COUNTRY HISTORY

Today in 1954, Johnny Cash married Vivian Liberto in San Antonio, Texas. The couple, who share their daughter, Rosanne, moved to Memphis, where he formed a trio that was signed to Sun Records. The couple divorced…

Today in 1959, Skeeter Davis joined the Grand Ole Opry. Today in 1963, Connie Smith won a talent contest in Columbus, Ohio, and gained the attention of guest artist Bill Anderson, who helped her get her first recording…

Today in 1985, Alabama topped the chart for the 17th time with the single, "40 Hour Week.” Today in 1991, Trisha Yearwood hit #1 with the single, "She's In Love With The Boy." Today in 1992, the album, “Lyle…

Today in 1969, the single, "Ruby, Don't Take Your Love To Town," by Kenny Rogers & The First Edition peaked at #6 on the pop singles chart. Today in 1980, Johnny Lee's single, "Lookin' For Love," entered…

Today in 1958, Johnny Cash signed with Columbia Records. Today in 1973, Charlie Rich's “Behind Closed Doors” album was released. Today in 1977, Waylon Jennings' album, “Are You Ready For The Country,” was certified gold. Today in 1981, Kix…

Today in 1964, Country Music Hall of Fame member, Jim Reeves, died when his single-engine Beechcraft plane crashed near Nashville, Tennessee. Today in 1985, Patsy Cline's “Greatest Hits” album was certified gold. Today in 1991, Travis Tritt's single, "Country…

Today in 1957, Jerry Lee Lewis made his TV debut on "The Steve Allen Show," kicking his piano stool across the stage during "Whole Lot Of Shakin' Going On." Today in 1969, the album, “Tammy's Greatest Hits,”…

Today in 1963, "Ring Of Fire" by Johnny Cash peaked at #17 on the pop singles chart. Today in 1978, Emmylou Harris' “Elite Hotel” album was certified gold. Today in 1978, "Only One Love In My Life" by…

Today in 1968, Jeannie C. Riley recorded "Harper Valley PTA." Today in 1974, John Denver earned a gold record for his biggest hit, "Annie's Song." Today in 1990, Alabama's “Pass It On Down” album was certified gold. Today…

Today in 1981, "Elvira" by Oak Ridge Boys peaked at #5 on the pop singles chart. Today in 1989, the album, “Don't Close Your Eyes,” by Keith Whitley was certified gold. Today in 1989, Earl Thomas Conley's “Greatest…