Moments with Humorist Roger Miller and His ’60s Novelty Hits
Today, we remember the outstanding career of the great talent and humorist, Roger Miller and some of his novelty hits in the 1960s.
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.
Alan Jackson Sings about The Power of Love in “When Somebody Loves You”
Alan Jackson released his ninth album When Somebody Loves You in 2000 where it peaked at No.1 on the US Country Chart on this day.
Top 3 Best Country Songs for our Brave Veterans
Veterans day is a time for us to remember and honor our brave men and women who have served our country well. Here are the Top 3 songs you can listen to.