Happy birthday to this “heavy hitter” (songwriter)

Wednesday, April 11 – Happy Birthday, Jim Lauderdale. Born on this date in 1957 in Troutman, North Carolina. His songs…

His house burnt down in 2007

April 10 – On this date in 2007, the former home of Johnny Cash burnt to the ground in Hendersonville.…

She’s Got You was a hit for this artist too, back in the day!

Monday, April 9 #1 on this date in 1962 Patsy Cline, “She’s Got You.” The song was also a hit…

A lot happened back in the day on April 8th

1960…Born on this day in New York, was John Schneider III, actor and singer best known for his portrayal of…

Randy Travis hits #1 4 weeks in a row in 1990

On this day in 1990 Randy Travis’ “Hard Rock Bottom Of Your Heart” broke the four-week barrier, on the US…

He was born and died on April 6th

Friday, April 6: The great Merle Haggard was born on this day in 1937 and died on this day in…

The Ragged, Old Flag by Johnny Cash was released 1974

Thursday, April 5. On this date in 1974: Johnny Cash released Ragged Old Flag, his 46th album. This video for…

This day 1995 was a big day for The Highwaymen

Wednesday, April 4, 1995, The Road Goes on Forever by The Highwaymen was released, featuring Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Kris…

Hank Jr. #1 with Texas Woman in April 3rd 1981

This date in 1981, the #1 country song was “Texas Woman,” by Hank Williams Jr. was at #1 on the…

WATCH: Garth Tearfully Welcomes Ricky Skaggs into the Hall of Fame

Even this Outlaw had a little feel inside for this moment. Sorry Garth haters…