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Apr 29, 1943
Duane Allen is born in Taylortown, Texas. In 1966, he joins The Oak Ridge Boys, who successfully convert 11 years later from gospel music to country. Their version of "Elvira" sells 2 million copies, as they register more than 30 Top 10 hits through 1991, joining the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2015
Apr 29, 2018
Jason Aldean raises $30,000 for a cancer charity with a concert at Joe's Bar in Chicago. He opens with "Take A Little Ride," closes with "She's Country" and throws in a cover of "Pink Houses"
Apr 29, 2011
Garth Brooks sings "Friends In Low Places" at a Las Vegas wedding party for casino owner Steve Wynn. Also attending: Clint Eastwood, Sylvester Stallone, Steven Spielberg and Donald Trump
Apr 29, 2021
The Jacksonville Jaguars select Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence with the first pick in the NFL draft. Joining Lawrence at his draft party is Darius Rucker
Apr 29, 1986
The Country Music Hall Of Fame opens a new exhibit, "The Grand Ole Opry: The First 60 Years." Items on display include Minnie Pearl's first hat, Loretta Lynn's road atlas, and a pair of Reba McEntire's boots