Monday, December 24, 2012

December 25 in Country Music History

In 1908, Alton Delmore, of the Delmore Brothers, was born in Elkmont, Alabama.

In 1919, Curly Seckler, bluegrass musician and singer, was born in China Grove, North Carolina.  He was most famous for his time with the Yodeling Rangers, Charlie Monroe, and the Foggy Mountain Boys, followiing Lester Flatt as the leader of Nashville Grass.

In 1946, singer/songwriter/author/businessman Jimmy Buffett was born in Pascagoula, Mississippi.  He grew up in the nearby town of Fairhope, Alabama, and, aside from his musical career, is known for his contributions to the Redneck Riviera as an entrepreneur.

In 1948, Barbara Mandrell, Sweetheart of the Steel, was born in Houston, Texas.

In 1948, Eddy Arnold traded "A Heart Full of Love (For A Handful Of Kisses)" and a Number One record. 

In 1954, singer, songwriter, and musician Steve Wariner was born in Noblesville, Indiana.

In 1965, Buck Owens and the Buckaroos started two weeks at the top of the chart with their instrumental hit, "Buckaroo".

In 1976, EmmyLou Harris took the old Don Gipson standard, "Sweet Dreams", to Number One on the charts for a two week stay.

In 1982, John Anderson began a two week run at the top of the charts with "Wild and Blue".