70s 80s 90s Folk Rock Country Music - Jim Croce, Kenny Rogers, — John Denver, James Taylor

: One of the most prolific country musicians, Rogers' career crossed into pop, rock, jazz, and folk . He is famous for storytelling ballads such as "The Gambler" and "Coward of the County".

: Known for helping bridge the chasm between country and pop-rock music , Denver's work often focused on themes of nature and rural life. His 1974 hit "Sunshine On My Shoulders" was his first #1 single.

: An American folk and rock singer-songwriter, Croce achieved massive posthumous success with "Time in a Bottle" , which reached #1 after his tragic death in 1973.