Sam Meyers Classic Country (2025)

18/09/2025

Today in Sam's Spotlight Single we honor Conway Twitty.

In 1973, Conway Twitty scored his 10th US Country #1 hit single with "You've Never Been This Far Before". It was Twitty's only song from the country chart to cross over onto the Top 40 of the Billboard Hot 100, where the single peaked at #22.

"You've Never Been This Far Before" is a song written and recorded by American country music artist Conway Twitty. It was released in July 1973 as the second single and title track from the album You've Never Been This Far Before. The song was controversial at the time of its release, with several radio stations banning it, due to what were considered by some to be overly sexual lyrics. The single stayed at number one for three weeks and spent a total of 16 weeks on the chart.

Provided to YouTube by Universal Music GroupYou've Never Been This Far Before · Conway TwittyThe #1 Hits Collection℗ 1973 UMG Recordings, Inc.Released on: 20...

17/09/2025

Today in Sam's Spotlight Single we celebrate Hank Williams.

In 1923, Hiram King "Hank" Williams is born in Mount Olive, Alabama. The American singer-songwriter and musician is regarded as one of the most important country music artists of all time. Williams recorded 55 singles (five released posthumously) that would place in the Top 10 of the Billboard Country & Western Best Sellers chart, including 11 that ranked #1. He is responsible for penning "I Saw The Light" and "Your Cheatin' Heart" among his classics before dying tragically at age 29. Williams is one of three inaugural inductees in the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1961. During his last years Williams's consumption of alcohol, morphine and painkillers severely compromised his professional life. Williams died aged 29 on January 1, 1953.

"Kaw-Liga" is a country music song written by Hank Williams and Fred Rose. The song was recorded during Williams' final recording session on September 23, 1952, at Castle Studio in Nashville, Tennessee. The single was released posthumously in January 1953 on the MGM Records label and it remained number one on the Billboard country chart for 14 weeks. The flipside, "Your Cheatin' Heart,” remained at number one on the country chart for six weeks.

Provided to YouTube by Universal Music GroupKaw-Liga · Hank WilliamsMemorial Album℗ 1953 UMG Recordings, Inc.Released on: 1953-03-01Composer Lyricist, Produc...

16/09/2025

Today in Sam's Spotlight Single we celebrate David Bellamy.

In 1950, David Bellamy is born in Darby, Florida. With sibling Howard, he forms The Bellamy Brothers, developing a mix of hits built on wordplay or social commentary. They net 17 Country Music Association nominations for duo or group but never win. The duo had success in the 1970s and 1980s, starting with the release of their crossover hit "Let Your Love Flow" in 1976, a #1 single on the Billboard Hot 100. Starting in the late 1970s, the Bellamy Brothers found success in country music as well, charting twenty #1 singles.

"For All the Wrong Reasons" is a song written by David Bellamy, and recorded by American country music duo The Bellamy Brothers. It was released in February 1982 as the first single from the album When We Were Boys. The song was The Bellamy Brothers fifth number one on the country chart. The single went to number one for one week and spent a total of twelve weeks on the country chart.

Provided to YouTube by Curb RecordsFor All The Wrong Reasons · The Bellamy BrothersWhen We Were Boys℗ 2015 Curb Records, Inc.Released on: 1982-01-01Producer:...

15/09/2025

Today in Sam's Spotlight Single we celebrate Roy Acuff.

In 1903, Roy Acuff is born in Maynardville, Tennessee. Proclaimed the King of Country Music, he becomes synonymous with the Grand Ole Opry following his 1938 debut. In1962, he becomes the first living inductee in the Country Music Hall of Fame. Acuff is often credited with moving the genre from its early string band and "hoedown" format to the star singer-based format that helped make it internationally successful. He died in Nashville on November 23, 1992 of congestive heart failure.

“Will the Circle Be Unbroken” is a classic song from his “Best of Roy Acuff” album.

Provided to YouTube by Curb RecordsWill The Circle Be Unbroken · Roy AcuffBest Of Roy Acuff℗ Curb Records, Inc.Released on: 1991-04-01Artist: Roy AcuffAuto-g...

13/09/2025

Make to tune in tonight to My Classic Country Saturday Night with Roger Allen when he spotlights George Jones.

Today in Sam's Spotlight Single we celebrate George Jones.

In 2011, the Grand Ole Opry marks George Jones' 80th birthday with an all-star cast covering his songs, including Alan Jackson, Lee Ann Womack, Jamey Johnson, Joe Diffie, and The Oak Ridge Boys. It's the last time the Possum appears on the Opry stage.

"White Lightning" is a song written by J. P. Richardson, best known by his stage name, the Big Bopper. After recording the song himself in 1958, it was recorded by American country music artist George Jones and released as a single in February 1959. On April 13, 1959, Jones' version was the first number-one single of his career.

Provided to YouTube by EpicWhite Lightnin' · George JonesSuper Hits℗ 1977 Sony Music Entertainment Inc.Released on: 1987-01-01Associated Performer: George Jo...

12/09/2025

Tune in tomorrow night when Roger will spotlight George Jones on My Classic Country Saturday Night with Roger Allen.

Today in Sam's Spotlight Single we celebrate George Jones.

In 1931, George Jones is born in Saratoga, Texas. Jones has scored more than 150 hits during his career, both as a solo artist and in duets with other artists. Jones, who married Tammy Wynette in 1969, has had 15 US #1 country hits. He is celebrated by some of his fans as the hard-drinkin', fast-livin' spiritual-son of his idol, Hank Williams. Jones missed so many engagements that he gained the nickname of "No-Show Jones." Widely regarded as one of the most gifted singers in country music history, he gains hits in five different decades, despite a lengthy battle with chemicals. He enters the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1992. Jones died on April 26, 2013 at the age of 81.

"The Door" is a song written by Billy Sherrill and Norro Wilson, and recorded by American country music artist George Jones. It was released in October 1974 as the first single from the album The Best of George Jones. "The Door" was George Jones' sixth number one on the country chart as a solo artist. The single stayed a single week at number one and would spend a total of ten weeks on the country chart.

George Jones - The Door

11/09/2025

Before we get into today's musical history, I ask you to remember all of those that lost their lives on the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Also, please remember all of the lives lost protecting us since that horrific day.

Today in Sam's Spotlight Single we honor Alan Jackson.

In 2011, Alan Jackson sings "Where Were You (When The World Stopped Turning)" during a 9/11 memorial event at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.

"Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning)" is a song written and recorded by American country music singer Alan Jackson. It was the lead single from his tenth studio album, Drive (2002), released on Arista Nashville. The song's lyrics center on reactions to the September 11 attacks in the United States, written in the form of questions. Jackson desired to write a song capturing the emotions surrounding the attacks, but found it difficult to do so.

The song was released that month as a single and topped the Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart for five weeks; in addition, it reached number 28 on Billboard's all-genre Hot 100 chart. The song won multiple awards at the Academy of Country Music and Country Music Association Awards, including Song of the Year, and also earned Jackson his first Grammy Award for Best Country Song.

Alan Jackson’s performance of "Where Were You" (When The World Stopped Turning) live from CMA Awards 2001.Listen to Alan Jackson’s latest album “Where Have Y...

10/09/2025

Today in Sam's Spotlight Single we celebrate Tommy Overstreet.

In 1937, Tommy Overstreet is born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. An office manager for Dot Records in the late-1960s, he puts together 10 consistent Top 10 hits for the label from 1971-1975, including "Gwen (Congratulations)" and "I'm A Believer". Often known simply as "T.O." His highest charting hit was 1972's "Ann (Don't Go Runnin')," which went to #2. He died on Nov 2, 2015.

"Ann (Don't Go Runnin')" is a single by American country artist Tommy Overstreet. Released in December 1971, it was the first single from his album This Is Tommy Overstreet. The song peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart, his highest-charting single on the chart. It also reached No. 1 on the RPM Country Tracks chart in Canada, and was his only chart-topper there.

Provided to YouTube by Gusto RecordsAnn (Don't Go Runnin') · Tommy OverstreetGreatest Hits℗ 2005 Gusto Records IncReleased on: 2009-07-03Main Artist: Tommy O...

09/09/2025

Today in Sam's Spotlight Single we honor Keith Whitley.

In 1989, the late Keith Whitley is featured at #1 on the Billboard country singles chart with "I Wonder Do You Think Of Me."

"I Wonder Do You Think of Me" is a song written by Sanger D. Shafer, and recorded by American country music artist Keith Whitley. It was posthumously released in June 1989 as the first single and title track from the album I Wonder Do You Think of Me. The song was Whitley's fourth number one on the country chart. The single went to number one for one week and spent a total of fourteen weeks on the country chart.

Provided to YouTube by RCA/LegacyI Wonder Do You Think of Me · Keith WhitleyI Wonder Do You Think of Me℗ 1989 Sony Music EntertainmentReleased on: 1989-07-01...

08/09/2025

Today in Sam's Spotlight Single we celebrate Patsy Cline.

In 1932, Virginia Hensley is born in Wi******er, Virginia. As Patsy Cline, she becomes one of country's definitive female vocalists. Her hits began in 1957 with Donn Hecht's and Alan Block's "Walkin' After Midnight", Hank Cochran's and Harlan Howard's "I Fall to Pieces", Hank Cochran's "She's Got You", Willie Nelson's "Crazy" and ended in 1963 with Don Gibson's "Sweet Dreams". She died aged 30 on March 5, 1963 at the height of her career in a private plane crash. She was one of the most influential, successful and acclaimed female vocalists of the 20th century. Ten years after her death, in 1973, she became the first female solo artist inducted to the Country Music Hall of Fame.

"Walkin' After Midnight" is a song written by Alan Block and Don Hecht and recorded by American country music artist Patsy Cline. The song was originally given to pop singer Kay Starr, but her label rejected it. The song was left unused until Hecht rediscovered it when writing for Four Star Records. Originally, Cline was not fond of "Walkin' After Midnight", but after making a compromise with her label, she recorded it.

In January 1957, Cline performed the song on an episode of the CBS television program Arthur Godfrey's Talent Scouts. It garnered a strong response from viewers, so was rush-released as a single on February 11, 1957. "Walkin' After Midnight" became Cline's first major hit single, reaching number two on the Billboard country music chart and number 12 on its pop chart. Although the song was her only hit until 1961, the single version sold over one million copies and is often included on authoritative lists of the all-time greatest songs in country music.

a tribute to the wonderful legend.

07/09/2025

Today in Sam's Spotlight Single we honor Hank Williams.

In 1949, "Lovesick Blues" by Hank Williams with His Drifting Cowboys was at #1 on the US singles chart. The song first appeared in the 1922 musical Oh, Ernest and was recorded by Emmet Miller in 1928 and later by country music singer Rex Griffin.

MGM Records released "Lovesick Blues" in February 1949, and it became an overnight success, quickly reaching number one on Billboard's Top Country & Western singles chart and number 24 on the Most Played in Jukeboxes list. After a 42 week run, 16 of those weeks at number 1, the publication named it the top country and western record of the year, while Cashbox named it "Best Hillbilly Record of the Year". It was the biggest hit of Hank Williams' career.

Provided to YouTube by ZYX MusicLovesick Blues · Hank WilliamsHank Williams℗ ZYX MusicReleased on: 2010-01-29Auto-generated by YouTube.

06/09/2025

Today in Sam's Spotlight Single we celebrate Mel McDaniel.

In 1942, Mel McDaniel is born in Checotah, Oklahoma. He develops a series of rowdy, good ol' boy successes in the 1980s, including "Louisiana Saturday Night", "Big Ole Brew", "Stand Up", and the #1 "Baby's Got Her Blue Jeans On." McDaniel became a member of the Grand Ole Opry on January 11, 1986. He died on March 31, 2011.

"Louisiana Saturday Night" is a song written by Bob McDill and recorded by American country music artist Mel McDaniel. It was released in March 1981 as the third single from McDaniel's 1980 album, I'm Countryfied. The song was originally sung by Don Williams on his 1977 album Country Boy. The song is often mistakenly attributed to popular country music bands Alabama and the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band. Adding to the confusion, Tom T. Hall wrote an earlier, unrelated song by the same name. Hall's "Louisiana Saturday Night" was recorded by Mamou, Louisiana's Jimmy C. Newman in 1967.

Speaking of Saturday Nights, make sure to tune in tonight for My Classic Country Saturday Night with Roger Allen!!

Provided to YouTube by Universal Music GroupLouisiana Saturday Night · Mel McDanielGreatest Hits℗ 1980 Capitol Records NashvilleReleased on: 2003-01-01Compos...

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