COUNTRY HISTORY

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 1972, Barbara Mandrell became a member of the Grand Ole Opry. Today in 1981, the "Fancy Free" album by the Oak Ridge Boys was certified platinum. Today in 1992, Garth Brooks self-titled debut album was certified…

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 1992, Patsy Cline's “Greatest Hits” collection was certified quadruple-platinum. Today in 1992, the Judds' album, “Why Not Me,” was certified double-platinum. Today in 1992, the “Read Between the Lines” album by Aaron Tippin was certified gold.…

Today in 1956, Johnny Cash earned his first #1 hit with "I Walk the Line." Today in 1975, Michael Martin Murphey's single, “Wildfire,” single is certified gold. Today in 1990, Marty Stuart scored his first top 10 hit,…

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…