‘F’ Is for Janie Fricke – Top Country Artists A to Z
Wednesday, 13 March 2013 17:11
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By Billy Dukes Taste of Country
The two-time CMA Female Vocalist of the Year beat out some tough competition to be named the best at letter ‘F.’ There weren’t many female artists more popular during the early-to-mid-80s than the ‘It Ain’t Easy Bein’ Easy’ singer. She scored six No. 1 hits in the span of three years and would go on to notch over 20 Top 20 hits including ‘Tell Me a Lie’ and ‘Always Have, Always Will.’
Janie Fricke made a name for herself in Nashville as one of the most requested back-up singers for the likes of Crystal Gayle, Ronnie Milsap, and Eddie Rabbitt to name a few.Her duets with Johnny Duncan brought her to the attention of the music makers and got her a solo recording contract. Today’s KLAW Classic is one of her own favorites. From 30 years ago today, here’s ‘It Ain’t Easy Being Easy’. Full article HERE.
By Billy Dukes Taste of Country