15 Years Ago: Jo Dee Messina Runs the Boston Marathon
On April 17, 2006, Messina ran the Boston Marathon ... and completed the race, even after injuring her knee.
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52 Years Ago: Bob Dylan Releases ‘Nashville Skyline’
On April 9, 1969, Dylan released his ninth studio album, 'Nashville Skyline'.
30 Years Ago: Patty Loveless Earns First Gold Album With ‘Honky Tonk Angel’
On April 9, 1991, Loveless received her first gold album, for her 1988 'Honky Tonk Angel' record.
How Roger Miller Legitimized Country Music and Set a Grammy Awards Bar With 11 Wins in Two…
Roger Miller won 11 Grammy Awards in a mere two years (1965 and 1966), off the strength of his critical and commercial hits “Dang Me” and “King of the Road.”
Country Music’s 30 Most Powerful Women of All Time
Great female country singers become icons with just a single name.
17 Years Ago: Gretchen Wilson Releases ‘Redneck Woman’
On March 5, 2004, Wilson released her debut single, "Redneck Woman," to radio.
22 Years Ago: Brad Paisley’s Debut Single Is Released
On Feb. 22, 1999, Paisley released his debut single.
47 Years Ago: Dolly Parton, Porter Wagoner End Their Musical Partnership
On Feb. 19, 1974, Parton announced her split from Wagoner, after more than seven years of performing together.
34 Years Ago: Willie Nelson’s ‘Red Headed Stranger’ Film Premieres
On Feb. 19, 1987, Nelson's movie 'Red Headed Stranger' premiered in Austin, Texas.