Legends: Johnny Cash
Johnny Cash, the Original Man in Black, was a country icon who blended rock, folk, gospel and blues into his own distinctive style. He was known for his deep voice, rebellious image and social activism. Read more
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Legends: Loretta Lynn
The Coal Miner’s Daughter was a trailblazer for women in country music, writing and singing about topics like divorce, birth control and feminism. She was also a prolific hitmaker and a duet partner of Conway Twitty. Read more
Legends: Hank Williams
Widely regarded as one of the greatest country singers of all time, he influenced generations of artists with his songs of heartache, loneliness and honky-tonk. He sadly died at the age of 29 but he created many classic songs that touched the hearts of millions of people. Read more
Legends: Kenny Rogers
Kenny Rogers was a country music legend who left a lasting mark on the history of American music and culture. Rogers was widely regarded as one of the most successful and influential country music artists of all time, with a career that spanned more than six decades and crossed over to pop, rock, folk, and jazz. He sold more than 165 million records worldwide and charted more than 120 singles across various genres. He won three Grammy awards, six Country Music Association awards, eight Academy of Country Music awards, and numerous other honors. Read more
Legends: John Denver
John Denver was an American guitarist, singer, composer, actor, humanitarian and environmentalist who rose to fame in the 1970s with his acoustic folk music that celebrated nature, love and social causes. He died in a plane crash in Monterey Bay, California, in 1997 at the age of 53, leaving behind a rich musical legacy and a devoted fan base. He is widely recognized as a cultural icon of the American West and his songs have been adopted as state songs by Colorado and West Virginia. As he sang in one of his songs, he was “a country boy who never got far from home” Read more
Legends: Dolly Parton
Dolly Parton is more than just a singer-songwriter. In this article, we will explore the life and legacy of Dolly Parton, the country music legend who has touched the hearts of generations with her music and her spirit. She is an actress, a philanthropist, a businesswoman, and a cultural icon. With a career spanning over 50 years, she has sold more than 100 million records worldwide, composed over 3,000 songs, starred in films such as 9 to 5 and Steel Magnolias, and received numerous awards and honors, including the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and the Kennedy Center Honors. Read more
Country Singers Honour Lisa Marie Presley
The daughter of the late Elvis Presley, Lisa Marie Presley, passed away at the age of 54 on January 12, 2023. She was the only child of singer and actor Elvis Presley and actress Priscilla Presley, as well as the sole heir to her father’s estate after her grandfather and her great-grandmother died. Her musical … Read more
Winners – UK Country Music Awards 2022
The winners of the 2022 UK Country Music Awards have been announced UK Country Artist Of The Year: Kezia Gill UK Country Album Of The Year: Lost & Found – Jackson Lake UK Female Country Singer Of The Year: Kezia Gill UK Male Country Singer Of The Year: Dave Sutherland UK Country Duo Of The … Read more
Millport Country Music Festival 2023
The Shocking Reason Why This Country Music Festival Is Ending After 25 Years. Find out why the festival is ending and what it meant for the fans and artists who loved it. Read more
Remembering Olivia Newton-John
Olivia Newton-John’s heartfelt mix of country and pop took the music industry by storm in the mid-1970s. The multi-talented artist died on Aug. 8 2022 at the age of 73, leaving behind an impressive list of hits that connected with fans of all ages. Although Olivia Newton-John may be best known for her role in … Read more
