COUNTRY HISTORY

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…

Today in 1948, Opry legend Roy Acuff announced his intent to run for governor of Tennessee. He did eventually run for office against the incumbent and lost. He also campaigned for the job twice more and…

Today in 1966, Jim Reeves' “The Best Of Jim Reeves” album was certified gold. Today in 1978, Willie Nelson's “Stardust” album was certified gold. Today in 1978, Kenny Rogers' album, “Ten Years Of Gold,” was certified platinum. Today…

Today in 1960, Loretta Lynn made her debut on the charts with her first single, "Honky Tonk Girl." Today in 1969, Kenny Rogers and the First Edition appeared on the US country charts for the first time…

Today in 1960, "I'm Sorry" by Brenda Lee topped the singles charts. Today in 1981, the single, "Seven Year Ache," by Rosanne Cash peaked at #22 on the pop singles chart. More recently, Rosanne re-worked the tune…

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…

Today in 1967, the “I Walk The Line” album by Johnny Cash was certified gold. Today in 1981, Ronnie Milsap’s “Greatest Hits” album was certified platinum. Today in 1981, the album, “My Home's In Alabama,” was certified gold.…