In 1879, Uncle Dave Macon was born in Smartt Station, Tennessee. The Dixie Dewdrop was a singer, songwriter, banjo player, and comedian known for his grey whiskers, gold teeth, plug hat, and his clothing style, who was one of the first superstars of the Grand Ole Opry. He was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1966.
In 1930, Jim Halsey was born in Independence, Kansas. His music career was defined by his management of George Strait.
In 1931, Gordon Terry was born in Decatur, Alabama. He was first known as a country western and bluegrass fiddler and guitarist, but later in life became known as one of the founders of ROPE.
In 1932, Buddy Lee, known as one of the best in the talent booking industry, was born in Brooklyn, New York. In the nineties, his Buddy Lee Attractions was one of my favorite telephone calls to make, because those people were good at booking entertainment, both for those looking for entertainers, and entertainers who were looking for gigs.
In 1940, Bill Monroe cut "Mule Skinner Blues" in his first recording session for RCA.
In 1949, Kieran Kane, of the O'Kanes, was born in Queens, New York.
In 1963, Dale Watson, singer, songwriter, and guitarist, was born in Birmingham, Alabama. He is one of the few recording artists today that is worth the price of admission.
In 1967, Eddy Arnold was atop the charts with "Turn The World Around".
In 1978, Merle Haggard and Leona Williams were married, with Bonnie Owens, who was Hag's second wife, being matron of honor.
In 1989, Steve Wariner was atop the charts with "I Got Dreams".
In 1997, Johnny Darrell succumbed to the effects of diabetes in Kennesaw, Georgia. He had a successful recording career after being discovered by Bobby Bare.
Saturday, September 29, 2012
Friday, September 28, 2012
October 6 in Country Music History
In 1935, Kendall L. Hayes, singer and songwriter of the top charting country record of all time, "Walk On By" most famously performed by Leroy Van Dyke, was born in Perryville, Kentucky. That great hit was recorded by no less than one hundred fifty acts, and was awarded that top billing in Billboard's 100th anniversary edition published in 1994.
In 1973, Ray Price was atop the charts with his version of "You're The Best Thing That Ever Happened To Me".
In 1979, T.G.Shepard was at Number One on the charts with "Last Cheater's Waltz".
In 1984, The Oak Ridge Boys had the most popular country record with "Everyday".
In 1990, Garth Brooks was thanking his "Friends In Low Places" for their support as his record climbed to Number One on the charts.
In 1990, on the same day that his career single was riding high on the charts, Garth Brooks joined the Grand Ole Opry.
In 1996, singer/songwriter Ted Daffan passed away in Houston, Texas. He was most famous for his writing and singing of "Born To Lose", and was also a well to do executive in the music business through his association with Hank Snow.
In 1973, Ray Price was atop the charts with his version of "You're The Best Thing That Ever Happened To Me".
In 1979, T.G.Shepard was at Number One on the charts with "Last Cheater's Waltz".
In 1984, The Oak Ridge Boys had the most popular country record with "Everyday".
In 1990, Garth Brooks was thanking his "Friends In Low Places" for their support as his record climbed to Number One on the charts.
In 1990, on the same day that his career single was riding high on the charts, Garth Brooks joined the Grand Ole Opry.
In 1996, singer/songwriter Ted Daffan passed away in Houston, Texas. He was most famous for his writing and singing of "Born To Lose", and was also a well to do executive in the music business through his association with Hank Snow.
Thursday, September 27, 2012
October 5 in Country Music History
In 1925, WSM first went on the air with the following words by Edwin Craig: "This is WSM. We Shield Millions. The National Life and Accident Insurance Company."
In 1935, Margie Singleton was born in Coushatta, Louisiana. She had a successful solo career as a singer, and also recorded some successful duets with George Jones, Faron Young, and Leon Ashley, who became her husband.
In 1938, Johnny Duncan was born in Dublin, Texas. He was a singer/songwriter/guitarist who had ten Top Ten hits, including three Number Ones.
In 1970, Georgette Jones was born, the only child of George Jones AND Tammy Wynette, in Lakeland, Florida. She is now popular on the Americana and Texas Music circuits.
In 1974, Charlie Rich was atop the charts with "I Love My Friend".
In 1994, Merle Haggard was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1996, Ty Herndon was "Living In A Moment" at the top of the charts. Though not necessarily a pure country singer, he is now one of my favorite singers from that time period, simply because he had a good voice and some good material.
In 1935, Margie Singleton was born in Coushatta, Louisiana. She had a successful solo career as a singer, and also recorded some successful duets with George Jones, Faron Young, and Leon Ashley, who became her husband.
In 1938, Johnny Duncan was born in Dublin, Texas. He was a singer/songwriter/guitarist who had ten Top Ten hits, including three Number Ones.
In 1970, Georgette Jones was born, the only child of George Jones AND Tammy Wynette, in Lakeland, Florida. She is now popular on the Americana and Texas Music circuits.
In 1974, Charlie Rich was atop the charts with "I Love My Friend".
In 1994, Merle Haggard was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1996, Ty Herndon was "Living In A Moment" at the top of the charts. Though not necessarily a pure country singer, he is now one of my favorite singers from that time period, simply because he had a good voice and some good material.
Wednesday, September 26, 2012
October 4 in Country Music History
In 1929, my favorite auctioneer, Leroy Van Dyke, was born in Spring Fork, Missouri. Who'll give me twenty bid..........
In 1937, one of the best steel guitarists, who has performed on many of the best traditional and classic country recordings, Lloyd Green, was born in Leaf, Mississippi, although he did soon move to Mobile, Alabama with his family.
In 1960, Greg Hubbard, of Sawyer Brown, was born in Orlando, Florida. He not only plays the keyboards, but is a good singer and songwriter.
In 1969, Sonny James was at the top of the charts with "Since I Met You, Baby".
In 1975, Willie Nelson was atop the charts for the first time in his career with "Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain", written by the late, great Fred Rose.
In 1980, T.G.Shepard was atop the charts as he croone, "Do You Wanna To Go To Heaven".
In 1986, one of the greatest of female voices of country music who has not only created some of the best duets, and harmonies with others, was atop the charts in her own solo version of "Always Have Always Will". Janie Fricke is one of the most successful, and most recorded female stars of her era.
In 1996, legendary country fiddler Jerry Rivers passed away from cancer. Here at the old ranch house, we feel very fortunate that we saw him many times with the Drifting Cowboy Band, as they toured, and later backing Jett Williams, and finally at one last Midnight Jamboree show in June of 1996. Burrhead was given the job as Hank Williams' regular fiddler after he proved that he was a better performer of "Sally Goodin" than Hank. He is one of the old time icons, reinforced by his work with not only Hank, but Faron, Ferlin, Marty, and Hank Jr., who will always be remembered as long as there is one soul who remembers what country music WITH soul sounded like. Kick off "Jambalaya for us, Burrhead".
In 1999, Doodle Owens passed away. Owens was one of the best traditional country song writers in the genre, having had a hand in several of the best songs of the times when country was truly country. Probably the biggest song that he worked on was "All I Have To Offer You Is Me", by Charley Pride, and he also had two more Number Ones as a writer with works recorded by Pride. He also is credited with some of the best songs by Moe Bandy, Gene Watson, George Jones, and even "Fourteen Minutes Old" by Doug Stone. He leaves us quite a bit of great work.
In 2000, Charley Pride and Faron Young were inducted into the Hall of Fame, with Young going in posthumously.
In 1937, one of the best steel guitarists, who has performed on many of the best traditional and classic country recordings, Lloyd Green, was born in Leaf, Mississippi, although he did soon move to Mobile, Alabama with his family.
In 1960, Greg Hubbard, of Sawyer Brown, was born in Orlando, Florida. He not only plays the keyboards, but is a good singer and songwriter.
In 1969, Sonny James was at the top of the charts with "Since I Met You, Baby".
In 1975, Willie Nelson was atop the charts for the first time in his career with "Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain", written by the late, great Fred Rose.
In 1980, T.G.Shepard was atop the charts as he croone, "Do You Wanna To Go To Heaven".
In 1986, one of the greatest of female voices of country music who has not only created some of the best duets, and harmonies with others, was atop the charts in her own solo version of "Always Have Always Will". Janie Fricke is one of the most successful, and most recorded female stars of her era.
In 1996, legendary country fiddler Jerry Rivers passed away from cancer. Here at the old ranch house, we feel very fortunate that we saw him many times with the Drifting Cowboy Band, as they toured, and later backing Jett Williams, and finally at one last Midnight Jamboree show in June of 1996. Burrhead was given the job as Hank Williams' regular fiddler after he proved that he was a better performer of "Sally Goodin" than Hank. He is one of the old time icons, reinforced by his work with not only Hank, but Faron, Ferlin, Marty, and Hank Jr., who will always be remembered as long as there is one soul who remembers what country music WITH soul sounded like. Kick off "Jambalaya for us, Burrhead".
In 1999, Doodle Owens passed away. Owens was one of the best traditional country song writers in the genre, having had a hand in several of the best songs of the times when country was truly country. Probably the biggest song that he worked on was "All I Have To Offer You Is Me", by Charley Pride, and he also had two more Number Ones as a writer with works recorded by Pride. He also is credited with some of the best songs by Moe Bandy, Gene Watson, George Jones, and even "Fourteen Minutes Old" by Doug Stone. He leaves us quite a bit of great work.
In 2000, Charley Pride and Faron Young were inducted into the Hall of Fame, with Young going in posthumously.
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
October 3 in Country Music History
In 1924, Joe Allison was born in McKinney, Texas. He was a Songwriter's Hall Of Fame member, and a producer and music executive who certainly made a huge mark on country music. His most famous song was "He'll Have To Go".
In 1967, Woody Guthrie passed away from the effects of Huntington's disease. He was at that time a resident of a psychiatric hospital in New York City. He spent the last eleven of his years in facilities such as this.
In 1981, ROPE member Razzy Bailey was atop the charts with "Midnight Hauler".
In 1987, The Forester Sisters were at Number One with "You Again".
In 1989, Del Wood passed away in Nashville, Tennessee from the effects of a stroke. She was the Queen of the Ragtime Pianists, and made her living banging a ragtime piano as well as making many country songs come to life on the same instrument. She was a member of the Grand Ole Opry.
In 1992, Collin Raye began a two week stay at the top of the charts with "In This Life".
In 1967, Woody Guthrie passed away from the effects of Huntington's disease. He was at that time a resident of a psychiatric hospital in New York City. He spent the last eleven of his years in facilities such as this.
In 1981, ROPE member Razzy Bailey was atop the charts with "Midnight Hauler".
In 1987, The Forester Sisters were at Number One with "You Again".
In 1989, Del Wood passed away in Nashville, Tennessee from the effects of a stroke. She was the Queen of the Ragtime Pianists, and made her living banging a ragtime piano as well as making many country songs come to life on the same instrument. She was a member of the Grand Ole Opry.
In 1992, Collin Raye began a two week stay at the top of the charts with "In This Life".
Monday, September 24, 2012
October 2 in Country Music History
In 1915, Chubby Wise, great fiddler, was born in Lake City, Florida.
In 1927, Leon Rausch, Country and Western Swing vocalist, was born in Springfield, Missouri.
In 1946, Jo-El Sonnier was born in Rayne, Louisiana.
In 1948, cowboy and singer Chris Ledoux was born in Biloxi, Mississippi.
In 1952, Shelia Shipley Biddy was born in Scottsville, Kentucky. A few of you and I had dinner with her at a Danni Leigh fan club party in the late 1990s. She was the first female appointed as head executive of a major label.
In 1954, Elvis made his debut and last appearance on the Grand Ole Opry.
In 1954, Greg Jennings, of Restless Heart, was born in Nicoma Park, Oklahoma, where he had "Big Dreams In A Small Town".
In 1961, Joy Lynn White was born in Turrell, Arkansas. I only put this in because we once worked on the same show together in Foley, Alabama, and she was a good performer, and a nice person.
In 1965, Buck Owens was enjoying a week at the top of the charts with "Only You (Can Break My Heart).
In 1967, Gillian Welch was born in New York City, New York. She worked as an artist and an associate producer on the "O Brother, Where Art Thou" soundtrack.
In 1976, Tanya Tucker was atop the charts with "Here's Some Love".
In 1982, Mickey Gilley topped the charts with "Put Your Dreams Away".
In 1998, Cowboy singer and actor Gene Autry passed away in Studio City, California.
In 1998, Merle Haggard, Tracy Lawrence, and Mark Wills headlined at the Mobile BayFest in Mobile, Alabama, with special on stage guests including Big John, Liz and Erin Burris, and Joyce Campbell.
In 1927, Leon Rausch, Country and Western Swing vocalist, was born in Springfield, Missouri.
In 1946, Jo-El Sonnier was born in Rayne, Louisiana.
In 1948, cowboy and singer Chris Ledoux was born in Biloxi, Mississippi.
In 1952, Shelia Shipley Biddy was born in Scottsville, Kentucky. A few of you and I had dinner with her at a Danni Leigh fan club party in the late 1990s. She was the first female appointed as head executive of a major label.
In 1954, Elvis made his debut and last appearance on the Grand Ole Opry.
In 1954, Greg Jennings, of Restless Heart, was born in Nicoma Park, Oklahoma, where he had "Big Dreams In A Small Town".
In 1961, Joy Lynn White was born in Turrell, Arkansas. I only put this in because we once worked on the same show together in Foley, Alabama, and she was a good performer, and a nice person.
In 1965, Buck Owens was enjoying a week at the top of the charts with "Only You (Can Break My Heart).
In 1967, Gillian Welch was born in New York City, New York. She worked as an artist and an associate producer on the "O Brother, Where Art Thou" soundtrack.
In 1976, Tanya Tucker was atop the charts with "Here's Some Love".
In 1982, Mickey Gilley topped the charts with "Put Your Dreams Away".
In 1998, Cowboy singer and actor Gene Autry passed away in Studio City, California.
In 1998, Merle Haggard, Tracy Lawrence, and Mark Wills headlined at the Mobile BayFest in Mobile, Alabama, with special on stage guests including Big John, Liz and Erin Burris, and Joyce Campbell.
October 1 in Country Music History
In 1915, Skeets McDonald was born in Greenway, Arkansas.
In 1932, Bonnie Owens was born in Blanchard, Oklahoma. She was one of the most influential ladies in country music, having had minor chart success, but was also the female harmony singer with Merle Haggard for most of his career, until she had had to retire. She was married to the Hag, and also to Buck Owens.
In 1977, Kenny Rogers was atop the charts with "Daytime Friends".
In 1983, B.J.Thomas was getting "New Looks From An Old Lover" as he was at the top of the charts.
In 1988, the duo of Earl Thomas Conley and EmmyLou Harris was at Number One on the charts with "We Believe In Happy Endings".
In 1932, Bonnie Owens was born in Blanchard, Oklahoma. She was one of the most influential ladies in country music, having had minor chart success, but was also the female harmony singer with Merle Haggard for most of his career, until she had had to retire. She was married to the Hag, and also to Buck Owens.
In 1977, Kenny Rogers was atop the charts with "Daytime Friends".
In 1983, B.J.Thomas was getting "New Looks From An Old Lover" as he was at the top of the charts.
In 1988, the duo of Earl Thomas Conley and EmmyLou Harris was at Number One on the charts with "We Believe In Happy Endings".
Saturday, September 22, 2012
September 30 in Country Music History
In 1953, Deborah Allen was born in Memphis, Tennessee. She is a great songwriter who has also had some well received songs as a singer. Her biggest hits as a singer include "Baby I Lied" and "I've Been Wrong Before".
In 1958, probably the most important person in Country Music in the New Millennium, Marty Stuart, was born in Philadelphia, Mississippi. He does everything he can to preserve the roots of country music.
In 1963, Eddie Montgomery, of Montgomery-Gentry, was born in Danville, Kentucky.
In 1967, Leon Ashley was atop the charts with "Laura What's He Got That I Ain't Got".
In 1965, my good friend, and great singer/songwriter/musician/entertainer, Daron Norwood, was born in Lubbock, Texas.
In 1972, Mel Tillis took "I Ain't Never" to the top of the charts, about thirteen years after Webb Pierce stayed at Number Two for nine weeks. Mel wrote the song.
In 1977, Mary Ford, wife of Les Paul, and singer and guitarist, passed away from complications of diabetes.
In 1978, Dolly Parton topped the charts with "Heartbreaker".
In 1989, The Judds were atop the charts with "Let Me Tell You About Love".
In 1992, George Jones and Frances Preston were inducted into the Country Music Hall Of Fame.
In 1958, probably the most important person in Country Music in the New Millennium, Marty Stuart, was born in Philadelphia, Mississippi. He does everything he can to preserve the roots of country music.
In 1963, Eddie Montgomery, of Montgomery-Gentry, was born in Danville, Kentucky.
In 1967, Leon Ashley was atop the charts with "Laura What's He Got That I Ain't Got".
In 1965, my good friend, and great singer/songwriter/musician/entertainer, Daron Norwood, was born in Lubbock, Texas.
In 1972, Mel Tillis took "I Ain't Never" to the top of the charts, about thirteen years after Webb Pierce stayed at Number Two for nine weeks. Mel wrote the song.
In 1977, Mary Ford, wife of Les Paul, and singer and guitarist, passed away from complications of diabetes.
In 1978, Dolly Parton topped the charts with "Heartbreaker".
In 1989, The Judds were atop the charts with "Let Me Tell You About Love".
In 1992, George Jones and Frances Preston were inducted into the Country Music Hall Of Fame.
September 29 in Country Music History
In 1907, Gene Autry was born in Tioga Springs, Texas.
In 1920, singer/songwriter/musician/Louisiana Hayride manager Tillman Franks was born in Stamps, Arkansas.
In 1935, Jerry Lee Lewis was born in Ferriday, Louisiana, a very poor township across the Mississippi from Natchez.
In 1973, Tanya Tucker was atop the charts with "Blood Red And Goin' Down".
In 1979, Don Williams was atop the charts with his ninth Number One hit, "It Must Be Love".
In 1984, Crystal Gayle was Number One with "Turning Away".
In 1993, Willie Nelson was inducted into the Country Music Hall Of Fame.
In 1920, singer/songwriter/musician/Louisiana Hayride manager Tillman Franks was born in Stamps, Arkansas.
In 1935, Jerry Lee Lewis was born in Ferriday, Louisiana, a very poor township across the Mississippi from Natchez.
In 1973, Tanya Tucker was atop the charts with "Blood Red And Goin' Down".
In 1979, Don Williams was atop the charts with his ninth Number One hit, "It Must Be Love".
In 1984, Crystal Gayle was Number One with "Turning Away".
In 1993, Willie Nelson was inducted into the Country Music Hall Of Fame.
September 28 in Country Music History
In 1926, John Burris, my personal favorite singer, was born in North Terre Haute, Indiana. HAPPY BIRTHDAY DAD!!!
In 1926, country comedian Jerry Clower was born in Liberty, Mississippi.
In 1930, Leonard Sipes, the subject of a 1981 hit by Merle Haggard, was born in Bethany, Oklahoma. He also was the subject of a Chuck Cannon song entitled "I Wish I Could See Bakersfield", one of the best country songs on Craig Morgan's Atlantic Debut Albums at the turn of the century. It contains these words: spoken by Merle Haggard: He said "You know, I used to be a well-known country singer, made my first record back in 1953. At one time Buck Owens was my lead guitar player And ol' Hag once wrote a song about me". We knew this singing, songwriting, entertaining great as Tommy Collins.
In 1968, Jeannie C. Riley was at Number One on the charts with her biggest hit, "Harper Valley P.T.A", written by Tom T. Hall. It remained at Number One for three weeks.
In 1974, Waylon Jennings was atop the charts with "I'm A Ramblin' Man".
In 1975, Crossville, Tennessee became the birthplace of Mandy Barnett, one of the few in any genre of music who can sing as Patsy Cline did in her few years. Mandy was discovered by Owen Bradley.
In 1985, "Lost In The Fifties (In The Still Of The Night)" went to the top for perennial chart topper, Ronnie Milsap.
In 1991, Clint Black topped the charts with "Where Are You Now", and we ask the same question as we remember how good his first few records were.
In 2012, the owner of this page went by the Pensacola Civic Center, where there were too many buses and trucks to count as POP STARS Rascal Flatts, Little Big Town, and the Eli Young band were loading in. I was physically ill to think that the genre of Country Music has deteriorated this far.
In 1926, country comedian Jerry Clower was born in Liberty, Mississippi.
In 1930, Leonard Sipes, the subject of a 1981 hit by Merle Haggard, was born in Bethany, Oklahoma. He also was the subject of a Chuck Cannon song entitled "I Wish I Could See Bakersfield", one of the best country songs on Craig Morgan's Atlantic Debut Albums at the turn of the century. It contains these words: spoken by Merle Haggard: He said "You know, I used to be a well-known country singer, made my first record back in 1953. At one time Buck Owens was my lead guitar player And ol' Hag once wrote a song about me". We knew this singing, songwriting, entertaining great as Tommy Collins.
In 1968, Jeannie C. Riley was at Number One on the charts with her biggest hit, "Harper Valley P.T.A", written by Tom T. Hall. It remained at Number One for three weeks.
In 1974, Waylon Jennings was atop the charts with "I'm A Ramblin' Man".
In 1975, Crossville, Tennessee became the birthplace of Mandy Barnett, one of the few in any genre of music who can sing as Patsy Cline did in her few years. Mandy was discovered by Owen Bradley.
In 1985, "Lost In The Fifties (In The Still Of The Night)" went to the top for perennial chart topper, Ronnie Milsap.
In 1991, Clint Black topped the charts with "Where Are You Now", and we ask the same question as we remember how good his first few records were.
In 2012, the owner of this page went by the Pensacola Civic Center, where there were too many buses and trucks to count as POP STARS Rascal Flatts, Little Big Town, and the Eli Young band were loading in. I was physically ill to think that the genre of Country Music has deteriorated this far.
Friday, September 21, 2012
September 27 in Country Music History
In 1903, the Southern Railway train officially known as the Fast Mail was running from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta, Georgia when, on the part of the route between Monroe, Virginia and Spencer, North Carolina, it derailed at Stillhouse Trestle near Danville, Virginia, and inspired the famous railroad ballad known as "The Wreck of the Old 97", the first million seller in country music.
In 1928, Josh Graves, dobro specialist, was born in Tellico Plains, Tennessee.
In 1973, Buck Owens was atop the charts with "Tall Dark Stranger".
In 1975, Charlie Monroe passed away.
In 1980, Dolly Parton enjoyed a week at the top of the charts with "Old Flames Can't Hold A Candle To You".
In 1986, Ronnie Milsap was at the Number One spot on the charts with "In Love".
In 1928, Josh Graves, dobro specialist, was born in Tellico Plains, Tennessee.
In 1973, Buck Owens was atop the charts with "Tall Dark Stranger".
In 1975, Charlie Monroe passed away.
In 1980, Dolly Parton enjoyed a week at the top of the charts with "Old Flames Can't Hold A Candle To You".
In 1986, Ronnie Milsap was at the Number One spot on the charts with "In Love".
September 26 in Country Music History
In 1907, Shug Fisher of the Sons of the Pioneers was born in Grady County, Oklahoma. He also starred in many Westerns, including many times on Gunsmoke.
In 1925, Marty Robbins was born near Glendale, Arizona. He was one of, if not the greatest, Country and Western Entertainer of all time.
In 1941, David Frizzell, younger brother of Lefty, was born in El Dorado, Arkansas.
In 1947, Lynn Anderson was born to Casey and Liz Anderson in Grand Forks, North Dakota.
In 1948, Olivia Newton-John was born in Cambridge, England.
In 1949, Martin Delray was born in Texarkana, Arkansas. He is best remembered for his version of "Get Rhythm", which featured a guest appearance by Johnny Cash. He also had a good version of "Lily's White Lies".
In 1953, Johnny Horton and the late Hank Williams widow, Billie Jean, were married.
In 1955, Carlene Carter was born to Carl Smith and June Carter in Madison, Tennessee,
In 1960, Doug Supernaw was born in Bryan, Texas.
In 1970, Jerry Lee Lewis was atop the charts with "There Must Be More To Love Than This".
In 1981, Conway Twitty was at the top of the charts in his "Tight Fittin' Jeans".
In 1987, Dan Seals was a Number One winner with "Three Time Loser".
In 2012, George Strait announced that he would tour one last time. He will call it "The Cowboy Rides Away" Tour.
In 1925, Marty Robbins was born near Glendale, Arizona. He was one of, if not the greatest, Country and Western Entertainer of all time.
In 1941, David Frizzell, younger brother of Lefty, was born in El Dorado, Arkansas.
In 1947, Lynn Anderson was born to Casey and Liz Anderson in Grand Forks, North Dakota.
In 1948, Olivia Newton-John was born in Cambridge, England.
In 1949, Martin Delray was born in Texarkana, Arkansas. He is best remembered for his version of "Get Rhythm", which featured a guest appearance by Johnny Cash. He also had a good version of "Lily's White Lies".
In 1953, Johnny Horton and the late Hank Williams widow, Billie Jean, were married.
In 1955, Carlene Carter was born to Carl Smith and June Carter in Madison, Tennessee,
In 1960, Doug Supernaw was born in Bryan, Texas.
In 1970, Jerry Lee Lewis was atop the charts with "There Must Be More To Love Than This".
In 1981, Conway Twitty was at the top of the charts in his "Tight Fittin' Jeans".
In 1987, Dan Seals was a Number One winner with "Three Time Loser".
In 2012, George Strait announced that he would tour one last time. He will call it "The Cowboy Rides Away" Tour.
Thursday, September 20, 2012
September 25 in Country Music History
In 1934, Royce Kendall, of the Kendalls, was born in St. Louis, Missouri.
In 1947, bluegrass artist Larry Sparks was born in Lebanon, Ohio.
In 1961, Leroy Van Dyke was atop the charts with his monster hit, "Walk On By", which kept that spot for nineteen weeks, and was on the charts for an astounding thirty seven weeks.
In 1976, Willie Nelson was at Number One with his version of "If You've Got The Money I've Got The Time".
In 1982, Michael Martin Murphey was atop the charts with the beautiful "What's Forever For".
In 1993, Tracy Byrd was "Holdin' Heaven" at Number One on the charts.
In 1947, bluegrass artist Larry Sparks was born in Lebanon, Ohio.
In 1961, Leroy Van Dyke was atop the charts with his monster hit, "Walk On By", which kept that spot for nineteen weeks, and was on the charts for an astounding thirty seven weeks.
In 1976, Willie Nelson was at Number One with his version of "If You've Got The Money I've Got The Time".
In 1982, Michael Martin Murphey was atop the charts with the beautiful "What's Forever For".
In 1993, Tracy Byrd was "Holdin' Heaven" at Number One on the charts.
September 24 in Country Music History
In 1949, Ernest Tubb was at the top spot on the charts with the Floyd Tillman penned "Slipping Around". He would spend one week there when he would be replaced by the same song performed by Jimmy Wakely and Margaret Whiting which would hold the top spot for seventeen weeks.
In 1956, Jim Denny, manager of the Grand Ole Opry, was fired for having conflicting interests with the Opry, mainly that he represented many of the stars as a booking agent.
In 1977, Conway Twitty was atop the charts with "I've Already Loved You In My Mind".
In 1983, Crystal Gayle was again at the top of the charts with "Baby, What About You".
In 1988, Dan Seals ruled the charts with "Addicted".
In 1994, Joe Diffie welcomed everybody to the "Third Rock From The Sun" which was a Number One hit for him at that time.
In 1997, Songwriting greats Harlan Howard and Cindy Walker were joined by Brenda Lee as inductees into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1956, Jim Denny, manager of the Grand Ole Opry, was fired for having conflicting interests with the Opry, mainly that he represented many of the stars as a booking agent.
In 1977, Conway Twitty was atop the charts with "I've Already Loved You In My Mind".
In 1983, Crystal Gayle was again at the top of the charts with "Baby, What About You".
In 1988, Dan Seals ruled the charts with "Addicted".
In 1994, Joe Diffie welcomed everybody to the "Third Rock From The Sun" which was a Number One hit for him at that time.
In 1997, Songwriting greats Harlan Howard and Cindy Walker were joined by Brenda Lee as inductees into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
September 23 in Country Music History
In 1930, Ray Charles was born in Albany, Georgia. His recording of "I Can't Stop Loving You" AND his album, "Modern Sounds In Country And Western Music" took all genres of music by storm.
In 1944, Red Foley was atop the new country charts with "Smoke On The Water".
In 1972, Conway Twitty took his version of "I Can't Stop Loving You" to the top of the charts.
In 1982, Jimmy Wakely passed away in Mission Hills, California.
In 1987, O.B.McClinton passed away, after a year long bout with abdominal cancer. He was a first class entertainer.
In 1989, Rodney and Crowell went "Above and Beyond" his expectations with a Number One single of the same name.
In 1989, Bradley Kincaid, singer/songwriter/entertainer/music entrepreneur, died at the ripe old age of 94.
In 1998, Elvis Presley, Tammy Wynette, George Morgan, and Bud Wendell were inducted into the Country Music Hall Of Fame.
In 2004, Roy Drusky, smooth voiced singer and member of the Grand Ole Opry, passed away after a long bout with lung cancer.
September 22 in Country Music History
In 1952, June Forester, of the Forester Sisters, was born in Lookout Mountain, Georgia.
In 1977, Crystal Gayle was enjoying a good run at the top with one of her biggest career hits, "Don't It Make My Brown Eyes Blue".
In 1979, Moe (Bandy) and Joe (Stampley) took "Just Good Ol' Boys" to the top of the charts. They teamed up after witnessing the amazing success of Willie and Waylon.
In 1984, Merle Haggard was atop the charts again with "Let's Chase Each Other Around The Room".
In 1999, Dolly Parton, Johnny Bond and Conway Twitty were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1977, Crystal Gayle was enjoying a good run at the top with one of her biggest career hits, "Don't It Make My Brown Eyes Blue".
In 1979, Moe (Bandy) and Joe (Stampley) took "Just Good Ol' Boys" to the top of the charts. They teamed up after witnessing the amazing success of Willie and Waylon.
In 1984, Merle Haggard was atop the charts again with "Let's Chase Each Other Around The Room".
In 1999, Dolly Parton, Johnny Bond and Conway Twitty were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Tuesday, September 18, 2012
September 21 in Country Music History
In 1912, Ted Daffan was born in Beauregard Parish, Louisiana. He was most famous as the composer of "Truck Driver's Blues" and "Born To Lose", with his version of "Born To Lose" said to have sold as many as seven million copies. He was also a music publisher who was in business with Hank Snow.
In 1936, Dickey Lee was born in Memphis, Tennessee. He has written or co-written many hit songs including "She Thinks I Still Care", "Patches", "The Keeper Of The Stars", and "The Door Is Always Open". He also worked as a singer and hits with "9,999,999 Tears", "Never Ending Song Of Love", and "Rocky".
In 1947, Don Felder of the Eagles was born in Gainesville, Florida. The Eagles were originally a backing group created for Linda Ronstadt.
In 1957, one of our favorite songwriters, Mark Wright, was born in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He corroborated on "Takin' The Country Back" with Marty Stuart on a song that became a hit for John Anderson, and the anthem of this webpage.
In 1974, three time supporting Grammy winner, and also great recording artist, Walter Brennan passed away in Oxnard, California. His biggest recording was "Old River", though he had many great recordings of Christmas, Homesteading, and Gospel classics.
In 1974, Don Williams was atop the charts with "I Wouldn't Want To Live If You Didn't Love Me".
In 1985, "I Fell In Love Again Last Night" went to the top of the charts for the Forrester Sisters, from Lookout Mountain, Georgia.
In 1991, Lionel Cartwright was at the top of the charts with "Leap Of Faith".
In 1996, Bryan White was Number One with "So Much For Pretending". By this time, country music was almost dead and gone, as far as mainstream radio interests were concerned. This song illustrates that traditional and classic country music was considered to be a thing of the past.
In 1936, Dickey Lee was born in Memphis, Tennessee. He has written or co-written many hit songs including "She Thinks I Still Care", "Patches", "The Keeper Of The Stars", and "The Door Is Always Open". He also worked as a singer and hits with "9,999,999 Tears", "Never Ending Song Of Love", and "Rocky".
In 1947, Don Felder of the Eagles was born in Gainesville, Florida. The Eagles were originally a backing group created for Linda Ronstadt.
In 1957, one of our favorite songwriters, Mark Wright, was born in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He corroborated on "Takin' The Country Back" with Marty Stuart on a song that became a hit for John Anderson, and the anthem of this webpage.
In 1974, three time supporting Grammy winner, and also great recording artist, Walter Brennan passed away in Oxnard, California. His biggest recording was "Old River", though he had many great recordings of Christmas, Homesteading, and Gospel classics.
In 1974, Don Williams was atop the charts with "I Wouldn't Want To Live If You Didn't Love Me".
In 1985, "I Fell In Love Again Last Night" went to the top of the charts for the Forrester Sisters, from Lookout Mountain, Georgia.
In 1991, Lionel Cartwright was at the top of the charts with "Leap Of Faith".
In 1996, Bryan White was Number One with "So Much For Pretending". By this time, country music was almost dead and gone, as far as mainstream radio interests were concerned. This song illustrates that traditional and classic country music was considered to be a thing of the past.
September 20 in Country Music History
In 1927, Pearl Dee Jones was born in Nashville, Tennessee. She later became Pearl Butler of the husband and wife duo Carl and Pearl Butler, famous for "Don't Let Me Cross Over".
In 1952, Hank Williams made his return to the Louisiana Hayride after being fired by the Grand Ole Opry.
In 1973, Jim Croce was killed in a plane crash outside Natchitoches, Louisiana.
In 1975, Ronnie Milsap was at Number One on the charts with "Daydreams About Night Things".
In 1984, songwriter Steve Goodman passed away form the effects of leukemia. One of his most remembered songs will always be "You Never Even Called Me By My Name", as done by David Allan Coe.
In 1986, John Conlee was atop the charts with "Got My Heart Set On You".
In 1997, Alan Jackson was again Number One on the charts with "There Goes".
In 2004, Skeeter Davis was being remembered as she had passed the previous day from the effects of a long battle with breast cancer. Her original Country Reunion quilt with forty signatures of those greats who participated is on display here at our residence, and we also own a few other pieces of memorabilia from her collection.
In 1952, Hank Williams made his return to the Louisiana Hayride after being fired by the Grand Ole Opry.
In 1973, Jim Croce was killed in a plane crash outside Natchitoches, Louisiana.
In 1975, Ronnie Milsap was at Number One on the charts with "Daydreams About Night Things".
In 1984, songwriter Steve Goodman passed away form the effects of leukemia. One of his most remembered songs will always be "You Never Even Called Me By My Name", as done by David Allan Coe.
In 1986, John Conlee was atop the charts with "Got My Heart Set On You".
In 1997, Alan Jackson was again Number One on the charts with "There Goes".
In 2004, Skeeter Davis was being remembered as she had passed the previous day from the effects of a long battle with breast cancer. Her original Country Reunion quilt with forty signatures of those greats who participated is on display here at our residence, and we also own a few other pieces of memorabilia from her collection.
Sunday, September 16, 2012
September 19 in Country Music History
In 1946, Dewayne Smith was born in Bertram, Texas. Geezinslaw Brothers fans known him as Son.
In 1968, Red Foley passed away in Fort Wayne, Indiana, shortly after singing "Peace In The Valley" to close his last show.
In 1970, Ray Price was atop the charts with his monster hit, "For The Good Times", written by Kris Kristofferson.
In 1973, Gram Parsons died of a drug overdose at the Joshua Tree Inn, Room 8, in Joshua Tree, California. (Later, his friend and manager, Phil Coffman, stole the body from the Los Angeles International Airport, where it awaited transport to Louisiana, and drove it to Joshua Tree National Forest, where he proceded to soak the stolen body, in the casket, with five gallons of gas. They then attempted to cremate the remains. Eventually, what was left was returned to Metairie, Louisiana for interment in the Garden of Memories.) Read a little more here at http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=3110
In 1981, Mickey Gilley achieved Number One success with "You Don't Know Me".
In 1987, The Oak Ridge Boys were Number One on the charts with "This Crazy Love".
In 1992, Alan Jackson was again at the top of the charts with "Love's Got A Hold On You".
In 1999, The Nashville Songwriter's Hall Of Fame inducted, Glenn Sutton, Wayne Kemp, A. L. "Doodle" Owens, and Tommy Collins, four of the greatest songwriters in captivity.
In 2000, the Gaylord Group finished demolishing the TNN country music network by announcing that it would go in a different direction with programming.
In 2004, Skeeter Davis passed away after a long bout with breast cancer. We own her Country Reunion Quilt with the signatures of the greats that starred on that piece of work with her, as well as several other pieces of the Skeeter Davis Collection.
In 1968, Red Foley passed away in Fort Wayne, Indiana, shortly after singing "Peace In The Valley" to close his last show.
In 1970, Ray Price was atop the charts with his monster hit, "For The Good Times", written by Kris Kristofferson.
In 1973, Gram Parsons died of a drug overdose at the Joshua Tree Inn, Room 8, in Joshua Tree, California. (Later, his friend and manager, Phil Coffman, stole the body from the Los Angeles International Airport, where it awaited transport to Louisiana, and drove it to Joshua Tree National Forest, where he proceded to soak the stolen body, in the casket, with five gallons of gas. They then attempted to cremate the remains. Eventually, what was left was returned to Metairie, Louisiana for interment in the Garden of Memories.) Read a little more here at http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=3110
In 1981, Mickey Gilley achieved Number One success with "You Don't Know Me".
In 1987, The Oak Ridge Boys were Number One on the charts with "This Crazy Love".
In 1992, Alan Jackson was again at the top of the charts with "Love's Got A Hold On You".
In 1999, The Nashville Songwriter's Hall Of Fame inducted, Glenn Sutton, Wayne Kemp, A. L. "Doodle" Owens, and Tommy Collins, four of the greatest songwriters in captivity.
In 2000, the Gaylord Group finished demolishing the TNN country music network by announcing that it would go in a different direction with programming.
In 2004, Skeeter Davis passed away after a long bout with breast cancer. We own her Country Reunion Quilt with the signatures of the greats that starred on that piece of work with her, as well as several other pieces of the Skeeter Davis Collection.
Friday, September 14, 2012
September 18 in Country Music History
In 1948, Eddy Arnold was at the top of the charts with one of his biggest hits, "Just A Little Lovin' (Will Go A Long Way)". It stayed at the top spot for eight weeks, and for fifty four weeks in a row, he owned that spot with five different songs. It is hard to think of anybody ever doing that again.
In 1953, Carl Jackson, singer/songwriter/banjo player/guitarist, was born in Louisville, Mississippi.
In 1966, David Houston was amid a nine week run at the top of the country music charts with "Almost Persuaded".
In 1969, The Man In Black, Johnny Cash was enjoying a five week run at the top of the charts with "A Boy Named Sue".
In 1971, "The Year That Clayton Delaney Died" went to the top spot on the charts for Tom T. Hall. It is one of my two favorites, with the other being his version of "Fox On The Run".
In 1980, Johnny Lee was "Lookin' For Love" at the top of the charts, and enjoying a three week stay at that position.
In 2014, country music was mourning the loss of another great, George Hamilton IV, after he had suffered a heart attack. He was probably best known for "A Rose and a Baby Ruth", and "Abilene", in addition to his love of the work of Hank Williams, and his work as a Christian.
In 1953, Carl Jackson, singer/songwriter/banjo player/guitarist, was born in Louisville, Mississippi.
In 1966, David Houston was amid a nine week run at the top of the country music charts with "Almost Persuaded".
In 1969, The Man In Black, Johnny Cash was enjoying a five week run at the top of the charts with "A Boy Named Sue".
In 1971, "The Year That Clayton Delaney Died" went to the top spot on the charts for Tom T. Hall. It is one of my two favorites, with the other being his version of "Fox On The Run".
In 1980, Johnny Lee was "Lookin' For Love" at the top of the charts, and enjoying a three week stay at that position.
In 2014, country music was mourning the loss of another great, George Hamilton IV, after he had suffered a heart attack. He was probably best known for "A Rose and a Baby Ruth", and "Abilene", in addition to his love of the work of Hank Williams, and his work as a Christian.
Thursday, September 13, 2012
September 17 in Country Music History
In 1923, Hiriam King Williams was born in a log cabin in Mt. Olive, Alabama. The whole world called him HANK!!!!
In 1952, Steve Sanders, of the Oak Ridge Boys, was born in Richland, Georgia.
In 1960, Loretta Lynn debuted on the Grand Ole Opry.
In 1983, "Night Games" by Charley Pride was atop the charts.
In 1988, "Joe Knows How To Live" was at the Number One spot for singer Eddie Raven.
In 2014, one of the biggest fans of Hank Williams passed away from the effects of a heart attack. George Hamilton IV was most famous for his hits, "A Rose and a Baby Ruth", and "Abilene", and his love of Hank Williams music. He was also well known for his Christian beliefs.
In 1952, Steve Sanders, of the Oak Ridge Boys, was born in Richland, Georgia.
In 1960, Loretta Lynn debuted on the Grand Ole Opry.
In 1983, "Night Games" by Charley Pride was atop the charts.
In 1988, "Joe Knows How To Live" was at the Number One spot for singer Eddie Raven.
In 2014, one of the biggest fans of Hank Williams passed away from the effects of a heart attack. George Hamilton IV was most famous for his hits, "A Rose and a Baby Ruth", and "Abilene", and his love of Hank Williams music. He was also well known for his Christian beliefs.
September 16 in Country Music History
In 1928, legendary steel guitarist Ralph Mooney, who played with the Hag, among other Bakersfield greats, was born in Duncan, Oklahoma.
In 1946, Sonny Lemaire of Exile was born in Fort Lee, Virginia.
In 1950, David Bellamy of the Bellamy Brothers was born in Darby, Florida.
In 1957, there were two Number Ones, depending on the ratings provider one was using. Both began a four week run at the top of the charts. "Fraulein" by Bobby Helms and "My Shoes Keep Walking Back To You" by Ray Price were the two singles that duked it out for the top spot on the charts.
In 1958, Terry McBride, of McBride and the Ride, was born in Austin, Texas.
In 1967, Jeannie Seely joined the Grand Ole Opry on the strength of her big hit, "Don't Touch Me".
In 1967, "My Elusive Dreams" was not an elusive dream for David Houston and Tammy Wynette, as this song went to Number One for them.
In 1972, "When The Snow Is On The Roses" became just another in a long line of Number One hits for Sonny James.
In 1989, Willie Nelson was atop the charts with "Nothing I Can Do About It Now".
In 2003, Sheb Wooley passed away, and was soon interred in the mausoleum next to his card playing buddy, Johnny Russell.
In 1946, Sonny Lemaire of Exile was born in Fort Lee, Virginia.
In 1950, David Bellamy of the Bellamy Brothers was born in Darby, Florida.
In 1957, there were two Number Ones, depending on the ratings provider one was using. Both began a four week run at the top of the charts. "Fraulein" by Bobby Helms and "My Shoes Keep Walking Back To You" by Ray Price were the two singles that duked it out for the top spot on the charts.
In 1958, Terry McBride, of McBride and the Ride, was born in Austin, Texas.
In 1967, Jeannie Seely joined the Grand Ole Opry on the strength of her big hit, "Don't Touch Me".
In 1967, "My Elusive Dreams" was not an elusive dream for David Houston and Tammy Wynette, as this song went to Number One for them.
In 1972, "When The Snow Is On The Roses" became just another in a long line of Number One hits for Sonny James.
In 1989, Willie Nelson was atop the charts with "Nothing I Can Do About It Now".
In 2003, Sheb Wooley passed away, and was soon interred in the mausoleum next to his card playing buddy, Johnny Russell.
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
September 15 in Country Music History
In 1903, The King Of Country Music, Roy Acuff, was born in Maynardville, Tennessee. He was, along with Jimmie Rodgers and Ernest Tubb, one of the first superstars in country music, and was one that insured that the Opry and its offerings were always within the parameters with which he would define country. With the death of Mr. Acuff, country music only exists on small, independent radio stations, and certain venues, mostly in Texas and Missouri, with a few sprinkled here and there throughout the land. But the heartbeat of Mr. Acuff still beats within us that love the real stuff.
In 1956, Elvis ruled ALL genres of music, even country, with "Don't Be Cruel", which began a ten week run on the country charts on this date. Afterwards, the flip side, "Hound Dog" ruled for another ten weeks.
In 1960, Cowboy Copas was atop the charts with his "Alabam". He kept the top spot for twelve weeks, and the only other artists occupying that spot that year were Marty Robbins, Jim Reeves, Hank Locklin, and Ferlin Husky.
In 1961, George Jones was on a tear with a seven week stint at the top of the charts with "Tender Years".
In 1962, Marty Robbins was enjoying an eight week run at Number One with "Devil Woman".
In 1968, Merle Haggard was in the middle of a four week run at the top of the charts with "Mama Tried".
In 1979, Charlie Pride was at the top of the charts with "You're My Jamaica".
In 1984, one of the smoothest voices in Country Music, Jim Glaser, scored a Number One with "You're Gettin' To Me Again".
In 1956, Elvis ruled ALL genres of music, even country, with "Don't Be Cruel", which began a ten week run on the country charts on this date. Afterwards, the flip side, "Hound Dog" ruled for another ten weeks.
In 1960, Cowboy Copas was atop the charts with his "Alabam". He kept the top spot for twelve weeks, and the only other artists occupying that spot that year were Marty Robbins, Jim Reeves, Hank Locklin, and Ferlin Husky.
In 1961, George Jones was on a tear with a seven week stint at the top of the charts with "Tender Years".
In 1962, Marty Robbins was enjoying an eight week run at Number One with "Devil Woman".
In 1968, Merle Haggard was in the middle of a four week run at the top of the charts with "Mama Tried".
In 1979, Charlie Pride was at the top of the charts with "You're My Jamaica".
In 1984, one of the smoothest voices in Country Music, Jim Glaser, scored a Number One with "You're Gettin' To Me Again".
Tuesday, September 11, 2012
September 14 in Country Music History
In 1914, Mae Boren Axton, songwriter and Queen Mother of Nashville was born in Bardwell, Texas.
In 1934, Don Walser, singer/songwriter/yodeler extraordinaire, was born in Brownfield, Texas. He is best remembered for his yodeling that was featured in "Second Hand Lions", starring Robert Duvall, Michael Caine, Kyra Sedgwick, and Haley Joel Osment.
In 1946, Al Dexter was at the top of the charts with "Wine Women, and Song".
In 1948, Vernon Dalhart, country music's first million selling recording artist, died in Bridgeport, Connecticut. "Wreck of the Old '97" was his greatest hit.
In 1963, "Abilene" began a four week run at the top of the charts for George Hamilton IV.
In 1985, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band occupied the top spot on the charts with "Modern Day Romance".
In 1934, Don Walser, singer/songwriter/yodeler extraordinaire, was born in Brownfield, Texas. He is best remembered for his yodeling that was featured in "Second Hand Lions", starring Robert Duvall, Michael Caine, Kyra Sedgwick, and Haley Joel Osment.
In 1946, Al Dexter was at the top of the charts with "Wine Women, and Song".
In 1948, Vernon Dalhart, country music's first million selling recording artist, died in Bridgeport, Connecticut. "Wreck of the Old '97" was his greatest hit.
In 1963, "Abilene" began a four week run at the top of the charts for George Hamilton IV.
In 1985, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band occupied the top spot on the charts with "Modern Day Romance".
September 13 in Country Music History
In 1911, The Father of Bluegrass, Bill Monroe, was born in Rosine, Kentucky.
In 1944, "Soldier's Last Letter" by Ernest Tubb was in the middle of a four week run at the top of the charts.
In 1947, Tex Williams was in the midst of a SIXTEEN week run at the top of the charts with "Smoke! Smoke! Smoke! That Cigarette".
In 1950, "I'm Movin' On" by Hank Snow was the most popular song in America.
In 1952, "Jambalaya (On The Bayou) was in a fourteen week stay at the top of the charts.
In 1955, Webb Pierce was enjoying the twelve week chart topping success of "I Don't Care".
In 1956, Johnny Cash became a real force on the charts as he enjoyed six weeks at the top of the charts with "I Walk The Line".
In 1986, Reba McEntire was atop the charts with "Little Rock".
In 1944, "Soldier's Last Letter" by Ernest Tubb was in the middle of a four week run at the top of the charts.
In 1947, Tex Williams was in the midst of a SIXTEEN week run at the top of the charts with "Smoke! Smoke! Smoke! That Cigarette".
In 1950, "I'm Movin' On" by Hank Snow was the most popular song in America.
In 1952, "Jambalaya (On The Bayou) was in a fourteen week stay at the top of the charts.
In 1955, Webb Pierce was enjoying the twelve week chart topping success of "I Don't Care".
In 1956, Johnny Cash became a real force on the charts as he enjoyed six weeks at the top of the charts with "I Walk The Line".
In 1986, Reba McEntire was atop the charts with "Little Rock".
September 12 in Country Music History
In 1927, Helen Carter of the Carter Sisters was born in Maces Springs, Virginia.
In 1931, George Jones, also known as the Possum, and one of the greatest, if not THE greatest country stylist, was born in Saratoga, Texas.
In 1958, comedian Rod Brasfield died in Martin, Tennessee. The Hoenwald Flash died from the effects of a heart problem and alcohol abuse.
In 1981, "Older Women" was the subject of a Number One hit by Ronnie McDowell.
In 1987, Ronnie Milsap and Kenny Rogers made it to the top of the chart with their collaboration, "Make No Mistake She's Mine".
In 2003, Johnny Cash passed away while being treated in Baptist Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee.
In 1931, George Jones, also known as the Possum, and one of the greatest, if not THE greatest country stylist, was born in Saratoga, Texas.
In 1958, comedian Rod Brasfield died in Martin, Tennessee. The Hoenwald Flash died from the effects of a heart problem and alcohol abuse.
In 1981, "Older Women" was the subject of a Number One hit by Ronnie McDowell.
In 1987, Ronnie Milsap and Kenny Rogers made it to the top of the chart with their collaboration, "Make No Mistake She's Mine".
In 2003, Johnny Cash passed away while being treated in Baptist Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee.
Sunday, September 9, 2012
September 11 in Country Music History
In 1899, Jimmie Davis, governor of Louisiana and great country music singer and songwriter, was born in Beech Springs, Louisiana.
In 1928, the pilot of the plane that crashed killing Patsy Cline, Hawkshaw Hawkins, and Cowboy Copas, Randy Hughes, was born in Gum, Tennessee. He was also Patsy's manager, and Copas' son-in-law.
In 1965, Jim Reeves again hit the Number One chart posthumously with "Is It Really Over?".
In 1969, the blind but very talented singer and songwriter Leon Payne passed away in San Antonio, Texas.
In 1971, Freddie Hart was atop the charts with his monster career hit, "Easy Loving".
In 1976, Jim Ed Brown and Helen Cornelius scored a Number One record with "I Don't Want To Have To Marry You".
In 1982, "She Got The Goldmine (I Got The Shaft)" went to the top of the charts for Jerry Reed, singer/songwriter/guitarist extraordinaire.
In 1984, Barbara Mandrell was critically injured in a wreck in Hendersonville, Tennessee that almost, even though she recovered, brought her career to an end.
In 2001, a bunch of cowards attacked and killed many innocent people in New York, Washington, and Pennsylvania, resulting in many deaths and injuries.
In 2003, John Ritter, a very talented actor, and son of Country Hall Of Fame member Tex Ritter, passed away from the effects of a heart attack.
In 1928, the pilot of the plane that crashed killing Patsy Cline, Hawkshaw Hawkins, and Cowboy Copas, Randy Hughes, was born in Gum, Tennessee. He was also Patsy's manager, and Copas' son-in-law.
In 1965, Jim Reeves again hit the Number One chart posthumously with "Is It Really Over?".
In 1969, the blind but very talented singer and songwriter Leon Payne passed away in San Antonio, Texas.
In 1971, Freddie Hart was atop the charts with his monster career hit, "Easy Loving".
In 1976, Jim Ed Brown and Helen Cornelius scored a Number One record with "I Don't Want To Have To Marry You".
In 1982, "She Got The Goldmine (I Got The Shaft)" went to the top of the charts for Jerry Reed, singer/songwriter/guitarist extraordinaire.
In 1984, Barbara Mandrell was critically injured in a wreck in Hendersonville, Tennessee that almost, even though she recovered, brought her career to an end.
In 2001, a bunch of cowards attacked and killed many innocent people in New York, Washington, and Pennsylvania, resulting in many deaths and injuries.
In 2003, John Ritter, a very talented actor, and son of Country Hall Of Fame member Tex Ritter, passed away from the effects of a heart attack.
Friday, September 7, 2012
September 10 in Country Music History
In 1920, Luke Wills, one of the three younger brothers of Bob Wills, was born in Texas. He was a pioneering bandleader and instrumentalist.
In 1937, Tommy Overstreet was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
In 1949, Wayne Raney went to the top spot on the charts with "Why Don't You Haul Off And Love Me".
In 1955, Justin Tubb became what was at that time the youngest member of the Opry.
In 1983, John Conlee took "I'm Only In It For The Love" to the top of the charts.
In 1988, Highway 101 was atop the charts with "(Do You Love Me) Just Say Yes".
In 1994, Trisha Yearwood topped the charts with "XXX"s andOOO's (An American Girl)".
In 1937, Tommy Overstreet was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
In 1949, Wayne Raney went to the top spot on the charts with "Why Don't You Haul Off And Love Me".
In 1955, Justin Tubb became what was at that time the youngest member of the Opry.
In 1983, John Conlee took "I'm Only In It For The Love" to the top of the charts.
In 1988, Highway 101 was atop the charts with "(Do You Love Me) Just Say Yes".
In 1994, Trisha Yearwood topped the charts with "XXX"s andOOO's (An American Girl)".
September 9 in Country Music History
In 1947, Freddy Weller was born in Atlanta, Georgia.
In 1957, Jerry Lee Lewis was atop the country charts with "Whole Lotta Shakin' Going On".
In 1962, Tex Owens, singer/songwriter, passed away. He is best remembered for "Cattle Call" which was a hit for him and many others, but he wrote it. He is also remembered as the brother of Texas Ruby, who was married to Curly Fox, of Texas Ruby and Curly Fox, a famous husband and wife team.
In 1967, Buck Owens was atop the charts with "Your Tender Loving Care".
In 1978, Waylon Jennings went to Number One with "I've Always Been Crazy".
In 1989, Keith Whitley scored a posthumous Number One with "I Wonder Do You Think Of Me".
In 1994, Bryan White was Number One on the charts with "Someone Else's Star".
In 1996, the founder of Bluegrass, Bill Monroe, passed away from the effects of a stroke.
In 2004, Ernie Ball, most famous for his guitar strings, passed away.
In 1957, Jerry Lee Lewis was atop the country charts with "Whole Lotta Shakin' Going On".
In 1962, Tex Owens, singer/songwriter, passed away. He is best remembered for "Cattle Call" which was a hit for him and many others, but he wrote it. He is also remembered as the brother of Texas Ruby, who was married to Curly Fox, of Texas Ruby and Curly Fox, a famous husband and wife team.
In 1967, Buck Owens was atop the charts with "Your Tender Loving Care".
In 1978, Waylon Jennings went to Number One with "I've Always Been Crazy".
In 1989, Keith Whitley scored a posthumous Number One with "I Wonder Do You Think Of Me".
In 1994, Bryan White was Number One on the charts with "Someone Else's Star".
In 1996, the founder of Bluegrass, Bill Monroe, passed away from the effects of a stroke.
In 2004, Ernie Ball, most famous for his guitar strings, passed away.
Thursday, September 6, 2012
September 8 in Country Music History
In 1897, The Singing Brakeman, Jimmie Rodgers, was born in Meridian, Mississippi. He is the Father of Country Music, and was probably the first real Superstar in the genre, and also, posthumously, his memory and the help of his widow, probably made Ernest Tubb the next big superstar.
In 1903, Milton Brown, one of the greatest of the Country Swing era, was born in Stephenville, Texas. He was involved with the Light Crust Doughboys and the Musical Brownies.
In 1927, Harlan Howard was born in Detroit, Michigan. He became known as the Dean of Songwriters, and was known for many, many hits that he wrote, or cowrote.
In 1932, Virginia Patterson Hensley was born in Winchester, Virginia. We knew her as Patsy Cline, possible the best female voice in country music history.
In 1954, "I Don't Hurt Anymore" was in the middle of a twenty week run at the top of the charts for Hank Snow.
In 1958, "Bird Dog", by the Everly Brothers, topped the country and western charts.
In 1973, Conway Twitty was atop the charts with "You've Never Been This Far Before".
In 1979, Conway Twitty was atop the charts with "I May Never Get To Heaven".
In 1984, Dolly Parton had those "Tennessee Homesick Blues", even though she was at the top of the charts.
In 1990, Alabama had another Number One hit with "Jukebox In My Mind".
In 1903, Milton Brown, one of the greatest of the Country Swing era, was born in Stephenville, Texas. He was involved with the Light Crust Doughboys and the Musical Brownies.
In 1927, Harlan Howard was born in Detroit, Michigan. He became known as the Dean of Songwriters, and was known for many, many hits that he wrote, or cowrote.
In 1932, Virginia Patterson Hensley was born in Winchester, Virginia. We knew her as Patsy Cline, possible the best female voice in country music history.
In 1954, "I Don't Hurt Anymore" was in the middle of a twenty week run at the top of the charts for Hank Snow.
In 1958, "Bird Dog", by the Everly Brothers, topped the country and western charts.
In 1973, Conway Twitty was atop the charts with "You've Never Been This Far Before".
In 1979, Conway Twitty was atop the charts with "I May Never Get To Heaven".
In 1984, Dolly Parton had those "Tennessee Homesick Blues", even though she was at the top of the charts.
In 1990, Alabama had another Number One hit with "Jukebox In My Mind".
September 7 in Country Music History
In 1954, Craig Bickhardt, singer/songwriter/musician, was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
In 1974, Ronnie Milsap was atop the charts with his version of "Please Don't Tell Me How The Story Ends". This great song was written by Kris Kristofferson, and was also a hit for Bobby Bare. It was Ronnie's second Number One.
In 1985, Roseanne Cash was enjoying more success at the top of the charts with "I Don't Know Why You Don't Want Me".
In 1991, Brooks and Dunn were enjoying success as a duo with their Number One Hit, "Brand New Man".
In 1974, Ronnie Milsap was atop the charts with his version of "Please Don't Tell Me How The Story Ends". This great song was written by Kris Kristofferson, and was also a hit for Bobby Bare. It was Ronnie's second Number One.
In 1985, Roseanne Cash was enjoying more success at the top of the charts with "I Don't Know Why You Don't Want Me".
In 1991, Brooks and Dunn were enjoying success as a duo with their Number One Hit, "Brand New Man".
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
September 6 in Country Music History
In 1939, David Allan Coe, singer/songwriter/guitarist was born in Akron, Ohio.
In 1942, Mel McDaniel was born in Checotah, Oklahoma.
In 1952, "Jambalaya (On The Bayou)" began a fourteen week stretch at the top of the charts for Hiriam King Williams. The whole world knew him as Hank.
In 1957, the artist we all know as "Sylvia" was born in Kokomo, Indiana.
In 1958, King of the Redneck Jokes Jeff Foxworthy was born in Hapeville, Georgia. Hey, Jeff, you might be a redneck if you are from Hapeville, Georgia.
In 1963, Mark Chesnutt was born in Beaumont, Texas.
In 1975, "Feelin's" was Number One for Loretta Lynn and Conway Twitty.
In 1980, Johnny Lee was "Lookin' For Love" in all the right places, at the top of the Country Music charts.
In 1984, Ernest Tubb passed away from the effects of lung disease.
In 1986, "Desperado Love" was atop the charts for Conway Twitty. One of our favorites here at TTCB.
In 1988, Singer/Songwriter/Musician Autry Inman passed away.
In 1997, Roy Huskey, Jr, session musician and great bassists, passed away from the effects of cancer.
In 1942, Mel McDaniel was born in Checotah, Oklahoma.
In 1952, "Jambalaya (On The Bayou)" began a fourteen week stretch at the top of the charts for Hiriam King Williams. The whole world knew him as Hank.
In 1957, the artist we all know as "Sylvia" was born in Kokomo, Indiana.
In 1958, King of the Redneck Jokes Jeff Foxworthy was born in Hapeville, Georgia. Hey, Jeff, you might be a redneck if you are from Hapeville, Georgia.
In 1963, Mark Chesnutt was born in Beaumont, Texas.
In 1975, "Feelin's" was Number One for Loretta Lynn and Conway Twitty.
In 1980, Johnny Lee was "Lookin' For Love" in all the right places, at the top of the Country Music charts.
In 1984, Ernest Tubb passed away from the effects of lung disease.
In 1986, "Desperado Love" was atop the charts for Conway Twitty. One of our favorites here at TTCB.
In 1988, Singer/Songwriter/Musician Autry Inman passed away.
In 1997, Roy Huskey, Jr, session musician and great bassists, passed away from the effects of cancer.
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
September 5 in Country Music History
In 1970, Curley Williams, singer/songwriter/fiddler, passed away in Montgomery, Alabama. He was a member of the Georgia Peach Pickers, and had a pretty decent career in radio and recording. He is probably most remembered for a song he reputedly wrote in an hour at a Dothan, Alabama radio station, "Half As Much", which was a big hit for Hank Williams, often mistakenly credited to Hank's songwriting credits.
In 1970, "All For The Love Of Sunshine" became a Number One hit for Hank Williams, Jr with the Mike Curb Congregation.
In 1987, the Buddy Killen produced country rock group Exile was at Number One with "She's Too Good To Be True".
In 1992, Vince Gill was atop the charts with his monster hit, "I Still Believe In You".
In 1970, "All For The Love Of Sunshine" became a Number One hit for Hank Williams, Jr with the Mike Curb Congregation.
In 1987, the Buddy Killen produced country rock group Exile was at Number One with "She's Too Good To Be True".
In 1992, Vince Gill was atop the charts with his monster hit, "I Still Believe In You".
Saturday, September 1, 2012
September 4 in Country Music History
In 1920, Harold B.(Shot) Jackson, dobro, steel guitar, and electric guitar wizard, was born in Wilmington, North Carolina.
In 1965, "The Bridge Washed Out" became a Number One hit for Warner Mack. It was his only chart topper, though he did have eleven Top Ten records.
In 1982, Kenny Rogers was atop the charts with "Love Will Turn You Around".
In 1991, the first lady to receive a Country recording Grammy, Dottie West, passed away from liver injuries incurred in an automobile accident on the way to the Grand Ole Opry. This beautiful lady, songwriter, and singer received that Grammy for "Here Comes My Baby".
In 1992, Carl Butler passed away in Franklin, Tennessee.
In 1993, Sawyer Brown was Number One on the charts with "Thank God For You".
In 1965, "The Bridge Washed Out" became a Number One hit for Warner Mack. It was his only chart topper, though he did have eleven Top Ten records.
In 1982, Kenny Rogers was atop the charts with "Love Will Turn You Around".
In 1991, the first lady to receive a Country recording Grammy, Dottie West, passed away from liver injuries incurred in an automobile accident on the way to the Grand Ole Opry. This beautiful lady, songwriter, and singer received that Grammy for "Here Comes My Baby".
In 1992, Carl Butler passed away in Franklin, Tennessee.
In 1993, Sawyer Brown was Number One on the charts with "Thank God For You".
September 3 in Country Music History
In 1925, Hank Thompson was born in Waco, Texas. Not only was he a pioneer in the Country and Western Music genre, he was the first to do many things including recording a live album, using a drum set and an electric guitar at certain venues, and many other firsts which are now trivia questions.
In 1933, Tompall Glaser was born in Spalding, Nebraska. He was one of the original Outlaws who recorded with Waylon, Willie, and Jessi Colter, and also was a member of the Glasers, who probably were most famous for their vocals on "El Paso" behind Marty Robbins.
In 1983, George Strait was at the top of the charts with "A Fire I Can't Put Out".
In 1988, Rodney Crowell was at the Number One position on the charts with "I Couldn't Leave You If I Tried"
In 1994, "Whisper My Name" became a Number One for Randy Travis.
In 1933, Tompall Glaser was born in Spalding, Nebraska. He was one of the original Outlaws who recorded with Waylon, Willie, and Jessi Colter, and also was a member of the Glasers, who probably were most famous for their vocals on "El Paso" behind Marty Robbins.
In 1983, George Strait was at the top of the charts with "A Fire I Can't Put Out".
In 1988, Rodney Crowell was at the Number One position on the charts with "I Couldn't Leave You If I Tried"
In 1994, "Whisper My Name" became a Number One for Randy Travis.
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