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Country Music Day National
Country Music Day is celebrated July 4th of each year. National Country
Music Day dates back to the 1950s when the Country Music Deejay
Association commemorated Jimmie Rodgers and country music.
James
Charles Rodgers (September 8, 1897 May 26, 1933), also known as
Jimmie Rodgers, was an American country singer in the early 20th century
best known for his rhythmic yodeling skills. Rodgers is known as one of
the first country music superstars and pioneers. He was also known as
The Singing Brakeman, The Blue Yodeler, and The Father of Country Music.
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