Annie Zaleski

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Here are 20 country No. 1 hits that double as tangible proof that chart success isn't the only way to measure greatness.

On June 30, 1993, Chesney signed his first record deal, with the newly opened country division of Capricorn Records.

On June 29, 1968, Wynette hit No. 1 on the U.S. country charts with "D-I-V-O-R-C-E."

On June 18, 2013, Bradbery emerged as the winner of Season 4 of 'The Voice'.

On June 6, 1980, 'Urban Cowboy' hit theaters.

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On May 27, 2008, Darius Rucker released his debut country single, "Don't Think I Don't Think About It."

Here's a look back at the Eagles' history with country music that confirms the group's major impact on the genre.

She was partnered with dance pro Derek Hough.

Parton also gave the commencement address at UT Knoxville that year.

Considering Wynette simply as a one-dimensional conduit for drama and heartache does a disservice to the nuanced contours of her work.