Annie Zaleski

On Aug. 31, 1993, Brooks released his fifth studio album, 'In Pieces'.

On July 5, 2003, Cash gave his final public live performance, a 30-minute set at the Carter Family Fold in Hiltons, Va.

On June 30, 1993, Chesney signed his first record deal, with the newly opened country division of Capricorn Records.

On June 29, 1968, Wynette hit No. 1 on the U.S. country charts with "D-I-V-O-R-C-E."

On June 15, 1963, Owens landed his first No. 1 single: the song "Act Naturally."

Little did Turner know at the time that furthering his education would also change his personal life.

On June 13, 1989, Mary Chapin Carpenter released her second album, 'State of the Heart'.

On June 7, 2003, Chesney set a career milestone: He headlined his first stadium concert.

On June 7, 1969, 'The Johnny Cash Show' premiered on ABC.

Although 'Urban Cowboy' the movie was a modest hit upon its 1980 release, the 'Urban Cowboy' soundtrack was a much different, more successful story.

On June 6, 1980, 'Urban Cowboy' hit theaters.

On June 2, 2003, Jackson and Buffett teamed up to release the pint glasses-clinking ode "It's Five O'Clock Somewhere."

On May 31, 2013, Pope released "Wasting All These Tears," her debut country single.

On May 27, 2008, Darius Rucker released his debut country single, "Don't Think I Don't Think About It."

She was partnered with dance pro Derek Hough.

Country music fans need these 10 concept albums in their collections.

On May 19, 1979, the Bellamy Brothers earned their first country No. 1 hit with the song "If I Said You Have a Beautiful Body Would You Hold It Against Me."

Recipients are being "recognized for their achievements and influence in music, and for their enduring contributions to American and international culture."

On May 11, 1989, Morgan released her debut major-label album, 'Leave the Light On'.

Silverstein was known for his whimsical and twisted children's poetry, but he also was a prolific songwriter, especially for country artists.