Her version of "Paper Roses" not only topped the country charts but also crossed over to pop, peaking at No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100.
By: S.L. Rachel
September 24 2024
"Life Turned Her That Way" is a timeless classic written by the legendary Harlan Howard and first recorded by Little Jimmy Dickens in 1965.
By: S.L. Rachel
July 8 2024
Ferlin Husky had previously recorded “Gone” under the name Terry Preston, but it was the 1957 version that became iconic.
By: S.L. Rachel
June 7 2024
"Even Tho" has also inspired numerous artists to record their own versions, including Chet Atkins, Carl Mann, Connie Smith, Don Gibson, George Hamilton IV, and Matt King.
By: S.L. Rachel
June 4 2024
"I'm Easy" is an Academy Award-winning song written and performed by Keith Carradine for the 1975 movie Nashville.
By: S.L. Rachel
June 4 2024
"Plastic Jesus" is an American folk song originally penned by Ed Rush and George Cromarty in 1957.
By: S.L. Rachel
June 4 2024
Penned by Lew DeWitt, the group's original tenor vocalist, this iconic track soared to the upper echelons of the charts upon its debut in 1966, earning accolades including the prestigious Grammy Award for Best Contemporary (R&R) Performance - Group (Vocal or Instrumental).
By: S.L. Rachel
May 14 2024
Drusky’s delivery, coupled with the heartfelt narrative woven into the song, makes it a standout piece in the realm of country-infused mid-tempo ballads.
By: S.L. Rachel
May 7 2024
There are no flashy theatrics or elaborate production—just two men pouring their hearts out in praise and gratitude.
By: S.L. Rachel
May 6 2024
Even in the realm of cinema, "Ready for the Times to Get Better" has left its mark, with Crystal Gayle's version finding a place in Quentin Tarantino's "The Hateful Eight," adding an extra layer of depth to the film's narrative.
By: S.L. Rachel
May 2 2024
Penned by Wanda Mallette, Bob Morrison, and Patti Ryan, and brought to life by the rich baritone of Johnny Lee, this song has etched itself into the fabric of American country music history.
By: S.L. Rachel
May 2 2024
Smith's interpretation, released initially as a 78 record, became an instant sensation, climbing to the summit of the Billboard country and western best seller chart.
By: S.L. Rachel
May 2 2024
With lyrics detailing a life marked by early marriage and motherhood, "Radio Heart" serves as a reminder of the realities faced by countless parents.
By: S.L. Rachel
April 24 2024
The song earned Cal Smith his third and final number one hit on the country charts.
By: S.L. Rachel
April 22 2024
From hobos spinning tales of a mythical death coach to the lore of Paul Bunyan's brother constructing a railroad to the stars, the song weaves a captivating narrative of American ingenuity and imagination.
By: S.L. Rachel
April 17 2024