In 1948 Roy Acuff was in Kingsport campaigning for Governor. He was hit by a grapefruit as unidentified assailants throw eggs and fruit at... Read More.
Jul 7, 1927
Charlie Louvin, of The Louvin Brothers, is born in Section, Alabama. Along with brother Ira, they mix gospel and country, landing on... Read More.
Jun 7, 1934
Wynn Stewart is born in Morrisville, Missouri. A West Coast singer who helps define the Bakersfield Sound, he writes Merle Haggard's "Sing... Read More.
May 7, 1931
Songwriter Jerry Chesnut is born in Loyall, Kentucky. Among his credits: Travis Tritt's "T-R-O-U-B-L-E," Del Reeves' "Looking At The World Through A... Read More.