- Today in 1992, Garth Brooks’ hit single, “The River,” remained at #1 on the country music chart for the second week.
- Today in 1993, Alan Jackson’s “Chattahoochee” hit #1 on the charts and stayed for an entire month.
- Today in 1997, Clay Walker’s “Rumor Has It” album was certified gold.
- Today in 1998, Terri Clark scored her first #1 single with “Now That I Found You.”
- Today in 2000, Trisha Yearwood’s “Intimate Portrait” premiered on Lifetime Television.
- Today in 2000, Brad Paisley was performing at the West Virginia Interstate Fair and Exposition when he got the surprise of a lifetime. Gov. Cecil H. Underwood showed up to hear Brad’s music and to present him with the “Distinguished West Virginian Award.” The honor is presented to native West Virginians who have shown a lifetime commitment to community service and excellence in their respective career fields. Past award recipients include Kathy Mattea and astronaut John McBride. This date was also dubbed “Brad Paisley Day” in his home state.
- Today in 2001, Travis Tritt sold out his September 21st show at the Great Frederick Fair in Fredericksburg, Maryland. Why was that so unique? Well, the Fair released pre-sale tickets by mail order and they sold the entire 4,650 by mail!
- Today in 2002, Andy Griggs’ long-awaited sophomore album, “Freedom,” made an impressive chart debut. The project nailed the #7 spot on “Billboard’s” Top Country Albums chart.
- Today in 2002, the Dixie Chicks appeared in the “Nancy” comic strip for the sixth time. Creator Guy Gilchrist has been a long-time supporter of the group and an avid country music fan. The ladies appeared on the cover of a magazine titled “New Music.”
- Today in 2004, Tim McGraw’s “Live Like You Were Dying” spent the first of seven weeks at the top of the Billboard country chart.
- Today in 2006, American Idol alum Kellie Pickler was officially signed to a recording contract.
- Today in 2012, Brantley Gilbert made his Grand Ole Opry debut.
- Today in 2017, Kane Brown’s single, “What Ifs,” featuring Lauren Alaina, scored a gold single from the RIAA.
- Today in 2017, Luke Bryan’s “Kill The Lights” album went double platinum.
- Today in 2017, Josh Turner’s “Hometown Girl” went gold.
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