In 1928, the artist that we know as C.W. McCall was born in Audubon, Iowa. He is best known for his cb era trucking hit, "Convoy".
In 1969, Merle Haggard began a four week run at the top of the charts with his signature song, "Okie From Muscogee".
In 1975, Waylon Jennings went to the top of the charts with "Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way".
In 1977, Albert Brumley, one of the best of all the gospel songwriters, passed away. He wrote standards such as "I'll Fly Away" and "Turn Your Radio On".
In 1980, Anne Murray was atop the charts with "Could I Have This Dance".
In 1986, Restless Heart was at Number One on the charts with "That Rock Won't Roll".
In 1997, Deanna Carter was at Number One on the charts wondering "How Do I Get There".
In 2003, steel guitar legend and producer Speedy West passed away.
