9 Women Who Have Made CMA Awards History
In some respects, the Country Music Association CMA has always done better than a lot of organizations within the "Nashville machine" at incorporating women into its mission.
tammy wynette
Country Music Memories: Tammy Wynette Reportedly Abducted
On Oct. 4, 1978, Wynette was reportedly abducted from the parking lot of the Cain-Sloan Department Store in the Nashville neighborhood of Green Hills.
Reconsidering Tammy Wynette's Heartbroken Persona
Considering Wynette simply as a one-dimensional conduit for drama and heartache does a disservice to the nuanced contours of her work.
Country Music Memories: 'D-I-V-O-R-C-E' Hits No. 1
On June 29, 1968, Wynette hit No. 1 on the U.S. country charts with "D-I-V-O-R-C-E."
8 Important Country and Americana Albums Made at FAME Studios
These albums wouldn't be the same without FAME Studios' famous Muscle Shoals sound.
10 Statement Songs From Powerful Country Women
Women in country have historically had a lot to say, across a wide spectrum of politics and experiences.
13 Surprising and Sad Country Star Splits
At least one of these separations has a happy ending!