Melba Montgomery – Doyle's Space

WPLO Country Caravan

The Country Caravan featured a mix of lively DJ sets, jam-packed talent showcases, and major events.

WPLO-AM 590’s Country Caravan was a defining force in Atlanta radio during the late 1960s and throughout the 1970s, marrying music, community, and personality in a way that few stations ever matched. The real Country Caravan era emerged during this time, featuring a mix of lively DJ sets, jam-packed talent showcases, and major events billed as the “WPLO Shower of Stars.” These weren’t just concerts—they were full-scale country happenings.

All the photos in this post are from my Mother’s collection of Country Music memorabilia. They were taken by me, either at Nalley or Sandy Springs WPLO Caravan in July 1967.

Toby Myers, John Sykes, David W. Duclon, and Melba Montgomery Dies

Toby Myers also appeared in the 1992 film “Falling from Grace,” directed by John Mellencamp.

Several artists passed away in January 2025. They include the bassist for John Mellencamp, a British rock guitarist celebrated for his contributions to bands such as Thin Lizzy and Whitesnake, a television writer and producer famous for a multitude of sitcoms, including Punky Brewster, and a country music singer who performed duets with George Jones, Gene Pitney, and Charlie Louvin.