August 3 in Takinthecountryback.com History

In 2004, Lacy Van Zant, considered to be "The Father Of Southern Rock", passed away in Jacksonville, Florida. He was the father of Ronnie Van Zant of Lynyrd Skynyrd, Donnie Van Zant of .38 Special, and Johnny Van Zant who fronts the current day Lynyrd Skynyrd, and both Donnie and Johnny perform as Van Zant, a 'country' act.

In 1999, steel guitarist Little Roy Wiggins died in Sevierville, Tennessee.

In 1996, Rhett Akins was at Number One with "Don't Get Me Started".

In 1991, Trisha Yearwood scored her first Number One with "She's In Love With The Boy". I don't think she is such a country act, but I know that she has one of the greatest voices.

In 1991, Johnny Lee debuted on the Grand Ole Opry. For more information on this real American country singer, click here:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johnny_Lee

In 1985, Alabama was still on a roll with "40 Hour Week (For A Livin')" as they continued their onslaught of the Number One position on the charts.

In 1974, Crash Craddock was at Number One with "Rub It In". I don't know if that is country either.....

In 1953, Randy Scruggs was born in Nashville, Tennessee.

In 1924, Gordon Stoker of the Jordanaires was born in Gleason, Tennessee.

In 1923, Dottie Dillard of the Anita Kerr Singers was born in Springfield, Missouri.