The legendary singer and activist will receive the honor in February for her "trailblazing work" in music.
On 7 January 1967, Pride became the first African-American solo singer to perform on the radio show and live institution that was the Grand Ole Opry.
Bryan, Thomas Rhett and Luke Combs will headline the event at Riviera Maya in Mexico from 23-26 January.
in January 1971, Williams released the LP containing the song of the same name that had given him his first country No. 1, 'All For The Love Of Sunshine.'
The Alabama-born singer featured on hits including ‘Sylvia’s Mother’ and ‘When You’re in Love With a Beautiful Woman’.
On 28 December 1963, signed to the small Tally label, Haggard entered the country countdown for the first time with 'Sing A Sad Song'.
The vastly experienced guitarist, who played on classic country hits such as 'Stand By Your Man' and 'The Gambler,' tells his own story.
The Canadian singer enjoyed top ten US success with a song first recorded by Loggins and Messina for their 'Sittin' In' album.
On 21 December 1985, the charming 'The Chair,' a real sleeper hit, completed a three-month climb to the top of the US country countdown.
Just 12 days after he entered the country chart with 'I'll Never Get Out Of This World Alive,' Hank was dead.
Ten years into her chart career, the self-taught singer, songwriter and guitarist took a number about her own life to No. 1.
'Searching (For Someone Like You)' went on to be one of Kitty's longest-running hits, in a career that was full of them.
The 16-time CMA Award-winning star will be supported on each date by either William Michael Morgan or Randy Houser.
In a career that has ranged from country protégé to pop powerhouse within a decade, the best Taylor Swift songs show a true artist controlling her destiny.
Drummer Hal Blaine, songwriter and producer Jerry Fuller, manager Stan Schneider and filmmaker Steven Auerbach pay tribute to Glen Campbell.