This Day in Country History: May 13 On May 13, the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) awarded several significant certifications, while Dolly Parton, often referred to as the Queen of Country, released her album Blue Smoke. The day also marked the anniversary of numerous milestones in country music history, spanning decades and highlighting achievements by both established and emerging artists. The RIAA’s certifications on this date included Brad Paisley’s 2011 single “Waitin’ On a Woman,” which earned a Gold certification. Paisley, a long-standing figure in country music, has amassed numerous RIAA certifications throughout his career. Similarly, Kelsea Ballerini’s 2020 song “Homecoming Queen?” received a Platinum certification, reflecting its widespread popularity. Ballerini, who has 31 RIAA certifications, also received a People’s Choice Awards nomination for Country Artist of the Year in 2022 and has been recognized with multiple GRAMMY nominations. In 2021, Maren Morris and Miranda Lambert were nominated for the CMT Music Awards, with both artists receiving four nominations for the 2019 ceremony. Their inclusion underscored the growing prominence of female country musicians in the industry. The day also saw the release of Dolly Parton’s Blue Smoke album in 2014, which featured tracks like “Unlikely Angel” and “Banks of the Ohio.” Parton’s work continues to influence the genre, with her legacy celebrated as a cornerstone of country music. Cultural milestones on May 13 included the births of several iconic figures. Darius Rucker, who transitioned from rock to country music, was born in 1966 in Charleston, South Carolina.#dolly_parton #kelsea_ballerini #recording_industry_association_of_america #brad_paisley #maren_morris
