Jim Beavers was born on this day, December 27, 1967, and would become one of country music’s most famous songwriters. The post Born on This Day in 1967, the Prolific Country Songwriter…
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3 of the Most Overwritten Lyrics From the 1990s That Somehow Work
Can lyrics really be “overwritten?” Depending on your definition, yes. However, sometimes, overwriting lyrics can have excellent results. The post 3 of the Most Overwritten Lyrics From the 1990s That Somehow Work…
Stu Phillips, the “Traveling Balladeer” and Grand Ole Opry’s Oldest Member, Dead at 92
Canadian country music legend Stu Phillips, the oldest-living member of the Grand Ole Opry, has died at age 92. The post Stu Phillips, the “Traveling Balladeer” and Grand Ole Opry’s Oldest Member,…
On This Day in 1986, Hank Williams Jr. (And a Star-Studded Lineup) Reached No. 1 With a Classic Remake of His Dad’s 1940s Hit
On this day, December 27, 1986, the heir to arguably country music’s greatest legacy scored a No. 1 hit with a remake of his father’s song. The post On This Day in…
How One Unlikely Song Launched Gretchen Wilson’s Entire Career
We take a look at how one song launched Gretchen Wilson’s career, making her one of the biggest succes stories in country music. The post How One Unlikely Song Launched Gretchen Wilson’s…