Patsy Montana, born Ruby Rose Blevins on October 30, 1908, in Beaudry, Arkansas, stands as a pioneering figure in country music, revered for being the first female country artist to sell one million records. She solidly etched her name in the annals of the genre with her signature song, "I Want to Be a Cowboy's Sweetheart," released in 1935, which showcased her yodeling skills and Western swing flavor. Montana's career began in earnest after she moved to California in the early 1930s, where her blend of cowgirl charm and musical talent garnered attention, leading her to join the Montana Cowboys, and from there she rose to fame on radio shows like "Hollywood Breakfast Club" and "National Barn Dance."

Throughout her career, Patsy Montana forged a path for women in the male-dominated landscape of early country music. Her engaging persona and songs reflected the independent spirit of the American West and resonated with the hardships of the era, earning her a vast and enduring fan base. Her contributions to the genre were formally recognized when she became the first female solo country artist to be inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1996. Patsy Montana's body of work, captured in albums like "Montana Melodies - The Legacy of Patsy Montana" and "The Cowboy's Sweetheart," continues to influence generations of musicians, and her legacy as the quintessential cowgirl singer lives on, long after her passing on May 3, 1996.

Genres

Arkansas Country

Cowboy Western

Traditional Country

Western Swing

Yodeling

Latest Release

Montana Melodies - The Legacy of Patsy Montana

Patsy Montana

Album - 17 Tracks - Released June 23, 2023