20 – 96.3 The Possum

Country Music History – August 20

Tuesday, August 20

AUGUST 20 1923: Jim Reeves WAs born in Panola County, TX. Combining a warm tone with perfectionist phrasing, he became one of country... Read More.

Saturday, July 20

JULY 20 1918: Songwriter Cindy Walker is born in Mart, TX. She landed a spot in the Country Music Hall of Fame by... Read More.

Thursday, June 20

JUNE 20 1907: Jimmy Driftwood was born, with the given name James Morris, near Mountain View, AR. Briefly a member of the Grand... Read More.

Monday, May 20

MAY 20 1933: Jimmie Rodgers recorded "Old Pal Of My Heart" and "The Yodeling Ranger" at the Victor Studios... Read More.