Friday, October 19, 2012

October 22 in Country Music History

In 1955, depending on the reporting agency, Webb Pierce and Eddy Arnold were both at the top of the charts with their hits, "Love Love Love", and "That Do Make It Nice", respectively.

In 1966, Buck Owens was atop the charts with "Open Up Your Heart".

In 1977, "Heaven's Just A Sin Away", by the Kendalls, was in the middle of a four week run at the top of the charts.

In 1983, supergroup Alabama was at the top of the charts with "Lady Down On Love", one of their best ballads.

In 1988, Tanya Tucker went to the top of the charts with "Strong Enough To Bend".