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An Interview with Country Music's Tommy Cash
The Cash surname is royalty in country music circles, but its legacy didn't start, nor end, with The Man in Black. Johnny's brother has long carried on the hit tradition. more...
Country Singer's Music Memorabilia Has New Home
The music memorabilia of traditional-country's Charlie Walker has been donated by his widow to the Center for Popular Music at Middle Tennessee State University. more...
Country Songwriter Cindy Walker Donates Catalog
For Texas-born musician and wordsmith Cindy Walker, her country songs were more than lyrics and music notes on paper-they were her "babies," and she ensured their fate. more...
Opry Stars Unite In Song to Aid Mel McDaniel
Grand Ole Opry member Mel McDaniel suffered a heart attack in June before being put in a medically induced coma in July. Fellow country stars hope to help with a benefit. more...
Artist Overview: Singer Vern Gosdin, 1934-2009
Nashville-based country singer-songwriter Vern Gosdin, known as "The Voice" in country music, has passed away at age 74. more...
Rural Music Roots: Spencer Moore's Recordings
Early rural music wasn't of interest to record companies until they realized it was commercially viable. But recordings by these musicians provide valued oral histories. more...
Artist Profile: Old-Time Country's Spencer Moore
The old-time country music of pioneering artist Spencer Moore, who turned 90 on Feb. 7, 2009, might have gone unpreserved, if not for New York's Tompkins Square Records. more...
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The Original Carter Family began their country music legacy on August 1, 1927 in Bristol, Tennessee, when they auditioned for RCA Victor promoter Ralph Peer. more...
Artist Profile: Lee Ann Womack
By: Jessica Phillips
Womack's voice blends the light-hearted twang of Dolly Parton, the pureness of Alison Krauss, and the worldly wariness of Tammy Wynette. more...
The Origins of Old Time Fiddling
From its origins in Europe to its transformation in Canada and the United States, fiddle music continues to be one of the most popular, music genres. more...
Slim Dusty - King of Australian Country Music
By: Jo Jackson
The first Australian with an international record hit, Slim Dusty took the culture of the Australian bush to ordinary people with his distinctive style of country music. more...
Johnny Cash - The Man in Black
Although he came from humble beginnings, Johnny Cash became a pioneer of modern country music. more...
Country Funeral Music Ideas for an Older Man
A country music filled funeral is a loving tribute to a fan of western music. Here are song ideas for a grandfather, father, or other senior man's memorial service. more...
By: Connie Clyburn
Virginia's musical heritage runs deep and the Crooked Road is just the place to begin exploring its melodic roots. Come along for the adventure of a lifetime. more...
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