At one time or another I've mentioned coal miners; not only recognizing the part they've played in American history but also writing about how many families (including mine) have had connections to miners at some point. I've also written about the music of coal miners, and that leads us to one of the best instrumentalists … Continue reading Don Stover’s Banjo Spoke To Miners
Tag: country music
Patsy Montana Did It First
Fans of modern country music are often familiar with the names of many of the earlier stars, but I'd be willing to bet that few would guess the name of the singer who had the first number-one country hit for a female. It wasn't Loretta or Tammy or even Kitty. It was Patsy Montana, who … Continue reading Patsy Montana Did It First
From Polkas To Honky-Tonk – Pee Wee King
You probably wouldn't guess that someone born as Julius Frank Anthony Kuczynski would become a country music star. But even though his real name contains a clue to his original musical background, it would be his stage name -- Pee Wee King -- that would be remembered by fans. And even though he was a … Continue reading From Polkas To Honky-Tonk – Pee Wee King
A Crooner Named Clint Eastwood
In a recent piece about James Darren, I mentioned that many of the rising young actors of the era were also promoted as singing stars, but one that might surprise you is a guy who is now better known as a legendary superstar and director. That's right, folks. Clint Eastwood was once one of those … Continue reading A Crooner Named Clint Eastwood
Hitting The Target With Pure Prairie League
Album covers have always been a tried and true way to attract the attention of potential buyers, so it's not surprising that a lot of attention is paid to designing and composing them. The right kind of cover can really hit the target with potential buyers, and if it's successful enough it might even spawn … Continue reading Hitting The Target With Pure Prairie League
Appreciating The Past With The Louvin Brothers
I'm well aware that most of today's music lovers are probably not huge fans of old-style traditional country music, and I do understand that because for a long time I too dismissed it as 'hillbilly stuff'. But I have come to appreciate it more and more through the years, not only because of the links … Continue reading Appreciating The Past With The Louvin Brothers
The Little Car That Could
My recent misadventure on the highway got me to thinking about my history of auto ownership. My current vehicle is actually pretty dependable, and the recent mishap is probably attributable to the fact that it's getting some age on it -- not unlike its owner. As I think back over the many cars I've had … Continue reading The Little Car That Could
Got Those Highway 40 Blues
Short and simple today. I'm still recovering from a little adventure I had on U.S. Highway 40. I was driving back from a visit with my daughter, who lives almost two hours away, and I was still a half-hour from home when I developed car problems. Her and I had gone to a late movie, … Continue reading Got Those Highway 40 Blues
Folding Money Takes Many Different Forms
I'm pretty sure that the well-worn and often used term 'folding money' isn't normally used to describe what is shown in the slideshow at the bottom. The art of origami -- folding paper into ingenious shapes -- has long been attributed to the Japanese, although there is evidence of the same practice in the history … Continue reading Folding Money Takes Many Different Forms
Hank Cochran Will Be Missed
Country music fans were saddened to hear of the recent passing of singer/songwriter Hank Cochran, who died at age 74 in his home near Nashville. Although he was a polished performer, the long-time associate of Willie Nelson is probably best known for writing hit songs for other singers; including Eddy Arnold's "Make The World Go … Continue reading Hank Cochran Will Be Missed
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