Merle Haggard

Born: Apr 6, 1937 in Bakersfield, CA

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Genre: Country

Biography: As a performer and a songwriter, Merle Haggard was the most important country artist to emerge in the 1960s, and he became one of the leading figures of the Bakersfield country scene in the '60s. While his music remained hardcore country, he pushed the boundaries of the music quite far. Like his idol, ...Read full biography

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Hag

Released: 1971

Label: Capitol

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Arriving after the superb Bob Wills salute Tribute to the Best Damn Fiddle Player in the World, 1971's Hag was Merle Haggard's first collection of largely original songs in two years, since 1969's Portrait. ...Read full review

Someday We'll Look Back

Released: 1971

Label: Capitol

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Someday We'll Look Back is a terrific early-'70s LP from Merle Haggard, one that showcases not only his exceptional songwriting skills, but also his rich, subtle eclectism. Much of the album is given over ...Read full review

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