June 2021 – Page 3 – Country Universe

Every #1 Country Single of the Nineties: George Strait, “Love Without End, Amen”

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George Strait’s first No. 1 single of the decade spends five weeks at the top.

Every #1 Country Single of the Nineties: Kathy Mattea, “She Came From Fort Worth”

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The reigning Female Vocalist of the Year scores her final No. 1 hit.

Single Review: Brad Paisley, “City of Music”

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“City of Music” is one of Paisley’s best-written songs to date.

Every #1 Country Single of the Nineties: Tanya Tucker, “Walking Shoes”

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Tanya Tucker’s second No. 1 single of 1990 previewed her first studio album of the decade.

Every #1 Country Single of the Nineties: Ricky Van Shelton, “I’ve Cried My Last Tear For You”

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Ricky Van Shelton scores his second No. 1 single of 1990.

A Country Music Conversation: Sirius Top 1000 Country Songs of All Time, #190-#181

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Ten of the biggest country artists of all time are on this section of the list, an indication that we’re getting closer to the top.

Every #1 Country Single of the Nineties: Clint Black, “Walkin’ Away”

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Killin’ Time keep killin’ it on the charts.

Every #1 Country Single of the Nineties: Dan Seals, “Love On Arrival”

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The first dud of the decade has arrived.

Worth Reading: A Modern Country Music History, Part Five: Returning Home (2014-2016)

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This section perfectly captures why many mainstream country music fans found themselves leaving radio acts behind and fully embracing independent artists.

Every #1 Country Single of the Nineties: Travis Tritt, “Help Me Hold On”

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The Class of 1989’s southern rocker scores his first No. 1 hit.