This day in Country Music History

Posted on February 16, 2022February 16, 2022 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1969, George Jones and Tammy Wynette tied the knot. Strangely, they announced that they had gotten married on August 22^nd, 1968, but didn’t actually go through with it until this date.
Today in 1971, Johnny Cash recorded “Man in Black.”
Today in 1974, “Sunshine On My Shoulders” by John Denver entered the Top 40 chart.
Today in 1980, Kenny Rogers’ “Coward Of The County” single was #1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
Today in 1986, the NBC-TV movie “The Last Days of Frank & Jesse James” featured Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Kris Kristofferson, Ed Bruce, David Allan Coe, and June Carter Cash.
Today in 1995, Rosanne Cash’s “Greatest Hits 1979 – 1989” album was certified gold.
Today in 1995, Marty Robbins’ “Greatest Hits, Volume III” collection was certified gold.
Today in 1995, the album, “What A Crying Shame,” by The Mavericks was certified platinum.
Today in 1996, Collin Raye topped the country charts with “Not That Different.”
Today in 1997, Garth Brooks welcomed Melinda and Ricky Huffman with a raft of gifts as his tour got its 2 millionth customers. The couple was given a Chevy Tahoe and a Caribbean vacation.
Today in 2001, Andy Griggs and his bandmate Kevin Weaver got into some hot water after taking an ambulance for a joyride in Tallahassee, Florida. When they returned the rig, police took them into custody. Eventually, the charges were dropped — thanks in part to their lack of criminal records, humble apologies, and a charity concert.
Today in 2002, Hank Williams Jr. appeared at the Grand Ole Opry with Travis Tritt and Marty Stuart to celebrate Waylon Jennings.
Today in 2005, Brooks and Dunn performed as part of a nightly post-events concert series at the Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Today in 2006, John Michael Montgomery was arrested in Lexington, Kentucky on numerous charges including DUI and carrying a concealed deadly weapon.
Today in 2006, Rascal Flatt’s music video for “What Hurts The Most” premiered on CMT.
Today in 2007, in a taping of “CMT Cross Country,” Big & Rich and John Anderson performed together. Their collaborations included “Swingin,” and “Save A Horse (Ride A Cowboy.)”
Today in 2007, two country couples split up. Hank Williams Jr. and his wife, Mary Jane filed for divorce, as well as Terri Clark and her husband, Greg Kaczor. Discussing the end of her marriage, Clark said the split was amicable, although she was sad that the relationship was over. She singer called Kaczor “one of my dearest friends and a wonderful person,” and added that they, quote, “are sorry that we’re here.” While their marriage only lasted 17 months, Clark and Kaczor had known each other for a decade.
Today in 2007, Keith Urban gave his first U.S. TV interview since leaving the Betty Ford Center a month earlier. He opened up about his recovery on NBC’s “Today” show, and noted that both he and wife Nicole Kidman had grown through the process.
Today in 2007, Clay Walker joined the 2007 Original Krewe of Orpheus in Mandeville, Louisiana as the Celebrity Grand Marshall of their parade.
Today in 2007, Lonestar’s Keech Rainwater, Terri Clark, and Trent Tomlinson were the celebrity players for the final day of Country Week on the game show “Wheel of Fortune.”
Today in 2008, Tracy Lawrence hosted his 12th annual Arkansas Homecoming in Texarkana, Arkansas. Clay Waker was among the performers at the event.
Today in 2008, Grand Ole Opry member Bobby Lord passed away. Lord had a long-running television show in the 1960s and ’70s, and he served as a co-host for The Nashville Network’s “Country Sportsman” for several years before retiring and moving back to his native Florida with his wife Mozelle.
Today in 2009, Steve Wariner, Chuck Wicks, and Julianne Hough performed at Music 4 Music, a benefit in support of the Ravenwood High School Marching Band. The school, in the Nashville suburb of Brentwood, also hosted the event.
Today in 2010, Trace Adkins resumed his tour with a performance at the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo. He’d skipped his show two nights earlier with Martina McBride in the wake of a fatal traffic accident involving his tour bus.
Today in 2010, Tim McGraw’s second children’s book, “Love Your Heart,” arrived in stores. The book was the sequel to his first book, “My Little Girl,” which was based on his song from the movie “Flicka.” The singer collaborated with Tom Douglas on both books.
Today in 2010, Miranda Lambert’s “Revolution” album went gold.
Today in 2011, Justin Moore’s tour bus caught fire while he was traveling to a show in Detroit. No one was hurt in the blaze, which was extinguished in about ten minutes and caused minimal damage.
Today in 2017, Keith Urban, Miranda Lambert and Florida Georgia Line netted nominations in five categories apiece as the Academy of Country Music announced finalists for the 52^nd annual ACM Awards.
Today in 2019, Brothers Osborne welcomed surprise guest Lee Ann Womack as they delivered their third sell-out concert in four nights at the Ryman Auditorium in downtown Nashville. Elsewhere in the set list were “Shoot Me Straight,” “Burning Man,” “It Ain’t My Fault” and a cover of “Copperhead Road.”
Today in 2020, Aaron Watson attended the seventh birthday party of a Waco, Texas, girl who had been diagnosed with terminal brain cancer.

Jason Aldean Announces ‘Rock N’ Roll Cowboy’ Tour

Posted on February 15, 2022February 15, 2022 by Bob Ballard

Jason Aldean is hitting the road this summer. The singer just announced dates for his new “Rock n’ Roll Cowboy” tour, featuring special guests Gabby Barrett, John Morgan and Dee Jay Silver.

“I’m ready to get back out and feel the nights come alive,” Jason shares. “We are already thinking about the setlist…there will be some songs off the new record like ‘Rock And Roll Cowboy,’ which felt like a great tour name because it’s all about knowing you belong on the road.”

The tour is set to kick off July 15^th in Scranton, Pennsylvania, wrapping October 29^th in Wichita, Kansas.

Tickets go on sale Friday at 10 am local time. Check out the first few dates below and click here for the complete schedule.

July 15: Scranton, PA – The Pavilion at Montage Mountain
July 16: Hartford, CT – Xfinity Theatre
July 17: Bristow, VA – Jiffy Lube Live
July 23: Salt Lake City, UT – USANA Amphitheatre
July 29: Charlotte, NC – PNC Music Pavilion
July 30: Virginia Beach, VA – Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach
July 31: York, PA – York Fair
August 5: Omaha, NE – CHI Health Center
August 6: Tulsa, OK – BOK Center
August 12: Chicago, IL – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre

This day in Country Music History

Posted on February 15, 2022February 15, 2022 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1971, Glen Campbell’s “Greatest Hits” album was released.
Today in 1972, the album, “Charley Pride Sings Heart Songs,” was certified gold.
Today in 1975, Jessi Colter’s single, “I’m Not Lisa,” hit the charts.
Today in 1975, G. Sheppard’s “Devil in the Bottle” became the #1 country single.
Today in 1978, Kenny Rogers’ album, “Ten Years Of Gold,” was certified gold.
Today in 1978, the “We Must Believe In Magic” album by Crystal Gayle was certified platinum. She was the first female country singer to get a platinum album.
Today in 1979, Willie Nelson won two trophies for Best Country Vocal Performance, Male (for “Georgia On My Mind”) and Best Country Vocal Duo or Group (for “Mammas, Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up To Be Cowboys” with Waylon Jennings) at the GRAMMYs.
Today in 1985, Lee Greenwood’s album, “You’ve Got A Good Love Comin’,” was certified gold.
Today in 1987, the “Wild-Eyed Dream” album by Ricky Van Shelton was released.
Today in 1992, Garth Brooks stayed at the top of the Billboard country singles chart for four weeks for “What She’s Doing Now.”
Today in 2006, Billy Currington’s single, “Must Be Doin’ Somethin’ Right” went gold.
Today in 2008, Brad Paisley’s “I’m Still A Guy” was released.
Today in 2015, Eric and Katherine Church welcomed their son, Tennessee Hawkins Church.
Today in 2017, Reba McEntire headlined at Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium for the first time. Her set in the evening includes surprise guests Trisha Yearwood and Kelly Clarkson on “Softly And Tenderly”; Linda Davis for “Does He Love You”; The Isaacs in a gospel number; and three family members on “I’ll Fly Away.”
Today in 2019, “Star Trek” actor William Shatner makes his Grand Ole Opry debut, performing alongside Alabama guitarist Jeff Cook.
Today in 2019, Florida Georgia Line’s album, “Can’t Say I Ain’t Country,” was released.
Today in 2019, the Brothers Osborne’s concert at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville includes a surprise appearance by The Black Keys’ Dan Auerbach on a cover of “Tulsa Time.”
Today in 2020, Maren Morris sang “Oops! Whoops! Wait, Ah Ha!” on HBO’s “Sesame Street.”

Thomas Rhett & Joe Nichols Drop New Songs

Posted on February 14, 2022February 14, 2022 by Bob Ballard

Country music fans got some new music this weekend, with Thomas Rhett and Joe Nichols dropping new tracks.

Thomas Rhett shared the new single “Us Someday,” from his upcoming album “Where We Started,” which drops April 1st. “For me, this song is sort of talking to Lauren at 19 years old telling her, ‘I know you think this is crazy, but I believe all of these things are going to happen for us,’” he shares. “And now here we are, over 10 years later, and most of those things actually happened, which is just the wildest thing.”

Joe Nichols is back with new music. The singer dropped the new track “I Got Friends That Do,” featuring special guest Blake Shelton. The song is featured on Joe’s latest album, “Good Day For Living,” which came out Friday.

This day in Country Music History

Posted on February 14, 2022February 14, 2022 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1967, the President’s daughter, Lynda Bird Johnson, requested that Eddy Arnold attend a White House dinner. Arnold was almost late after getting stuck in an elevator.
Today in 1973, Patsy Cline’s “Greatest Hits” album was released.
Today in 1981, Charly McClain earned a #1 country single for “Who’s Cheatin’ Who.”
Today in 1985, two weeks after recording “On The Other Hand,” Randy Travis signed a recording contract with Warner Brothers.
Today in 1988, Kathy Mattea married songwriter Jon Vezner, who co-wrote her Grammy-winning hit “Where’ve You Been.”
Today in 1989, Reba McEntire gave her then-fiancé Narvel Blackstock a chainsaw for Valentine’s Day. The couple cut each other loose in Summer 2015.
Today in 1995, Alan Jackson’s album, “Who I Am,” was certified double platinum.
Today in 1995, Trisha Yearwood’s “Thinkin’ About You” album was released.
Today in 1997, Ty England and his wife, Shanna, welcomed their third child, Levi Wyatt, into the world.
Today in 1998, Hal Ketchum and makeup artist Gina Pacconi tied the knot on Valentine’s Day in Austin, Texas. Hal’s hits include “Small Town Saturday Night” and “Past the Point of Rescue.”
Today in 2001, Emily Robison and Amy Grant were contestants on “Who Wants To Be a Millionaire,” while Jo Dee Messina was on “Hollywood Squares.”
Today in 2001, before the last wall of the new Country Music Hall of Fame, was sealed, cranes lifted Elvis Presley’s gold Cadillac, Webb Pierce’s Pontiac, and Nudie’s sign onto the third floor.
Today in 2002, Steve Holy was in Newport News, Virginia to help 40 couples get hitched in a mass Valentine’s Day ceremony. As the lovebirds said, “I do,” they took their “first dance” as newlyweds while Steve performed his #1 song, “Good Morning Beautiful.” The happy couples had plenty of witnesses, too — nearly 1000 folks showed up to watch as the lovebirds kissed their single days goodbye.
Today in 2006, Little Big Town’s single, “Boondocks,” went gold.
Today in 2011, Eric Church’s single, “Homeboy,” was released.
Today in 2012, Hunter Hayes’ was a “Wanted” man – as his new single hit the airwaves.
Today in 2013, Thompson Square’s video for the single, “If I Didn’t Have You,” debuted on CMT.
Today in 2015, Luke Bryan was the celebrity monarch for the Krewe of Endymion Parade during Mardi Gras in New Orleans.
Today in 2017, Thomas Rhett and Kelsea Ballerini sang “Islands In The Stream” and Keith Urban performed “To Love Somebody” as CBS recorded “Stayin’ Alive: A Grammy Salute To The Music Of The Bee Gees” at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. Also appearing: Little Big Town, Demi Lovato, Nick Jonas, Celine Dion and Barry Gibb.
Today in 2018, Troy Gentry’s widow, Angela Gentry, filed suit in Philadelphia against Sikorsky Aircraft and Keystone Helicopter, charging that a design flaw was responsible for the Montgomery Gentry singer’s September 2017 death. Less than a week later, she also filed suit against an event promoter in connection with the helicopter crash.

Taylor Swift Earns ACM Nomination

Posted on February 11, 2022February 11, 2022 by Bob Ballard

Nominees for the 57^th Annual ACM Awards are out and Taylor Swift was recognized with a nomination.

Tay earned a nod in the Video of the Year category for the clip for “I Bet You Think About Me (Taylor’s Version),” featuring Chris Stapleton.

Taylor has been nominated for numerous ACM Awards over the year and has won eight in total.

She will have stiff competition though. Check out the complete category below:

VIDEO OF THE YEAR
[Awarded to Producer(s)/Director(s)/Artist(s)]

“Drunk (And I Don’t Wanna Go Home)” – Elle King and Miranda Lambert
“Famous Friends” – Chris Young and Kane Brown
“I Bet You Think About Me (Taylor’s Version)” – Taylor Swift featuring Chris Stapleton
“If I Didn’t Love You” – Jason Aldean and Carrie Underwood
“Never Wanted To Be That Girl” – Carly Pearce and Ashley McBryde

Source: ACM Awards

This day in Country Music History

Posted on February 11, 2022February 11, 2022 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1967, “Don’t Come Home A’Drinkin’ (With Lovin’ On Your Mind)” got Loretta Lynn her first #1 Billboard single.
Today in 1975, Alabama’s Randy Owen married his wife, Kelly.
Today in 1982, “Always on My Mind” by Willie Nelson was released.
Today in 1984, Vince Gill debuted on the charts with “Victim of Life’s Circumstances.”
Today in 1984, a federal grand jury in Memphis indicted Jerry Lee Lewis on tax evasion charges. He was acquitted the following October.
Today in 1989, “Song of the South” by Alabama, hit #1 on the Billboard country chart.
Today in 1992, new releases included Reba McEntire’s video “For My Broken Heart” and John Anderson’s album “Seminole Wind.”
Today in 1994, George Strait hit number one with “I’d Like To Have That One Back.”
Today in 1999, tornadoes earlier in the week forced a CD manufacturing plant in Jacksonville, Illinois, to shut down production, causing a possible delay for Steve Wariner’s single “Two Teardrops.” But his record label persuaded two manufacturing plants to press 400 copies of the single while volunteers addressed and stuffed envelopes to get the single shipped to radio stations on time.
Today in 2002, “The Essential Johnny Cash” album arrived in stores.
Today in 2003, Terri Clark’s single “I Just Wanna Be Mad” hit number one on the “Radio & Records” Country Top 50 chart. It also marked a milestone — it was the first time in 46 weeks that a solo female artist grabbed the top spot on the “Radio & Records” chart.
Today in 2003, new album releases included Vince Gill’s “Next Big Thing,” George Strait’s live effort “For The Last Time – Live from the Astrodome,” and the Dixie Chicks’ DVD/video “Home.”
Today in 2004, Kenny Chesney’s album “When The Sun Goes Down” debuted at the top of the “Billboard” album charts.
Today in 2006, Trisha Yearwood sang with the Nashville Chamber Orchestra at the Grand Ole Opry house. Raul Malo was the host.
Today in 2006, weeks after the departure of Kristen Hall, Sugarland performed their first concert as a duo.
Today in 2007, the Dixie Chicks won five trophies at the GRAMMYs: Record and Song of the Year for “Not Ready to Make Nice,” Best Country Performance by a Duo of Group, and Album of the Year and Best Country Album for “Taking The Long Way.” Other country winners included Carrie Underwood, who was named Best New Artist, as well as Vince Gill, Randy Travis, Bryan Sutton and Doc Watson, Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder, and Sugarland’s Jennifer Nettles, who got the nod for her collaboration with Bon Jovi on the group’s hit “Who Says You Can’t Go Home.” Bob Wills was acknowledged as a Lifetime Achievement Award recipient.
Today in 2007, Trent Willmon and Lorrie Morgan were among the judges for The Corner Pub’s 3rd Annual Chili Cookoff in Nashville.
Today is 2008, on a new episode of “CMT Crossroads,” Alison Krauss and Robert Plant performed a list which included “Gone Gone Gone (Done Moved On),” “Black Dog,” and When the Levee Breaks.”
Today in 2009, Brad Paisley led the pack of nominees for the 44th annual Academy of Country Music Awards. Other multiple nominees included George Strait, Kenny Chesney, Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, Brooks & Dunn, Miranda Lambert, and Heidi Newfield. LeAnn Rimes was tapped to receive the ACM/Home Depot Humanitarian Award.
Today in 2009, Dierks Bentley’s “Feel That Fire” debuted at number one on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart, ending Taylor Swift’s 12-week run in the top spot with “Fearless.” In addition, the title track to Bentley’s CD was at number one on the Country Singles chart.
Today in 2009, Pat Green and Clay Walker were among those taking part in the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am charity golf tournament.
Today in 2009, the Trace Adkins-voiced ad campaign promoting the Grand Ole Opry began its media run.
Today in 2010, Justin Moore became a dad with the birth of his first child, Ella Kole.
Today in 2010, Carrie Underwood’s “Sesame Street” character made her debut on the long-running PBS children’s series. “Carrie Underworm” is an orange worm with long blonde hair who sings. On the show, Carrie’s invertebrate alter-ego performed “The Worm Anthem.”
Today in 2011, Kenny Chesney was officially honored as the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame’s “Tennessean of the Year” at an event in Nashville.
Today in 2011, LeAnn Rimes was among the performers at the MusiCares Person of the Year tribute honoring Barbra Streisand.
Today in 2011, Carrie Underwood and Brad Paisley recorded “Remind Me.”
Today in 2012, Dierks Bentley served as the Honorary Chairman of the Arizona Centennial Motorcycle Ride, which took place in his hometown of Phoenix as part of the state’s 100th anniversary celebration. Bentley’s hit “Home” was the official song of the event.
Today in 2014, Trick Pony announced their reunion.
Today is 2014, Eric Church’s album, “The Outsiders,” was released.
Today in 2016, Darius Rucker received the Award of Merit from the National Golf Course Owners Association during a conference in San Diego.
Today in 2016, Lady Antebellum’s Charles Kelley and his wife, Cassie, welcomed their son, Ward Charles Kelley, in Nashville.
Today in 2016, the “Columbia Daily Herald” reports Jason Aldean has purchased a 120-acre property with a 4,500-square-foot home in Columbia, Tennessee for $5.35-million.
Today in 2017, Little Big Town’s “Better Man” – which was written by Taylor Swift – hit #1 on the Billboard country singles chart.
Today in 2019, Trace Adkins, Charles Esten, Cassadee Pope, Jimmie Allen, Deana Carter and Morgan Evans performed at Fred Kavli Theatre in Thousand Oaks, California, to raise money for victims of a mass shooting three months prior at the Borderline country club.
Today in 2019, Garth Brooks practiced fielding at third base and in the outfield as he begins a week of spring training with the Pittsburgh Pirates in Bradenton, Florida.
Today in 2019, Kacey Musgraves single, “Rainbow,” hit the airwaves.

MEET THE H & S FEED & COUNTRY STORE PET OF THE WEEK: ROSCOE

Posted on February 10, 2022February 10, 2022 by Bob Ballard

This week’s H & S Feed & Country Store Pet of the Week is “Roscoe”, a 3 and a half year old American Pit Bull mix. Roscoe is friendly fellow who is leash trained, loves attention and walks, and is eager to meet you! Roscoe is fully vetted and ready to find his ‘furr-ever’ home.

If you’d like to set up an appointment to meet Roscoe or any of the pets at Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter, visit https://www.stephenmemorial.org/ and fill out an adoption application.

Check out our visit about Roscoe with Terry Gott from Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter here:

Dolly Parton’s Dollywood Paying 100% Of Tuition For Employees

Posted on February 10, 2022February 10, 2022 by Bob Ballard

Dolly Parton is getting heaps of praise on the Internet after it was revealed that starting February 24^th, her Dollywood Parks & Resorts will begin covering 100% of tuition for employees seeking to further their education.

The new benefit will be open to all employees beginning on their first day of work, and it will also cover fees and textbooks.

“One of The Dollywood Foundation’s key tenets is to ‘learn more,’” President of Dollywood Company, Eugene Naughton, shares. “This program is created with that very tenet in mind,” adding, “We want our hosts to develop themselves through advanced learning to fulfill the foundation’s other tenets: care more, dream more, and be more.”

Naughton explains, “When our hosts strive to grow themselves, it makes our business and our community a truly better place. We care about our hosts’ development, and we want their future to grow because of love—not loans.”

Many fans took to social media to praise Dolly…

“Dolly is at it again!,” one person shared. “This time she is paying for the education of employees of Dollywood that want to pursue higher education!”
Another added, “Dolly Parton has done more to cancel student loan debt than Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren, and AOC combined.”

ONE MORE THING! Dolly is set to release a new song tomorrow. The track, “Blue Bonnet Breeze,” will be featured on the companion album to her book “Run Rose Run.” The album is out March 4^th and the book is due out March 7^th.

Source: WZTV

This day in Country Music History

Posted on February 10, 2022February 10, 2022 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1978, Ronnie Milsap’s album, “It Was Almost Like A Song,” was certified gold.
Today in 1979, Eddie Rabbitt topped the country singles chart with “Every Which Way But Loose.”
Today in 1984, Alabama topped the country charts with “Roll On [18 Wheeler].”
Today in 1986, “The Highwayman” album by Waylon, Willie, Johnny, Kris Kristofferson was certified gold.
Today in 1986, Reba McEntire’s album, “Whoever’s In New England,” was released.
Today in 1987, Randy Travis’ first album, “Storms of Life,” was certified platinum.
Today in 1995, Patty Loveless hit #1 with the single, “Here I Am.”
Today in 1998, Sammy Kershaw earned a gold certification for his album, “Labor of Love.”
Today in 1998, “How Do I Live,” by Diane Warren got an Oscar nomination for Best Original Song, as it appeared in the film, “Con Air.” The song had been recorded by both Trisha Yearwood and LeAnn Rimes that year – Trisha’s version was the one included in the film (and nominated for the Oscar). And while LeAnn’s version had been more successful in charting, Trisha’s version (which was also successful) was the first of the two to be released – and for the first time in history, the GRAMMY Awards nominated two artists for the same song in the same category. Directly following LeAnn’s performance of the song, Trisha took home GRAMMY Award for Best Female Country Vocal Performance. What happened with the Oscar nod? It lost out to Celine Dion’s “My Heart Will Go On,” from “Titanic.”
Today in 2000, the book, “The Great Canadian Book of Lists,” dubbed Shania Twain as “Canada’s Sexiest Woman.”
Today in 2000, Jim Varney, one of America’s most beloved comedic actors, died of lung cancer at his home in White House, Tennessee. He was 50 years old. Starring in nine “Ernest” movies and as Jed Clampett in the movie “Beverly Hillbillies,” he was also the voice of “Slinky Dog.” He also performed in many other film and television productions. His burial was in Lexington, Kentucky with a public memorial service in Nashville, Tennessee.
Today in 2000, Reba McEntire’s video for “We’re All Alone,” her duet with Jose y Durval, topped the charts on CMT Brazil. The song is from Reba’s album, “So Good Together.”
Today in 2002, Joe Diffie hosted his 10^th annual Country Steps In For the First Steps concert. The Judds, Trace Adkins, Ricky Skaggs, Cyndi Thomson, and comedian Cledus T. Judd all performed.
Today in 2005, the video to “Gone” by Montgomery Gentry premiered on CMT.
Today in 2008, at the 50^th annual GRAMMYs, “Before He Cheats” won two awards: Best Female Country Vocal Performance for Carrie Underwood, and Best Country Song for Josh Kear and Chris Tompkins.
Today in 2011, “Crazy Girl,” by The Eli Young Band, was released.
Today in 2013, at the 55^th annual GRAMMYs, Carrie Underwood and writers Josh Kear and Chris Tompkins won the same awards again, but this time for “Blown Away.”
Today in 2014, Rodney Clawson and Chris Tompkins began writing the future Florida Georgia Line hit, “Dirt,” at the Big Loud Shirt building in Nashville.
Today in 2019, an employee at the Stoney Creek Steakhouse in Nashville called police, reporting that Miranda Lambert was fighting with another customer.
Today in 2020, Kelsea Ballerini scored a gold single from the RIAA for “homecoming queen?”
Today in 2020, Midland introduced Insolito, its own tequila brand, in Texas.
Today in 2020, Thomas Rhett and his wife, Lauren Akins, welcomed their daughter, Lennon Love Akins.
Today in 2021, “Variety” reported Jeep has pulled an ad featuring Bruce Springsteen following reports he was arrested for DWI in November. Springsteen’s “Atlantic City” was tabbed among country’s 500 greatest singles in the 2003 Country Music Foundation book “Heartaches By The Number.”
Today in 2021, a week after a video surfaced with Morgan Wallen using a racial slur, Jason Isbell pledges to donate all the royalties he receives for Wallen’s version of his song, “Cover Me Up” to the NAACP.

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