Tag: On This Day

  • On This Day: Waylon Jennings Passed Away in 2002

    On This Day: Waylon Jennings Passed Away in 2002

    On this day, 19 years ago, the world lost a legend unlike any other. On Feb. 13, 2002, country music fans everywhere mourned the tragic loss of Waylon Jennings when he passed away at 64-years-old. Jennings passed away at home after suffering complications from diabetes. Born and raised in Littlefield,…

  • On This Day: Dolly Parton Releases Debut Album ‘Hello, I’m Dolly’ in 1967

    On This Day: Dolly Parton Releases Debut Album ‘Hello, I’m Dolly’ in 1967

    When it comes to the ranks of the country music industry, at the very top is where you will find legendary singer Dolly Parton. With an illustrious career spanning a more than a half-century, Parton is one of the most well known artists in the world. Her fame doesn’t just…

  • On This Day: Toby Keith Releases Debut Single ‘Should’ve Been a Cowboy’ in 1993

    On This Day: Toby Keith Releases Debut Single ‘Should’ve Been a Cowboy’ in 1993

    Twenty-eight years ago today Toby Keith clinched his first number one hit song with “Should’ve Been A Cowboy.” The song is about a man reflecting on his life (and lack of success with women) and concluding that he should’ve been a cowboy instead. During the song, Toby sings, “I should’ve…

  • On This Day: Loretta Lynn Hits No. 1 For First Time with ‘Don’t Come Home a Drinkin’’

    On This Day: Loretta Lynn Hits No. 1 For First Time with ‘Don’t Come Home a Drinkin’’

    Without a doubt, Loretta Lynn is a country music legend. Fifty-four years ago today (Feb. 11) the singer achieved a career milestone. On that day in 1967, her song “Don’t Come Home a Drinkin’ (With Lovin’ On Your Mind)” became the first No. 1 hit of her career. The song…

  • On This Day: Merle Haggard’s ‘That’s the Way Love Goes’ Hits #1 in 1984

    On This Day: Merle Haggard’s ‘That’s the Way Love Goes’ Hits #1 in 1984

    Thirty-seven years ago today, Merle Haggard’s “That’s The Way Love Goes” soared to the number one spot on the charts. However, he wasn’t the first country star to top the charts with the song. In fact, Johnny Rodriguez released the song in 1973 and it became his third number one…

  • On This Day: Merle Haggard, Marty Stuart Record ‘Farmer’s Blues’ Together in 2003

    On This Day: Merle Haggard, Marty Stuart Record ‘Farmer’s Blues’ Together in 2003

    Singers Merle Haggard and Marty Stuart partnered together to perform this ode to farmers and the agriculture industry back in 2003. The two joined forces to record “Farmer’s Blues together.” Written by Stuart and Connie Smith, the song explores the highs and lows of being a farmer. And sometimes, there…

  • On This Day: ‘O Brother Where Art Thou?’ Soundtrack Goes Gold in 2001

    On This Day: ‘O Brother Where Art Thou?’ Soundtrack Goes Gold in 2001

    Twenty years ago today the soundtrack for O Brother, Where Art Thou? sold 500,000 units and earned gold certification. If you’re a lover of bluegrass, country, gospel and folk tunes, you need to stop what you’re doing and turn on the O Brother, Where Art Thou? soundtrack right now. The movie, starring…

  • On This Day: George Jones Releases ‘White Lightning’ as a Single in 1959

    On This Day: George Jones Releases ‘White Lightning’ as a Single in 1959

    During the start of his career, country music legend George Jones struck musical gold when he recorded his tune “White Lightning.” The tune sounded like a blend of rock ‘n roll and country and proved to audiences across the country that Jones should be taken seriously. Jones had other successes…

  • On This Day: Willie Nelson Records ‘Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain’ in 1975

    On This Day: Willie Nelson Records ‘Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain’ in 1975

    Willie Nelson’s path to becoming a household name was not without its challenges. The iconic long-haired outlaw faced plenty of turmoil and he almost threw in the towel on his country music career.  However, in 1975 he found his saving grace when he recorded “Blue Eyes Cryin’ In The Rain,”…

  • On This Day: Travis Tritt Releases 1st No. 1 Single ‘Help Me Hold On’ in 1990

    On This Day: Travis Tritt Releases 1st No. 1 Single ‘Help Me Hold On’ in 1990

    Thirty-one years ago today, country icon Travis Tritt released his first number one song. “Help Me Hold On” was the second single from Tritt’s debut album, Country Club. The song is a plea to an upset lover to stay and work things out. During the song, Travis sings, “I realize…

  • On This Day: Shania Twain Releases ‘The Woman in Me’ Album in 1995

    On This Day: Shania Twain Releases ‘The Woman in Me’ Album in 1995

    On Feb. 7, 1995, Shania Twain released her biggest-selling record of all time. The album was her critically-acclaimed, “The Woman in Me.” By the end of 1995, the album had sold more than 4 million copies. In 2006, it was ranked as No. 8 on CMT’s list of the 40…

  • On This Day: Eagles Guitarist Don Felder Fired From the Band in 2001

    On This Day: Eagles Guitarist Don Felder Fired From the Band in 2001

    The Eagles started to become a powerful force in music back in 1971. They were one of the most influential rock bands of the ’70s. Now, they are one of the world’s best-selling bands with over 200 million records sold in the U.S. alone. The Los Angeles band has had…

  • On This Day: Alan Jackson Brings Country to Iconic Punk Rock CBGB Bar in 2002 Performance

    On This Day: Alan Jackson Brings Country to Iconic Punk Rock CBGB Bar in 2002 Performance

    Alan Jackson and punk rock may not go hand and hand. But the iconic punk rock bar CBGB in New York City was the singer’s first stop in 2002. The New York-based music venue was known for helping launch the careers of rock acts like Blondie, the Ramones, and Talking…

  • On This Day: Ronnie Milsap Inducted into the Grand Ole Opry in 1976

    On This Day: Ronnie Milsap Inducted into the Grand Ole Opry in 1976

    Forty-five years ago today, country icon, Ronnie Milsap claimed his spot at the Grand Ole Opry. At the time, Milsap was only 33 years old and he was no stranger to the Opry stage. He had already been a frequent guest at the venue. Milsap was preparing to release his…

  • On This Day: George Jones Records ‘He Stopped Loving Her Today’ in 1980

    On This Day: George Jones Records ‘He Stopped Loving Her Today’ in 1980

    As country music fans, we all have different favorite songs. However, there is one thing we can all agree on: George Jones’ “He Stopped Loving Her Today” is one of country music’s biggest hits.  On this day in 1980, he released the mournful ballad to the world. Soon it would…

  • On This Day: Carrie Underwood Releases ‘Wasted’ From 2007 Debut Album

    On This Day: Carrie Underwood Releases ‘Wasted’ From 2007 Debut Album

    One of Carrie Underwood’s first singles and famous hits came out on this day in 2007. Her song “Wasted” appeared on her debut album, “Some Hearts.” The song was written by Marv Green, Hillary Lindsey, and Troy Verges. The song would become her fourth No. 1 hit and would also…

  • On This Day: The Chicks Soar to No. 1 on Charts with ‘Cowboy Take Me Away’ in 2000

    On This Day: The Chicks Soar to No. 1 on Charts with ‘Cowboy Take Me Away’ in 2000

    Twenty-one years ago today, The Chicks released their number one hit song, “Cowboy, Take Me Away.” The song is about the love between a free spirit and a cowboy. During the song, The Chicks sing, “I said, I wanna touch the earth. I wanna break it in my hands, I…

  • On This Day: Alabama Releases 13th No. 1 Hit ‘Down Home’ in 1991

    On This Day: Alabama Releases 13th No. 1 Hit ‘Down Home’ in 1991

    The lucky number 13. On this day in 1991, the popular country and Southern rock band, Alabama, released their song “Down Home.” It would become the band’s 13th No. 1 single of their career. Randy Owen, Teddy Gentry, and Jeff Cook make up Alabama. They became popular in the 1980s…

  • On This Day: Dolly Parton Releases 13th Album ‘Jolene’ in 1974

    On This Day: Dolly Parton Releases 13th Album ‘Jolene’ in 1974

    Dolly Parton released her seminal album “Jolene” on this day back in 1974. The country artist struck big with her 13th studio album. Songs featured on the album include classics like “Jolene” and “I Will Always Love You.” Parton wrote “I Will Always Love You” as an apology to Porter…

  • On This Day: Patsy Cline Records ‘Faded Love’ in Nashville in 1963

    On This Day: Patsy Cline Records ‘Faded Love’ in Nashville in 1963

    Patsy Cline recorded one of her final songs on this day in 1963. The country artist lent her powerful voice to a rendition of “Faded Love.” Cline was a powerhouse for her era, producing hits that could make a grown man cry. She had a sorrowful, mournful element to her…

  • On This Day: Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers Perform Super Bowl XLII in 2008

    On This Day: Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers Perform Super Bowl XLII in 2008

    The Super Bowl performance is often something that many look forward to, and only watch the big game for that reason. And in this case, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers didn’t disappoint. Relive Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers Super Bowl XLII that went on to be nominated for an Emmy…

  • On This Day: Merle Haggard’s Prison Sentence Ends After Nearly 3 Years in 1963

    On This Day: Merle Haggard’s Prison Sentence Ends After Nearly 3 Years in 1963

    The outlaw spirit of Merle Haggard’s music wasn’t something he made up; he lived it. On this day, 64 years ago, Haggard would say goodbye to his life of crime and get serious about music when the state of California released him from prison. Beginning from a young age, Merle…

  • On This Day: Taylor Swift Releases ‘Picture to Burn’ From Self-Titled Debut in 2008

    On This Day: Taylor Swift Releases ‘Picture to Burn’ From Self-Titled Debut in 2008

    Taylor Swift has been releasing music since 2006. She is an artist that has evolved an incredible amount over the last 15 or so years. From the country girl with the curly hair and acoustic guitar to the pop-indie performer who released “folklore” and “evermore” just last year. On this…

  • On This Day: Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, J. P. Richardson Killed in Plane Crash on ‘The Day Music Died’ in 1959

    On This Day: Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, J. P. Richardson Killed in Plane Crash on ‘The Day Music Died’ in 1959

    Rock-n-roll lost some of its biggest stars more than 60 years ago when three of the genre’s greats crashed into an icy field north of Clear Lake. On Feb. 3, 1959, Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and J.P. “The Big Bopper” Richardson and pilot Roger Peterson tragically died after a Winter…

  • On This Day: Willie Nelson Settles Massive Long-Standing Debt with IRS in 1993

    On This Day: Willie Nelson Settles Massive Long-Standing Debt with IRS in 1993

    28 years ago to the day, country legend Willie Nelson famously settled his enormous outstanding debt with the Internal Revenue Service. On Feb. 2, 1993, the country icon came to an agreement with the IRS on how he’d pay his debts. In 1990, the federal agency initially hit Nelson with…