In 1976, Loretta Lynn Became the First Female Entertainer of the Year at the ACM Awards
In 1976, Loretta Lynn shattered expectations at the ACM Awards by becoming the first female Entertainer of the Year, changing country music forever.
Meet the Broadway Star Taking On the Role of Loretta Lynn in Coal Miner’s Daughter Musical
Two-time Tony winner Sutton Foster steps into Loretta Lynn's boots for the Broadway-bound Coal Miner's Daughter—with fire, grit, and the family's full blessing.
Loretta Lynn Wasn’t Impressed With Modern Country and She Said So
Loretta Lynn didn't just speak out about modern country music. She defended the heart of the genre and challenged future artists to keep it pure, simple, and real.
Reba McEntire Honored Patsy Cline and Loretta Lynn With a Performance That Brought the Opry to Tears
Reba McEntire honored Patsy Cline and Loretta Lynn with a powerful tribute at the Opry's 100th anniversary, proving their legacy in country music is still alive.
5 Loretta Lynn Songs That Were Radio Banned But Still Became Hits
Loretta Lynn's fearless songwriting shook up country music, leading to radio bans on some of her biggest hits. These five songs sparked controversy but still became classics.
Emmy Russell Was So Mad When American Idol Made Her Sing Grandma Loretta Lynn’s Song
Emmy Russell was furious when American Idol judges made her sing Loretta Lynn's Coal Miner's Daughter, fearing it would overshadow her own identity as an artist.
Four-Year-Old Braydon’s Precious Cover of “As Soon as I Hang Up the Phone” Will Melt Your Heart
Four-year-old Braydon's adorable cover of Loretta Lynn and Conway Twitty's "As Soon as I Hang Up the Phone" will steal your heart and showcase country music's timeless appeal.
Hannah Kay Honors Loretta Lynn in Powerful “Coal Miner’s Daughter” Performance
Hannah Kay honors Loretta Lynn's "Coal Miner's Daughter" with a powerful performance on The Voice, gaining admiration from judges and a special shout-out from Lynn herself.
Female Country Singers Who Smoke and How It Affects Their Careers
Female country singers like Alison Krauss and Gretchen Wilson reveal their personal smoking stories, showcasing how it impacted their voices and public image.
Loretta Lynn’s Handwritten ‘Coal Miner’s Daughter’ Lyrics You’ve Never Seen Before
Loretta Lynn’s handwritten Coal Miner’s Daughter lyrics are a stunning glimpse into the struggles and triumphs of her life.
Unveiling Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn’s first duet, “After the Fire is Gone”
Although not besotted with each other, Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn seemingly chase the spark in their top single, “After the Fire is Gone.”
Loretta Lynn’s Calming Cover of “Peace in the Valley”
Country legend Loretta Lynn released her calming version of the ultimate hit gospel song “Peace in the Valley.”
More Than a Cover: Unveiling Loretta Lynn’s Unique “Ten Thousand Angels”
Here’s how Loretta Lynn’s soulful rendition of “Ten Thousand Angels” stood out from the others.
Listen to Loretta Lynn’s Take on the Gospel Hymn “In the Garden”
Loretta Lynn’s cover of the 1912 gospel hymn “In the Garden” is a testament to her ability to convey deep emotions to her audience effortlessly.
Listen to “The Pill”: Loretta Lynn’s Gutsy Song About Birth Control and Sexual Freedom
Loretta Lynn wasn’t afraid to drive the industry and conservative listeners into shock with her track “The Pill.” Listen to it here.
Loretta Lynn’s Soulful Country Cover of “In The Sweet By and By”
Loretta Lynn gave one of the most amazing covers of the classic gospel hymn “In The Sweet By and By,” and here’s what you need to know about it.
Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn And Their Heartfelt Exploration Of Romantic Love With “Feelins’”
Seasoned duet partners Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn sing of the complex and nuanced emotions in a relationship with their 1975 hit “Feelins’.”
100 Best Classic Country Songs Of All Time
Get ready to take a trip down memory lane with our curated selection of 100 best classic country songs of all time.
Get Ready for a Bad Bitch Beatdown with Loretta Lynn’s “Fist City”
If you’ve heard of Loretta Lynn’s “Fist City,” you’d know that she’s exactly the type of woman you would want on your side – not against you.
Decades Finest: Here Are The Top 10 Country Songs Of The 1960s
The 1960s were a golden era for country music that helped shape the genre’s future. To celebrate this decade, let’s go through some of the best country songs of the 1960s.
Looking Back To The Top 10 Country Songs Of The 1970s
The 1970s stood out as a fantastic era for country music, with several artists reaching the peaks of their careers. With that said, here are the top 10 country songs of the 1970s.
15 Country Songs About New Beginnings And Starting Over
There's nothing quite like the magic of country songs about new beginnings and starting over. They help guide you down and magnificently conquer your chosen path.
15 Country Songs About Cheating If You Need a Good Cry
On the brighter side of your lover being unfaithful, your favorite music artists have written country songs about cheating to help you get through.
Coal Miner’s Daughter: A Tribute To Loretta Lynn Album Is A Heartfelt Tip Of The Hat
In 2010, an all-star roster of country music artists joined together to release the album Coal Miner's Daughter: A Tribute to Loretta Lynn as a tribute to the country icon.
Sung With Emotion and Grace: “Why Me Lord” by Loretta Lynn
Loretta Lynn covers Kris Kristofferson's gospel classic hymn, "Why Me Lord." Lynn delivers one of the best and most soulful renditions of the song.
Keith Urban’s “Blue Kentucky Girl” Cover Made the Queen of Country Music Cry!
In 2019, Keith Urban made a live performance of "Blue Kentucky Girl" that made listeners and the Queen of Country Music emotional.
Why is Loretta Lynn’s “Ain’t No Time to Go” So Touching?
The way Miss Lynn delivers the lyrics are sweet, like the charming southern woman that she is. But, you can still hear the hints of sadness with the lyrics.
17 Controversial Country Songs That You Probably Overlooked
Controversial country songs are abundant, despite country music being a fun and celebratory genre. We've compiled 17 country songs that we think are the "Most Controversial" songs in country music.