Annie Zaleski
33 Years Ago: Clint Black Signs With RCA Records
The label's been home to Elvis Presley, Kenny Rogers and the Judds, among others.
23 Years Ago: Shania Twain’s ‘You’re Still the One’ Hits No. 1
On May 2, 1998, "You're Still the One" hit No. 1 on the country singles chart.
10 Country Crossovers That Actually Worked
Not every artist finds country success when coming in from a different genre ... but these men and women did!
18 Years Ago: Darryl Worley’s ‘Have You Forgotten?’ Hits No. 1
On April 5, 2003, Worley's "Have You Forgotten?" was in the top spot on the country charts.
73 Years Ago: ‘Louisiana Hayride’ Radio Show Debuts
On April 3, 1948, the influential radio program 'Louisiana Hayride' premiered.
31 Years Ago: Travis Tritt Releases ‘Country Club’
On Feb. 22, 1990, Tritt released his debut album, 'Country Club'.
5 Debut Country Albums That Are Hidden Gems
Not all first releases have been hot sellers -- even albums by artists who would soon come to define and influence country music.
52 Years Ago: Dolly Parton Joins the Grand Ole Opry
On Jan. 4, 1969, Parton was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry.
44 Years Ago: Kris Kristofferson’s ‘A Star Is Born’ Opens
On Dec. 8, 1976, a remake of 'A Star Is Born' opened in theaters, starring Kris Kristofferson and Barbra Streisand.