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Ricky Skaggs Records Bluegrass Versions of His Country Hits
June 24, 2008
Ricky Skaggs has recorded bluegrass versions of his best-known country hits for The High Notes, a new album to be sold exclusively at Cracker Barrel Country Stores. With roots in bluegrass, Skaggs was one of the most successful artists in mainstream country music during the '80s. The 12 tracks on The High Notes include 10 of the No. 1 hits he first recorded for Epic Records. Among the titles are "Crying My Heart Out Over You," "Heartbroke," "Highway 40 Blues," "I Wouldn't Change You If I Could," "Cajun Moon" and "Country Boy." The new CD will be available on July 1.