Tuesday, March 26, 2013

March 29 in Country Music History

In 1909, Moon Mullican was born in Texas.

In 1920, steel guitarist Jerry Byrd was born.


In 1952, Carl Smith went to Number One with (When You Feel Like You're In Love) Don't Just Stand There).  This song was at the top for eight weeks. 

In 1963, Texas Ruby of Curly Fox and Texas Ruby passed away in a trailer fire. 

In 1969, Buck Owens went to Number One with "Who's Gonna Mow Your Grass".  It kept that spot for two weeks. 

In 1969, Brady Seals, singer and songwriter, and also talented keyboard artist, was born in Hamilton, Ohio.  He is best known for his time as frontman for Little Texas.

In 1975, Dolly Parton was at the top of the charts with "The Bargain Store".   


In 1980, Conway Twitty went to Number One with "I'd Love To Lay You Down".

In 1986, Lee Greenwood was atop the charts with "Don't Underestimate My Love For You".

In 1997, Reba McEntire was atop the charts with "How Was I To Know".