The Country Music Association gives out an award each year to a female artist based on individual musical performance on records or in person. The list below shows the last ten winners from 1989 - 2002.
This album includes some of Kathy's earlier hits, like "Eighteen Wheels and a Dozen Roses," "Life at the Five and Dime," and the duet with Tim O'Brien, "The Battle Hymn of Love."
"Tanya" is the first album release in 5 years from country legend Tanya Tucker. It's the first release on her own label, Tuckertime Records. It was produced by fiancé and singer/songwriter Jerry Lassiter. He joins Tanya on several songs, & you can hear the chemistry the two of them have. Vince Gill also joins Tanya as a guest vocalist on a song.
Most of the songs on "Come On Come On" were hits, and most were written (or co-written) by Carpenter, with the exception of Lucinda Williams' throaty "Passionate Kisses" and Mark
Knopfler's "The Bug," proof positive that a great rock song CAN make a great country song in the hands of the right artist.
When Pam Tillis sings, it's hard not to take notice of her. She has a voice that is so well-suited to her choice of songs, with a delivery so poignant, that it's almost impossible not to stop and listen. Her phrasing, her passion, the warmth of her voice, and her album "Sweetheart's Dance" showcases those talents beautifully.
The songs on this album are mellow, and something you'd definately like to kick back and relax with. Many of the songs have a sad feel to them, such as the Hugh Prestwood-penned song, "Ghost in This House," a cut that Shenandoah released some years back. Alison sings it with such feeling and the harmonies are wonderful!
Of the four singles released from this album, two of them were No. 1 hits, "Halfway Down" and "I Try To Think About Elvis." The other two top singles were "Here I Am" and "You Don't Even Know Who I Am." Every other track, along with the singles, are solid meat and potatoes country songs.
When you hear the name, Trisha Yearwood, you think of the amazing sound and vocal clarity that she has in each and every one of her songs. The talent is unmistakable and that is exactly why she has such a wonderful collection of songs for her "Songbook: A Collection of Hits" album.
From this album there were 6 singles released: "Still Holding On," a duet with Clint Black, "A Broken Wing," an empowering song about having a strong sense of self, "Valentine," a beautiful duet with pianist Jim Brickman; "Happy Girl," "Wrong Again," and "Whatever You Say," a tune that shows off Martina's vocal prowess.
To date, this is Faith's most successful album. With hits like the title track, "If My Heart Had Wings," "The Way You Love Me," and the duet with husband Tim McGraw, "Let's Make Love," this album has sold more than seven million copies.
If you enjoy traditional music, but like a little contemporary flare, Lee Ann's album is a perfect match for you. From the soft ballads like "Why They Call It Falling," the mega-hit title cut, the in-your-face tune, "Does My Ring Burn Your Finger," and the wonderful cover of Don Williams' "Lord, I Hope This Day Is Good" this album is a sure fire winner.
