Staff Picks
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George Jones’s “The Grand Tour” Redefined Country Heartbreak in 1974
George Jones set a standard in country music with that 1974 song that will never be reached again. Full video…
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“Dream a Little Dream of Me”: A Classic That Continues to Enchant Every Generation
This might be the most stunning version of this song I've ever heard—just pure, heartfelt vocals with no over-the-top theatrics.…
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Ricky Van Shelton’s “I’ll Leave This World Loving You” Redefined Country Heartache in 1988
He didn’t exit the stage with a grand farewell or a final tour. Instead, Ricky Van Shelton simply faded away—quietly,…
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The Judds’ “Why Not Me” Redefined Country Duets and Dominated the Charts in 1984
This song is only three minutes and thirty seconds long… but it sticks in your head forever. Watch the video…
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Merle Haggard’s ‘Mama Tried’ Becomes a Country Music Confession That Echoes Across Generations (1968)
Country music just doesn't get any better than this. Watch below 👇👇👇
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George Strait’s “Amarillo by Morning” Rides Into Country Music History as a Quiet Masterpiece in 1983
Blown away that this came out nearly 40+ years ago ..... One of the greatest road songs of all time.…
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Peter, Paul and Mary’s ‘Where Have All the Flowers Gone’ Crystallizes a Generation’s Conscience in 1962
Released in 1962, this song asked powerful questions about war and peace using simple, emotional words that touched many hearts.…
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Freddy Fender’s “Before the Next Teardrop Falls” Bridges Cultures and Charts to Redefine Country Music in 1975
This song was popular in the 1970s, but now in 2025, not many people remember it. Watch below 👇👇👇
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Linda Ronstadt’s “Blue Bayou” Redefined Pop-Country Crossovers and Cemented Her Legacy in 1977
This song was one of the most well-known songs of the 1970s, but now in 2025, no one remembers it…
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The Osborne Brothers’ “Rocky Top” Becomes a Country Anthem That Bridged Generations and Redefined Bluegrass in 1967
This song was one of the most well-known songs of the 1960s, but now in 2025, no one remembers it…
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Marty Robbins’ “El Paso” Transcended Country Boundaries and Redefined Narrative Songwriting in 1959
Unbelievable live performance. No tricks, no gimmicks, no "enhanced" vocals, just sheer talent. Love Marty's guitar playing and his singing…
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Jeannie C. Riley’s “Harper Valley P.T.A.” Shakes Up Country and Pop Charts in 1968
This song is only three minutes and fourteen seconds long… but it sticks in your head forever. Watch the video…
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Crystal Gayle’s “Don’t It Make My Brown Eyes Blue” Bridges Country and Pop in 1977
Back in the day when beauty was true beauty. Love her eyes. She could look amazing with any eye color…
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Anne Murray’s “Snowbird” Soars Across Borders, Redefining Pop-Country Crossover in 1970
This song is 2 minutes and 10 seconds of bliss. And everybody in their 60s and older knows all the…
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Elvis Presley’s “If I Can Dream” Stands as His 1968 Farewell Message of Hope, Unity, and Unshakable Belief in a Better World
The One Song Elvis Presley Wanted to Take to the Grave—And Why It Held Such Deep Meaning for Him. Watch…
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Johnny Cash’s Final Bow: A Quiet Goodbye That Echoed Across Time
Like an old lion—his roar softer, but still unmistakably a lion. That’s how Johnny Cash appeared in Virginia in 2003,…
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The Boss Powers Through a Blazing Three-Hour Show, Defying Time with Every Note
Age meant nothing on the night Bruce Springsteen took command of Dublin’s Croke Park at 74—it was rock and roll…
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American Idol Runner-Up John Foster Lands Record Deal with Dwight Yoakam, Begins Debut Album Journey
From Idol Runner-Up to Country’s Next Big Thing: John Foster may not have taken home the title, but his story…
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Blake Shelton Says He’ll Never Release Another Album Without Gwen Stefani — Their Latest Duet “Hangin’ On” Proves Why
No More Music Without Her”: Blake Shelton Says Gwen Stefani Is Now a Permanent Part of His Sound Blake Shelton…
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Bruce Springsteen Overcome with Emotion as Sting Honors Him with a Powerful Rendition of “The Rising” at the Kennedy Center Honors
“I’ve never seen Bruce break like that…” The entire room went silent as Sting stepped into the spotlight and delivered…
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