July 15 in Takinthecountryback.com History

In 2003, George Strait released his "Honkytonkville" album. King George has had some great albums, and this is surely one of them. "Tell me something bad about Tulsa......."

In 1998, Hal Sothern passed away from the effects of diabetes. He and Eddie Dean co-wrote "I Dreamed of A Hillbilly Heaven".

In 1989, Eddie Raven was at the top of the charts with "In A Letter To You".

In 1986, Columbia released Johnny Cash from his recording contract. And they wonder why nobody is loyal to them today.

In 1972, Buck Owens scored another Number One with "Made In Japan".

In 1957, songwriter Mac McAnally was born in Red Bay, Alabama. He is also a singer, recording artist, session musician, and a producer.

In 1950, "Mississippi" by Red Foley went to the top of the charts.

In 1946, Linda Ronstadt was born in Tuscon, Arizona.

In 1944, Rod Brasfield debuted on the Grand Ole Opry.

In 1913, Cowboy (Lloyd Estel) Copas was born near Muscogee, Oklahoma.

In 1881, William Bonney aka Billy The Kid was shot to death by lawman Pat Garrett. Bonney is probably best known for his role in the Lincoln County War.