COUNTRY HISTORY

Today in 1914, Lester Flatt was born in Duncan's Chapel, Tennessee. Along with partner Earl Scruggs, he rose out of Bill Monroe's Blue Grass Boys to become a leading figure in the development of bluegrass, joining…

Today in 1941, Gene Autry records "You Are My Sunshine" at the CBS Studios in Hollywood Today in 1977, “Lucille” by Kenny Rogers peaked at #5 on the pop singles chart and topped the U.K. singles chart.…

Today in 1975, J. Thomas found his way to the top of the Billboard country chart with one of country music's longest song titles: "(Hey Won't You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song." Today in…

Today in 1981, the Oak Ridge Boys’ single, “Elvira,” was certified gold. Today in 1989, Ricky Skaggs topped the country charts with "Lovin' Only Me." Today in 1992, Pam Tillis’ “Put Yourself In My Place” album was certified…

Today in 1969, "Hee Haw" with Roy Clark & Buck Owens premiered on CBS TV. Despite its popularity, the show was soon canceled, but thrived in syndication for over 20 more years. Today in 1974, "Annie's Song"…

Today in 1957, Jerry Lee Lewis' "Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On" entered the national country chart. By the next week it will have made its debut on the national pop chart. It eventually sold six million…

Today in 1949, Hank Williams, Sr. made his debut on the Grand Ole Opry. He sang “Lovesick Blues” and got an unprecedented six encores. Ironically, Opry bigwigs had been reluctant to book him at first,…

Today in 1984, Lorrie Morgan joined the Grand Ole Opry. Today in 1989, the “River Of Time” album by the Judds was certified gold. Today in 1989, Tammy Wynette’s album, “Tammy's Greatest Hits,” was certified platinum. Today in…

Today in 1974, Dolly Parton's "I Will Always Love You" presided at #1 on the Billboard country singles chart. Today in 1996, Bryan White topped the country charts with “I’m Not Supposed to Love You Anymore.” Today…

Today in 1974, Dolly Parton's "I Will Always Love You" presided at #1 on the Billboard country singles chart. Today in 1996, Bryan White topped the country charts with “I’m Not Supposed to Love You Anymore.” Today…