merle haggard

On March 14, 1970, Haggard scored his ninth No. 1 hit.

These country legends should all be Rock & Roll Hall of Famers.

On Dec. 29, 1969, Haggard's 'Okie From Muskogee' album was released.

On May 22, 1970, 'Okie From Muskogee' hit No. 1 on the charts.

On May 16, 1979, "the Hag" recorded "Workin' Man Blues", from his 'A Portrait of Merle Haggard' album.

These country couples know the meaning of "'til death do us part."

The Boot counts down country music's best songs about winter.

There's nothing quite like a live country music show ... but the next best thing might just be a live country music album.

He got the chance to really help his hero and friend out at the end.

Did you know he played on these hits?