In 1937, Whisperin' Bill Anderson, singer, songwriter,actor, dj, and tv host, was born in Columbia, South Carolina. He has had his share of country music hits, and also has written many for other artists. He is a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1947, Eddy Arnold was enjoying a twenty one week stint at the top of the charts with "I'll Hold You In My Heart (Till I Can Hold You In My Arms".
In 1955, Keith Stegall, singer, songwriter, and producer, was born in Wichita Falls, Texas. Though not a major success as a solo performer, he has had many hits as a producer. He has produced Alan Jackson, Randy Travis, and George Jones, among many others, and has written Number Ones for George Strait and others.
In 1957, Lyle Lovett was born in Klein, Texas. Though not a mainstream artist, he is a gifted one, nonetheless. He has won four Grammy awards.
In 1975, Don Williams was atop the charts with "(Turn Out The Light And) Love Me Tonight".
In 1980, Waylon Jennings was at the top of the charts with "Theme From the Dukes of Hazzard (Good Ol' Boys)".
In 1986, Exile was ruling the charts with "It'll Be Me".
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
October 31 in Country Music History
In 1912, Dale Evans was born in Uvalde, Texas. She was a good Christian lady who was a singer, songwriter, actress, and the third wife of Country Music Hall of Fame Member Roy Rogers.
In 1964, Darryl Worley was born in Memphis, Tennessee.
In 1987, Earl Thomas Conley was atop the charts with "Right From The Start".
In 1990, singer-songwriter Carl Belew passed away from cancer in Salina, Oklahoma. Though a great singer, who had some very fine hits, he was best known as a great songwriter.
In 1964, Darryl Worley was born in Memphis, Tennessee.
In 1987, Earl Thomas Conley was atop the charts with "Right From The Start".
In 1990, singer-songwriter Carl Belew passed away from cancer in Salina, Oklahoma. Though a great singer, who had some very fine hits, he was best known as a great songwriter.
Monday, October 29, 2012
October 30 in Country Music History
In 1908, the artist that became known as Patsy Montana, who was the first lady with a million selling record in country and western music, was born in Beaudry, Arkansas. She yodeled into America's heart with "I Want To Be A Cowboy's Sweetheart".
In 1954, T. Graham Brown was born in Atlanta, Georgia.
In 1976, Marty Robbins was atop the charts with "Among My Souvenirs".
In 1982, Alabama was again at Number One on the charts with "Close Enough To Perfect".
In 1954, T. Graham Brown was born in Atlanta, Georgia.
In 1976, Marty Robbins was atop the charts with "Among My Souvenirs".
In 1982, Alabama was again at Number One on the charts with "Close Enough To Perfect".
Sunday, October 28, 2012
October 29 in Country Music History
In 1905, singer/songwriter Albert Brumley was born near Spiro, Oklahoma. He has written many folk and Gospel songs, including "I'll Fly Away", and "Jesus Hold My Hand", both probably best performed by the late Vern Gosdin. His son Tom Brumley was also a huge force in country music, as he was a member of the best of the Buckaroos, who backed Buck Owens.
In 1937, Sonny Osborne, of the Osborne Brothers, was born in Hyden, Kentucky. The biggest hit they ever had was "Rocky Top", although they had many other bluegrass standards, including "Ruby Are You Mad".
In 1938, DJ and publisher Charlie Monk was born in Noma, Florida. He worked at Monsanto in the Pensacola area, and went to LA where he was told that he wasn't needed, due to his Lower Alabama accent. He was told that one Elvis was enough, or something to that effect.
In 1977, the founder of Takinthecountryback was born in Florida. She has since graduated with honors as a dual major in English and Education, and has also received her juris doctorate with many honors from Faukner University's Jones School of Law. Erin Burris is now the wife of John Berg, and is the mother of the greatest granddaughter in the world. <3 <3 <3
In 1983, "Islands In The Stream" began a two week run at the top of the charts for its performers, Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton.
In 1988, The Oak Ridge Boys, with Steve Sanders as baritone, replacing William Lee Golden, went to Number One on the charts with "Gonna Take A Lotta River".
In 1992, Fred Maddox, of the Maddox Brothers and Rose, passed away.
In 1994, Alan Jackson was atop the charts with "Livin' On Love".
In 1937, Sonny Osborne, of the Osborne Brothers, was born in Hyden, Kentucky. The biggest hit they ever had was "Rocky Top", although they had many other bluegrass standards, including "Ruby Are You Mad".
In 1938, DJ and publisher Charlie Monk was born in Noma, Florida. He worked at Monsanto in the Pensacola area, and went to LA where he was told that he wasn't needed, due to his Lower Alabama accent. He was told that one Elvis was enough, or something to that effect.
In 1977, the founder of Takinthecountryback was born in Florida. She has since graduated with honors as a dual major in English and Education, and has also received her juris doctorate with many honors from Faukner University's Jones School of Law. Erin Burris is now the wife of John Berg, and is the mother of the greatest granddaughter in the world. <3 <3 <3
In 1983, "Islands In The Stream" began a two week run at the top of the charts for its performers, Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton.
In 1988, The Oak Ridge Boys, with Steve Sanders as baritone, replacing William Lee Golden, went to Number One on the charts with "Gonna Take A Lotta River".
In 1992, Fred Maddox, of the Maddox Brothers and Rose, passed away.
In 1994, Alan Jackson was atop the charts with "Livin' On Love".
Saturday, October 27, 2012
October 28 in Country Music History
In 1934, singer/songwriter/actor/dj/personality Johnny Western was born in Two Harbors, Minnesota. His most famous work is his recording of the them song from "Have Gun Will Travel".
In 1936, Charlie Daniels was born in Wilmington, North Carolina. Here at the Ranch House, our favorite of his many great recordings is "Carolina", and we think he would have made a great president in the tradition of Ronald Reagan.
In 1958, Ray Price was in the middle of a thirteen week run at the top of the charts that would keep him there until January, 1959. The hit was his smash, "City Lights", written by Bill Anderson.
In 1978, "Let's Take The Long Way Around The World" became a Number One for Ronnie Milsap, as we watched him perform it at the Pensacola Interstate Fair.
In 1989, Alabama was atop the charts with "High Cotton".
In 1995, there was "Dust On The Bottle", but none on David Lee Murphy, as he scored a Number One with that great hit. It stayed at Number One for two weeks.
In 1936, Charlie Daniels was born in Wilmington, North Carolina. Here at the Ranch House, our favorite of his many great recordings is "Carolina", and we think he would have made a great president in the tradition of Ronald Reagan.
In 1958, Ray Price was in the middle of a thirteen week run at the top of the charts that would keep him there until January, 1959. The hit was his smash, "City Lights", written by Bill Anderson.
In 1978, "Let's Take The Long Way Around The World" became a Number One for Ronnie Milsap, as we watched him perform it at the Pensacola Interstate Fair.
In 1989, Alabama was atop the charts with "High Cotton".
In 1995, there was "Dust On The Bottle", but none on David Lee Murphy, as he scored a Number One with that great hit. It stayed at Number One for two weeks.
Friday, October 26, 2012
October 27 in Country Music History
In 1901, David Stone was born in Savannah, Georgia. He was one of the great announcers of the Grand Ole Opry, and a great promoter as well.
In 1933, piano virtuoso Floyd Cramer was born in Shreveport, Louisiana. Although he did many recording sessions, he is most famous for his performance of "Last Date".
In 1939, Ruby Wright, singer/songwriter, and daughter of Johnny Wright and Kitty Wells, was born in Nashville, Tennessee.
In 1939, songwriting wizard Dallas Frazier was born in Spiro, Oklahoma. A few of the tunes he has been associated with are "There Goes My Everything", "Ain't Had No Lovin'", "If My Heart Had Windows", "All I Have To Offer You Is Me", "Elvira", "Fourteen Carat Mind", "What's Your Mama's Name, Child?", "(I'm So) Afraid Of Losing You Again", and "Beneath Still Waters". WOW!
In 1942, Lee Greenwood was born in Los Angeles, California. He is one of the best vocalists that has ever graced a Country Music stage, and has many hits to his credit, including his signature tune, "God Bless The USA".
In 1945, Wesley Tuttle was at Number One on the charts with "With Tears In My Eyes".
In 1949, Jack Daniels, formerly of Highway 101, was born in Choctaw, Oklahoma.
In 1962, Bill Anderson was atop the charts with "Mama Sang A Song".
In 1973, George Jones and Tammy Wynette were enjoying success at the top of the charts with "We're Gonna Hold On".
In 1984, Alabama was atop the charts with "If You're Gonna Play In Texas (You Gotta Have A Fiddle In The Band".
In 1933, piano virtuoso Floyd Cramer was born in Shreveport, Louisiana. Although he did many recording sessions, he is most famous for his performance of "Last Date".
In 1939, Ruby Wright, singer/songwriter, and daughter of Johnny Wright and Kitty Wells, was born in Nashville, Tennessee.
In 1939, songwriting wizard Dallas Frazier was born in Spiro, Oklahoma. A few of the tunes he has been associated with are "There Goes My Everything", "Ain't Had No Lovin'", "If My Heart Had Windows", "All I Have To Offer You Is Me", "Elvira", "Fourteen Carat Mind", "What's Your Mama's Name, Child?", "(I'm So) Afraid Of Losing You Again", and "Beneath Still Waters". WOW!
In 1942, Lee Greenwood was born in Los Angeles, California. He is one of the best vocalists that has ever graced a Country Music stage, and has many hits to his credit, including his signature tune, "God Bless The USA".
In 1945, Wesley Tuttle was at Number One on the charts with "With Tears In My Eyes".
In 1949, Jack Daniels, formerly of Highway 101, was born in Choctaw, Oklahoma.
In 1962, Bill Anderson was atop the charts with "Mama Sang A Song".
In 1973, George Jones and Tammy Wynette were enjoying success at the top of the charts with "We're Gonna Hold On".
In 1984, Alabama was atop the charts with "If You're Gonna Play In Texas (You Gotta Have A Fiddle In The Band".
Friday, October 19, 2012
October 25 in Country Music History
In 1912, Minnie Pearl was born in Centerville, Tennessee, close to Grinder's Switch. She was the most successful of female comedians on the Opry, and was known also for her great personality and stature as a lady off the stage.
In 1958, Mark Miller, of Sawyer Brown, was born in Dayton Ohio.
In 1969, Tammy Wynette was atop the charts with "The Ways To Love A Man".
In 1970, Chely Wright was born in Kansas City, Missouri.
In 1975, Tanya Tucker went to Number One with "San Antonio Stroll".
In 1984, Johnnie Lee Wills, musician, bandleader, and brother to three more Wills brothers, including Bob, passed away.
In 1986, Crystal Gayle again had a Number One record with her version of "Cry".
In 1992, Roger Miller passed away after a battle with cancer.
In 1997, Tim McGraw went to Number One with "Everywhere".
In 1958, Mark Miller, of Sawyer Brown, was born in Dayton Ohio.
In 1969, Tammy Wynette was atop the charts with "The Ways To Love A Man".
In 1970, Chely Wright was born in Kansas City, Missouri.
In 1975, Tanya Tucker went to Number One with "San Antonio Stroll".
In 1984, Johnnie Lee Wills, musician, bandleader, and brother to three more Wills brothers, including Bob, passed away.
In 1986, Crystal Gayle again had a Number One record with her version of "Cry".
In 1992, Roger Miller passed away after a battle with cancer.
In 1997, Tim McGraw went to Number One with "Everywhere".
October 24 in Country Music History
In 1934, one of the best songwriters in country music, Sanger "Whitey" Shafer, was born in Whitney, Texas. He has written or co-written many familiar songs, including "Tell Me My Lying Eyes Are Wrong", "That's The Way Love Goes", "I Never Go Around Mirrors", "Does Fort Worth Ever Cross Your Mind", "All My Exes Live In Texas", and "Lefty's Gone".
In 1952, one of my favorite singer/songwriters, Mark Gray, was born in Vicksburg, Mississippi. As a songwriter, he wrote "Take Me Down", "The Closer You Get", "It Ain't Easy Being Easy", and "Second Hand Heart". As a singer he worked with Exile, before starting on a journey as a soloist, and had a great album called "Magic", which contained many great performances including "It Ain't Real (If It Aint' You), "Wounded Hearts", "Left Side Of The Bed", and "If All The Magic Is Gone".
In 1970, Tammy Wynette was atop the charts with "Run, Woman, Run".
In 1981, Country Charlie Pride was at Number One on the charts with "I've Never Been So Loved (In All My Life)".
In 1983, Kirk McGee, of the McGee Brothers, passed away. The McGee Brothers were one of the most respected and most enduring acts on the Grand Ole Opry, with Kirk's performances lasting for well over sixty years. He and his brother, Sam, were both proficient instrumentalists on anything that had strings.
In 1987, Eddy Raven took some Cajun flavor to the top of the charts with "Shine, Shine, Shine".
In 1952, one of my favorite singer/songwriters, Mark Gray, was born in Vicksburg, Mississippi. As a songwriter, he wrote "Take Me Down", "The Closer You Get", "It Ain't Easy Being Easy", and "Second Hand Heart". As a singer he worked with Exile, before starting on a journey as a soloist, and had a great album called "Magic", which contained many great performances including "It Ain't Real (If It Aint' You), "Wounded Hearts", "Left Side Of The Bed", and "If All The Magic Is Gone".
In 1970, Tammy Wynette was atop the charts with "Run, Woman, Run".
In 1981, Country Charlie Pride was at Number One on the charts with "I've Never Been So Loved (In All My Life)".
In 1983, Kirk McGee, of the McGee Brothers, passed away. The McGee Brothers were one of the most respected and most enduring acts on the Grand Ole Opry, with Kirk's performances lasting for well over sixty years. He and his brother, Sam, were both proficient instrumentalists on anything that had strings.
In 1987, Eddy Raven took some Cajun flavor to the top of the charts with "Shine, Shine, Shine".
October 23 in Country Music History
In 1956, Dwight Yoakum was born in Pikeville, Kentucky.
In 1968, Junior Bryant, fiddler, mandolin player, and vocalist, and also one of the two founding members of Ricochet, was born in Pecos, Texas.
In 1965, Johnny Wright took "Hello, Vietnam" to the top of the charts.
In 1978, country music lost one of the members of the Carter family, and perhaps the most influential performer in country music's past, as it transformed from folk and mountain music to what we know as country music. Mother Maybelle Carter will forever be remembered for her contributions with the Carter Family, both with A.P. and Sara, and then with her daughters, Helen, June, and Anita.
In 1982, Ronnie Milsap was atop the charts with "He Got You".
In 1993, George Strait took "Easy Come, Easy Go" to the top of the charts for a two week stay.
In 2001, Rusty Kershaw, guitarist, fiddler, and vocalist and former member of the Kershaw Brothers, AND Doug and Rusty, passed away from a heart attack.
In 1968, Junior Bryant, fiddler, mandolin player, and vocalist, and also one of the two founding members of Ricochet, was born in Pecos, Texas.
In 1965, Johnny Wright took "Hello, Vietnam" to the top of the charts.
In 1978, country music lost one of the members of the Carter family, and perhaps the most influential performer in country music's past, as it transformed from folk and mountain music to what we know as country music. Mother Maybelle Carter will forever be remembered for her contributions with the Carter Family, both with A.P. and Sara, and then with her daughters, Helen, June, and Anita.
In 1982, Ronnie Milsap was atop the charts with "He Got You".
In 1993, George Strait took "Easy Come, Easy Go" to the top of the charts for a two week stay.
In 2001, Rusty Kershaw, guitarist, fiddler, and vocalist and former member of the Kershaw Brothers, AND Doug and Rusty, passed away from a heart attack.
October 22 in Country Music History
In 1955, depending on the reporting agency, Webb Pierce and Eddy Arnold were both at the top of the charts with their hits, "Love Love Love", and "That Do Make It Nice", respectively.
In 1966, Buck Owens was atop the charts with "Open Up Your Heart".
In 1977, "Heaven's Just A Sin Away", by the Kendalls, was in the middle of a four week run at the top of the charts.
In 1983, supergroup Alabama was at the top of the charts with "Lady Down On Love", one of their best ballads.
In 1988, Tanya Tucker went to the top of the charts with "Strong Enough To Bend".
In 1966, Buck Owens was atop the charts with "Open Up Your Heart".
In 1977, "Heaven's Just A Sin Away", by the Kendalls, was in the middle of a four week run at the top of the charts.
In 1983, supergroup Alabama was at the top of the charts with "Lady Down On Love", one of their best ballads.
In 1988, Tanya Tucker went to the top of the charts with "Strong Enough To Bend".
Monday, October 15, 2012
October 21 in Country Music History
In 1915, one of the premier producers in Nashville for many years, Owen Bradley, who produced Patsy Cline, Jan Howard, Loretta Lynn, and Mandy Barnett among many others, was born in Westmoreland, Tennessee.
In 1932, Roy Nichols, one of the best guitarists in the world, was born in Chandler, Arizona. He was lead guitarist for Merle Haggard for more than two decades.
In 1935, Malachi King Street, better known as Mel Street, was born in Grundy, Virginia. Mel, who took his own life, was a major influence on George Jones and George Strait, as well as many others. He is one of the best country performers who never had a Number One Hit, even though he had an impressive collection of great songs.
In 1978, Mel Street committed suicide on his forty third birthday. We lost one hell of a great country singer.
In 1978, Dave and Sugar went to the top of the charts with "Tear Time".
In 1989, Ricky Van Shelton sat atop the charts with "Living Proof".
In 1995, Garth Brooks was on the top of the charts with "She's Every Woman". Country music had certainly taken a fall from the great songs of the past.
In 1932, Roy Nichols, one of the best guitarists in the world, was born in Chandler, Arizona. He was lead guitarist for Merle Haggard for more than two decades.
In 1935, Malachi King Street, better known as Mel Street, was born in Grundy, Virginia. Mel, who took his own life, was a major influence on George Jones and George Strait, as well as many others. He is one of the best country performers who never had a Number One Hit, even though he had an impressive collection of great songs.
In 1978, Mel Street committed suicide on his forty third birthday. We lost one hell of a great country singer.
In 1978, Dave and Sugar went to the top of the charts with "Tear Time".
In 1989, Ricky Van Shelton sat atop the charts with "Living Proof".
In 1995, Garth Brooks was on the top of the charts with "She's Every Woman". Country music had certainly taken a fall from the great songs of the past.
October 20 in Country Music History
In 1908, singer/songwriter/actor Stuart Hamblen was born in Kellyville, Texas. Among the great hits that he wrote are included "It Is No Secret (What God Can Do)", which was inspired by a John Wayne comment on his spiritual conversion, and "This Ole House", both standards in the gospel field.
In 1913, Louis Marshall, known better as Grandpa Jones, was born in Niagara, Kentucky.
In 1925, Carolina Cotton, also known as the Yodeling Blonde Bombshell, was born in Cash, Arkansas. Not only was she an actress in many Westerns, but she performed with greats like Hank Penny, Eddy Arnold, Bob Wills, the Sons of the Pioneers, Roy Acuff, Spade Cooley and many others.
In 1937, Wanda Jackson was born in Maud, Oklahoma. She still performs on a regular basis as she is remembered as one of the pioneers of rock and roll, and also has done country with such greats as Buck Owens.
In 1979, "All The Gold In California" started a two week run at the top of the charts for Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers.
In 1983, Merle Travis died at his home from a heart attack. He was one of the finest singers, songwriters, and super guitarists of all times. He is credited with writing "Sixteen Tons" as well as many other popular hits.
In 1984, "I Don't Know A Thing About Love (The Moon Song)" went to the top of the charts for Conway Twitty.
In 1913, Louis Marshall, known better as Grandpa Jones, was born in Niagara, Kentucky.
In 1925, Carolina Cotton, also known as the Yodeling Blonde Bombshell, was born in Cash, Arkansas. Not only was she an actress in many Westerns, but she performed with greats like Hank Penny, Eddy Arnold, Bob Wills, the Sons of the Pioneers, Roy Acuff, Spade Cooley and many others.
In 1937, Wanda Jackson was born in Maud, Oklahoma. She still performs on a regular basis as she is remembered as one of the pioneers of rock and roll, and also has done country with such greats as Buck Owens.
In 1979, "All The Gold In California" started a two week run at the top of the charts for Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers.
In 1983, Merle Travis died at his home from a heart attack. He was one of the finest singers, songwriters, and super guitarists of all times. He is credited with writing "Sixteen Tons" as well as many other popular hits.
In 1984, "I Don't Know A Thing About Love (The Moon Song)" went to the top of the charts for Conway Twitty.
Thursday, October 11, 2012
October 19 in Country Music History
In 1945, Jeannie C. Riley was born in Anson, Texas.
In 1952, television personality Charlie Chase was born in Rogersville, Tennessee.
In 1963, Buck Owens started a sixteen week stint at the top of the charts with "Love's Gonna Live Here".
In 1968, Eddy Arnold was atop the charts with "Then You Can Tell Me Goodbye". The record was there for two weeks, and it would be his last of twenty eight Number Ones in his career. Those Number Ones counted for chart time of almost three years. That is why he will probably always be the Billboard Number One recording artist.
In 1974, Conway Twitty was atop the charts with "I See The Want To In Your Eyes".
In 1985, Juice Newton grabbed the Number One spot with "You Make Me Want To Make You Mine", the second of her four Number One hits from the eighties, when she was one of the hottest female acts.
In 1991, legendary Grand Ole Opry announcer Grant Turner passed away in Nashville, Tennessee.
In 1952, television personality Charlie Chase was born in Rogersville, Tennessee.
In 1963, Buck Owens started a sixteen week stint at the top of the charts with "Love's Gonna Live Here".
In 1968, Eddy Arnold was atop the charts with "Then You Can Tell Me Goodbye". The record was there for two weeks, and it would be his last of twenty eight Number Ones in his career. Those Number Ones counted for chart time of almost three years. That is why he will probably always be the Billboard Number One recording artist.
In 1974, Conway Twitty was atop the charts with "I See The Want To In Your Eyes".
In 1985, Juice Newton grabbed the Number One spot with "You Make Me Want To Make You Mine", the second of her four Number One hits from the eighties, when she was one of the hottest female acts.
In 1991, legendary Grand Ole Opry announcer Grant Turner passed away in Nashville, Tennessee.
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
October 18 in Country Music History
In 1952, Hank Williams and Billie Jean Jones Eschlimar were married in Minden, Louisiana.
In 1952, "Jambalaya (On The Bayou)" was atop the charts on the day that Hank Williams remarried. It would be the chart topper for a total of fourteen weeks.
In 1975, Country Charlie Pride was atop the charts with "I Hope You're Feelin' Me (Like I'm Feelin' You). It was the fifteenth of twenty nine times that he would see one of his singles climb to the top of the charts.
In 1980, Don Williams began two weeks at the top of the charts with "I Believe In You". It would be the eleventh of his seventeen Number Ones.
In 1986, Tanya Tucker was at the top of the charts with "Just Another Love". It would be the seventh of ten Number Ones she had in her prime recording years.
In 1997, Deana Carter, the daughter of guitar legend Fred Carter, Jr., was atop the charts with "How Do I Get There". Though her star shined for just a brief period, she had three Number Ones off her first album, with this being the last.
In 1952, "Jambalaya (On The Bayou)" was atop the charts on the day that Hank Williams remarried. It would be the chart topper for a total of fourteen weeks.
In 1975, Country Charlie Pride was atop the charts with "I Hope You're Feelin' Me (Like I'm Feelin' You). It was the fifteenth of twenty nine times that he would see one of his singles climb to the top of the charts.
In 1980, Don Williams began two weeks at the top of the charts with "I Believe In You". It would be the eleventh of his seventeen Number Ones.
In 1986, Tanya Tucker was at the top of the charts with "Just Another Love". It would be the seventh of ten Number Ones she had in her prime recording years.
In 1997, Deana Carter, the daughter of guitar legend Fred Carter, Jr., was atop the charts with "How Do I Get There". Though her star shined for just a brief period, she had three Number Ones off her first album, with this being the last.
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
October 17 in Country Music History
In 1941, Earl Thomas Conley was born in Portsmouth, Ohio. He has charted forty times, with eighteen of them being Number Ones, twenty six being Top Ten, and thirty two of them being Top Forty.
In 1953, The Davis Sisters were atop the charts with "I Forgot More Than You'll Ever Know".
In 1958, Alan Jackson was born in Newnan, Georgia. He has had at least twenty four Number One songs, with some of his best not quite reaching the peak, including "Here In The Real World", and "Wanted".
In 1964, Buck Owens was at Number One with "I Don't Care (Just As Long As You Love Me".
In 1981, Eddie Rabbitt was atop the charts with "Step By Step".
In 1987, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band was Number One on the charts with "Fishin' In The Dark".
In 1991, Tennessee Ernie Ford, television star and singer, died as the result of many years of alcohol abuse.
In 1992, Randy Travis was again atop the charts with "If I Didn't Have You".
In 2002, Pete Kirby, also known as Bashful Brother Oswald, passed away at age 90. He was a star for years with Roy Acuff's Smoky Mountain Boys, and from 1939 until his death, when he was a member of the Opry as a dobro and banjo player, he was a regular on the stage of the Grand Ole Opry.
In 1953, The Davis Sisters were atop the charts with "I Forgot More Than You'll Ever Know".
In 1958, Alan Jackson was born in Newnan, Georgia. He has had at least twenty four Number One songs, with some of his best not quite reaching the peak, including "Here In The Real World", and "Wanted".
In 1964, Buck Owens was at Number One with "I Don't Care (Just As Long As You Love Me".
In 1981, Eddie Rabbitt was atop the charts with "Step By Step".
In 1987, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band was Number One on the charts with "Fishin' In The Dark".
In 1991, Tennessee Ernie Ford, television star and singer, died as the result of many years of alcohol abuse.
In 1992, Randy Travis was again atop the charts with "If I Didn't Have You".
In 2002, Pete Kirby, also known as Bashful Brother Oswald, passed away at age 90. He was a star for years with Roy Acuff's Smoky Mountain Boys, and from 1939 until his death, when he was a member of the Opry as a dobro and banjo player, he was a regular on the stage of the Grand Ole Opry.
October 16 in Country Music History
In 1918, Stoney Cooper was born in Harman, West Virginia.
In 1948, musician, record producer, arranger, and label head Jim Ed Norman was born in Fort Myers, Florida.
In 1971, Lynn Anderson was atop the charts with "How Can I Unlove You".
In 1972, Governor Jimmie Davis was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. The date could be wrong, as there is no official date for this on the CMT OR CMHF websites.
In 1976, Tammy Wynette was again at the Number One spot on the charts with "You and Me".
In 1982, Dolly Parton was atop the charts with one of her best, "I Will Always Love You".
In 1982, Doyle Wilburn passed away in Nashville, Tennessee. He and three of his brothers were performing on the Opry when child labor laws forced the end of their appearances, and they formed a family company that became a major force in publishing and songwriting. Teddy and Doyle went on to become backing voices for such as Webb Pierce, then became major stars themselves, having several charted hits, and also having a well received television show, that still airs today on RFD channels.
In 1984, Don Reno, of Reno and Smiley, passed away in Charlottesville, Virginia.
In 1993, Clay Walker was atop the charts with "What's It To You".
In 1948, musician, record producer, arranger, and label head Jim Ed Norman was born in Fort Myers, Florida.
In 1971, Lynn Anderson was atop the charts with "How Can I Unlove You".
In 1972, Governor Jimmie Davis was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. The date could be wrong, as there is no official date for this on the CMT OR CMHF websites.
In 1976, Tammy Wynette was again at the Number One spot on the charts with "You and Me".
In 1982, Dolly Parton was atop the charts with one of her best, "I Will Always Love You".
In 1982, Doyle Wilburn passed away in Nashville, Tennessee. He and three of his brothers were performing on the Opry when child labor laws forced the end of their appearances, and they formed a family company that became a major force in publishing and songwriting. Teddy and Doyle went on to become backing voices for such as Webb Pierce, then became major stars themselves, having several charted hits, and also having a well received television show, that still airs today on RFD channels.
In 1984, Don Reno, of Reno and Smiley, passed away in Charlottesville, Virginia.
In 1993, Clay Walker was atop the charts with "What's It To You".
October 15 in Country Music History
In 1965, Dean Miller was born in Los Angeles, California. He is the son of Roger Miller.
In 1966, Jim Reeves was atop the charts, posthumously, with "Blue Side of Lonesome".
In 1969, Gene Autry was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1973, Chet Atkins and Patsy Cline were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1983, Charly McClain and Mickey Gilley were atop the charts with their duet, "Paradise Tonight".
In 1988, Dwight Yoakum and Buck Owens were atop the charts with their version of "Streets of Bakersfield".
In 1994, Brooks and Dunn were atop the charts with "She's Not The Cheatin' Kind".
In 1966, Jim Reeves was atop the charts, posthumously, with "Blue Side of Lonesome".
In 1969, Gene Autry was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1973, Chet Atkins and Patsy Cline were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1983, Charly McClain and Mickey Gilley were atop the charts with their duet, "Paradise Tonight".
In 1988, Dwight Yoakum and Buck Owens were atop the charts with their version of "Streets of Bakersfield".
In 1994, Brooks and Dunn were atop the charts with "She's Not The Cheatin' Kind".
Saturday, October 6, 2012
October 14 in Country Music History
In 1938, Melba Montgomery, singer/songwriter, was born in Iron City, Tennessee.
In 1957, pop music ruled the country charts with "Wake Up Little Susie" by the Everly Brothers. Unfortunately.
In 1967, Tammy Wynette scored her second Number One hit with "I Don't Wanna Play House".
In 1972, Donna Fargo was atop the charts with "Funny Face".
In 1985, Lester Flatt and Earl Scruggs were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1989, Clint Black was on top of the charts with his second Number One, "Killin' Time". Unfortunately for him and us, after his first four hits, he became too philosophical in his writing, and the reception of his songs, though some did go to Number One, went down, except for the Steve Warner co-written "Nothin' But The Taillights", which was a great song that was more in tune with what audiences wanted.
In 2000, the Takin' The Country Back Gang took in many of the 75th anniversary shows featuring Garth Brooks. It was one of the best celebrations in Nashville that I remember, and I did attend a few spelled M-A-N-Y.
In 1957, pop music ruled the country charts with "Wake Up Little Susie" by the Everly Brothers. Unfortunately.
In 1967, Tammy Wynette scored her second Number One hit with "I Don't Wanna Play House".
In 1972, Donna Fargo was atop the charts with "Funny Face".
In 1985, Lester Flatt and Earl Scruggs were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1989, Clint Black was on top of the charts with his second Number One, "Killin' Time". Unfortunately for him and us, after his first four hits, he became too philosophical in his writing, and the reception of his songs, though some did go to Number One, went down, except for the Steve Warner co-written "Nothin' But The Taillights", which was a great song that was more in tune with what audiences wanted.
In 2000, the Takin' The Country Back Gang took in many of the 75th anniversary shows featuring Garth Brooks. It was one of the best celebrations in Nashville that I remember, and I did attend a few spelled M-A-N-Y.
Friday, October 5, 2012
October 13 in Country Music History
In 1946, Lacy J. Dalton was born in Bloomsburg, Pennslyvania.
In 1959, Marie Osmond was born in Ogden, Utah.
In 1969, singer/songwriter Rhett Akins was born in Valdosta, Georgia.
In 1973, Johnny Rodriguez was at the top spot on the charts with "Ridin' My Thumb To Mexico".
In 1975, Minnie Pearl was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1980, Johnny Cash, Connie B. Gay, and the original Sons of the Pioneers were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1984, neo-traditional singer Ricky Skaggs went to Number One on the charts with a bluegrass favorite of Bill Monroe"s, "Uncle Pen". I personally have been to Uncle Pen's grave in Rosine, Kentucky.
In 2002, Horace Logan, credited with founding, managing, and announcing the Louisiana Hayride, passed away in Victoria, Texas. I did find an interesting article on this you might want to read:
http://www.morbid-curiosity.com/id121.htm
In 1959, Marie Osmond was born in Ogden, Utah.
In 1969, singer/songwriter Rhett Akins was born in Valdosta, Georgia.
In 1973, Johnny Rodriguez was at the top spot on the charts with "Ridin' My Thumb To Mexico".
In 1975, Minnie Pearl was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1980, Johnny Cash, Connie B. Gay, and the original Sons of the Pioneers were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1984, neo-traditional singer Ricky Skaggs went to Number One on the charts with a bluegrass favorite of Bill Monroe"s, "Uncle Pen". I personally have been to Uncle Pen's grave in Rosine, Kentucky.
In 2002, Horace Logan, credited with founding, managing, and announcing the Louisiana Hayride, passed away in Victoria, Texas. I did find an interesting article on this you might want to read:
http://www.morbid-curiosity.com/id121.htm
October 12 in Country Music History
In 1946, Merle Travis sat atop the charts with "Divorce Me C.O.D.".
In 1963, Ernie Ashworth topped the charts with his career record, "Talk Back Trembling Lips".
In 1974, Porter Wagoner and Dolly Parton ruled the charts with their duet, "Please Don't Stop Loving Me".
In 1981, Vernon Dalhart and Grant Turner were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1985, Marie Osmond was at Number One on the charts with a little help from her friend, Dan Seals, on a great tune called "Meet Me In Montana".
In 1987, Rod Brasfield was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1991, Ricky Van Shelton was at Number One with "Keep It Between The Lines".
In 1996, Trisha Yearwood took up residence at the top of the charts for two weeks with "Believe Me Baby (I Lied)".
In 1997, John Denver passed away after his experimental aircraft crashed in the Pacific Ocean. At the time of his greatest success on the Country Charts, he was underappreciated, but now, I believe he should be in the Hall of Fame. "Thank God, I'm A Country Boy".
In 1963, Ernie Ashworth topped the charts with his career record, "Talk Back Trembling Lips".
In 1974, Porter Wagoner and Dolly Parton ruled the charts with their duet, "Please Don't Stop Loving Me".
In 1981, Vernon Dalhart and Grant Turner were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1985, Marie Osmond was at Number One on the charts with a little help from her friend, Dan Seals, on a great tune called "Meet Me In Montana".
In 1987, Rod Brasfield was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1991, Ricky Van Shelton was at Number One with "Keep It Between The Lines".
In 1996, Trisha Yearwood took up residence at the top of the charts for two weeks with "Believe Me Baby (I Lied)".
In 1997, John Denver passed away after his experimental aircraft crashed in the Pacific Ocean. At the time of his greatest success on the Country Charts, he was underappreciated, but now, I believe he should be in the Hall of Fame. "Thank God, I'm A Country Boy".
Thursday, October 4, 2012
October 11 in Country Music History
In 1932, Dottie West was born in McMinnville, Tennessee.
In 1943, Gene Watson was born in Palestine, Texas. He should be in the Hall of Fame, as he is one of the true stylists in country music, and has had a long, successful recording and touring career.
In 1950, Paulette Carson, of Highway 101, was born in Northfield, Minnesota.
In 1976, Kitty Wells was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1980, Razzy Bailey was atop the charts with "Loving Up A Storm".
In 1982, Marty Robbins, Lefty Frizzell, and Roy Horton were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. I will never forget that beautiful suit Mary wore, nor his rendition of "Some Memories Just Won't Die", which was a Top Ten for him that year. Just about two months later, he would succumb to heart problems that he had fought most of his life. Marty, your memory won't die.
In 1985, Tex Williams, the Western Swing Bandleader most famous for "Smoke! Smoke! Smoke!(That Cigarette)", passed away from the effects of pancreatic cancer.
In 1986, Eddie Rabbitt and Juice Newton were atop the charts with their duet, "Both To Each Other (Friends and Lovers)".
In 1998, Hall of Fame DeeJay T Tommy Cutrer passed away from the effects of a heart attack in Tennessee. Goodness, Gracious, he was good.
In 2004, Tommy Vaden, known best for his kick off of Hank Snow's "I'm Movin' On", passed away.
In 1943, Gene Watson was born in Palestine, Texas. He should be in the Hall of Fame, as he is one of the true stylists in country music, and has had a long, successful recording and touring career.
In 1950, Paulette Carson, of Highway 101, was born in Northfield, Minnesota.
In 1976, Kitty Wells was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1980, Razzy Bailey was atop the charts with "Loving Up A Storm".
In 1982, Marty Robbins, Lefty Frizzell, and Roy Horton were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. I will never forget that beautiful suit Mary wore, nor his rendition of "Some Memories Just Won't Die", which was a Top Ten for him that year. Just about two months later, he would succumb to heart problems that he had fought most of his life. Marty, your memory won't die.
In 1985, Tex Williams, the Western Swing Bandleader most famous for "Smoke! Smoke! Smoke!(That Cigarette)", passed away from the effects of pancreatic cancer.
In 1986, Eddie Rabbitt and Juice Newton were atop the charts with their duet, "Both To Each Other (Friends and Lovers)".
In 1998, Hall of Fame DeeJay T Tommy Cutrer passed away from the effects of a heart attack in Tennessee. Goodness, Gracious, he was good.
In 2004, Tommy Vaden, known best for his kick off of Hank Snow's "I'm Movin' On", passed away.
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
October 10 in Country Music History
In 1958, Tanya Tucker was born in Seminole, Texas, though she was raised in Wilcox, Arizona. She has had many charted hits, including ten Number Ones, and probably should be in the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1970, Johnny Cash was atop the charts with the Kris Kristofferson penned "Sunday Morning Coming Down".
In 1977, guitarist/singer/songwriter Merle Travis was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. Though he was known primarily for his guitar picking ability, he also wrote some great songs, including "Sixteen Tons" and "Dark As A Dungeon".
In 1981, it was "Party Time" for T.G. Shepard who was celebrating for the success of his Number One Hit by that name.
In 1983, Little Jimmie Dickens was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1988, Loretta Lynn and Roy Rogers were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1987, Roseanne Cash owned the top single on the charts, "The Way We Make A Broken Heart".
In 1970, Johnny Cash was atop the charts with the Kris Kristofferson penned "Sunday Morning Coming Down".
In 1977, guitarist/singer/songwriter Merle Travis was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. Though he was known primarily for his guitar picking ability, he also wrote some great songs, including "Sixteen Tons" and "Dark As A Dungeon".
In 1981, it was "Party Time" for T.G. Shepard who was celebrating for the success of his Number One Hit by that name.
In 1983, Little Jimmie Dickens was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1988, Loretta Lynn and Roy Rogers were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1987, Roseanne Cash owned the top single on the charts, "The Way We Make A Broken Heart".
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
October 9 in Country Music History
In 1937, The Renfro Valley Barn dance debuted on WLW in Kentucky.
In 1965, Sonny James was atop the charts with "Behind The Tear".
In 1976, "The Games That Daddies Play" was holding the top spot on the charts for Conway Twitty.
In 1978, Grandpa Jones, nee Louis Marshall Jones, was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1982, All-World Duet Merle Haggard and George Jones were more than just drinking buddies as they held the Number One place on the charts with "Yesterday's Wine".
In 1989, Hank Thompson, Cliffie Stone, and Jack Stapp were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1993, Vince Gill was rewarded with another chart topper for "One More Last Chance".
In 1965, Sonny James was atop the charts with "Behind The Tear".
In 1976, "The Games That Daddies Play" was holding the top spot on the charts for Conway Twitty.
In 1978, Grandpa Jones, nee Louis Marshall Jones, was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1982, All-World Duet Merle Haggard and George Jones were more than just drinking buddies as they held the Number One place on the charts with "Yesterday's Wine".
In 1989, Hank Thompson, Cliffie Stone, and Jack Stapp were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1993, Vince Gill was rewarded with another chart topper for "One More Last Chance".
Monday, October 1, 2012
October 8 in Country Music History
In 1932, Pete Drake was born in Augusta, Georgia. He went on to become a great steel guitar player and music producer. The first band that he organized was called the Sons of the South, and included Jerry Reed, Doug Kershaw, Roger Miller, Jack Greene, and Joe South. He was the inventor of the talking steel guitar, and played steel guitar on some of the most famous of all country hits, including "Rose Garden", and "Behind Closed Doors", and reputedly also "Stand By Your Man".
In 1944, Susan Raye, singer who worked as a soloist and also with Buck Owens, was born in Eugene, Oregon. She had nineteen Top Forty records, with seven of those being Top Ten hits.
In 1949, "Slipping Around" was atop the charts for Jimmy Wakely and Margaret Whiting.
In 1950, Jackie Franz, of Dave and Sugar, was born in Sidney, Ohio.
In 1953, Ricky Lee Phelps, of the Kentucky Head Hunters and Brother Phelps, was born in Paragould, Arkansas. His band mate with the Head Hunters, Anthony Kenney was also born on this day in Glasgow, Kentucky.
In 1954, rumor has it that Erin Burris Berg's father was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, singing a Hank Williams song, and, in his old age, turned out to be one of the biggest, or at least fattest, country music fans in the world. It is also rumored that he loves traditional and classic country music, and is not much on the new stuff that comes out of Nashville.
In 1955, Eddy Arnold was atop the charts with "Cattle Call", the anthem of George Dewey Peters, who used it to call the cattle home on the Glendale, Florida farm that played a major part in the childhood of this writer.
In 1977, The Kendalls had a smash Number Hit entitled "Heaven's Just A Sin Away".
In 1979, Hubert Long and Hank Snow were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1983, Ronnie Milsap was on top of the charts with "Don't You Know How Much I Love You".
In 1984, Ralph Peer and Floyd Tillman were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1988, Randy Travis was smiling at that "Honky Tonk Moon" because he was atop the charts with a hit with that name.
In 1990, Tennessee Ernie Ford was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1994, Toby Keith asked "Who's That Man", and received a Number One record as a response.
In 1944, Susan Raye, singer who worked as a soloist and also with Buck Owens, was born in Eugene, Oregon. She had nineteen Top Forty records, with seven of those being Top Ten hits.
In 1949, "Slipping Around" was atop the charts for Jimmy Wakely and Margaret Whiting.
In 1950, Jackie Franz, of Dave and Sugar, was born in Sidney, Ohio.
In 1953, Ricky Lee Phelps, of the Kentucky Head Hunters and Brother Phelps, was born in Paragould, Arkansas. His band mate with the Head Hunters, Anthony Kenney was also born on this day in Glasgow, Kentucky.
In 1954, rumor has it that Erin Burris Berg's father was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, singing a Hank Williams song, and, in his old age, turned out to be one of the biggest, or at least fattest, country music fans in the world. It is also rumored that he loves traditional and classic country music, and is not much on the new stuff that comes out of Nashville.
In 1955, Eddy Arnold was atop the charts with "Cattle Call", the anthem of George Dewey Peters, who used it to call the cattle home on the Glendale, Florida farm that played a major part in the childhood of this writer.
In 1977, The Kendalls had a smash Number Hit entitled "Heaven's Just A Sin Away".
In 1979, Hubert Long and Hank Snow were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1983, Ronnie Milsap was on top of the charts with "Don't You Know How Much I Love You".
In 1984, Ralph Peer and Floyd Tillman were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1988, Randy Travis was smiling at that "Honky Tonk Moon" because he was atop the charts with a hit with that name.
In 1990, Tennessee Ernie Ford was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1994, Toby Keith asked "Who's That Man", and received a Number One record as a response.
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