American Songwriter

3 Country Songs From 1970 That Helped Shape the Decade

The 70s are one of the most important decades in country music. In the 70s, numerous songs were released, which would later ...
Whiskey Riff

Loretta Lynn Wrote “Coal Miner’s Daughter” On A $17 Guitar: “If I Told The Whole Story, Nobody Would Believe It”

A career-defining song. On this date in 1970, the late, great Loretta Lynn was at #1 on the country chart with her signature tune "Coal Miner's Daughter." It also became her first song to chart on the ...
American Songwriter

On This Day in 1970, Loretta Lynn Topped the Charts With an Autobiographical Hit That Spawned an Academy Award-Winning Film

The legendary Loretta Lynn topped the country charts on this day in 1970 with her autobiographical hit "Coal Miner's Daughter." ...
Yahoo

Loretta Lynn's Granddaughter Gives 'Absolute Chills' With Grand Ole Opry Tribute

Emmy Russell is carrying on Loretta Lynn’s country music legacy in a way only family can. The American Idol alum took the Grand Ole Opry stage for a breathtaking performance of “Lay Me Down,” honoring ...