Honky Tonk Tales

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Blending humor, history, and heart, Honky Tonk Tales brings you behind the curtain of the honky tonk world every Wednesday—where rhinestones shine, guitars twang, and every song has a story. Whether you're a lifelong country fan or just getting your boots dusty, this show delivers a storytelling experience as real and raw as the music itself. So...take a few minutes and give it a listen! #CountryMusic #HonkyTonkTales #CountryMusicLegends #Podcast #CountryMusicHistory

  1. This Week In Country Music History 11/03-11/09

    03/11/2025

    This Week In Country Music History 11/03-11/09

    Take a journey through country music’s past in this week’s episode of This Week in Country Music History (November 3 – 9). We spotlight the 1962 renaming of Billboard’s country singles chart, remember Johnny Horton’s tragic passing, celebrate Stonewall Jackson’s half-century Opry milestone, and acknowledge key birthdays including Chris Lane and Grand Ole Opry pioneer George D. Hay. Dive into the stories behind the songs and the legacy behind the legends — because the history of country is the heart of its future. TexasRadioOne.com #ThisWeekInCountryMusic #CountryMusicHistory #ClassicCountry #BillboardCountry #JohnnyHorton #StonewallJackson #ChrisLane #GrandOleOpry #CountryRoots #HonkyTonkHistory #RealCountryMusic #CountryHeritage #TexasRadioOne

    2 min
  2. This Week In Country Music History 10/27-11/2

    28/10/2025

    This Week In Country Music History 10/27-11/2

    This week in Country Music History (October 27 – November 2): Willie Nelson earns his first platinum album, Reba hits #1, and Garth Brooks releases No Fences. Plus, Brooks & Dunn, Faith Hill, Toby Keith, and The Highwaymen all make history. From outlaws to love songs, this week’s packed with country gold. TexasRadioOne.com #CountryMusicHistory #ThisWeekInCountryMusic #WillieNelson #GarthBrooks #FaithHill #TobyKeith #RebaMcEntire #BrooksAndDunn #TheHighwaymen #OutlawCountry #ClassicCountry #TexasRadioOne #CountryLegends

    3 min
  3. This Week In Country Music History 10/20-10/26

    20/10/2025

    This Week In Country Music History 10/20-10/26

    This week in Country Music History (October 20–26) — we’re spinning back to Loretta Lynn’s fearless #1, Alabama’s record-setting CMA run, and the hits from Charlie Rich, Tim McGraw, Kenny Rogers, and Gretchen Wilson. Plus, Chris Stapleton’s Traveller begins its rise, and we celebrate some country legends’ birthdays. A little twang, a little truth, and a lotta great music. Big Fork Brands brings bold bacon sausage, paleo pork jerky, and Chicago style sauces to your table. Y'all are gonna love the rich, smoky flavors made with sustainable ingredients and chef crafted care. Enjoy an exclusive 20% off any product when you use our discount code, TEXASRADIOONE only at BigForkBrands.com #CountryMusicHistory #ThisWeekInCountryMusic #LorettaLynn #KennyRogers #AlabamaBand #TimMcGraw #ChrisStapleton #GretchenWilson #CharlieRich #CountryLegends #TexasRadioOne #ThrowbackCountry #NashvilleSound #ClassicCountry

    4 min
  4. This Week In Country Music History / Oct 13 - Oct 19

    13/10/2025

    This Week In Country Music History / Oct 13 - Oct 19

    This week in country music history covers a wild, telling stretch across October 13–19. We revisit the night Charlie Rich lit the CMA envelope, Tammy Wynette’s first #1, and the birth of Melba Montgomery. We head into Nashville late nights with Loretta Lynn’s recording, and into TV’s early country spotlight with Willie Nelson on Austin City Limits. We also honor Dallas Harms, whose Canadian hits struck a chord in country lovers everywhere. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to country lore, you’ll hear the moments that echo in today’s music — one storyline at a time. Big Fork Brands brings bold bacon sausage, paleo pork jerky, and Chicago style sauces to your table. Y'all are gonna love the rich, smoky flavors made with sustainable ingredients and chef crafted care. Enjoy an exclusive 20% off any product when you use our discount code, TexasRadioOne only at BigForkBrands.com #TexasRadioOne #CountryMusicHistory #ThisWeekInMusic #CharlieRich #TammyWynette #MelbaMontgomery #WillieNelson #DallasHarms #AustinCityLimits #LorettaLynn #CountryStories #BigForkBrandsDotCom

    4 min
  5. This Week In Country Music History 10/06 - 10/12

    06/10/2025

    This Week In Country Music History 10/06 - 10/12

    This week in country music history takes us from Johnny Cash’s prison roar to Garth Brooks’ shaky Opry debut, and everywhere in between. On October 6, 1969, At San Quentin hit #1, cementing the Man in Black’s outlaw legend. Just a few years later, George Strait scored his very first chart-topping album, and in 1996, Tim McGraw and Faith Hill tied the knot to become country’s royal couple. Add in Alan Jackson’s first #1 record, Reba’s Billboard-topping Duets, and the unforgettable moment Garth almost forgot the lyrics at his Opry induction, and you’ve got a week packed with legends, laughs, and country milestones. From Hank Snow’s first recordings to Tanya Tucker’s birthday, this week proves one thing: country history never misses a beat. #CountryMusicHistory #ThisWeekInMusic #JohnnyCash #GeorgeStrait #AlanJackson# GarthBrooks #TimAndFaith #RebaMcEntire #TanyaTucker #TexasRadioOne

    3 min
  6. This Week in Country Music History / Sept 29 - Oct 5

    29/09/2025

    This Week in Country Music History / Sept 29 - Oct 5

    Step back through the years with us as we explore the biggest milestones in country music history from September 29th through October 5th. From the birth of Clarence Ashley in 1895 and the very first televised Grand Ole Opry in 1950, to Loretta Lynn’s fiery Don’t Come Home A’Drinkin’ (With Lovin’ on Your Mind), Vince Gill’s 1990s award-show dominance, and the Grand Ole Opry’s 100th anniversary celebration in 2025 — this week is packed with legends, milestones, and unforgettable stories. #CountryMusicHistory#ThisWeekInMusic#CountryLegends#GrandOleOpry#LorettaLynn#VinceGill#DustinLynch#ClarenceAshley#KeepItCountry #TexasRadioOne #HonkyTonkTales

    3 min
  7. Honky Tonk Tales / Whitey Morgan and The 78's: Flinttown Grit & Honky Tonk Dreams / Part 2

    25/09/2025

    Honky Tonk Tales / Whitey Morgan and The 78's: Flinttown Grit & Honky Tonk Dreams / Part 2

    From the auto plants of Flint, Michigan to the neon glow of America’s honky-tonks, Whitey Morgan has carved his own lane in country music. In this 2 part story on Honky Tonk Tales, Jimmy takes you on a rowdy ride through Whitey’s blue-collar roots, his band The 78’s, the long nights and longer highways, and the albums (Honky Tonks and Cheap Motels, Sonic Ranch, Hard Times and White Lines) that made him a modern outlaw legend. Packed with back stories, barroom tales, and a few laughs along the way, this episode shines a spotlight on the gravel-voiced honky-tonker who proved that real country music can come from anywhere — even Flint, Michigan. So pour yourself a drink, crank the jukebox, and ride along as we celebrate the grit, grind, and glory of Whitey Morgan. #WhiteyMorgan #HonkyTonkTales #FlinttownOutlaw #HonkyTonkHeroes #OutlawCountry #RealCountryMusic #WhiteyMorganAndThe78s #ModernOutlaw #CountryPodcast #RustBeltCountry #HonkyTonkHistory #WhiskeyAndHonkyTonk #TrueCountry #CountryMusicPodcast #RoadWornCountry

    10 min
  8. Honky Tonk Tales / Whitey Morgan and The 78's: Flinttown Grit & Honky Tonk Dreams / Part 1

    24/09/2025

    Honky Tonk Tales / Whitey Morgan and The 78's: Flinttown Grit & Honky Tonk Dreams / Part 1

    From the auto plants of Flint, Michigan to the neon glow of America’s honky-tonks, Whitey Morgan has carved his own lane in country music. In this 2 part story on Honky Tonk Tales, Jimmy takes you on a rowdy ride through Whitey’s blue-collar roots, his band The 78’s, the long nights and longer highways, and the albums (Honky Tonks and Cheap Motels, Sonic Ranch, Hard Times and White Lines) that made him a modern outlaw legend. Packed with back stories, barroom tales, and a few laughs along the way, this episode shines a spotlight on the gravel-voiced honky-tonker who proved that real country music can come from anywhere — even Flint, Michigan. So pour yourself a drink, crank the jukebox, and ride along as we celebrate the grit, grind, and glory of Whitey Morgan. #WhiteyMorgan #HonkyTonkTales #FlinttownOutlaw #HonkyTonkHeroes #OutlawCountry #RealCountryMusic #WhiteyMorganAndThe78s #ModernOutlaw #CountryPodcast #RustBeltCountry #HonkyTonkHistory #WhiskeyAndHonkyTonk #TrueCountry #CountryMusicPodcast #RoadWornCountry

    10 min
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Blending humor, history, and heart, Honky Tonk Tales brings you behind the curtain of the honky tonk world every Wednesday—where rhinestones shine, guitars twang, and every song has a story. Whether you're a lifelong country fan or just getting your boots dusty, this show delivers a storytelling experience as real and raw as the music itself. So...take a few minutes and give it a listen! #CountryMusic #HonkyTonkTales #CountryMusicLegends #Podcast #CountryMusicHistory

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  • Creator
    Jimmy
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    36
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Honky Tonk Tales 2025
  • Show Website
    Honky Tonk Tales

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