- Today in 1980, Kenny Rogers topped the pop singles chart with “Lady.”
- Today in 1985, the “Alabama Christmas” album was certified gold and platinum simultaneously.
- Today in 1987, the “Best Of Reba McEntire” album was released.
- Today in 1993, the album, “Pontiac,” by Lyle Lovett was certified gold.
- Today in 1995, the “Beyond The Season” album by Garth Brooks was certified triple-platinum.
- Today in 1999, Trisha Yearwood’s album, “Where Your Road Leads,” was certified platinum.
- Today in 2000, Jo Dee Messina’s “Burn” video debuted on CMT.
- Today in 2001, it was revealed that Brad Paisley was dubbed the “Sexiest Country Singer” in “People” magazine’s annual “Sexiest Man Alive” issue.
- Today in 2003, Toby Keith’s song “I Love This Bar” went to #1 on the Billboard charts.
- Today in 2004, Shania Twain’s “Come On Over” became the first country album in history certified for shipments of 20-million units.
- Today in 2005, Carrie Underwood’s debut album, “Some Hearts,” was released.
- Today in 2012, Hunter Hayes’ self-titled debut album was certified gold.
- Today in 2014, Sam Hunt’s “Montevallo” debuted at #1 on the Billboard country albums chart.
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