There are 14 country stars who should be given more recognition for their contributions to the genre. While Dwight Yoakam may have been considered one of the most underappreciated singers in country music, we were surprised to discover that there is another legendary country act that deserves more respect.
Yoakam's batting average at the CMA, ACM, and Grammy Awards is only .081, with a record of 3 wins out of 37 attempts. In comparison, the Bellamy Brothers have not been as fortunate in their achievements.
The Bellamy Brothers, David and Howard Bellamy, have an astonishing record of 0-29 at the three major shows. Despite being the most nominated duo in country music, they have never won an award. The Bellamy Brothers have been so overlooked that they were not even included in the list of deserving artists not in the Country Music Hall of Fame by the Taste of Country team.
Related: A list of 62 country artists who have not been inducted into the Hall
It appeared to be obvious that they would have already arrived.
If you find yourself getting as upset as we did about this type of disrespect, we suggest finding a way to relax while scrolling through the list. Whether it's using a stress ball, taking a CBD gummy (if it's legal for you), or any other method that helps you stay calm. The list below consists of 14 artists who are considered legacy acts and we believe they deserve more respect.
We will set aside discussions about contemporary country singers who are not given the respect they deserve for a different occasion.
Included in this list are two highly celebrated female singers and three well-known music groups. Additionally, there is controversy surrounding the inclusion of Billy Ray Cyrus. Nevertheless, the evidence suggests that it is necessary to acknowledge him and his 13 associates with greater respect.
14 Country Music Artists Who Deserve Greater Recognition
Credit for the Gallery: Billy Dukes
Here are 26 country music stars who are surprisingly not members of the Grand Ole Opry. The credit for the gallery goes to Billy Dukes.
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