March 21 in Country Music History

In 1936, Stan Hitchcock was born. If you don't know Stan from his days as a musician, author, or program director, you need to know about this guy who loves real country music like we do.


In 1942, Carol Lee Cooper, founder of the Carol Lee Singers was born. She is the daughter of Stoney and Wilma Lee Cooper.

In 1981, "Angel Flying Too Close To The Ground" went to Number One for Willie Nelson.

In 1987, Restless Heart was at Number One with "I'll Still Be Loving You". More pop than country, but a great song with great harmony, anyway.

In 1991, Leo Fender, maker of Telecaster and Stratocaster guitars, died at age 81.

In 1992, Alan Jackson was wishing that "Dallas" was in Tennessee, and it was the number one song on the charts.