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This week in country music history covers a wild, telling stretch across October 13–19. We revisit the night Charlie Rich lit the CMA envelope , Tammy Wynette’s first #1 , and the birth of Melba Montgomery . We head into Nashville late nights with Loretta Lynn ’s recording, and into TV’s early country spotlight with Willie Nelson on Austin City Limits . We also honor Dallas Harms , whose Canadian...

Get ready to have a little fun with Jimmy on his brand new show South County Sessions! As always, he plays some of the Best Country In Texas, introduces some new music, takes a trip back in time with the Classic Country Rewind, gives you some Weird But True Country Music Stories, as well as a little Wisdom From Willie! Check it out! SouthCountySessions@gmail.com (832)510-4312

This week in country music history takes us from Johnny Cash’s prison roar to Garth Brooks’ shaky Opry debut , and everywhere in between. On October 6, 1969 , At San Quentin hit #1, cementing the Man in Black’s outlaw legend. Just a few years later, George Strait scored his very first chart-topping album, and in 1996, Tim McGraw and Faith Hill tied the knot to become country’s royal couple. Add in...

Step back through the years with us as we explore the biggest milestones in country music history from September 29th through October 5th . From the birth of Clarence Ashley in 1895 and the very first televised Grand Ole Opry in 1950, to Loretta Lynn’s fiery Don’t Come Home A’Drinkin’ (With Lovin’ on Your Mind) , Vince Gill’s 1990s award-show dominance, and the Grand Ole Opry’s 100th anniversary c...

We had such a great time with Paige Lewis at our final M.I.A. LIVE of the year! We had a few technical oopsies...as per usual. lol But we made it through and got to hear some GREAT music and stories from Paige! Be sure to visit her website for more information @ www.thePaige.com Special thanks to @ www. MarshallsTavernConroe.com for having us! Be sure to keep up with all things Texas Radio One on...

From the auto plants of Flint, Michigan to the neon glow of America’s honky-tonks, Whitey Morgan has carved his own lane in country music. In this 2 part story on Honky Tonk Tales , Jimmy takes you on a rowdy ride through Whitey’s blue-collar roots, his band The 78’s, the long nights and longer highways, and the albums ( Honky Tonks and Cheap Motels , Sonic Ranch , Hard Times and White Lines ) tha...

From the auto plants of Flint, Michigan to the neon glow of America’s honky-tonks, Whitey Morgan has carved his own lane in country music. In this 2 part story on Honky Tonk Tales , Jimmy takes you on a rowdy ride through Whitey’s blue-collar roots, his band The 78’s, the long nights and longer highways, and the albums ( Honky Tonks and Cheap Motels , Sonic Ranch , Hard Times and White Lines ) tha...

Step back in time with The Rock Pod as we uncover the biggest milestones in country music history from September 22nd through the 28th . From the launch of Farm Aid with Willie Nelson, John Mellencamp, and Neil Young, to Hank Williams’ final recording session, Garth Brooks’ CMA dominance, and Jeannie C. Riley shaking up small-town gossip with Harper Valley P.T.A. — this episode is packed with unfo...

M.I.A. LIVE! with Ben McPeak was recorded LIVE at Marshall's Tavern in Conroe, Texas on 08/14/2025 For more information how you can be a part of this live broadcast visit www. TexasRadioOne.com Special Thanks to Marshall's Tavern for hosting M.I.A. LIVE! #TexasRadioOne #MIA #MusicIdiotsAlcohol #TexasCountryMusic #CountryMusic #BenMcPeak #Podcast

In this Part 3 Episode of Honky Tonk Tales , Jimmy dives deep into the wild, controversial, and unbelievable life of David Allan Coe — the outlaw’s outlaw. From prison yards to biker bars, from Tennessee Whiskey to You Never Even Called Me By My Name , we cover the highs, the lows, and all the stories Nashville never wanted you to hear. Plenty of grit, laughs, and honky tonk history. Stream it now...

In this Part 2 Episode of Honky Tonk Tales , Jimmy dives deep into the wild, controversial, and unbelievable life of David Allan Coe — the outlaw’s outlaw. From prison yards to biker bars, from Tennessee Whiskey to You Never Even Called Me By My Name , we cover the highs, the lows, and all the stories Nashville never wanted you to hear. Plenty of grit, laughs, and honky tonk history. Stream it now...

In this Part 1 Episode of Honky Tonk Tales , Jimmy dives deep into the wild, controversial, and unbelievable life of David Allan Coe — the outlaw’s outlaw. From prison yards to biker bars, from Tennessee Whiskey to You Never Even Called Me By My Name , we cover the highs, the lows, and all the stories Nashville never wanted you to hear. Plenty of grit, laughs, and honky tonk history. Stream it now...

This week in Country Music History, we’re looking back at some of the most iconic moments between September 15th and September 21st . From the birth of legends like Roy Acuff, Hank Williams, and Trisha Yearwood, to the release of the first Bristol Sessions recordings, to Garth Brooks’ record-breaking chart debut, these stories shaped the sound of country music forever. Plus, we dig into one of the...

In this episode, Jimmy takes you down the gypsy highway with one of Texas music’s most colorful legends — Jerry Jeff Walker. From his restless beginnings as Ronnie Crosby in upstate New York, to the New Orleans drunk tank where Mr. Bojangles was born, to the rowdy Austin dancehalls that gave rise to ¡Viva Terlingua! — this is the story of a songwriter who lived as wild as the songs he sang. So gra...

From Patsy Cline’s unforgettable voice to Hank Williams’ career-changing audition, this week in country music is packed with history! We’re celebrating the birthdays of Patsy and legendary songwriter Harlan Howard, revisiting Carrie Underwood’s fast-rising hit “Cowboy Casanova,” and looking back at the day Hank Williams first auditioned for Fred Rose at Acuff-Rose Publishing. Join us for stories,...

Loretta Lynn’s story is country music at its rawest—full of grit, heartbreak, sass, and triumph. In this episode of Honky Tonk Tales , Jimmy takes you from her humble beginnings in Butcher Hollow, Kentucky, to her groundbreaking reign as the Queen of Country Grit. You’ll hear about her hardscrabble childhood as a coal miner’s daughter, her whirlwind teenage marriage, and the $17 Sears guitar that...

From Hank Williams recording "Moanin' The Blues" to the tragic passing of Dottie West, to the late great Charlie Robison's birthday on September 1st and Granger Smith, (aka Earl Dibbles Jr.) on September 4th. This week is packed full of memories from Country Music History! #CountryMusicHistory #TexasRadioOne #HonkyTonkTales #CountryMusic #Podcast

M.I.A. LIVE! with Chuck Allen Floyd was recorded LIVE at Marshall's Tavern in Conroe, Texas on 08/14/2025 For more information how you can be a part of this live broadcast visit www. TexasRadioOne.com Special Thanks to Marshall's Tavern for hosting M.I.A. LIVE! #TexasRadioOne #MIA #MusicIdiotsAlcohol #TexasCountryMusic #CountryMusic #ChuckAllenFloyd #Podcast #FloydLaw

From the Florida swamps of Apopka to the neon lights of Nashville, John Anderson carved out a career as one of the most distinctive voices in country music. In this episode of Honky Tonk Tales, Jimmy takes you on a journey through Anderson’s early days roofing the Grand Ole Opry, his first break with “I’m Just an Old Chunk of Coal,” the million-selling smash “Swingin’,” and the career-saving maste...

From Tex Ritter to Shania Twain, this week in country music has it all! We celebrate Jo Dee Messina’s birthday and her record-breaking run, remember Tex Ritter’s 1945 No. 1 hit, and mark the final broadcast of the legendary Louisiana Hayride. Plus, Hank Williams records “Moanin’ the Blues,” Shania blows out the candles, and Gentleman Jim Reeves is remembered. It’s a full week of milestones, memori...

M.I.A. LIVE! with Payton Riley was recorded LIVE at Marshall's Tavern in Conroe, Texas on 08/14/2025 For more information how you can be a part of this live broadcast visit www. TexasRadioOne.com Special Thanks to Marshall's Tavern for hosting M.I.A. LIVE! #TexasRadioOne #MIA #MusicIdiotsAlcohol #TexasCountryMusic #CountryMusic #BradJenschke #Podcast

M.I.A. LIVE! with Brad Jenschke was recorded LIVE at Marshall's Tavern in Conroe, Texas on 08/14/2025 For more information how you can be a part of this live broadcast visit www. TexasRadioOne.com Special Thanks to Marshall's Tavern for hosting M.I.A. LIVE! #TexasRadioOne #MIA #MusicIdiotsAlcohol #TexasCountryMusic #CountryMusic #BradJenschke #Podcast

In this episode, Jimmy takes you on a winding ride through the life and legend of Willie Nelson — from his humble beginnings in Abbott, Texas, to his reign as the red-braided outlaw poet of country music. Packed with wild backstories, behind-the-scenes tales, and the songs that changed the genre forever, this episode explores Willie’s rise as a songwriter, his Outlaw Country revolution, his Hollyw...

This Week in Country Music History – Aug 18–24: George Jones plays NYC, birthdays for Clay Walker, Lee Ann Womack, Kacey Musgraves, and Kenny Rogers, plus remembering Fred Rose — and the week Elvis recorded “Love Me Tender.” #CountryMusicHistory #TexasRadioOne #HonkyTonkTales #CountryMusic #Podcast

From the cotton fields of Colt, Arkansas to the velvet-draped stages of Nashville, Charlie Rich defied genres and expectations at every turn. In this in-depth episode, Jimmy dives into the life and legacy of the soulful piano man who blurred the lines between country, jazz, rockabilly, gospel, and blues. You’ll hear the story behind early hits like “Lonely Weekends,” his Sun Records years, his str...