The Boot Staff

On April 8, 1989, "I'm No Stranger to the Rain" became Whitley's last No. 1 hit before his death from alcoholism.

Did you know she wrote all of these songs?

On March 1, 1968, Cash wed Carter in Franklin, Ky.

On Feb. 22, 1999, Paisley released his debut single.

On Feb. 18, 2010, Lady A's "Need You Now" single was certified double-platinum, for sales of 2 million copies.

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The Boot's 2021 artists to watch vary in genre, style, influence and background, but these country, Americana, folk and bluegrass newcomers are all poised to have breakout years. Their names are ones to keep your eyes (and ears) on: artists you'll want to hear early, so you can b…

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Urban's inked up!

He's is nothing less than a national treasure and an absolute legend in not just the country genre but music as a whole.