The Top 5 Country Music Albums of All Time

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Check out our list of the top 5 country music albums of all time! These are the albums that have stood the test of time and are essential to any country music fan’s collection.

Introduction

In a genre that is often accused of being formulaic and repetitive, there have been some truly timeless albums that have managed to stand the test of time. These are the top 5 country music albums of all time.

1. “The Dream of a lifetime” by Garth Brooks
2. “The Highwaymen” by Willie Nelson, Kris Kristofferson, Johnny Cash and Waylon Jennings
3. “Ropin’ the wind” by Garth Brooks
4. “The directory of Country Music” by Hank Williams Jr.
5. “At install volume 1” by George Strait

5. George Strait – Strait Out of the Box

This is a box set that was released in 1995 and it consists of four CDs. It features many of his hits including “All My Ex’s Live in Texas” and “The Fireman.” It also has some new tracks that were recorded specifically for this release. This is a great album for any George Strait fan.

4. Brooks & Dunn – Hard Workin’ Man

Brooks & Dunn’s debut album was released in 1991 and went on to achieve double platinum status. The album includes the hits “My Maria”, “Neon Moon”, and “Boot Scootin’ Boogie”.

3. Alan Jackson – Honky Tonk Christmas

This album is a collection of traditional Christmas songs performed in a country style. Released in 1993, it includes such classics as “White Christmas,” “Winter Wonderland,” and “Santa Claus is Coming to Town.” Jackson’s down-home charm and twangy voice lend themselves perfectly to these holiday standards, making Honky Tonk Christmas a truly timeless album.

2. Garth Brooks – The Chase

Garth Brooks’ sixth album, The Chase, was his second consecutive album to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart and became his best-selling album, with 10 million copies sold. The lead single, “We Shall Be Free”, peaked at No. 12 on the Hot Country Songs chart and won the Grammy Award for Best Country Song. “The River” and “calling Baton Rouge” were also released as singles, both of which peaked at No. 1 on the Hot Country Songs chart and were certified platinum by the RIAA.

1. Johnny Cash – American Recordings

1. Johnny Cash – American Recordings
2. Hank Williams – Greatest Hits
3. Patsy Cline – The Last Sessions
4. Dolly Parton – The Collection
5. Loretta Lynn – All Time Greatest Hits

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