American Songwriter

On This Day in 1961, Patsy Cline Released the Album That Introduced Two of Her Biggest Hits—Despite Failing To Receive Initial Airplay

On this day (November 27) in 1961, Patsy Cline released her second full-length album, Showcase. It was her only LP to reach the Billboard 200 chart, where it peaked at No. 73. Additionally, it ...
American Songwriter

On This Day in 1956, Patsy Cline Began Recording the Album That Produced One of Her Biggest Hits

On this day (January 5) in 1956, Patsy Cline began recording her self-titled debut album. The LP’s 12 tracks showcased Cline’s range with a combination of country-pop, rockabilly, and honky tonk songs ...
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Patsy Cline's legacy lives on with 1963 compilation of her iconic hits

Just three months after the tragic death of country music starPatsy Cline, her record label took an important step in preserving and celebrating her remarkable career. On June 10, 1963, Decca Records ...