Friday, February 22, 2013

February 23 in Country Music History

In 1948, singer, songwriter, guitarist, and actor Thom Bresh was born in Hollywood, California.  As the son of Merle Travis, he has kept alive the great sounds of the guitar, and is one of the most talented guitarists in the world.


In 1957, the Wagonmaster, Porter Wagoner, joined the Grand Ole Opry.


In 1959, Johnny Cash went to Number One with "Don't Take Your Guns to Town".  This great single stayed at the top spot for six weeks. 

In 1974, Tammy Wynette began a two week run at the top of the charts with "Another Lonely Song". 

In 1980, "Years" was worth only a week at the top of the charts for Barbara Mandrell. 


In 1985, Mel McDaniel was at the top spot with "Baby's Got Her Blue Jeans On".

In 1991, former Cincinnati Bengal football player Mike Reid, a singer/songwriter, began a two week rn at the top of the charts with his biggest hit, "Walk On Faith".