- Today in 1979, Dolly Parton’s “Great Balls Of Fire” album was certified gold.
- Today in 1982, the single, “You And I,” by Eddie Rabbitt and Crystal Gayle entered the pop chart.
- Today in 1987, Patsy Cline’s “Greatest Hits” album was certified platinum.
- Today in 1989, “The Royal Treatment” album by Billy Joe Royal was certified gold.
- Today in 1991, Travis Tritt’s “It’s All About To Change” album was certified platinum.
- Today in 1995, Kenny Rogers’ “20 Great Years” album was certified gold.
- Today in 1995, Faith Hill’s “It Matters To Me” album was certified gold.
- Today in 1996, Trisha Yearwood made her television-acting debut on an episode of ABC-TV’s “Ellen,” playing herself.
- Today in 1999, fans confused by Garth Brooks’ rock alter ego, Chris Gaines, may have had their bewilderment compounded when “Saturday Night Live” started promoting its upcoming show as being hosted by Garth with Chris Gaines appearing as the musical guest. Actually, it was Garth’s only live performance in the guise of his alter ego.
- Today in 2001, Garth Brooks’ highly anticipated project, “Scarecrow,” arrived in stores.
- Today in 2002, Reba McEntire and Trisha Yearwood were among those performing at the Stormy Weather 2002 benefit in Los Angeles at the historic Wiltern Theatre. All proceeds from the show, which was open to the public, went to the Walden Woods Project and the Thoreau Institute. Other performers include Sheryl Crow, Norah Jones, Joni Mitchell and Stevie Nicks.
- Today in 2002, Keith Urban celebrated his seventh week at the top of the “Radio & Records” Country Top 50 with his single, “Somebody Like You.” He was also enjoying his sixth week at #1 on “Billboard’s” Hot Country Singles chart.
- Today in 2002, it was announced that Willie Nelson, Carlos Santana and Michelle Branch were the headliners for the annual Nobel Peace Prize concert in Oslo, Norway. This year’s event will include a performance from Tim McGraw.
- Today in 2002, Troy Gentry‘s wife, Angie, welcomed their first child, daughter Kaylee Alexandra. Kaylee joined Taylor Peyton, Troy’s daughter from a previous relationship.
- Today in 2003, Wynonna was arrested and charged with driving under the influence. According to the police report, Wy was pulled over around 1am for going 47 in a 30 mph zone. Her Breathalyzer test registered a blood alcohol level of .175. The legal limit in Tennessee is .08. Wy was released after posting a $500 bond, which is the standard bail set for a first-offense DUI. In a written statement released later that day. Wynonna pulled no punches over the incident and added, “I know there is never a situation where drinking and driving is acceptable, and I take full responsibility for my error in judgment.”
- Today in 2005, the New York premiere of the Johnny Cash biopic, “Walk The Line,” was at the Beacon Theatre.
- Today in 2006, The Judds performed “Love Can Build a Bridge” at a groundbreaking ceremony for a Martin Luther King memorial in Washington, D.C.
- Today in 2008, Curb released the Rodney Atkins single “It’s America,” with Bruce Springsteen references in the chorus, to radio.
- Today in 2010, Alan Jackson’s “Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning)” ranked #1 on CMT debuts “40 Greatest Songs of the Decade.”
- Today in 2014, Lee Brice’s “Drinking Class” video premiered on CMT.
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