In 1913, Lulu Belle, of Lulu Belle and Scotty, was born in Boone, North Carolina. The duo was known for their long presence on the National Barn Dance on WLS in Chicago, and for their performing and songwriting prowess.
In 1927, gospel singing great Jake Hess, most well remember for his Gaither Homecoming Series appearances, was born in Limestone County, Alabama. He was a major presence in both the Statesmen and the Masters V Southern gospel groups.
In 1929, Stoney Edwards was born in Seminole, Oklahoma. He was a very successful black recording artist who could sing stone cold country with the best of them. Find a copy of Hee Haw episode 5.17 for a real country treat.
In 1944, singer, songwriter, musician, producer, and music executive Mike Curb was born in Savannah, Georgia.
In 1966, "There Goes My Everything" became Jack Greene's first Number One record, and stayed at that position for seven seeks. It stayed on the charts for twenty three weeks.
In 1983, The Gatlin Brothers began a two week run at the top of the charts with "Houston (Means I'm One Day Closer To You)".
In 1988, Keith Whitley began a two week run at Number One with "When You Say Nothing At All".
