In 1949, J.P.Pennington, of Exile, was born in Berea, Kentucky. Not only did this group have a major pop hit in their heyday, but they were constant visitors to the top of the country charts. J.P. is regarded as one of the best writers in country music, having written songs that were hits for others as well as his own group, including Alabama, Janie Fricke, and Huey Lewis.
In 1949, "I Love You So Much It Hurts", by Jimmie Wakely, was amid a five week run at the top of the charts.
In 1952, Teddy Gentry, of Alabama, was born in Fort Payne, Alabama. Though most often though of as a bass player for the group, he was a talented singer and songwriter as well.
In 1975, Ezra Carter, husband of Maybelle, and father to the three Carter Sisters, Helen, Anita, and June, passed away in Davidson County, Tennessee.
In 1977, Conway Twitty was at Number One with "I Can't Believe She Gives It All To Me".
In 1983, EmmyLou Harris was at the top spot with "(Lost His Love) On Our Last Date".
In 1999, one of the best, if not THE best steel guitarists of all time passed away. Jimmy Day performed with almost all of the major acts that were of importance during his days.
In 2006, Janette Carter died in Kingsport, Tennessee. A second generation member of the Carter Family, we were fortunate in that we had met her at the Carter Fold the prior year.
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