Alabama released their sixth studio album which became their most successful album and becoming their second US Country #1. It won 1982’s Award for “Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals. Early LP pressings were mastered at a slower speed. Reissues made after have corrected this error.
On this day February 25, 1982
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This Day in Country Music
On this day February 25, 1982
Alabama released their sixth studio album which became their most successful album and becoming their second US Country #1. It won 1982's Award for "Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals. Early LP pressings were mastered at a slower...
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On this day February 25, 1992
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On this day February 24, 1958
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On this day February 18, 1952
Born on this day in Lakehurst, New Jersey, was Juice Newton pop and country singer, songwriter and guitarist. To date, Newton has received five Award nominations and scored the 1981 Country #1 single "The Sweetest Thing (I've Ever Known)."
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On this day February 18, 1954
George Jones released his debut single "No Money in This Deal" on Starday Records. The song became the first recording to be of a little over 900 that Jones would record during his 61-year career.
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On this day February 16, 1969
George Jones and Tammy Wynette married in Ringgold, Georgia, after telling others that their marriage was in August 1968. They quickly earnt the titles such as "The First Couple of Country Music," "Country's Sweethearts," and "The President and First L...
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