American Songwriter

On This Day in 1961 Patsy Cline Released Her Timeless Hit Single “I Fall to Pieces” Despite Her Reluctance to Record It

On this day (January 30) in 1961, Patsy Cline released “I Fall to Pieces.” The song would go on to become one of the iconic singer’s biggest hits and her signature song. Originally, though, Cline didn ...
American Songwriter

Patsy Cline Was Not the First Choice To Sing What Became One of Her Biggest Hits in 1961

In 1961, Patsy Cline released “I Fall To Pieces”, a song that became her first No. 1 hit. At the time, Cline had already released more than a dozen singles, with only one of them, “Walkin’ After ...
Chicago Tribune

From the Farm: Patsy Cline music and memories entice, both on stage and recipe of rocket stardom

Country western music icon Patsy Cline was born just one year after the birth of my own mom Peggy. Patsy was born Sept. 8, 1932, and mom Peggy, Aug. 17, 1931. Tragically, Patsy died at age 30 in March ...
Whiskey Riff

“It’s My Time” – Inside Patsy Cline’s Haunting Premonitions Of Her Own Impending Death

She knew her time on earth was short. When you think of the legends of country music, Patsy Cline has to be close to the top of the list. With classics like "Crazy” (which was written by Willie Nelson ...
BroadwayWorld

Photos: ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE At American Blues Theater

Directed by Harmony France with music direction by Ensemble Member Michael Mahler, the production runs May 1 through June 7, 2026 at American Blues Theater in Chicago. The musical includes songs made ...