- Today in 1991, Ricky Van Shelton & Dolly Parton’s duet, “Rockin’ Years,” hit #1.
- Today in 1992, Tracy Lawrence was #1 on the charts with “Today’s Lonely Fool.”
- Today in 1994, Pam Tillis released her album, “Sweetheart’s Dance.”
- Today in 1994, the “Read My Mind” album by Reba McEntire was released.
- Today in 1994, Randy Travis’ “This Is Me” album was released.
- Today in 1995, the “Thinkin’ About You” album by Trisha Yearwood was certified gold.
- Today in 1996, Shania Twain hit #1 with the single, “You Win My Love.”
- Today in 1996, Clay Walker revealed he had been diagnosed with MS.
- Today in 1998, more than $10,000 was raised for tornado relief in Nashville when more than 1,500 tourists and local residents turned out for a special concert at the Wildhorse Saloon. Naomi Judd hosted, and performers volunteering their time and talent included Wade Hayes, Trace Adkins, David Ball, Eddy Raven, Burnin’ Daylight and Deryl Dodd.
- Today in 1999, Jo Dee Messina won 3 awards at the Boston Music Awards. One of her trophies was in the coveted Act of the Year category. No country singer had ever even been nominated in that category before, so it was quite a surprise when Jo Dee won, beating out the likes of Aerosmith and Paula Cole. Jo Dee was also named Outstanding Country Artist and Outstanding Female Vocalist.
- Today in 1999, Jo Dee Messina’s “Lesson In Leavin” single was released. Here’s a fun fact for you – the tune’s release date was also the same day in 1980 that Dottie West’s original version of the song hit #1 on the charts.
- Today in 2000, Trisha Yearwood hit the road on her “Real Live Woman Tour.” She was joined by Kim Richey and Jessica Andrews.
- Today in 2013, George Jones died at the age of 81. While the legendary “Possum” was as known for his turbulent marriage to Tammy Wynette and struggle with drugs and alcohol as he was for his music. But he wasn’t just an inspiration to country artists, On the day of his death, Nathan Followill of the alternative rock band Kings of Leon tweeted, “RIP, George Jones, you’ll be sorely missed. One of the all time greats.” Jones’ story was one of redemption. After quitting booze cold turkey in 1999, his legend became based on the realism in his music and his dedication to what he called “hardcore country music,” which remained resolute until the day he died.
- Today in 2014, Luke Bryan’s “Play It Again” spent the first of nine weeks at #1 on the Billboard country singles chart.
- Today in 2015, Eric Paslay and Natalie Harker were married in Charlotte, Tennessee.
- Today in 2017, Jon Pardi made a surprise appearance on Decision Day at his alma mater, Dixon High School, in California. He performed “Dirt On My Boots” and “Head Over Boots” for the student body.
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