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Lynch, who moved to Nashville at age 18 to be a professional songwriter, struck platinum with his debut single, 2012's "Cowboys and Angels."

On Dec. 3, 1968, Presley made his triumphant return to the stage with an NBC TV special presented by the Singer sewing company.

On the night of Nov. 10, 1973, Akeman and his wife, Estelle, were murdered after interrupting a burglary at their home.

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Silverstein was known for his whimsical and twisted children's poetry, but he also was a prolific songwriter, especially for country artists.

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

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On Aug. 7, 1948, Williams made his first appearance on the influential radio program 'Louisiana Hayride'.

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