charlie daniels

On Aug. 25, 1979, Daniels earned his first No. 1 hit, with his single "The Devil Went Down to Georgia."

On Aug. 21, 1979, Daniels earned a gold single for "The Devil Went Down to Georgia," from his 'Million Mile Reflections' album.

He's not one to hold back his opinions.

They've also got some other very special guests!

The country legend is clearly underwhelmed with the new Congress.

Maybe they're just misunderstood?

Daniels will return with another new project this October.

Another friend characterized him as someone who "would help anyone who needed help."

Authorities had to lock the entire area down.

There's been no word as to the nature of his illness.

These are the highlights of a night filled with highlights.

The special gig marks a homecoming of sorts for the iconic southern rockers.