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Top 10 Most Influential Women of Country Music
In honor of Women's History Month, I've compiled a list of the Top 10 most influential female artists of country music, and created a spotlight for each of them.

The women I've chosen are based on their total influence on other artists, record sales, and other data. I've listed them in roughly in a timeline sequence.

Top 10 Most Influential Women of Country Music - Reba McEntire
Top 10 Most Influential Women of Country Music - Reba McEntire
Top 10 Most Influential Women of Country Music - Emmylou Harris
Top 10 Most Influential Women of Country Music - Emmylou Harris
Top 10 Most Influential Women of Country Music - Tanya Tucker
Top 10 Most Influential Women of Country Music - Tanya Tucker
Top 10 Most Influential Women of Country Music - Barbara Mandrell
Top 10 Most Influential Women of Country Music - Barbara Mandrell
Top 10 Most Influential Women of Country Music - Tammy Wynette
Top 10 Most Influential Women of Country Music - Tammy Wynette
Top 10 Most Influential Women of Country Music - Dolly Parton
Top 10 Most Influential Women of Country Music - Dolly Parton
Top 10 Most Influential Women of Country Music - Loretta Lynn
Top 10 Most Influential Women of Country Music - Loretta Lynn
Most Influential Women of Country Music, Patsy Cline, country music, women in co
Top 10 Most Influential Women of Country Music - Patsy Cline
Top 10 Most Influential Women of Country Music - Kitty Wells
Top 10 Most Influential Women of Country Music - Kitty Wells
Top 10 Most Influential Women of Country Music - "Mother" Maybelle Carter
Top 10 Most Influential Women of Country Music - "Mother" Maybelle Carter
Looking Back at Country Music in 2007
Take a look back at Country Music in 2007. Read about the biggest songs, and artists. Review the Country Award winners, and more.
A Look Back at Country Music in 2004
A Look Back at Country Music in 2004
A Look Back at Country Music in 2003
We take a look back at some of the events and statistics of Country Music in the year 2003.
Looking Back at Country Music in 2005
We look back at the year of country music in 2005, recapping the biggest stories, chart hits, tours and more.
Looking Back at Country Music in 2006
Take a look back at Country Music in 2006.
Country 101: Country Tour Dates - Where To Find Who's Playing Where
Country 101: Country Tour Dates - Where To Find Who's Playing Where
Country 101: Different Types of Country - Bob Wills - Western Swing
Lesson Two: Different Types of Country - Bob Wills: King of Western Swing
Country 101: Different Types of Country - Hank Williams & Honkytonk
Lesson Three: Different Types of Country - Hank Williams and Honky Tonk
Country 101: Different Types of Country - Nashville Sound
Lesson Four: Different Types of Country - Nashville Sound
Country 101: Different Types of Country - New Country
Lesson Six: Different Types of Country - New Country
Country 101: Different Types of Country - Outlaw Country
Lesson Five: Different Types of Country - Outlaw Country
Country 101: Different Types of Country - Which Type Is For You?
Lesson One: Different Types of Country - What Type of Country Is For You?
Country 101: Free Country Downloads - Clipart, Wallpaper, & More
Country 101: Free Country Downloads - Clipart, Wallpaper, Winamp Skins
Country 101: Glossary of Country Music Terms - A-H
Country Music 101 glossary of country music terms country glossary country music glossary music terms
Free Country Music 101 Class
Whether you're new to country music or a seasoned veteran, you can find something interesting in my new FREE Country 101 course. Learn about types of country music, a glossary of country music terms, find tour dates and where to buy tickets, and fan clubs you can join. Get info on merchandise, find out about the two major country video channels, and last but not least, free downloads!
Louisiana Hayride: Radio & Roots Music Along the Red River - By Tracey E. W. Laird
Review of Tracey E. W. Laird's book, Louisiana Hayride: Radio & Roots Music Along the Red River.
Roughstock's History of Country Music
Follow the timeline to find out about the artists that shaped the sound of country music.
Ryman Auditorium
Read about the history of the Ryman Auditorium, the Mother Church of Country Music.
The Carter Family
The Carter Family is one of the most influential country music groups, as well as one of country music's first stars, along with Jimmy Rogers.
The Central West Texas Music Hall of Fame
Here's a tribute to those artists who have had a National Top 40 record, and who reside in Central West Texas.
The Grand Ole Opry
Find out the history of the Grand Ole Opry, get information on upcoming shows and purchase tickets.
Alabama Music Hall of Fame Inductees
A tribute to the great musicians that came out of Alabama. Check out Hall of Fame members like Hank Williams, Sonny James, Tammy Wynette and Alabama.
Country Music History - Timeline
Here is a look at country music history through the years.
Hall of Fame Induction Procedures
How are members inducted into the Hall of Fame?
Jimmie Rodgers
Official website of the "Father of Country Music." Read his biography, view images and more.
Journal of Country Music
Subscribe to the Journal of Country Music here. See what's in the current issue, what has been in past issues, and features planned for the future.
Members of the Country Music Hall of Fame
Here is a listing of all the members of the Country Music Hall of Fame, from Jimmy Rogers, Fred Rose and Hank Williams' inductions in 1961 through today.

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