In 1919, the writer of "Don't Let The Stars Get In Your Eyes", Slim Willet, was born in Dublin, Texas. He worked as a performing artist, a songwriter, a recording artist, and was involved in other facets of the music business, but he is in the Disc Jockey Hall Of Fame, so that is where he probably will be most remembered.
In 1954, Fred Rose, of Acuff-Rose fame, passed away. He and Roy Acuff teamed to form what was then one of the most powerful publishing companies in ALL of music.
In 1956, singer/songwriter Kim Richey was born in Kettering, Ohio.
In 1966, Carter Stanley, of the Stanley Brothers, passed away. The Stanley Brothers were a pioneering bluegrass in their time, and after Carter's death, his brother Ralph would carry on with his work, and become famous as a singer, musician, songwriter, and the leader of a band that produced many influential country stars, including Ricky Skaggs, and Keith Whitley.
In 1979, Anne Murray was atop the charts with "Broken Hearted Me".
In 1984, Janie Fricke was again at the top of the charts with "Your Heart's Not In It".
Friday, November 30, 2012
Thursday, November 29, 2012
November 30 in Country Music History
In 1931, one of our favorite Wilburn Brothers, Teddy was born in Hardy, Arkansas. Though they were known for their tight harmonies, and soulful renditions of country and gospel standards, and also had a long running TV series that made them popular, they were even more successful as country music publishers, and certainly were very blessed with Loretta Lynn being a member of their team. They never had a Number One on the charts, but had many Top Tens that still are very much remembered. They also backed Webb Pierce on many of his greatest hits.
In 1932, legendary bass player and member of the A-team session players, Bob Moore, was born in Nashville, Tennessee. He has been the bass player on many hits, including ones for Elvis Presley and Roy Orbison, Marty Robbins, and Roger Miller.
In 1935, Jack Reno, a protege of both Waylon Jennings and Dolly Parton, was born in Bloomfield, Iowa. He was a talented singer, songwriter, and guitarist, and had several Top Twenty hits, including high charting versions of Vanity Fare's "Hitchin' A Ride" and the often recorded "Heartaches By The Number".
In 1935, George Richey was born in Promise Land, Arkansas. Despite all the ado about his relationship with Tammy Wynette, he was an extremely good songwriter, and had many successes as a producer.
In 1937, singer, songwriter, and producer Jimmy Bowen was born in Santa Rita, New Mexico.
In 1954, sweet voiced Jeannie Kendall was born in St. Louis, Missouri. She and her dad, Royce, were the Kendalls who had a lot of success on the charts. They had three Number Ones, "Heaven's Just A Sin Away", "Sweet Desire", and "Thank God For The Radio".
In 1974, John Denver was atop the charts with "Back Home Again", a great country tune.
In 1985, The Statler Brothers were again at the top of the charts with "Too Much On My Heart".
In 1991, Randy Travis added to his collection of Number One records with "Together Again".
In 1993, David Houston, certainly a stylist in the country music business, died from a brain aneurysm.
In 1932, legendary bass player and member of the A-team session players, Bob Moore, was born in Nashville, Tennessee. He has been the bass player on many hits, including ones for Elvis Presley and Roy Orbison, Marty Robbins, and Roger Miller.
In 1935, Jack Reno, a protege of both Waylon Jennings and Dolly Parton, was born in Bloomfield, Iowa. He was a talented singer, songwriter, and guitarist, and had several Top Twenty hits, including high charting versions of Vanity Fare's "Hitchin' A Ride" and the often recorded "Heartaches By The Number".
In 1935, George Richey was born in Promise Land, Arkansas. Despite all the ado about his relationship with Tammy Wynette, he was an extremely good songwriter, and had many successes as a producer.
In 1937, singer, songwriter, and producer Jimmy Bowen was born in Santa Rita, New Mexico.
In 1954, sweet voiced Jeannie Kendall was born in St. Louis, Missouri. She and her dad, Royce, were the Kendalls who had a lot of success on the charts. They had three Number Ones, "Heaven's Just A Sin Away", "Sweet Desire", and "Thank God For The Radio".
In 1974, John Denver was atop the charts with "Back Home Again", a great country tune.
In 1985, The Statler Brothers were again at the top of the charts with "Too Much On My Heart".
In 1991, Randy Travis added to his collection of Number One records with "Together Again".
In 1993, David Houston, certainly a stylist in the country music business, died from a brain aneurysm.
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
November 29 in Country Music History
In 1917, singer/songwriter/guitarist Merle Travis was born in Rosewood, Kentucky. Aside from being one of the best guitarists in the twentieth century, he wrote and sang many songs that became hits, but his greatest songwriting accomplishment was "Sixteen Tons", which, though recorded by Travis, became a monster hit for Tennessee Ernie Ford.
In 1941, country music artist Jody Miller was born in Phoenix, Arizona.
In 1975, Merle Haggard was at the top of the charts with one of my favorite juke box hits of all time, "It's All In The Movies".
In 1980, "If You Ever Change Your Mind" became a Number One hit for Crystal Gayle. Not just a sister of Loretta Lynn, she charted many records during her recording career, with eighteen of them being Number Ones.
In 1986, Alabama was atop the charts with "Touch Me When We're Dancing".
In 1998, a founding member and drummer with the Amazing Rhythm Aces, Butch McDade passed away from the effects of cancer.
In 1941, country music artist Jody Miller was born in Phoenix, Arizona.
In 1975, Merle Haggard was at the top of the charts with one of my favorite juke box hits of all time, "It's All In The Movies".
In 1980, "If You Ever Change Your Mind" became a Number One hit for Crystal Gayle. Not just a sister of Loretta Lynn, she charted many records during her recording career, with eighteen of them being Number Ones.
In 1986, Alabama was atop the charts with "Touch Me When We're Dancing".
In 1998, a founding member and drummer with the Amazing Rhythm Aces, Butch McDade passed away from the effects of cancer.
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
November 28 in Country Music History
In 1925, the radio show that became the Grand Ole Opry, began as the WSM Barn Dance, hosted by George Hay. It is the longest running continuous radio show in the world.
In 1930, songwriter Doodle Owens was born in Waco, Texas. He was one of the most prolific writers in country music until his death in 1999.
In 1964, "Once A Day" became the career hit for Connie Smith, as it went to Number One on the charts. It stayed there for eight weeks.
In 1970, Sonny James was atop the charts with "Endlessly".
In 1981, "My Favorite Memory" was a Number One hit for Merle Haggard.
In 1987, "Lynda" went to Number One on the charts for Steve Wariner.
In 1930, songwriter Doodle Owens was born in Waco, Texas. He was one of the most prolific writers in country music until his death in 1999.
In 1964, "Once A Day" became the career hit for Connie Smith, as it went to Number One on the charts. It stayed there for eight weeks.
In 1970, Sonny James was atop the charts with "Endlessly".
In 1981, "My Favorite Memory" was a Number One hit for Merle Haggard.
In 1987, "Lynda" went to Number One on the charts for Steve Wariner.
Monday, November 26, 2012
November 27 in Country Music History
In 1941, Eddie Rabbitt was born in Brooklyn, New York. Using his skills as a night club singer and a songwriter, he got his really big break when Elvis Presley recorded "Kentucky Rain", and he never looked back. He charted forty three times, with seventeen of his records making it all the way to Number One.
In 1976, Mel Tillis was at the top of the charts with "Good Woman Blues".
In 1982, Janie Fricke was at the top of the charts with "It Ain't Easy Bein' Easy".
In 1993, Alabama was at the top of the charts with "Reckless", a record that was so great that I don't even remember it.
In 1976, Mel Tillis was at the top of the charts with "Good Woman Blues".
In 1982, Janie Fricke was at the top of the charts with "It Ain't Easy Bein' Easy".
In 1993, Alabama was at the top of the charts with "Reckless", a record that was so great that I don't even remember it.
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
November 26 in Country Music History
In 1966, "Somebody Like Me", by Eddy Arnold, began a four week run at the top of the charts.
In 1976, Joe Nichols was born in Rogers, Arkansas.
In 1983, "Holding Her and Loving You", by singer/songwriter Earl Thomas Conley, became a Number One for this talented entertainer.
In 1994, "If I Could Make A Living", by Clay Walker became a Number One.
In 1976, Joe Nichols was born in Rogers, Arkansas.
In 1983, "Holding Her and Loving You", by singer/songwriter Earl Thomas Conley, became a Number One for this talented entertainer.
In 1994, "If I Could Make A Living", by Clay Walker became a Number One.
November 25 in Country Music History
In 1961, the premier deejay in Country Music, Eddie Stubbs, was born in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Not only was he a fiddler with the Johnson Mountain Boys, but he was lured to Nashville by a chance to play for the Johnny Wright/Kitty Wells show, and then became a dj for WSM, as well as the Grand Ole Opry. He also does duties as a fiddler and emcee for Marty Stuart, on his RFD.TV television show.
In 1978, "Sweet Desire", by the Kendalls, began a week at the top of the charts.
In 1989, "Yellow Roses", by Dolly Parton, became a Number One.
In 1978, "Sweet Desire", by the Kendalls, began a week at the top of the charts.
In 1989, "Yellow Roses", by Dolly Parton, became a Number One.
November 24 in Country Music History
In 1929, Stoney Edwards was born in Seminole County, Oklahoma. He was one of the first black entertainers who had a significant impact on the Country Music charts.
In 1940, country singer and recording artist Johnny Carver was born in Jackson, Mississippi.
In 1945, "Sioux City Sue", by Dick Thomas, and "Shame On You", by the Lawrence Welk Orchestra with Red Foley, shared the top spot on the Country Music Charts.
In 1973, "The Most Beautiful Girl", by Charlie Rich, began a three week run at the top of the charts. It was also a Number One on the pop charts for two weeks.
In 1984, "You Could've Heard A Heart Break", by Johnny Lee, was the Number One country song in the US.
In 1990, "Come Next Monday", by K.T. Oslin went to the top of the charts for a two week stay.
In 2003, Teddy Wilburn, of the Wilburn brothers, passed away. Not only were he, Doyle, and their other two brothers great singers and entertainers, but they were real movers and shakers in the country music business itself.
In 1940, country singer and recording artist Johnny Carver was born in Jackson, Mississippi.
In 1945, "Sioux City Sue", by Dick Thomas, and "Shame On You", by the Lawrence Welk Orchestra with Red Foley, shared the top spot on the Country Music Charts.
In 1973, "The Most Beautiful Girl", by Charlie Rich, began a three week run at the top of the charts. It was also a Number One on the pop charts for two weeks.
In 1984, "You Could've Heard A Heart Break", by Johnny Lee, was the Number One country song in the US.
In 1990, "Come Next Monday", by K.T. Oslin went to the top of the charts for a two week stay.
In 2003, Teddy Wilburn, of the Wilburn brothers, passed away. Not only were he, Doyle, and their other two brothers great singers and entertainers, but they were real movers and shakers in the country music business itself.
November 23 in Country Music History
In 1968, Tammy Wynette went to Number One with her most famous recording, "Stand By Your Man".
In 1969, Country and Western singer/songwriter/performer/bandleader Spade Cooley had a heart attack and died after his appearance during a seventy two hour furlough in Oakland, California. He was incarcerated for killing and torturing his wife. More on that right here: http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=6948
In 1974, Loretta Lynn was atop the charts with "Trouble In Paradise".
In 1982, Reverend Grady Nutt, most famous for his years on Hee Haw, was killed in Vinemont, Alabama in a plane crash.
In 1985, Gary Morris scored a chart topper with "I'll Never Stop Loving You".
In 1992, the King of Country Music passed away in his sleep from the effects of congestive heart failure. Roy Acuff will forever remain the king of real country in our hearts, and NOBODY will ever take his place, simply because he remained true to those who made him a star, real traditional and classic country fans. He was buried, in accordance with his wishes, approximately eight hours after his death in Springhill Cemetery in Nashville, not far from the resting places of many other Opry and country stars. Click on the link to see more about him: http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=1435
In 1996, Deana Carter began a two week run at the top of the charts with "Strawberry Wine".
In 1999, Giant Records released Keith Harling's second album, "Bring It On". Harling is, and always will be one of our favorite artists here at the Homestead.
In 1969, Country and Western singer/songwriter/performer/bandleader Spade Cooley had a heart attack and died after his appearance during a seventy two hour furlough in Oakland, California. He was incarcerated for killing and torturing his wife. More on that right here: http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=6948
In 1974, Loretta Lynn was atop the charts with "Trouble In Paradise".
In 1982, Reverend Grady Nutt, most famous for his years on Hee Haw, was killed in Vinemont, Alabama in a plane crash.
In 1985, Gary Morris scored a chart topper with "I'll Never Stop Loving You".
In 1992, the King of Country Music passed away in his sleep from the effects of congestive heart failure. Roy Acuff will forever remain the king of real country in our hearts, and NOBODY will ever take his place, simply because he remained true to those who made him a star, real traditional and classic country fans. He was buried, in accordance with his wishes, approximately eight hours after his death in Springhill Cemetery in Nashville, not far from the resting places of many other Opry and country stars. Click on the link to see more about him: http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=1435
In 1996, Deana Carter began a two week run at the top of the charts with "Strawberry Wine".
In 1999, Giant Records released Keith Harling's second album, "Bring It On". Harling is, and always will be one of our favorite artists here at the Homestead.
November 22 in Country Music History
In 1963, President John F. Kennedy was killed in Dallas, reputedly by Lee Harvey Oswald. The assassination became a portion of many songs, including "Six White Horses" by Tommy Cash which went to Number Four on the charts, and a verse of "Who Did They Think He Was", recorded by Conway Twitty.
In 1969, Tommy Cash released "Six White Horses". See first note from today's blog.
In 1975, "Rocky" became a chart topper for Dickey Lee. Though a great singer, and also a noted songwriter, this would be his only Number One as a performer.
In 1980, Kenny Rogers was at the top of the charts with "Lady".
In 1986, "You're Still New To Me" became a Number One for Marie Osmond, with assistance from singer/songwriter Paul Davis.
In 1969, Tommy Cash released "Six White Horses". See first note from today's blog.
In 1975, "Rocky" became a chart topper for Dickey Lee. Though a great singer, and also a noted songwriter, this would be his only Number One as a performer.
In 1980, Kenny Rogers was at the top of the charts with "Lady".
In 1986, "You're Still New To Me" became a Number One for Marie Osmond, with assistance from singer/songwriter Paul Davis.
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
November 21 in Country Music History
In 1933, one of my favorite country music stars, and ROPE member, Jean Shepard was born in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma. She probably is right behind Kitty Wells as one of the ladies who broke down many barriers to females in the music business. She is finally in the Hall of Fame, and surely belongs there. We love you Ms. Jean.
In 1953, Webb Pierce was amid a twelve week run at the top of the charts with "There Stands The Glass".
In 1970, Conway Twitty scored another Number One with "Fifteen Years Ago".
In 1981, Hank Williams, Jr. was atop the charts with "All My Rowdy Friends (Have Settled Down)".
In 1987, Randy Travis was again at the top of the charts with "I Won't Need You Anymore".
In 1992, Alabama began two weeks at the top of the charts with "I'm In A Hurry (And Don't Know Why)".
In 1953, Webb Pierce was amid a twelve week run at the top of the charts with "There Stands The Glass".
In 1970, Conway Twitty scored another Number One with "Fifteen Years Ago".
In 1981, Hank Williams, Jr. was atop the charts with "All My Rowdy Friends (Have Settled Down)".
In 1987, Randy Travis was again at the top of the charts with "I Won't Need You Anymore".
In 1992, Alabama began two weeks at the top of the charts with "I'm In A Hurry (And Don't Know Why)".
Monday, November 19, 2012
November 20 in Country Music History
In 1887, fiddler Eck Robertson was born in Delaney, Arkansas. He is reputed to have been the first to record country music, as he laid down his first tracks for Victor in 1922.
In 1930, Curly Putman, one of the greatest country songwriters of all time, was born in Princeton, Alabama. He is associated with "Green, Green Grass Of Home", "My Elusive Dreams", "He Stopped Loving Her Today", "D-I-V-O-R-C-E", "Do You Wanna Go To Heaven", "It's A Cheating Situation", and "Smooth Sailing", among many other hits.
In 1947, Joe Walsh was born in Wichita, Kansas. Whatever else can be said about him, he is definitely one of the best guitarists in the world.
In 1961, Jimmy Dean knocked "Walk On By" by Leroy Van Dyke off the top spot for two weeks with "Big Bad John", and then watched as Van Dyke continued what eventually ended up as a nineteen week run at the top of the charts.
In 1965, Jimmy Dickens scored his only Number One with "May The Bird Of Paradise Fly Up Your Nose". It stayed there for two weeks.
In 1971, "Daddy Frank(The Guitar Man) became the ninth Number One hit for Merle Haggard.
In 1975, Dierks Bentley was born in Phoenix, Arizona.
In 1977, Josh Turner was born in Hannah, South Carolina.
In 1982, T.G. Shepard went to the top of the charts with "War Is Hell (On The Homefront Too)".
In 1993, Mark Chesnutt spent a week at the top of the charts with "Almost Goodbye". Mark is definitely a true country music honky tonk hero, and was one of the most underappreciated, though best, country artists of his time.
In 1930, Curly Putman, one of the greatest country songwriters of all time, was born in Princeton, Alabama. He is associated with "Green, Green Grass Of Home", "My Elusive Dreams", "He Stopped Loving Her Today", "D-I-V-O-R-C-E", "Do You Wanna Go To Heaven", "It's A Cheating Situation", and "Smooth Sailing", among many other hits.
In 1947, Joe Walsh was born in Wichita, Kansas. Whatever else can be said about him, he is definitely one of the best guitarists in the world.
In 1961, Jimmy Dean knocked "Walk On By" by Leroy Van Dyke off the top spot for two weeks with "Big Bad John", and then watched as Van Dyke continued what eventually ended up as a nineteen week run at the top of the charts.
In 1965, Jimmy Dickens scored his only Number One with "May The Bird Of Paradise Fly Up Your Nose". It stayed there for two weeks.
In 1971, "Daddy Frank(The Guitar Man) became the ninth Number One hit for Merle Haggard.
In 1975, Dierks Bentley was born in Phoenix, Arizona.
In 1977, Josh Turner was born in Hannah, South Carolina.
In 1982, T.G. Shepard went to the top of the charts with "War Is Hell (On The Homefront Too)".
In 1993, Mark Chesnutt spent a week at the top of the charts with "Almost Goodbye". Mark is definitely a true country music honky tonk hero, and was one of the most underappreciated, though best, country artists of his time.
Sunday, November 18, 2012
November 19 in Country Music History
In 1966, Bill Anderson was at the top of the charts with "I Get The Fever".
In 1977, Waylon Jennings began a six week run at the top of the charts with "The Wurlitzer Prize (I Don't Want To Get Over You".
In 1983, Barbara Mandrell was at the top of the charts with "One Of A Kind Pair Of Fools".
In 1988, Ricky Van Shelton began two weeks as the Number One song on the charts with "I'll Leave This World Loving You", the second time this record had charted.
In 1994, Mary Chapin Carpenter shouted "Shut Up And Kiss Me", as she was celebrating at the top of the charts with a record by that name.
In 1977, Waylon Jennings began a six week run at the top of the charts with "The Wurlitzer Prize (I Don't Want To Get Over You".
In 1983, Barbara Mandrell was at the top of the charts with "One Of A Kind Pair Of Fools".
In 1988, Ricky Van Shelton began two weeks as the Number One song on the charts with "I'll Leave This World Loving You", the second time this record had charted.
In 1994, Mary Chapin Carpenter shouted "Shut Up And Kiss Me", as she was celebrating at the top of the charts with a record by that name.
Saturday, November 17, 2012
November 18 in Country Music History
In 1967, Sonny James was atop the charts with "It's The Little Things". He occupied that spot for five weeks.
In 1972, Charley Pride began a three week run at the top of the charts with "She's Too Good To Be True".
In 1989, Eddy Raven was atop the charts as he sang about a subject that he knew well, "Bayou Boys".
In 1972, Charley Pride began a three week run at the top of the charts with "She's Too Good To Be True".
In 1989, Eddy Raven was atop the charts as he sang about a subject that he knew well, "Bayou Boys".
Friday, November 16, 2012
November 17 in Country Music History
In 1979, Waylon Jennings was atop the charts with "Come With Me".
In 1984, Exile was at Number One on the chance with "Give Me One More Chance".
In 1990, Holly Dunn's hit, "You Really Had Me Going", sat at the top of the charts.
In 2003, Hall of Fame singer/songwriter/performer Don Gibson passed away after a long successful career. He is credited with writing "I Can't Stop Loving You", "Sweet Dreams", "Oh, Lonesome Me", and had many many hits as a singer. He charted eighty two times in his career, having Number Ones, Top Tens, and many Top Forties. He also charted fifteen times on the pop charts.
In 1984, Exile was at Number One on the chance with "Give Me One More Chance".
In 1990, Holly Dunn's hit, "You Really Had Me Going", sat at the top of the charts.
In 2003, Hall of Fame singer/songwriter/performer Don Gibson passed away after a long successful career. He is credited with writing "I Can't Stop Loving You", "Sweet Dreams", "Oh, Lonesome Me", and had many many hits as a singer. He charted eighty two times in his career, having Number Ones, Top Tens, and many Top Forties. He also charted fifteen times on the pop charts.
Thursday, November 15, 2012
November 16 in Country Music History
In 1934, Felton Jarvis, record producer, was born. He produced many records for Elvis, as well as for others including Willie Nelson, Charley Pride, Skeeter Davis, Jimmy Dean and Carl Perkins.
In 1938, Troy Seals, singer/songwriter/guitarist, was born in Bighill, Kentucky.
In 1949, Larry Cordle, bluegrass musician/singer/songwriter was born in Eastern Kentucky. He is most famous for being a co-writer with Larry Shell on "Murder On Music Row".
In 1974, Tom T. Hall was atop the charts with "Country Is".
In 1985, Exile was at Number One on the charts with "Hang On To Your Heart".
In 1991, Garth Brooks was "Shameless" for being at Number One with a remake of a pop number by Billy Joel.
In 1996, Patty Loveless was atop the charts with a beautiful ballad, "Lonely Too Long".
In 1998, gospel and Elvis back up singer J.D. Sumner, of JD Sumner and the Stamps, passed away in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
In 2003, the world was mourning the death on November 15 of Speedy West, a real pioneer on the pedal steel guitar, and a great record producer.
In 1938, Troy Seals, singer/songwriter/guitarist, was born in Bighill, Kentucky.
In 1949, Larry Cordle, bluegrass musician/singer/songwriter was born in Eastern Kentucky. He is most famous for being a co-writer with Larry Shell on "Murder On Music Row".
In 1974, Tom T. Hall was atop the charts with "Country Is".
In 1985, Exile was at Number One on the charts with "Hang On To Your Heart".
In 1991, Garth Brooks was "Shameless" for being at Number One with a remake of a pop number by Billy Joel.
In 1996, Patty Loveless was atop the charts with a beautiful ballad, "Lonely Too Long".
In 1998, gospel and Elvis back up singer J.D. Sumner, of JD Sumner and the Stamps, passed away in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
In 2003, the world was mourning the death on November 15 of Speedy West, a real pioneer on the pedal steel guitar, and a great record producer.
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
November 15 in Country Music History
In 1928, the artist that we know as C.W. McCall was born in Audubon, Iowa. He is best known for his cb era trucking hit, "Convoy".
In 1969, Merle Haggard began a four week run at the top of the charts with his signature song, "Okie From Muscogee".
In 1975, Waylon Jennings went to the top of the charts with "Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way".
In 1977, Albert Brumley, one of the best of all the gospel songwriters, passed away. He wrote standards such as "I'll Fly Away" and "Turn Your Radio On".
In 1980, Anne Murray was atop the charts with "Could I Have This Dance".
In 1986, Restless Heart was at Number One on the charts with "That Rock Won't Roll".
In 1997, Deanna Carter was at Number One on the charts wondering "How Do I Get There".
In 2003, steel guitar legend and producer Speedy West passed away.
In 1969, Merle Haggard began a four week run at the top of the charts with his signature song, "Okie From Muscogee".
In 1975, Waylon Jennings went to the top of the charts with "Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way".
In 1977, Albert Brumley, one of the best of all the gospel songwriters, passed away. He wrote standards such as "I'll Fly Away" and "Turn Your Radio On".
In 1980, Anne Murray was atop the charts with "Could I Have This Dance".
In 1986, Restless Heart was at Number One on the charts with "That Rock Won't Roll".
In 1997, Deanna Carter was at Number One on the charts wondering "How Do I Get There".
In 2003, steel guitar legend and producer Speedy West passed away.
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
November 14 in Country Music History
In 1960, Ferlin Husky was atop the charts with "Wings Of A Dove".
In 1981, Roseanne Cash began a week at the top of the charts with "My Baby Thinks He's A Train".
Iin 1987, The Judds were on top of the charts again with "Maybe Your Baby's Got The Blues".
In 1992, Wynonna was still at the top of the charts with her third solo Number One hit, "No One Else On Earth". It was a chart topper for four weeks, a rarity in the nineties.
In 1981, Roseanne Cash began a week at the top of the charts with "My Baby Thinks He's A Train".
Iin 1987, The Judds were on top of the charts again with "Maybe Your Baby's Got The Blues".
In 1992, Wynonna was still at the top of the charts with her third solo Number One hit, "No One Else On Earth". It was a chart topper for four weeks, a rarity in the nineties.
Monday, November 12, 2012
November 13 in Country Music History
In 1932, musician, songwriter, publisher, and music executive Buddy Killen was born in Florence, Alabama. In a long and storied career, he went from playing bass with Hank Williams to owning Tree Publishing Company, until he sold it to Sony. He also owned the Stockyards in Nashville, Tennessee.
In 1948, Jimmy Wakely's recording of "One Has My Name (The Other Has My Heart) was amid an eleven week run on the charts.
In 1971, Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn topped the charts with "Lead Me On".
In 1976, Loretta Lynn was atop the charts with "Somebody Somewhere (Don't Know What He's Missin' Tonight)".
In 1982, Ricky Skaggs was happy that "Heartbroke" was atop the charts.
In 1983, race car driver/carpenter/comedian Junior Samples passed away from a heart attack in Knoxville, Tennessee.
In 1993, Brooks and Dunn were at the top of the charts with "She Used To Be Mine", my favorite of all their songs.
In 1948, Jimmy Wakely's recording of "One Has My Name (The Other Has My Heart) was amid an eleven week run on the charts.
In 1971, Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn topped the charts with "Lead Me On".
In 1976, Loretta Lynn was atop the charts with "Somebody Somewhere (Don't Know What He's Missin' Tonight)".
In 1982, Ricky Skaggs was happy that "Heartbroke" was atop the charts.
In 1983, race car driver/carpenter/comedian Junior Samples passed away from a heart attack in Knoxville, Tennessee.
In 1993, Brooks and Dunn were at the top of the charts with "She Used To Be Mine", my favorite of all their songs.
Sunday, November 11, 2012
November 12 in Country Music History
In 1950, Barbara Fairchild was born in Knobel, Arkansas. She is probably best known for "Teddy Bear Song", although she charted at least thirty singles on the country charts.
In 1977, Charley Pride was atop the charts with "More To Me".
In 1983, Lee Greenwood gained the top spot on the charts with "Somebody's Gonna Love You".
In 1988, Roseanne Cash began the chart week with a Number One, "Runaway Train".
In 1977, Charley Pride was atop the charts with "More To Me".
In 1983, Lee Greenwood gained the top spot on the charts with "Somebody's Gonna Love You".
In 1988, Roseanne Cash began the chart week with a Number One, "Runaway Train".
Saturday, November 10, 2012
November 11 in Country Music History
THIS IS VETERAN'S DAY. SHAKE HANDS WITH, OR HUG, THE VETERANS IN YOUR LIFE, AND THOSE YOU MEET AS YOU GO THROUGH LIFE.
In 1930, gifted guitarist Hank Garland, a member of the A Team, was born in Cowpens, South Carolina. He recorded the million selling record "Sugar Foot Rag", and was one of the most recorded session players of his time.
In 1938, Narvel Felts was born in Keiser, Arkansas. He charted over forty country records, and was a regular fixture in the Top Forty in the seventies.
In 1972, Tammy Wynette was atop the charts with "My Man".
In 1989, Kathy Mattea was "Burnin' Old Memories" at the top of the charts.
In 1995, George Strait was again ruling the charts at Number One with "Check Yes Or No".
In 1930, gifted guitarist Hank Garland, a member of the A Team, was born in Cowpens, South Carolina. He recorded the million selling record "Sugar Foot Rag", and was one of the most recorded session players of his time.
In 1938, Narvel Felts was born in Keiser, Arkansas. He charted over forty country records, and was a regular fixture in the Top Forty in the seventies.
In 1972, Tammy Wynette was atop the charts with "My Man".
In 1989, Kathy Mattea was "Burnin' Old Memories" at the top of the charts.
In 1995, George Strait was again ruling the charts at Number One with "Check Yes Or No".
Friday, November 9, 2012
November 10 in Country Music History
In 1921, Onie Wheeler, most famous for his years with Roy Acuff's Smokey Mountain Boys, was born in Senath, Missouri. He is the father of one of our favorite entertainers, Karen Wheeler.
In 1945, the artist now known as Donna Fargo was born in Mt. Airy, North Carolina, also the home of Andy Griffith. She was a fixture on the Country Music charts in the seventies, with six of her records going to Number One.
In 1956, Marty Robbins began a thirteen week run at the top of the charts with "Singing The Blues". It was one of the first two country songs I remember hearing and singing. The other was "In The Jailhouse Now" by Webb Pierce, and these records were playing on the jukebox in my granny's cafe in North Terre Haute, Indiana, located next to my Granddad's tavern. I actually got my first taste of country in a HonkyTonk.
In 1962, "I've Been Everywhere", by Hank Snow, took the top spot on the charts for two weeks.
In 1973, Marie Osmond began a two week tour at the top of the charts with "Paper Roses".
In 1973, Stringbean Akeman and his wife were murdered by two robbers who were looking for their stash of money at their Ridgetop, Tennessee home. One of the murderers died in prison, and the other was still incarcerated. They didn't get any money, but $20,000 was later found in a secret hiding place after the money had deteriorated.
In 1984, actor John Schneider hit the top of the charts with "I've Been Around Enough To Know".
In 1990, Joe Diffie was at Number One on the charts with "Home", the first charted record of his career.
In 1995, Curly Fox died in Nashville, Tennessee.
In 1945, the artist now known as Donna Fargo was born in Mt. Airy, North Carolina, also the home of Andy Griffith. She was a fixture on the Country Music charts in the seventies, with six of her records going to Number One.
In 1956, Marty Robbins began a thirteen week run at the top of the charts with "Singing The Blues". It was one of the first two country songs I remember hearing and singing. The other was "In The Jailhouse Now" by Webb Pierce, and these records were playing on the jukebox in my granny's cafe in North Terre Haute, Indiana, located next to my Granddad's tavern. I actually got my first taste of country in a HonkyTonk.
In 1962, "I've Been Everywhere", by Hank Snow, took the top spot on the charts for two weeks.
In 1973, Marie Osmond began a two week tour at the top of the charts with "Paper Roses".
In 1973, Stringbean Akeman and his wife were murdered by two robbers who were looking for their stash of money at their Ridgetop, Tennessee home. One of the murderers died in prison, and the other was still incarcerated. They didn't get any money, but $20,000 was later found in a secret hiding place after the money had deteriorated.
In 1984, actor John Schneider hit the top of the charts with "I've Been Around Enough To Know".
In 1990, Joe Diffie was at Number One on the charts with "Home", the first charted record of his career.
In 1995, Curly Fox died in Nashville, Tennessee.
Thursday, November 8, 2012
November 9 in Country Music History
In 1895, George D. Hay was born in Attica, Indiana. He was the founder and announcer on the original WSM radio show, the Grand Ole Opry. He is a Hall of Fame member.
In 1910, Curly Fox, of Curly Fox and Texas Ruby, was born in Graysville, Tennessee.
In 1959, Faron Young was atop the charts with "Country Girl".
In 1968, Marty Robbins began two weeks at the top of the charts with "I Walk Alone".
In 1974, Dolly Parton was credited with a Number One hit for "Love Is Like A Butterfly".
In 1985, "You Can't Keep A Good Man Down" went Number One for Alabama.
In 1991, "Someday" was a great day as Alan Jackson was again at the top of the charts.
In 1910, Curly Fox, of Curly Fox and Texas Ruby, was born in Graysville, Tennessee.
In 1959, Faron Young was atop the charts with "Country Girl".
In 1968, Marty Robbins began two weeks at the top of the charts with "I Walk Alone".
In 1974, Dolly Parton was credited with a Number One hit for "Love Is Like A Butterfly".
In 1985, "You Can't Keep A Good Man Down" went Number One for Alabama.
In 1991, "Someday" was a great day as Alan Jackson was again at the top of the charts.
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
November 8 in Country Music History
In 1908, Scotty Wiseman, of Lulu Belle and Scotty, was born in Ingalls, North Carolina.
In 1922, Patty Page was born in Claremore, Oklahoma.
In 1931, music executive Harold Shedd was born in Bremen, Georgia. He is best known for the production of acts including Alabama, Reba McEntire, Willie Nelson, Roger Miller, and Mel Tillis.
In 1969, Conway Twitty was atop the charts with "To See My Angel Cry".
In 1975, John Denver was at Number One with "I'm Sorry", which, in retrospect, is so much more country than almost anything on mainstream radio today.
In 1980, Willie Nelson was "On The Road Again" to another Number One song of the same title.
In 1986, Randy Travis was at Number One while, and with, "Diggin' Up Bones".
In 1922, Patty Page was born in Claremore, Oklahoma.
In 1931, music executive Harold Shedd was born in Bremen, Georgia. He is best known for the production of acts including Alabama, Reba McEntire, Willie Nelson, Roger Miller, and Mel Tillis.
In 1969, Conway Twitty was atop the charts with "To See My Angel Cry".
In 1975, John Denver was at Number One with "I'm Sorry", which, in retrospect, is so much more country than almost anything on mainstream radio today.
In 1980, Willie Nelson was "On The Road Again" to another Number One song of the same title.
In 1986, Randy Travis was at Number One while, and with, "Diggin' Up Bones".
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
November 7 in Country Music History
In 1914, country comedian Archie Campbell was born in Bulls Gap, Kentucky.
In 1960, A.P. Carter, of the First Family of Country Music, The Carter Family, passed away in Kingsport, Tennessee.
In 1970, Charley Pride was atop the charts with "I Can't Believe That You've Stopped Loving Me".
In 1981, The Oak Ridge boys were at Number One with "Fancy Free", a favorite of ours at this institution.
In 1987, George Strait was credited with another Number One, "Am I Blue".
In 1960, A.P. Carter, of the First Family of Country Music, The Carter Family, passed away in Kingsport, Tennessee.
In 1970, Charley Pride was atop the charts with "I Can't Believe That You've Stopped Loving Me".
In 1981, The Oak Ridge boys were at Number One with "Fancy Free", a favorite of ours at this institution.
In 1987, George Strait was credited with another Number One, "Am I Blue".
Monday, November 5, 2012
November 6 in Country Music History
In 1932, Stonewall Jackson, who is a descendant AND true namesake of the great Southern general, was born in Tabor City, North Carolina. He was a very popular recording artist in the 50s and 60s, and was a member of the Opry before he had signed a record deal. He charted forty four times in his career, and had a couple of monster hits that went to Number One.
In 1941, singer/songwriter Guy Clark was born in Monahans, Texas. Though he is a talented performer, and builds his own guitars, he is best known for the many hit songs he has written for others, many of them Number Ones.
In 1954, Webb Pierce wanted "More And More", and got it, as his hit single by that name was amid a ten week stint at the top of the Charts.
In 1971, Sonny James was atop the charts with "Here Comes Honey Again".
In 1976, Merle Haggard was at the top spot on the charts with his version of an old Western tune, "Cherokee Maiden", written by Cindy Walker.
In 1982, Charlie Pride found it to be so good at the top of the charts with "You're So Good When You're Bad".
In 1993, Reba McEntire was enjoying a week at the top of the charts with "Does He Love You", which also featured Linda Davis.
In 1941, singer/songwriter Guy Clark was born in Monahans, Texas. Though he is a talented performer, and builds his own guitars, he is best known for the many hit songs he has written for others, many of them Number Ones.
In 1954, Webb Pierce wanted "More And More", and got it, as his hit single by that name was amid a ten week stint at the top of the Charts.
In 1971, Sonny James was atop the charts with "Here Comes Honey Again".
In 1976, Merle Haggard was at the top spot on the charts with his version of an old Western tune, "Cherokee Maiden", written by Cindy Walker.
In 1982, Charlie Pride found it to be so good at the top of the charts with "You're So Good When You're Bad".
In 1993, Reba McEntire was enjoying a week at the top of the charts with "Does He Love You", which also featured Linda Davis.
Sunday, November 4, 2012
November 5 in Country Music History
In 1911, Roy Rogers, King of the Cowboys, was born in Cincinnati, Ohio. He is in the Country Music Hall of Fame as a solo artist AND as a member of the Sons of the Pioneers.
In 1936, producer Billy Sherrill was born in Phil Campbell, Alabama. He probably is best known for his work with George Jones and Tammy Wynette.
In 1946, Gram Parsons was born in Winter Haven, Florida.
In 1960, Johnny Horton was killed in an automobile wreck in Milano, Texas. He definitely should be in the Hall of Fame.
In 1977, Don Williams went to the top of the charts with "I'm Just A Country Boy".
In 1988, T. Graham Brown was at the top of the charts with "Darlene", the last of his three Number One hits. Brown did enjoy a nice run of Top Ten records in the eighties, and into the very early nineties.
In 2000, Governor Jimmie Davis, of Louisiana, passed away at the age of 101. He recorded country and western, gospel, and roots music for many years, and was the governor of Louisiana on two separate occasions. He is in the Country Music Hall of Fame.
In 1936, producer Billy Sherrill was born in Phil Campbell, Alabama. He probably is best known for his work with George Jones and Tammy Wynette.
In 1946, Gram Parsons was born in Winter Haven, Florida.
In 1960, Johnny Horton was killed in an automobile wreck in Milano, Texas. He definitely should be in the Hall of Fame.
In 1977, Don Williams went to the top of the charts with "I'm Just A Country Boy".
In 1988, T. Graham Brown was at the top of the charts with "Darlene", the last of his three Number One hits. Brown did enjoy a nice run of Top Ten records in the eighties, and into the very early nineties.
In 2000, Governor Jimmie Davis, of Louisiana, passed away at the age of 101. He recorded country and western, gospel, and roots music for many years, and was the governor of Louisiana on two separate occasions. He is in the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Saturday, November 3, 2012
November 4 in Country Music History
In 1899, Kirk McGee, of the McGee Brothers, was born in Williamson County, Tennessee. He and his brother, Sam, were both virtuoso musicians on anything that was considered a string instrument.
In 1940, Delbert McClinton, who has been on almost all of the charts, was born in Fort Worth, Texas. Tell me about it......
In 1967, David Houston was atop the charts with "You Mean The World To Me".
In 1972, Merle Haggard was Number One with "It's Not Love (But It's Not Bad)".
In 1975, Audrey Williams died in Nashville, Tennessee, one day before her house was to be seized by the IRS.
In 1978, Barbara Mandress was "Sleeping Single In A Double Bed", and enjoying it as it propelled her to the top of the charts.
In 1989, George Strait took his "Ace In The Hole" to the top of the charts.
In 1940, Delbert McClinton, who has been on almost all of the charts, was born in Fort Worth, Texas. Tell me about it......
In 1967, David Houston was atop the charts with "You Mean The World To Me".
In 1972, Merle Haggard was Number One with "It's Not Love (But It's Not Bad)".
In 1975, Audrey Williams died in Nashville, Tennessee, one day before her house was to be seized by the IRS.
In 1978, Barbara Mandress was "Sleeping Single In A Double Bed", and enjoying it as it propelled her to the top of the charts.
In 1989, George Strait took his "Ace In The Hole" to the top of the charts.
Friday, November 2, 2012
November 3 in Country Music History
In 1915, John Maddox, of Maddox Brothers and Rose, was born in Boaz, Alabama.
In 1951, Peewee King was at the top of the charts with "Slow Poke". This great song stayed there for fifteen weeks.
In 1979, "You Decorated My Life", sung by Kenny Rogers, began a two week stint at the top of the charts. Kenny Rogers has been to the top of the charts twenty times, and should be in the Hall of Fame.
In 1984, "City of New Orleans", written by Steve Goodman, was carried to the Number One spot on the charts with a great performance by Willie Nelson. It was the fifteenth time the voice of the Outlaw had taken a song to the top of the charts. Willie Nelson is truly one of the greatest singers, songwriter, entertainers, musicians, AND characters in the history of country music.
In 1990, Reba McEntire was atop the charts with "You Lie".
In 1951, Peewee King was at the top of the charts with "Slow Poke". This great song stayed there for fifteen weeks.
In 1979, "You Decorated My Life", sung by Kenny Rogers, began a two week stint at the top of the charts. Kenny Rogers has been to the top of the charts twenty times, and should be in the Hall of Fame.
In 1984, "City of New Orleans", written by Steve Goodman, was carried to the Number One spot on the charts with a great performance by Willie Nelson. It was the fifteenth time the voice of the Outlaw had taken a song to the top of the charts. Willie Nelson is truly one of the greatest singers, songwriter, entertainers, musicians, AND characters in the history of country music.
In 1990, Reba McEntire was atop the charts with "You Lie".
Thursday, November 1, 2012
November 2 in Country Music History
In 1926, Charlie Walker was born in Copeville, Texas. He was a true honky tonk singer who had his biggest hit with "Pick Me Up On Your Way Down", written by the late Harlan Howard, and also had a big hit on "Don't Squeeze My Sharmon".
In 1968, Conway Twitty was atop the charts with "Next In Line". It was his first of forty Country Music Number One records.
In 1974, Mickey Gilley topped the charts with "I Overlooked An Orchid". It would be his second of seventeen Number One singles.
In 1985, Steve Wariner started a week at the top of the charts with "Some Fools Never Learn". It was the second of his ten Number One records, including his last duet with Anita Cochran.
In 1968, Conway Twitty was atop the charts with "Next In Line". It was his first of forty Country Music Number One records.
In 1974, Mickey Gilley topped the charts with "I Overlooked An Orchid". It would be his second of seventeen Number One singles.
In 1985, Steve Wariner started a week at the top of the charts with "Some Fools Never Learn". It was the second of his ten Number One records, including his last duet with Anita Cochran.
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