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Top 15 Artists

Often I'm asked about this paticular artist ranking. It is not based on a popularity survey. Had it been, George Strait would be on top of the list. This artist ranking was compiled by Joel Whitburn of Record Research. Joel ranks these artists based on a point system. His process for arranging this list is explained in his book, which is referenced below.

1. Eddy Arnold

2. George Jones

3. Johnny Cash

4. Conway Twitty

5. Merle Haggard

6. Webb Pierce

7. Dolly Parton

8. Ray Price

9. Willie Nelson

10. Buck Owens

11. Waylon Jennings

12. Marty Robbins

13. Jim Reeves

14. Hank Williams

15. George Strait

Source: Joel Whitburn's Top Country Singles 1944 to 1997
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