There have been many artists that have shaped the country music industry. Some examples that come to mind are Kenny Rogers, Dolly Parton, and Shania Twain. One of the most influential artists from the 1960s was Merle Haggard.

What sets Merle Haggard out from the crowd? He was successful in combining many forms of American music such as folk, pop, blues and jazz and integrated them into country music. His unique style and sound would influence country artists for years to come.

Over the years, Merle has released over seventy albums and over six hundred songs. Some more notable ones are “Okie from Muskogee” and the “Fightin’ Side of Me.”

Merle Haggard was inducted into the Songwriters’ Hall of Fame in 1977 and in 1994, ws inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.

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