April Thirteenth

April Thirteenth

Author: Andrew Michael April 14, 2019 Duration: 2:04

George Jones earns his first Number One single as a performer, Roger Miller cleans up at the Grammys, the tape rolls while Charlie Rich rolls with the flow, and Johnny Cash's middle finger goes to court.  Also happy birthday to singer-songwriter Aaron Lewis!  That and more in today's podcast.  Subscribe on iTunes, Spotify or Google Play.  We're @TICMHpodcast on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! 


Ever wonder what legendary recording session took place on your birthday, or which chart-topping country single first hit the airwaves on an ordinary Tuesday decades ago? Each day, host Andrew Michael digs into the archives to uncover the stories behind the songs and the artists who shaped a genre. Today In Country Music History is a daily dose of nostalgia and discovery, moving beyond just names and dates to explore the moments that resonated. You might hear about the unexpected collaboration that sparked a classic, the behind-the-scenes drama at a historic studio, or the personal anecdote from a star's life that forever changed their music. Andrew's delivery feels like a conversation with a knowledgeable friend who loves sharing these gems, making the past feel present and personal. This isn't just a list of facts; it's a celebration of the rich tapestry of country music, one day at a time. Tune in to this podcast for a brief, engaging escape that connects the calendar to the culture of country, reminding you that every day has a soundtrack worth remembering.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 91

Today In Country Music History
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September Fourth [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:28
Belmont College opens, George Jones gets married, Jerry Lee Lewis files for divorce, MCA Records drops George Strait's first album, Dottie West passes away, Kelly Clarkson wins "American Idol" and Faith Hill helps Hurric…
August Thirty-First [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:20
Hank Williams records "Moanin' The Blues," Johnny Cash records a Spanish version of "Ring Of Fire" (Anillo De Feugo), Gene Autry starts building a stadium for his baseball team, Merle Haggard's "Mama Tried" reaches Numbe…
August Thirtieth [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:31
Roy Acuff starts his Tennessee gubernatorial campaign, Sam Phillips releases his first single as a record label, two years before he founded Sun Records, Buck Owens lays down some tracks for Capitol, Johnny Cash gets div…
August Twenty-Ninth [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:29
Bob Wills offers Al Strickland a job, Carl Perkins wrecks his Caddy, Jim Reeves starts a run at number one from beyond the grave, three nitwits plot to steal Elvis, Johnny Rodriguez has a really rough night, and Miranda…
August Twenty-Eighth [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:14
On this date in country music history...Gene Autry records a holiday classic, Tammy Wynette writes and records her signature song, Elvis Presley takes the stage with a gun in each boot, Johnny Cash wins a VMA, and happy…
August Twenty-Seventh [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:26
The last broadcast of the Louisiana Hayride, Elvis hosts the Beatles, the IRS wants a check from Johnny Paycheck, "Old 8 X 10" reaches Number One, and happy birthday to Jeff Cook of Alabama, and singer-songwriter Jeffrey…
August Twenty-First [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:33
George Jones starts a seven-week run at Number One, Patsy Cline records "Crazy" and Spade Cooley gets convicted of first-degree murder, all on the exact same day! Dolly Parton gets the key to a big city, John Denver gets…
August Twentieth [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:23
Slim Whitman makes his national radio debut, David Allan Coe records "the perfect country and western song," the IRS sues Johnny Paycheck for back taxes, and we celebrate a whole bunch of birthdays! Be sure to subscribe…
August Ninth [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:13
More than a year after Audrey and Hank Williams's divorce is finalized, a judge reverses the decision, 11 weeks after Hank Williams Jr. is born. Johnny Horton records his final song, Freddy Fender's signature tops the ch…
July Eleventh [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:10
Jimmie Rodgers records an iconic song, Johnny Rodriguez records a classic Lefty tune, Dolly Parton's second movie debuts, two more gold records for Merle Haggard, Carrie Underwood sings an all-star performance, and happy…