Merle Haggard

Believe it or not, lots of your favorite performers actually have a dedicated name for the musicians who play alongside them.

On Dec. 29, 1969, Haggard's 'Okie From Muskogee' album was released.

You can't have the holidays without music!

The Boot counts down country music's best songs about winter.

"The Hag" was "on his deathbed" when he sent Simpson the lyrics to "Hobo Cartoon."

Eleven country artists have received Kennedy Center Honors over the years.

Better grab the tissues before watching!

Actor Sam Rockwell will portray the late legend -- and he'll do all his own singing, too!

There's nothing quite like a live country music show ... but the next best thing might just be a live country music album.

CMA winners' acceptance speeches are often the highlights in a show that's full of them.