In 1898, Harry Stone was born in Jacksonville, Florida. He was one of the most important figures in the history of WSM and The Grand Ole Opry, having been a major player in the establishing of both of these as national icons, one in radio, the other as a radio show.
In 1939, Razzy Bailey was born in Huguley, Alabama, or Five Points, Alabama, depending upon your source of information. He is a singer, songwriter and guitarist who has charted thirty one times. In the late seventies and early eighties, he was a mainstay at the top of the charts, having five Number One hits, and eight more Top Tens, as well. His Number Ones include "She Left Love All Over Me", "Friends", "Midnight Hauler", "Loving Up A Storm", and "I Keep Coming Back".
In 1970, Sonny James began a four week run at the top of the charts with his monster hit, "It's Just A Matter Of Time".
In 1981, Charlie McClain was atop the charts with "Who's Cheatin' Who".
In 1987, Ronnie Milsap was on top of the country countdown with "How Do I Turn You On".
In 1987, banjo player Wendy Holcombe passed away in Alabaster, Alabama from the effects of an enlarged heart. She made a real mark on music in her twenty three years on earth, as she was an exceptional entertainer who starred on many country shows, including the Midnight Jamboree and the Grand Ole Opry.
