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Apr 12, 2024 · Dwight Yoakam made a name for himself when his first three albums, Guitars, Cadillacs, Etc., Etc., Hillbilly Deluxe, and Buenas Noches from a Lonely Room, all reached the number one spot on the Top Country Albums chart. His accolades include two Grammy Awards and one Academy of Country Music award.
- Loretta Lynn
- Chris Stapleton
- Dwight Yoakam
- Keith Whitley
- Patty Loveless
- Billy Ray Cyrus
- John Michael Montgomery
- Wynonna Judd
- Sturgill Simpson
- Ricky Skaggs
Up first, we have the most awarded female country artist, Loretta Lynn. She was born in Butcher Hollow, Kentucky, in 1932. Her career started in the late 1950s, but her breakthrough came in 1967 with her first #1 hit, “Don’t Come Home A-Drinkin’ (With Lovin’ on Your Mind).” From then on, in a career that spanned more than sixty years, she performed...
Next, we have country star Christopher Stapleton, who was born in Lexington, Kentucky, and spent most of his childhood in Staffordsville. In 2001, he began studying at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, but soon dropped out to pursue music full time. Stapleton is a prolific songwriter with more than 170 writing credits, including famous country hi...
Born in Pikeville, Kentucky, in 1956, Dwight Yoakamwas exposed to music at a young age, as his family enjoyed listening to records and the radio, often singing along. He was also a talented guitarist and joined in his high school band, sometimes performing in local private parties. His break came when he moved to Los Angeles and released his debut ...
Born in Bedford, Keith Whitleyfirst started performing in a bluegrass band in the early 1970s. He later moved to Nashville, Tennessee, and in 1988, Whitley released some of his most famous songs, including “Don’t Close Your Eyes” and “When You Say Nothing at All.” However, just as his career was beginning to take off, sadly, Whitely passed awayat t...
Patricia Lee Ramey, better known by her stage name Patty Loveless, was born in Pikeville, Kentucky. She began singing at a young age, performing with her brother at local events. Her career had a rocky start in 1985, with releases not reaching top 40, but by 1988, she had become a member of the Grand Ole Opry and began rising in popularity from the...
Next, we have country legend Billy Ray Cyrus, who was born in Flatwoods, Kentucky. Cyrus developed a love for singing as a child since he was exposed to both bluegrass and gospel music by his community. Over the years, he has released sixteen studio albums, but he is probably best known for his song “Achy Breaky Heart” and his verse in “Old Town Ro...
Born in Danville, Kentucky, country singer John Michael Montgomeryspent his childhood in Nicholasville, Kentucky. As a youth, Montgomery sang and played music with his brother, Eddie, who himself saw success as a member of the country music group Montgomery Gentry. Montgomery began his solo career in 1992 with his debut album Life’s a Dance. It onl...
Our next singer’s journey with music began when she received a guitar for Christmas one year and learned how to play it. Ashland native Wynonna Juddthen began her music career as a member of the county music duo the Judds, alongside her mother. In the late 1970s, Judd and her mother moved to Nashville, Tennessee, where they saw significant success....
Our penultimate singer was born in Jackson, Kentucky. John Sturgill Simpsonis better known by his middle name, Sturgill, which was his grandmother’s maiden name. He did a short stint in the navy before beginning his music career in 2004. For him, it was a rocky start, but Sturgill eventually became known for his Americana-folk music with a distinct...
And last but by no means least, we have country and bluegrass singer Ricky Skaggs. He’s also a multi-instrumentalist who plays the mandolin, fiddle, guitar, and banjo. Born in Cordell, Kentucky, Skaggs began playing music at a very early age, and his first public performance occurred when he was only seven years old. His solo career began in 1975 w...
Jul 19, 2022 · With artists like Chris Stapleton, The Judds, Sturgill Simpson, Carly Pearce, Keith Whitley, Loretta Lynn, Tyler Childers and others calling the Commonwealth home, some of the best country...
Pages in category "Country musicians from Kentucky". The following 158 pages are in this category, out of 158 total. This list may not reflect recent changes.
Oct 30, 2023 · Country music has always been rooted in storytelling, and Kentucky songwriters have crafted countless tales inspired by people and places within the state. From Loretta Lynn‘s "Coal Miner‘s Daughter" to Dwight Yoakam‘s "Readin‘ Rightin‘ Route 23," many songs follow a narrative structure to vividly capture Appalachian life.
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Sep 13, 2024 · Here are the best artists and bands from Kentucky. Many musical traditions are important to the people of Kentucky. Bluegrass is prominent in the region as well as Appalachian folk music. This type of music draws influence from English ballads and songs from Scotland and Ireland.
Mar 20, 2018 · Turns out that the magic number wound up being twenty-three, so I figure why not dedicate this article to the Country Music Highway or as the Government calls it, U.S. 23! This list includes every genre out there, so there truly is something for everyone here.
