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Scott Joplin
Scott Joplin (1868-1917) was an African-American composer and pianist known as the “King of Ragtime”. He wrote more than 40 ragtime pieces, including The Entertainer, Maple Leaf Rag, and Treemonisha, as well as a ragtime ballet and two operas. Joplin’s compositions influenced swing music, which later evolved into jazz.
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Rod Stewart
He is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, with over 200 million records sold worldwide. His signature voice, style, and songwriting have transcended all genres of popular music.
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Garth Brooks
Brooks has released 45 albums, including Time Traveler, No Fences, and The Life of Chris Gaines. Some of his songs include “Dance”, “Friends in Low Places”, and “Thunder Rolls”.
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Dolly Parton
Dolly Parton is an American singer-songwriter, actress, and philanthropist known for her country music career. Parton has released over 60 albums, including Rockstar, Trio, and Dumplin’. Her styles include country-pop, traditional country, country-folk, urban cowboy, contemporary country, honky tonk, and progressive country
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Everly Brothers
The Everly Brothers have released more than 60 albums, including Reunion Concert, Everly Brothers, and Roots. Some of their songs include “All I Have To Do Is Dream”, “Let it be me”, and “Cathy’s Clown”.
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Patsy Kline
Patsy Cline (1932 – 1963) was an American country singer who became an icon after her early death in a plane crash in 1963. Her unique style and vocal impeccability established her as the quintessential torch singer, and her #1 jukebox hit “Crazy” is the of all time. Cline is the first solo female artist…
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Willie Nelson
Willie Nelson, American country singer, songwriter, and guitarist. Known for being a leader of the outlaw country subgenre, which emerged in the late 1960s as a reaction to Nashville’s conservative sound. Nelson has had 20 number one country hits and 114 chart singles since 1962, and is considered one of the most influential and versatile…
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The Band
The Band is a Canadian-American pop/rock band that was active from 1967 to 1999. The band consists of Rick Danko, Garth Hudson, Richard Manuel, Robbie Robertson, and Levon Helm. The Band has released over 60 albums, including Last Waltz, Band, and Rock of Ages. Some of their songs include “Weight”, “Night They Drove Old Dixie…
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Buddy Holly
Buddy Holly was a pioneering figure in the early days of rock and roll. His innovative approach to songwriting and recording, along with his influential style, left a lasting impact on the music industry. Holly’s legacy continues to inspire musicians and captivate audiences, ensuring his place as one of the true legends of rock and…
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Roy Orbison
Roy Orbison was an American singer, songwriter, and guitarist known for his powerful voice, complex song structures, and dark ballads. His music is mostly in the rock genre, and his most successful periods were in the early 1960s and the late 1980s. His first hit song was “Ooby Dooby” as released by Sun Records in…
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Harry Nilsson
Harry Nilsson (1941 – 1994) was an American singer-songwriter who released more than 60 albums. His music spans many genres, including pop/rock, soft rock, baroque pop, and psychedelic pop. Some of his songs include “Without You”, “Everybody’s Talkin'”, and “Jump Into The Fire”.
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John Fogerty
John Fogerty is an American singer, songwriter, and guitarist who has released 28 albums, including John Fogerty, Centerfield, and Revival. He is best known for his work with the swamp rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR), where he was the lead singer, lead guitarist, and main songwriter. He has also had a successful solo career,…
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Bee Gees
The Bee Gees are a musical group formed in 1958 by brothers Barry, Robin, and Maurice Gibb. They were popular in the late 1960s and early 1970s, and again in the mid- to late 1970s as disco performers. The Bee Gees are known for their three-part harmonies, with Robin’s lead vocals and Barry’s falsetto becoming…
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Paul Simon
Paul Simon is an American singer-songwriter known for his unique musical style and prolific songwriting. His songs are known for their insightful lyrics, catchy melodies, and unique chord progressions. Simon’s music is a blend of various genres, including folk, rock, pop, and world music, and he incorporates elements of African and Latin rhythms into his…
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Eagles
The Eagles are an American rock band that is known for their blend of country, folk, and rock music. The band’s founding members were Glenn Frey, Don Henley, Bernie Leadon, and Randy Meisner, who formed the band in 1971. The band has had 10 songs reach the top ten of the music charts, including “Hotel…