For a while in the early 1950s, singer/songwriter Jimmie Logsdon was on top of the world. After an early career spent trying to make his name in country music, he'd managed to become friends with Hank Williams -- and even better, he was touring and appearing on stage with his hero. Unfortunately, Hank died in … Continue reading Jimmie Logsdon Venerated Hank Williams
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Hardrock Gunter Will Be Missed
Apparently it didn't make a big splash in the national news, but a gentleman we featured a while back in a GMC post titled Rock And Roll Pioneer Hardrock Gunter passed away recently -- at least according to what's posted on his namesake website. On Friday, March 15, 2013, “Rock” passed away from complications from … Continue reading Hardrock Gunter Will Be Missed
Walter Brennan — Recording Star?
The most improbable recording star of the 1960s had to have been Walter Brennan. By then he was in his sixties and had already enjoyed a long acting career that included winning three Oscars and later starring on TV, but he turned out to be surprisingly popular with record buyers too. Of course, he didn't … Continue reading Walter Brennan — Recording Star?
The Two Sides Of Marion Worth
A long time before today's stars made genre-crossing a common practice, singer/songwriter Marion Worth made her mark as both a pop singer and a country music performer. Mostly remembered now for "Shake Me I Rattle (Squeeze Me I Cry)," for a period that began in the late 1950s and continued for more than a decade … Continue reading The Two Sides Of Marion Worth
On the Bayou With A Fantastic Foursome
It's been a while since our last Fantastic Foursome, and I've picked a lively Hank Williams tune for this one. Although he was actually from Alabama, one of his best-known songs -- "Jambalaya (On the Bayou)" -- was based on the music of Southern Louisiana and named for an iconic dish from the region. But … Continue reading On the Bayou With A Fantastic Foursome
Goodbye To Claude King And Fran Warren
I've never really intended for the GMC to be a consistent source for obituaries of musical artists. In fact, there are a lot that don't show up here. But I do try to mark the passing of those performers who have been featured on earlier posts, and I also note some of those who haven't … Continue reading Goodbye To Claude King And Fran Warren
Texas Ruby Was A Real Firecracker
Texas Ruby has been gone for fifty years now, and she didn't headline in Vegas or score any huge hit records during her too-short career, but she remains one of the most memorable country music stars of all time. Ably accompanied by husband Curly Fox's fiddle, her deep singing voice and distinctive performing style helped … Continue reading Texas Ruby Was A Real Firecracker
Lulu Belle And Scotty Took A Detour
The life of a performer is often a tough one and a husband and wife team probably faces added complications, but it can be a rewarding experience too. That's why it probably surprised country music fans in the late 1950s when popular duo Lulu Belle and Scotty left the business behind and took an unusual … Continue reading Lulu Belle And Scotty Took A Detour
Finding Smiles Amidst Nemo’s Snowdrifts
When I read that the blizzard that hit the Northeastern U.S. had been given the name 'Nemo' it surprised me a little. The National Weather Service says it's just a marketing ploy from the Weather Channel and wants no part of it, but it has really caught on, and the next blizzard -- Orko -- … Continue reading Finding Smiles Amidst Nemo’s Snowdrifts
It All Started With Clarence – Or Was It Tom?
One of the things I enjoy most about musical history is how often you can find interesting connections. I ran across one recently while reading a piece about a currently popular folk/country group, Old Crow Medicine Show. It seems that the legendary Doc Watson (who died last year) helped the group get its start. That … Continue reading It All Started With Clarence – Or Was It Tom?
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