In 1931, record business mogul Shelby Singleton was born in Waskom, Texas, just over the state line from Shreveport, Louisiana. He eventually bought Sun Records from Sam Phillips, and his associations with hit records are many, including "Walk On By", "Ahab The Arab", and "Wooden Heart".
In 1937, Jim Glaser was born in Spalding, Nebraska. He had a great career as a member of the Glaser Brothers, with brothers Tompall and Chuck, and then had a good career as a solo act. I believe his "Man In The Mirror" album is one of the best from ANY genre.
In 1963, Jeff Carson was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma. His biggest hits, in order, were "Not On Your Love", "The Car", and "Holdin' Onto Somethin'".
In 1978, Kenny Rogers built on his "superstar" rating by starting a three week run at the top of the charts with "The Gambler".
In 1989, Shenandoah held the top spot on the chart with "Two Dozen Roses".
In 1997, Nicolette Larson, country AND pop singer, passed away from the effects of liver failure, probably caused by her addiction to Valium and Tylenol PM.
In 2004, Martha Carson, gospel/country singer, passed away in Nashville, Tennessee.
