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May 9, 1989
Keith Whitley dies from alcohol poisoning at his home in Nashville. The rich-voiced husband of Lorrie Morgan was on a career upswing behind the singles "Don't Close Your Eyes," "When You Say Nothing At All" and "I'm No Stranger To The Rain"
May 9, 1983
Willie Nelson is a double-winner, claiming Single Record of the Year, for "Always On My Mind," and Album of the Year for an LP of the same name during the 18th annual Academy Of Country Music awards, telecast on NBC from Knott's Berry Farm in Buena Park, California
May 9, 1981
Glen Campbell performs "Rhinestone Cowboy" during TV's "Solid Gold." The installment also welcomes Lionel Richie, Chuck Berry and Dr. Hook
May 9, 2024
Mercury/Republic/Big Loud releases Post Malone's "I Had Some Help," featuring Morgan Wallen, to radio
May 9, 2011
Thompson Square collects a platinum single from the RIAA for "Are You Gonna Kiss Me Or Not"