5 Debut Country Albums That Are Hidden GemsNot all first releases have been hot sellers -- even albums by artists who would soon come to define and influence country music. Annie Zaleski
Do You Know the Names of These 14 Country Stars’ Backing Bands?Believe it or not, lots of your favorite performers actually have a dedicated name for the musicians who play alongside them. Carrie Horton
8 Unbelievable CMA Awards Winners (and 3 That Came Close!)Who has more CMA Awards wins: country radio staple Chris Young, or the actor who played George on 'Seinfeld'? Billy Dukes
59 Years Ago: Hank Williams Among First Inductees Into Country Music Hall of FameOn Nov. 3, 1961, Williams, publisher Fred Rose and Jimmie Rodgers were among the first inductees into the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.Gayle Thompson
72 Years Ago: Hank Williams Debuts on ‘Louisiana Hayride’On Aug. 7, 1948, Williams made his first appearance on the influential radio program 'Louisiana Hayride'.Annie Zaleski
They Call Them … What?! 16 of the Best Country Star NicknamesDo you know the nicknames of your favorite country stars?Carrie Horton
Here’s the Real Reason the Grand Ole Opry Won’t Reinstate Hank WilliamsIt's nothing personal.Lorie Liebig