There are 14 country stars who should be given more recognition. While it seemed like Dwight Yoakam was the most overlooked singer in country music, we recently discovered another iconic country artist whose career deserves more respect.
Yoakam has a very low batting average of .081 (3 hits out of 37 attempts) when it comes to the CMA, ACM, and Grammy Awards. However, despite his poor average, he has managed to win three times. In comparison, the Bellamy Brothers have not been as fortunate.
David and Howard Bellamy, a country duo, have an astonishing record of 0-29 at the three main shows. No other duo in the country music industry has received more nominations in the duo category, yet they have never won. The Bellamy brothers have been so consistently overlooked that they were not even taken into consideration by the Taste of Country team when compiling a list of deserving artists who are not in the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Related: There are 62 country artists who have not been included in the Hall of Fame
It appeared to be obvious that they would have arrived by now.
It is possible for you to feel as upset as we did about this type of disrespect. We suggest using a stress ball, a CBD gummy (if it is legal), or any method you personally use to stay calm while reading the following list. The list below consists of 14 artists, specifically legacy acts, who we believe deserve more respect.
We will postpone discussing contemporary country singers who are not given enough respect for another time.
Included in this list are two renowned female performers who have achieved great success on their own, as well as three well-known musical groups. Billy Ray Cyrus is also featured on the list, and although this may be a contentious choice, the evidence supports his inclusion and suggests that he and his 13 companions deserve more recognition and admiration.
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