Country Music History – November 17
NOVEMBER 17
1937: Guitarist Gerry McGee was born in Eunice, LA. Following a stint with the '60s instrumental group The Ventures, he appears...
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Country Music History – October 17
OCTOBER 17
1919: The Radio Corporation of America is formed. RCA became one of the most-storied labels in country's history, representing such acts...
Country Music History – September 17
SEPTEMBER 17
1923: Hank Williams was born in Mount Olive, AL. He became country music's most influential singer/songwriter, while establishing a tragic legacy...
Country Music History – August 17
AUGUST 17
1896: Gold was discovered in Alaska, setting off the Klondike gold rush. It provides a backdrop for Lefty Frizzell's deceitful 1964...
Country Music History – July 17
JULY 17
1918: Red Sovine was born in Charleston, WV. A Grand Ole Opry member beginning in 1954, he specialized in recitations, hitting...
Country Music History – June 17
JUNE 17
1910: Red Foley was born in Blue Lick, KY. Following his sentimental hit about his dog, "Old Shep," he...
Country Music History – May 17
1967: Glen Campbell recorded "Gentle On My Mind," written by John Hartford and arranged by Leon Russell, at the Capitol...
