On this date in 1930, Lula Grace Johnson was born in West Plains, Missouri. She became Jan Howard with her marriage to songwriter Harlan Howard. She had several solo hits in the 1960s, then recorded several duets with Bill Anderson. The Grand Ole Opry made her a member in 1971. Jan Howard passed away March 28, 2020. In this clip from the Pet Milk Grand Ole Opry show from 1961, she sings with the Wilburn Brothers, with Don Helms on steel guitar. | GatorRock

June 6, 1960 Songwriter Harlan Howard and wife Jan Howard arrive in Nashville after moving from Los Angeles. Jan becomes a member of the Grand Ole Opry. Harlan writes hits for Buck Owens, The Judds, Reba McEntire and many others. | GatorRock

New Song, Live At The Marquee 1983 now available to stream. Full live album available January 30th. This photo was taken backstage just before the show at The Marquee, that’s Jan on the right. | Howard Jones

After reaching number 13 on the charts, this song was the first major hit for Jan Howard and was written by her (former) husband, Harlan Howard. Check out this video of Jan Howard performing "The One You Slip Around With" from Country's Family Reunion: Honky Tonk. To see the FULL EPISODE, go to https://countryroadtv.us/CFRHonkyTonkE1. While you're there, be sure to sign up for a FREE TRIAL of Country Road TV! #countrymusic #womenofcountry #iconicwomen #countrylegend #affair #infidelity #countrys