Country Music Memories: Roy Acuff Earns Kennedy Center Honor
On Dec. 8, 1991, Acuff received a prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the Kennedy Center Honors ceremony in Washington, DC, becoming the first country artist to achieve the honor.
Anniversaries
Country Music Memories: Kristofferson's 'A Star Is Born' Opens
On Dec. 8, 1976, a remake of 'A Star Is Born' opened in theaters, starring Kris Kristofferson and Barbra Streisand.
Country Music Memories: Flatt and Scruggs Make Their Opry Debut
Dec, 8, 1945, was an historic day for country music.
Country Music Memories: Four Country Icons Record 'Highwayman'
Talk about an anniversary to remember!
Country Music Memories: 'Nothing on But the Radio' Goes to No. 1
On Dec. 4, 2004, Allan notched his third No. 1 single, "Nothing on But the Radio."
Country Music Memories: The Judds Play Their Final Show
Dec. 4, 1991, was a sad day for the Judds.
Miss Tess, 'If You Don't Know How to Love Me' [Premiere]
"This song speaks to the struggles we go through to compromise and make things work with a partner, while all along questioning the confidence of the relationship ..."
Country Music Memories: Elvis' ''68 Comeback Special' Airs
On Dec. 3, 1968, Presley made his triumphant return to the stage with an NBC TV special presented by the Singer sewing company.
Country Music Memories: 'It's Just a Matter of Time' Hits No. 1
On Dec. 2, 1989, Travis had a good reason to celebrate.
Country Music Memories: Martina McBride Joins the Grand Ole Opry
On Nov. 30, 1995, McBride became an official member of the Grand Ole Opry.