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The Boot’s Weekly Picks: Valerie June, The Local Honeys + More
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Top 10 Patsy Cline Songs
Cline's songs are some of the most essential in the history of country music.
24 Years Ago: Faith Hill Hits No. 1 With ‘This Kiss’
On May 16, 1998, Hill landed at the top of the charts with her single "This Kiss."
53 Years Ago: Merle Haggard Records ‘Workin’ Man Blues’
On May 16, 1979, "the Hag" recorded "Workin' Man Blues", from his 'A Portrait of Merle Haggard' album.
The Boot’s Weekly Picks: Hannah Juanita, Joy Oladokun + More
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33 Years Ago: Keith Whitley Dies
Whitley died at the age of 33 from alcohol poisoning.
73 Years Ago: Hank Williams Gets His First No. 1 Song With ‘Lovesick Blues’
On May 7, 1949, Williams earned his first No. 1 hit, with "Lovesick Blues."
33 Years Ago: Naomi Judd Marries Larry Strickland
Rest in peace, Naomi.
Top 10 Country Wedding Songs
There's no bigger moment in a person's life than the day they exchange vows, and country music is rich with love songs filled with pledges of undying love and devotion, perfect for couples on that most special of days.
The Boot’s Weekly Picks: Angel Olsen, Drive-By Truckers + More
In need of some fresh music? Here are 10 new songs from country, Americana and beyond that you need to hear.