THIS DAY IN COUNTRY MUSIC HISTORY

This day in Country Music History

  • Today in 1968, Johnny Cash and June Carter announced their plans to marry during the 10th annual GRAMMY awards in Nashville, as they collected the trophy for Best Country & Western Duet, Trio or Group for “Jackson.”
  • Today in 1992, Travis Tritt joined the Grand Ole Opry, while Trisha Yearwood debuted on the show, singing “She’s In Love With The Boy.”
  • Today in 1996, “John Michael Montgomery” album achieved triple-platinum status.
  • Today in 2000, Faith Hill’s single, “The Way You Love Me,” hit the airwaves.
  • Today in 2004, Alison Krauss performed during the Oscar Awards in a $2-million pair of shoes with Sting, Elvis Costello and T Bone Burnett from the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood.
  • Today in 2008, Brooks & Dunn kicked off their first-ever tour of Australia with a concert at the Brisbane Entertainment Centre.
  • Today in 2012, Montgomery Gentry filmed a guest appearance on an episode of the “The Price Is Right.”
  • Today in 2020, Maren Morris headlines the Ballet Ball, a Nashville benefit aiding art programs for impoverished residents
  • Today in 2020, Crystal Gayle performs in the first concert held at the newly-renovated Eagles Theater in Wabash, Indiana

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