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Jan 20, 1889
Huddie Ledbetter is born near Mooringsport, Louisiana. Under the name Lead Belly, he becomes a major blues figure. His song "Goodnight Irene" becomes a country hit twice in 1950, for Moon Mullican, and for Ernest Tubb & Red Foley
Jan 22, 1889
The Columbia Phonograph Company is launched in Washington, D.C. Initially an office equipment company, it eventually becomes Columbia Records, with such country artists as Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Ray Price and Miranda Lambert
Jan 31, 1889
John "Lolly" Horton is born in Smith County, Texas. He will have five children, including future country star Johnny Horton
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