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This Day In Country Music History – May 25

Jude Walker — Sat, 25 May 2013 21:00:40 +0000

We are getting close to Acadiana’s Largest Cocktail Party, aka, Classic Country Saturday Night. It’s where we go back and play some of the greatest music ever recorded. [button href="http://973thedawg.com" title="Request Your Favorite Song" align="center"] The show gets kicked off at 6pm and we won’t stop that party till midnight (maybe, ) To get you [...]

This Day in Country Music History – May 11

Jude Walker — Sat, 11 May 2013 19:00:12 +0000

As we all get readied up for this evening's Classic Country Saturday Night show, let us look back in country music history. Here are some of the events that happened on this day along with some of our country stars who were born on May 11.

Today In Country Music History: The First Grammys Awarded

Ian Auzenne — Sat, 04 May 2013 18:19:09 +0000

The Grammy Awards are the pinnacle of success for musicians, songwriters, and producers. On this date in 1959, the first Grammy Awards ceremony was held. Unlike today's awards programs, only a handful awards were given. In fact, only 28 awards were presented (compar

This Day In Country Music With George Jones [Video]

Terryn Wirtz — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 23:00:17 +0000

What was good ole George Jones up to on this day in country music history?!

This Day In Country Music History – A Legend Is Born, A Legend Dies [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 22:30:21 +0000

On this day in country music history we celebrate two legends. We celebrate the birth of Merle Haggard. We respectfully recognize the passing of Tammy Wynette.

This Date In Country Music History – February 16

Jude Walker — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 20:05:32 +0000

As we get you ready for tonight’s edition of the Classic Country Saturday Night Show, let’s take a look back into country music history. Here are some of the big events that happened on this date, February 16: 2010 – Miranda Lambert earns a gold album for “Revolution” 2007 – Big & Rich and John [...]

Happy 50th Birthday Travis Tritt and Other Events on This Day In Country Music History – February 9

Jude Walker — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 22:23:21 +0000

As we get ready for Classic Country Saturday Night with Chris Logan, we thought we would help get you in the mood with a little history. Here are some of the notable events that happened on this day in country music history, courtesy of CMT.com. 2011 – Taylor Swift kicks off an international tour with [...]

Today In Country Music History: George Strait's First #1 Hit, Howard Bellamy Birthday and More

Jude Walker — Sat, 02 Feb 2013 11:00:16 +0000

As we get ready for Classic Country Saturday Night tonight with Chris Logan, it’s always fun to take a look back at some of the big events and achievements in country music history. So here you go, Today in Country Music History: 2011 – Zac and Shelly Brown have a daughter, Joni Mason Brown, at [...]