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Tributes & Remembrance

Tributes to the country stars we have lost, memorial performances, and artists honoring the people who shaped them.

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Remembering Bill Monroe’s Death by Honoring The Father Of Bluegrass Music

One of the pioneers in country music. Let's Remember the death of Bill Monroe, The Father Of Bluegrass style.

Let Loretta Lynn Remind You Hope In Life And Death In “I’m Getting Ready To Go”

Loretta Lynn embraces the topic of death in her self-penned song “I’m Getting Ready to Go.” The song became part of her album Who Says God Is Dead!

Remembering Jimmie Rodgers Songs, The Father of Country Music

The late 1920s saw the rise to fame of American musician Jimmie Rodgers. Known for his rhythmic yodeling, most Jimmie Rodgers songs are still recognized today.

Judd Family Asks For Sensitivity and Non-Disclosure Of Information Regarding Their Mother, Naomi Judd’s, Death

In this trying time, the Judd Family Asks for privacy regarding country music legend Naomi Judd's death.

Lee Greenwood Mourns The Loss of Manager And Friend Jerry Bentley

On the 28th of August 2022, Lee Greenwood’s friend and former manager, Jerry Bentley, passed away at the age of 79.

Hearts are Touched as Country Legend Loretta Lynn Honors Her Good Friend, Gloria Jean Land

On Tuesday, August 30, legendary country singer Loretta Lynn and her family paid homage to a special person in their life.

Remembering The Death of Ernest Tubb, The Texas Troubadour

A pioneer of country music, let us remember the legendary Ernest Tubb, also known as the Texas Troubadour.

Remembering The Death of Don Williams, The Gentle Giant We Have All Loved

It was back in September 8, 2017 when Don Williams died. Let's all give respect as we recollect his great music and commemorate his first death anniversary.

Blake Shelton Paid Tribute To The ’90s In His Latest Single “No Body,” And It’s Pretty Nostalgic

Blake Shelton released a new song called “No Body,” and it’s giving some ‘90s country vibes, taking you a trip down memory lane.

Remembering The Death Of Jerry Reed, The Guitar Man Of Country Music

On September 1, 2008, popular country singer and movie actor Jerry Reed died at his home outside Nashville, Tennessee, after a long bout with emphysema.

Remembering The Death Of Lew Dewitt, Who Sang Tenor For The Statler Brothers

On August 15, 1990, Lew Dewitt died from heart and kidney disease, which resulted from his long-suffering of the tortuous Crohn's disease.  

Here Are Some Facts About Emily Strayer, Who Helped Ignite The Genre’s Girl Power Era In The Late 1990s

Emily Strayer, the banjo and guitar player of the Grammy Award-winning country band The Chicks, is one of today's best female artists. Get to know her with these facts.

Olivia Newton-John’s Daughter, Chloe Lattanzi, Honored Her Later Mother With A Series Of Poignant Posts

Few hours after the death of the beloved star Olivia Newton-John was announced, her only child, daughter Chloe Lattanzi turned to social media to honor her mother

Beloved Singer and “Grease” Actress Olivia Newton-John Dies of Breast Cancer at 73

Olivia Newton-John, the singer-songwriter whose breathy voice made her one of the most successful pop stars, passed away peacefully after a longtime battle with cancer.

Throwback To Johnny Cash’s “The Man Comes Around,” One Of The Last Songs He Wrote Before His Death

In 2002, Johnny Cash released "The Man Comes Around" off his American IV: The Man Comes Around. It's one of the last songs he wrote and the only song he wrote its entirety.

Kenny Chesney Is Grieving For The Accidental Death of A Concertgoer in Denver, Colorado

Kenny Chesney said he's "devastated" as he mourns for the death of one fan, whom the police said died after she fell from an escalator following the singer's concert in Denver, Colorado.

Luke Bryan Granted Two Young Brothers’ Wish To Honor Their Late Father With A Performance Of “Drink A Beer”

Two young boys – whose father recently died – asked Luke Bryan to sing "Drink A Beer" together. So, the country singer asked them to get onstage and do just that.

Loretta Lynn Remembers Her Son Jack And Daughter Betty Sue In Their Death Anniversaries

Loretta Lynn penned a sweet tribute filled with photos of her son, Jack Benny Lynn, and daughter Betty Sue Lynn to celebrate their lives amidst their death anniversaries.

Tony Dow, Who Portrayed The Perfect Big Brother In The Popular Sitcom Leave It To Beaver, Has Died 

Tony Dow – who's famous for his role as the amiable, protective big brother Wally Cleaver of the iconic 1950s TV series Leave It to Beaver – has passed away. He was 77.

Reports Revealed That Hank Williams Jr.’s Wife, Mary Jane Thomas, Died Following a Surgery Mishap

Reports said that Hank Williams Jr.'s wife, Mary Jane Thomas, has died from collapsed lungs which occurred a day after she underwent an elective procedure.

Remembering The Death of Glen Campbell, The Country Boy Who Sings

On August 8, 2017, country music legend Glen Campbell died in Nashville, Tennessee, at age 81, following a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease.

“Our Hearts Are Broken,” Says Jana Kramer, Who Is Mourning The Death Of Her Beloved Grandfather

Country singer and One Tree Hill alum Jana Kramer is mourning the loss of her beloved grandfather, Jim Kauffman. She has asked fans to keep her family in their prayers.

Ned LeDoux Remembers Dad Chris with “This Cowboy’s Hat”

On October 19, 2017, Ned LeDoux honored his father, Chris LeDoux, at The Roadrunner in New River, Arizona, with his hit, “This Cowboy’s Hat.”

“Vincent:” Don McLean’s Tribute to the Great Vincent Van Gogh

Don McLean wrote "Vincent" in 1971, and released it on June 17, 1972. It was a tribute song of McLean to Dutch painter Vincent Van Gogh.

The Music Community Mourns The Tragic Passing Of Niko Everette, Luke Bryan’s Former Drummer

Niko Everette, a talented drummer who has opened for acts including Luke Bryan, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and more, died in a one-vehicle wreck.

Remembering The Death of Kitty Wells, The Country’s First Female Star

Kitty Wells passed away six years ago today. Her hit "It Wasn't God Who Made Honky Tonk Angels" turned her into a country superstar in 1952.

“Sissy’s Song” is Alan Jackson’s Tribute To an Unforgettable Woman

“Sissy’s Song” is dedicated to Leslie “Sissy” Fitzgerald, a housekeeper who worked at Alan Jackson’s house. He wrote the song after Sissy’s death.

Remembering The Death Of Charlie Rich, The Soulful, Silver-Haired Balladeer Of the 1970s

The death of Charlie Rich on July 25, 1995, came as a shocker. He died in his sleep in a motel in Hammond, Louisiana from an acute pulmonary embolism.

Remembering The Death of Lynn Anderson, Whose Powerful, Husky Voice Brought Her Atop The Charts

On July 30, 2015, country singer-songwriter Lynn Anderson died – at the age of 67 – from a heart attack after contracting pneumonia following a trip to Italy.

Remembering Jim Reeves’ Death, The Last Flight That Ended His Life

Official investigation recorded that Reeves ran into the heavy rain at 4:52 p.m. and crashed only a minute later. The wreckage was found 42 hours later.