Annie Zaleski

On June 8, 1974, Parton's "I Will Always Love You" started its first and only week at No. 1 on the charts.

On June 6, 1980, 'Urban Cowboy' hit theaters.

On May 31, 2013, Pope released "Wasting All These Tears," her debut country single.

On May 27, 2008, Darius Rucker released his debut country single, "Don't Think I Don't Think About It."

On May 2, 1998, "You're Still the One" hit No. 1 on the country singles chart.

On April 3, 1948, the influential radio program 'Louisiana Hayride' premiered.

In modern times, no rock band has enjoyed as much country success as Bon Jovi.

There's no other choice for No. 1 ...

Do y'all agree?

You'd be hard-pressed to find a musician who isn't influenced by the Beatles.

On Jan. 30, 2000, Hill had the distinct honor of opening Super Bowl XXXIV at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta by singing the National Anthem.

Not every artist finds country success when coming in from a different genre ... but these men and women did!