Annie Zaleski

On May 19, 1979, the Bellamy Brothers earned their first country No. 1 hit with the song "If I Said You Have a Beautiful Body Would You Hold It Against Me."

Recipients are being "recognized for their achievements and influence in music, and for their enduring contributions to American and international culture."

Silverstein was known for his whimsical and twisted children's poetry, but he also was a prolific songwriter, especially for country artists.

McGraw's self-titled debut album was released on April 20, 1993.

In April of 1978, Nelson released the now-classic album 'Stardust'.

On March 27, 1965, Miller's "King of the Road" hit No. 1 on the country charts.

The New Jersey native dominated the genre charts in the late 1980s and into the '90s, thanks to a streak of records that featured insightful reflections on love, politics and the human condition.

Not all first releases have been hot sellers -- even albums by artists who would soon come to define and influence country music.

On Dec. 8, 1976, a remake of 'A Star Is Born' opened in theaters, starring Kris Kristofferson and Barbra Streisand.

The Boot counts down country music's best songs about winter.