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    • Apr 21, 1924
    Ira Louvin is born in Section, Alabama. Teamed with younger sibling Charlie, The Louvin Brothers become a strong influence on country harmonies after their start on the Grand Ole Opry in 1955, entering the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2001
    Jul 4, 1940
    The Louvin Brothers make their performing debut in Flatrock, Alabama
    Mar 27, 1947
    Ira Louvin has his first recording session, playing mandolin for Charlie Monroe & His Kentucky Partners at RCA's Chicago studios
    Aug 22, 1949
    After ending a recording contract with Apollo Records, The Louvin Brothers hold their first session for Decca at the Castle Studio in Nashville
    Feb 26, 1955
    The Louvin Brothers join the Grand Ole Opry
    Aug 18, 1963
    The Louvin Brothers make their last appearance as a duo, playing two shows in Watseka, Illinois, as an opening act for Ray Price
    Jun 20, 1965
    Ira Louvin and his wife, Anne, die in an automobile accident headed east on Interstate 70 in Callaway County, Missouri. His car is hit by another car headed west. Several open alcohol bottles are discovered in the westbound auto
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