While Pride's career path was paved by artists like Opry pioneer DeFord Bailey, the Grammy-winner's success put him on par with his white peers, including Willie Nelson, Glen Campbell and Merle Haggard, in a way that had never been afforded to Black artists before. Pride, whose hits include 'Kiss an Angel Good Morning' and 'Is […]

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