The Boot Staff

On Aug. 7, 2004, McEntire earned her 22nd No. 1 hit with "Somebody," from her 'Room to Breathe' album.

On Aug. 5, 1989, Parton soared to the top of the charts with her single "Why'd You Come in Here Lookin' Like That."

On Aug. 3, 1999, Cline was posthumously awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Nail has been married to his wife, Catherine Werne, since 2009.

Country music is filled with songs proclaiming love and devotion to the United States, but for many artists, their patriotism runs much deeper.

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On June 17, 1988, Brooks signed with Capitol Records.

Is it hot in here, or is it these album covers?

On May 10, 2008, Underwood was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry.

Whitley's rich musical legacy makes us wonder what kind of impact he would have made on country music had he lived longer ...