Rainbow At Midnight

Artist Bio:
Jimmie Rodgers, born James Charles Rodgers on September 8, 1897, in Meridian, Mississippi, was an American country singer and songwriter. He is widely considered one of the pioneers of country music and is often referred to as the "Father of Country Music." Rodgers' unique singing style, characterized by his yodeling, and his heartfelt lyrics about love, heartbreak, and the struggles of everyday life resonated with audiences and helped shape the genre of country music.

Rodgers' career took off in the 1920s and 1930s, and he recorded numerous hits, including "Blue Yodel No. 1 (T for Texas)" and "In the Jailhouse Now." His influence on country music is undeniable, as he inspired countless artists who came after him. Rodgers was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1961 and the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1970. Despite his untimely death at the age of 35 in 1933 due to complications from tuberculosis, Jimmie Rodgers' legacy lives on, and his music continues to be celebrated by fans of country music around the world.