Editor's Picks

On Nov. 3, 1961, Williams, publisher Fred Rose and Jimmie Rodgers were among the first inductees into the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.

On Oct. 15, 1960, Lynn made her debut on the Grand Ole Opry.

He's is nothing less than a national treasure and an absolute legend in not just the country genre but music as a whole.

In the early days of country music, future stars relied more on live radio appearances than touring or record sales.

When Lynn entered country music nearly 60 (SIXTY!) years ago, she changed everything, from what a female country singer could sing about to what a female country singer could achieve.

Born Nuta Kotlyarenko in Kiev, Russia, on Dec. 15, 1902, Nudie Cohn outfitted many of country music's finest, pioneering now-classic styles that continue to influence the looks of a new generation.

Cline's songs are some of the most essential in the history of country music.

The younger Cash has recorded or named 15 tracks on this list ... but what about the other 85?

Roy Acuff’s captivating vocal delivery and electrifying stage presence made him the heart and soul of one of country music’s longest running and most revered institutions, the Grand Ole Opry.

Reed recorded some fantastic music from the age of 18 until the later years of his life.