Each generation thinks its hit songs are unique but all of these songs were hits in the 60s and were also a hit for a different artist either in the 60s or another decade.
These instrumental hits might be a little more difficult as who pays attention to the band? If a person's name is given, you can assume he has an orchestra or band with him!
I don't think there was a separate chart for country hits in the 50s. In any event, all these country style songs were hits on the rock and roll charts.
All these songs contain the word 'lonely' or 'lonesome' and they're all sung or played by guys! I guess the girls never admit they're lonely. They are from the years 1959 to 1970.