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30 Country Music Career Milestones and Industry Facts

Are you curious about the fascinating career milestones in country music and the industry facts that have helped shape its evolution? This genre isn’t just about the music, but also the groundbreaking achievements that have set artists apart and propelled them to new heights. Take this quiz to explore the pivotal moments that have defined the careers of the most celebrated names in country music.

From landmark performances to historical chart records, understanding these milestones offers insight into how the industry has progressed and adapted. Trivia about career highlights and industry facts will provide a deeper look into the dedication and innovation behind this timeless genre. Are you ready to stand out and impress with your knowledge?

Are you looking for more trivia? Dive into our quizzes on iconic albums, legendary artists, and memorable collaborations. Cap it off with some career milestone questions to challenge your expertise.

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In 2013 who performed with Train on ‘America’s Got Talent’?

Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift

Ashley Monroe

Ashley Monroe

Kenny Rogers

Kenny Rogers

Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton

Which of the following was not an Entertainer of the Year nominee in CMA in 2007?

Keith Urban

Keith Urban

Kenny Chesney

Kenny Chesney

Brooks & Dunn

Brooks & Dunn

Rascal Flatts

Rascal Flatts

Which of these TV show has Willie Nelson not appeared on?

Family Guy

Family Guy

The Simpsons

The Simpsons

Miami Vice

Miami Vice

Monk

Monk

Kenny Chesney’s 2013 album was named what?

Life on an Island

Life on an Island

Life on a Boat

Life on a Boat

Life in a Tree

Life in a Tree

Life on a Rock

Life on a Rock

Which hit TV show did Billy Ray star in with his daughter Miley?

Best Friends

Best Friends

Jersey Shore

Jersey Shore

Miami Ink

Miami Ink

Hannah Montana

Hannah Montana

Trace Adkins released which single off his ‘Dangerous Man’ album first?

Then They Do

Then They Do

My Heaven

My Heaven

Arlington

Arlington

Swing

Swing

Kenny Rogers’ Greatest Hits has sold how many albums as of 2012?

20 million

20 million

10 million

10 million

12 million

12 million

18 million

18 million

Which member of the Dixie Chicks released a solo album called Mother?

Laura Lynch

Laura Lynch

Emily Erwin Robison

Emily Erwin Robison

Martie Erwin

Martie Erwin

Natalie Maines

Natalie Maines

In what year did Kenny Chesney get inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame?

1998

1998

2012

2012

2002

2002

2013

2013

What famous country star has a theme park named after them?

Hank Williams

Hank Williams

Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton

Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley

Patsy Cline

Patsy Cline

Which hit TV show did Billy Ray Cyrus star in with his daughter Miley?

Hannah Montana

Hannah Montana

Miami Ink

Miami Ink

Jersey Shore

Jersey Shore

Best Friends

Best Friends

What was Kenny Chesney’s first album to go gold?

I Will Stand

I Will Stand

Me And You

Me And You

In My Wildest Dreams

In My Wildest Dreams

All I Need To Know

All I Need To Know

In 2005, which country music star’s marriage to actress Renee Zellweger lasted less than half a year?

Brad Paisley

Brad Paisley

Kenny Chesney’

Kenny Chesney’

Keith Urban

Keith Urban

John Mayer

John Mayer

Where did country singer Dierks Bentley get married in 2005?

Tennessee

Tennessee

Mexico

Mexico

Canada

Canada

Germany

Germany

What was the present that Kenny Chesney gave Keith Urban at the end of their 2003 tour?

A Plane

A Plane

A Hummer

A Hummer

A Dog

A Dog

A Motorcycle

A Motorcycle

Who released the classic country album ‘ ‘Wide Open Spaces’?

Dixie Chicks

Dixie Chicks

Tanya Tucker

Tanya Tucker

Patsy Cline

Patsy Cline

Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton

Which Uncle Kracker song was used in the 2002 movie ‘Coyote Ugly’?

Keep It Comin’

Keep It Comin’

Follow Me

Follow Me

Whiskey And Water

Whiskey And Water

Baby Don’t Cry

Baby Don’t Cry

What country musician sang the song, ‘Waterloo’ in the 1950s?

Patsy Cline

Patsy Cline

Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton

Stonewall Jackson

Stonewall Jackson

Johnny Cash

Johnny Cash

Cowboy Take Me Away’ is a hit song from which band?

Dixie Chicks

Dixie Chicks

Ozarks

Ozarks

Whitey Morgan and the 78’s

Whitey Morgan and the 78’s

The Byrds

The Byrds

Trace Adkins came out with which of these CD’s in 2006?

Dangerous Man

Dangerous Man

Songs About Me

Songs About Me

Chrome

Chrome

Comin’ On Strong

Comin’ On Strong

Which TV talent show launched country star Carrie Underwood’s career?

The Voice

The Voice

American Idol

American Idol

America’s Got Talent

America’s Got Talent

The X-Factor

The X-Factor

What country music singer recorded the 45rpm single, ‘Young Love’ 1956?

Hank Williams

Hank Williams

Sonny James

Sonny James

Patsy Cline

Patsy Cline

Ray Price

Ray Price

What did Dierks Bentley injure while on tour with Kenny Chesney in 2004?

His Ankle

His Ankle

His Foot

His Foot

His Knee

His Knee

His Arm

His Arm

In what year was Kenny Chesney born?

1988

1988

1968

1968

1948

1948

1978

1978

Who released the classic country album ‘No Fences’?

Carrie Roundwood

Carrie Roundwood

Carrie Sidewood

Carrie Sidewood

Garth Brooks

Garth Brooks

Carrie Overwood

Carrie Overwood

What musician recorded the song, ‘Heartbreak Hotel’ in January, 1956?

Jerry Lee Lewis

Jerry Lee Lewis

Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley

Ray Price

Ray Price

Hank Williams

Hank Williams

Miranda Lambert married which fellow country star in 2011?

Blake Shelton

Blake Shelton

George Strait

George Strait

Jason Aldean

Jason Aldean

Luke Bryan

Luke Bryan

Who released the classic country album ‘Ropin’ the Wind’?

Garth Brooks

Garth Brooks

Johnny Cash

Johnny Cash

Shania Twain

Shania Twain

Willie Nelson

Willie Nelson

What sport did Tim McGraw get a college scholarship for?

Track

Track

Basketball

Basketball

Football

Football

Baseball

Baseball

How many weeks did Carrie Underwood’s ‘Jesus, Take The Wheel’ stay #1 on the U.S. Country chart?

4 Weeks

4 Weeks

6 Weeks

6 Weeks

2 Weeks

2 Weeks

8 Weeks

8 Weeks

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Great!

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