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| 3/8/2010 |
Today in Country Music History
Today in 1972, the "Kiss An Angel Good Mornin'" single by Charley Pride was certified Gold.
Today in 1980, Willie Nelson's single "My Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys" topped the charts.
Today in 1982, the single "Elvira" by Oak Ridge Boys was certified Platinum.
Today in 1984, Ricky Skaggs and his wife, Sharon, welcomed their daughter Molly Kate into the world.
Today in 1991, Dolly Partons' "Eagle When She Flies" album was released.
Today in 1991, the "Love Can Build A Bridge" album by the Judds was certified Gold.
Today in 1993, the "Best Of Vince Gill" album was certified Gold.
Today in 1994, Suzy Bogguss' "Greatest Hits" album was released.
Today in 1996, Garth Brooks' self-titled debut album was certified for sales of seven-million copies. In addition, his single "The Beaches of Cheyenne" topped the charts.
Today in 2001, Faith Hill and Tim McGraw's "Soul 2 Soul" tour was named the Concert of the Year by "Playboy" magazine readers in the publication's annual Music Poll. The country couple also took Female and Male Country Vocalist honors, while Faith's album "Breathe" scored Country CD of the Year. The Dixie Chicks were dubbed Country Group of the Year.
Today in 2003, Emerson Drive's Pat Allingham married his longtime girlfriend, Krista Williamson.
Today in 2004, Kenny Chesney's DVD "Roadcase: The Movie" was screened at selected Regal Cinemas across the country on the night before it was released.
Today in 2005, Montgomery Gentry made a guest appearance on USA's "Nashville Star."
Today in 2005, Craig Morgan's album "My Kind of Livin'" and Deana Carter's CD "The Story of My Life" arrived in stores.
Today in 2005, The Kenny Chesney album "Be As You Are (Songs From An Old Blue Chair)" was certified Gold and Platinum simultaneously.
Today in 2006, Carrie Underwood and Rascal Flatts announced the nominees for the Academy of Country Music Awards at the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville. Brad Paisley was the top contender with six bids.
Today in 2007, Carrie Underwood performed "Wasted" on the "American Idol" results show, marking her second appearance on the program since winning the title two years earlier.
Today in 2009, the funeral for Barbara Mandrell's father Irby Mandrell, who had also served as her longtime manager, was held at Forest Lawn Funeral Home in Goodlettsville, Tennessee.< |
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