In 1879, Uncle Dave Macon was born in Smartt Station, Tennessee. The Dixie Dewdrop was a singer, songwriter, banjo player, and comedian known for his grey whiskers, gold teeth, plug hat, and his clothing style, who was one of the first superstars of the Grand Ole Opry. He was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1966.
In 1930, Jim Halsey was born in Independence, Kansas. His music career was defined by his management of George Strait.
In 1931, Gordon Terry was born in Decatur, Alabama. He was first known as a country western and bluegrass fiddler and guitarist, but later in life became known as one of the founders of ROPE.
In 1932, Buddy Lee, known as one of the best in the talent booking industry, was born in Brooklyn, New York. In the nineties, his Buddy Lee Attractions was one of my favorite telephone calls to make, because those people were good at booking entertainment, both for those looking for entertainers, and entertainers who were looking for gigs.
In 1940, Bill Monroe cut "Mule Skinner Blues" in his first recording session for RCA.
In 1949, Kieran Kane, of the O'Kanes, was born in Queens, New York.
In 1963, Dale Watson, singer, songwriter, and guitarist, was born in Birmingham, Alabama. He is one of the few recording artists today that is worth the price of admission.
In 1967, Eddy Arnold was atop the charts with "Turn The World Around".
In 1978, Merle Haggard and Leona Williams were married, with Bonnie Owens, who was Hag's second wife, being matron of honor.
In 1989, Steve Wariner was atop the charts with "I Got Dreams".
In 1997, Johnny Darrell succumbed to the effects of diabetes in Kennesaw, Georgia. He had a successful recording career after being discovered by Bobby Bare.
