Country Music Genres

Country Music Trivia: 10 Incredible Merle Haggard Facts

Country music pioneer Merle Haggard (April 6, 1937 – April 6, 2016) and his band the Strangers helped create the Bakersfield sound, which touted a rougher edge not heard on the more refined Nashville recordings of the same time period. After the death of his .. Read More

Johnny Cash "Ring of Fire" [Audio, Performance Video, & Lyrics]

“Ring of Fire” was recorded on March 25, 1963, and became the biggest hit of Johnny Cash‘s storied career. The tune was written by June Carter Cash and Merle Kilgore. The song appears on Cash’s 1963 album, Ring of Fire: The Best of .. Read More

Waylon Jennings "Lonesome, On'ry and Mean" Video & Lyrics

This title track helped Waylon Jennings solidify his outlaw image and revive his passion for country music after suffering from health issues and creative burnout stemming from a spat with his record label. Enjoy his 1975 performance of “Lonesome, On’ry and Mean” below! .. Read More

Glen Campbell "Wichita Lineman" Video & Lyrics

In 1968, Glen Campbell released one of his most beloved songs, “Wichita Lineman.” The song has gone on to be widely covered by a variety of artists, and in 2010 appeared on the Rolling Stone “500 Greatest Songs of All Time” list, ranking .. Read More

Waylon Jennings "Good Ol' Boys" Video & Lyrics

Waylon Jennings‘ “Good Ol’ Boys” was penned by the outlaw country icon and was released in 1980 as the second single from his album, Music Man. The tune was also used as the theme song for the popular CBS television series The Dukes of Hazzard. The memorable .. Read More

Get to Know Charley Pride

Born one of 11 children to poor sharecroppers in Mississippi, Charley Pride is a shining example of the humility and hard work that is exemplified in country music. With 29 No. 1 singles under his belt, a membership with the Grand Ole Opry, .. Read More

Country Music Quotes: Stars Share Wisdom

Country musicians are notoriously full of grit, determination, and fantastic advice. These people have truly lived— so take a page from their well-worn book and tune into their experiences through these memorable country music quotes. 25 Country Music Quotes “The greatest conflicts are not between .. Read More

Meet Neal McCoy's wife, Melinda Williams [Pictures]

Nearly four decades ago, country music star Neal McCoy stood at an alter and said “I do” to the love of his life, Melinda Williams. The longtime couple’s romance blossomed in a shoe store, dare we say they fell ‘head over heels.’ McCoy started his first job in his early .. Read More

A Look Back at Waylon Jennings and Jessi Colter's Outlaw Love

Outlaw country music pioneer Waylon Jennings was married three times before finally getting it right with his fourth marriage to fellow artist Jessi Colter (birth name Miriam Johnson). Learn more about Waylon Jennings and Jessi Colter below! At just 18-years-old, he married Maxine Lawrence in 1956. .. Read More

Lil Nas X and Billy Ray Cyrus' "Old Town Road" [Music Video/ Grammys]

Ever since “Old Town Road” debuted, fans cannot get enough of the original and the remix. Lil Nas X and Billy Ray Cyrus’ “Old Town Road” has become a pop culture phenomenon. Watch the star-studded music video featuring Chris Rock, Diplo, and Vince Staples below! Lil Nas .. Read More