Alan Jackson – When We All Get To Heaven
Introduction: Country Gospel Heavyweight, Alan Jackson, Releases Heartfelt Ballad, “When We All Get To Heaven” In 2006, established country music star Alan…
Randy Travis and George Jones – The Grand Tour
Introduction: The Grand Tour, a poignant country duet released in 1985, brought together two of the genre’s most iconic voices: Randy Travis…
Gene Watson – Clinging to a Saving Hand
Introduction: Clinging to a Saving Hand, a heartfelt gospel-tinged country song, was released in 1982 by established country music singer Gene Watson.…
Elvis Presley – It Keeps Right On A-Hurtin’
Introduction: A Later Look at Heartbreak: Elvis Presley’s Soulful Delivery in “It Keeps Right On A-Hurtin'” While Elvis Presley is undeniably synonymous…
The Rolling Stones – Sympathy for the Devil
Introduction: In 1968, amidst the social and political upheaval of the late 1960s, The Rolling Stones, the legendary British rock and roll…
Bee Gees – Don’t Fall in Love with Me
Introduction: Released in 1981 on the album Living Eyes, Don’t Fall In Love With Me is a song by the legendary band,…
Otis Redding – I’ve Been Loving You Too Long
Introduction: I’ve Been Loving You Too Long, a soulful ballad etched into the history of R&B, was released in 1965 by the…
George Strait – Lovesick Blues
Introduction: George Strait, the undisputed king of traditional country music, dipped his hat into the well of classic tunes for his 1991…
Johnny Cash – The Ballad of Ira Hayes
Introduction: Released in 1961 , The Ballad of Ira Hayes is a powerful folk song recorded by the legendary country music singer…
Gene Watson – Old Roman Soldier
Introduction: “Old Roman Soldier”, a contemplative country ballad about a war-weary soldier, stands out in the rich discography of American country music…