Linda Ronstadt and Johnny Cash – “I Never Will Marry” (The Johnny Cash Show, 1969)
Introduction: The year is 1969. Rock and roll is undergoing a seismic shift, with psychedelic experimentation and hard rock taking…
Country
George Strait – I Cross My Heart
Introduction: In the vast landscape of country music, few artists have achieved the iconic status of George Strait. Renowned for…
Dolly Parton, Linda Ronstadt, Emmylou Harris – The Sweetest Gift
Introduction: The year is 1987. Country music, once dominated by the smooth sounds of Nashville pop, was undergoing a resurgence…
Alan Jackson – The Old Rugged Cross
Introduction: Alan Jackson, a country music stalwart known for his traditional leanings and heartfelt vocals, surprised many with the release…
Vern Gosdin – That Just About Does It
Introduction: In 1989, Country music witnessed the release of a poignant ballad that resonated deeply with listeners. Vern Gosdin, a…
George Jones – Tennessee Whiskey
Introduction: George Jones’ “Tennessee Whiskey”, released in 1983, is a poignant ballad that has become synonymous with the soulful depth…
Alan Jackson – He Stopped Loving Her Today at George Jones’ Funeral
Introduction: In 1980, the world of country music witnessed the release of a song that transcended genre and resonated deeply…
”Rockin’ Years” by Dolly Parton with Ricky Van Shelton
Introduction: “Rockin’ Years”, a collaborative effort between country music titans Dolly Parton and Ricky Van Shelton, entered the world in…
George Strait & Allan Jackson-Murder on Music Row
Introduction: The year is 1999. Country music, once a genre synonymous with twangy guitars, heart-wrenching ballads, and tales of rural…
Alan Jackson – You’ll Always Be My Baby (Written for Daughters’ Weddings)
Introduction: Country music icon Alan Jackson stepped into the spotlight in 2021 with a tender ballad titled “You’ll Always Be…