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On July 9, 1983, Skaggs soared to the top of the charts with his single "Highway 40 Blues," from his No. 1 'Highways & Heartaches' album.

Whether you're a lifelong fan or a country music newbie, there's always something to learn and someone new to discover.

They have known the pain they sing about.

When did bluegrass and country music drift apart, and why do they remain separate genres?

What a showstopping duet!

The festival announces the 2019 Opry lineup, including Morgan Evans, Ashley Monroe, Ricky Skaggs, and more.

Tragedy can strike anyone, from a neighbor next door to family members to some of the biggest superstars in the world.

Taylor Swift had a really, really, really, really good day on this date in 2009, Trisha Yearwood was an American Girl in 1994, Ricky Skaggs had a heartache in 10982 and more.

Cheyenne Kimball left Gloriana on this date in 2011, Ricky Skaggs was singing the Blues in 1983, Johnny Cash started a 28 year partnership with Columbia Records and more.

Alan Jackson didn't take to the road on this date in 2004, he BECAME the road, Ricky Skaggs was singin the "Highway Blues" in 1983 and Johnny Cash signed a Twenty-Eight year contract in 1958. Here's the rundown for Today In Country Music History for 09 July, 2011.