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Who presented the award to John Denver at the CMA Awards?
Who presented the award to John Denver at the CMA Awards?
What did Charlie Rich do with the envelope containing John Denver's name?
What did Charlie Rich do with the envelope containing John Denver's name?
What was Charlie Rich's statement interpreted as?
What was Charlie Rich's statement interpreted as?
Which artist had a high-profile campaign to crossover to pop music in the 1970s?
Which artist had a high-profile campaign to crossover to pop music in the 1970s?
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Which Dolly Parton hit peaked at No. 1 on the country charts and No. 3 on the pop charts?
Which Dolly Parton hit peaked at No. 1 on the country charts and No. 3 on the pop charts?
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Who was the former lead singer of The First Edition?
Who was the former lead singer of The First Edition?
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Which artist had a No. 1 country and No. 5 pop hit with 'Lucille'?
Which artist had a No. 1 country and No. 5 pop hit with 'Lucille'?
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Who became the first female country music artist to host her own variety show?
Who became the first female country music artist to host her own variety show?
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Who is known for their successful songs that charted on both the Hot Country Singles and Billboard Hot 100 charts?
Who is known for their successful songs that charted on both the Hot Country Singles and Billboard Hot 100 charts?
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Who recorded a hit song called 'Here You Come Again' in the 1980s?
Who recorded a hit song called 'Here You Come Again' in the 1980s?
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Study Notes
CMA Awards and John Denver
- Charlie Rich presented the award to John Denver at the CMA Awards.
- Rich infamously set fire to the envelope containing Denver's name, creating a controversial moment.
- Rich's action and statement were interpreted as a protest against Denver's win, which some believed shunned traditional country music.
Notable Artists and Achievements
- Dolly Parton had the hit "Here You Come Again," which dominated the country charts at No. 1 and reached No. 3 on the pop charts.
- The former lead singer of The First Edition is Kenny Rogers, a key figure in both country and pop music.
- The artist known for "Lucille," which ranked No. 1 on the country charts and No. 5 on pop charts, is Kenny Rogers.
Trailblazers in Country Music
- Dolly Parton became the first female country music artist to host her own variety show, showcasing her versatility and talent.
- The 1970s saw a high-profile crossover campaign for Charlie Rich, as he sought to appeal to a broader pop music audience.
- Artists like Dolly Parton are famous for their successful songs that charted highly on both the Hot Country Singles and Billboard Hot 100 charts.
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Test your knowledge of legendary country music acts from the 1970s and their iconic albums. From The Outlaws to The Statler Brothers, see how well you know the country music scene of this era!
