Noted guitarist and session player Cranston Clements was born in New Orleans on July 11, 1951. Cranston has played with Twangorama, Woodenhead, The Clements Brothers, The Chilluns, New Orleans Guitar Quartet. His extensive recording credits include Maria Muldaur, Irma Thomas, Bobby Charles, and Dr. John. Daughter Annie Clements is a bass player and vocalist who has toured with Sugarland, Maren Morris, Jason Isbell, and others. Sons Austin and Tyler are also following in their dad's musical footsteps. Watch Cranston Clements videos on YouTube.
1953
"It's Been So Long", by West Monroe, Louisiana native Webb Pierce hit #1 on the Country Singles Chart on July 11, 1953.
1957
Honky tonk singer Webb Pierce recorded "Holiday for Love" for the Decca label in Nashville on July 11, 1957. The tune, written by Pierce, Wayne Walker & Mel Tillis, spent 17 weeks on the Country Singles Chart, peaking at No. 3.
1958
Cajun accordionist and vocalist Bruce Daigrepont was born in New Orleans on July 11, 1958. The Bruce Daigrepont Cajun Band recently (June 14, 2026) celebrated their 40th anniversary of their Fais Do-Do shows at Tipitina's. See Bruce Daigrepont discography. Watch Bruce Daigrepont videos on YouTube.
Brass band trombone player Gregory Veals was born in New Orleans on July 11, 1973. Veals has played with Lil Rascals Brass Band, Rebirth Brass Band, Hot 8 Brass Band, and others. See Gregory Veals recording credits. Watch Gregory Veals videos on YouTube.
1981
Hank Williams Jr. appeared on syndicated music television series "Solid Gold" on July 11, 1981. Hank Jr. performed "Dixie On My Mind", accompanied by the Solid Gold Dancers. Watch the video here.
2006
Elvis Costello and Allen Toussaint were the musical guests on "Late Night with Conan O'Brien" on July 11, 2006. They performed "Who’s Gonna Help Brother Get Further?" from the album "The River in Reverse". Watch the video here.
