C O U N T R Y M U S I C C L A S S I C S
Doug Davis
Owner/Publisher/Manager/Editor/
Writer/Gopher/Chief Cook & Bottle Washer
Wednesday August 4th, 2010
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STORY BEHIND THE SONG
Good things sometime come in pairs and such was the case of
1973 number one, “
The MCA album became their first number one duets album on September 15th, 1973.
Four weeks earlier, the albums’ title track became their third number one duet single.
And the idea for the pair to record the song came from Loretta’s husband, Mooney Lynn, who happened to be on hand when the song was brought to Loretta’s office. He asked to keep the song to see if he could get Conway and Loretta to record. He did and he did!
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BLUE HIWAYS TV NEEDS YOUR H E L P :
Out good friend Stan Hitchcock is trying to convince Dish Network to add Blue Hiways TV to Dish Network’s program lineup.
PLEASE email Dave Schull --DISH Program Director, at Dave.Shull@dishnetwork.com or call him at (303) 808-7228 and ask him to PLEASE add Blue Hiways TV to Dish network’s program schedule. THEN email all your friends and ask them to do likewise.
Several subscribers have said they’re not familiar with Blue Hiways TV –so here are the facts:
BlueHighways TV features "roots music" such as classic country, bluegrass, gospel, folk, blues and western that grew out of the great interest that audiences have in exploring the folklore, music, traditions, destinations, festivals and artistry of America. BlueHighways TV captures that welcoming, down-home spirit that Americans are known for - and are increasingly seeking on television -- delivered with an interesting, honest and exploratory voice. BlueHighways also takes its musical offerings on the road to highlight the talent and traditions of the awakening entertainment centers in the United States such as Branson, Missouri and Pigeon Forge,
PLEASE EMAIL Dave Schull at Dave.Shull@dishnetwork.com NOW !
OR call him at (303) 808-7228
AND IF YOU’VE ALREADY DONE IT---DO IT AGAIN ! !
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
QUESTION: The guys on the radio said there will be a new awards show. Do you have any information?
ANSWER: Fox Network is planning "American Country Awards," which will debut live in
QUESTION: My dad says that Roy Rogers and Rex Allen recorded a duet about “silver screened cowboy.” Is that true?
ANSWER: “Last Of The Silver Screen Cowboys” was a #43 hit for Rex Allen Jr. in 1982 with guests vocals by Roy Rogers and Rex Allen Sr.
QUESTION: I have a cassette recording of Jim Reeves singing “Missing Angel.” I can’t find any information as to when he recorded that song. Do you know?
ANSWER: “Missing Angel” was the flipside of Jim Reeves’ 1963 # 3 hit, “Is This Me?”
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QUESTION: I have a 45 rpm record of Bill Anderson and David Allen Coe singing “Get A Little Dirt On Your Hands,” which I bought in 1980. My mom says that record came out much earlier than that. Is that true?
ANSWER: The original recording of “Get A Little Dirt On Your Hands” scored a # 14 hit for Bill Anderson in 1962. He and Coe re-recorded the song in 1980, which peaked at # 46
QUESTION: Do you remember a George Jones record about “Wrong Number?” My sister says it was on the radio several years back.
ANSWER: “Wrong Number” was a #14 hit for George Jones in 1965
QUESTION: My mother in law keeps arguing that Waylon Jennings and John Anderson had a hit song together about “I’m Ragged But I’m Right.” Is that true?
ANSWER: Waylon and John had a hit together but it was not that title. They scored a # 23 hit in 1987 with “Somewhere Between Ragged And Right.”
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COMMENTS FROM SUBSCRIBERS:
Hi Doug:
Just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate and look forward to you news letter. I've learned a lot of interesting facts.
Keep up the good work, I know it's time consuming but it's really appreciated.
Constantly Country - Ann Brown
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Your comments, suggestions, gripes, etc. concerning this newsletter---are welcome. Email to:Classics@countrymusicclassics.com
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A T T E N T I O N: R A D I O S T A T I O N S:
Our short form daily radio features, “Classic Country First” and “Story Behind The Song” are now available to radio stations.
Both features are available at no charge thru barter.
For information, email me at classics@countrymusicclassics.com
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NUMBER ONE ON THIS DATE:
1947
Smoke! Smoke! Smoke! (That Cigarette) -
1955
I Don’t Care - Webb Pierce
1963
Ring of Fire - Johnny Cash
1971
I’m Just Me - Charley Pride
1979
You’re the Only One - Dolly Parton
1987
Snap Your Fingers - Ronnie Milsap
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DONEL
By: Jack Blanchard
I've been writing about when I played with Donel Austin & the Rockin' Impallas in
We had an hour radio show with our band every night from the King 'o Hearts Club.
We've been through a lot together
and we are still close friends with Donel after all these years.
Our friend has been pretty sick and is staying in a rest home in
at least for now.
We'd like you to hear him sing.
Donel is in the Rockabilly Hall of Fame.
His records are rare collectors' items now.
In the club he rocked out songs like Stagger Lee and Twenty-four Hours a Day,
but we've selected a heartfelt blues ballad for you to hear.
I produced this in
Click a link to listen.
DROWN IN MY OWN TEARS BY Donel Austin.
BROADBAND: http://www.soundclick.com/util/getplayer.m3u?id=8954441&q=hi
DIAL-UP: http://www.soundclick.com/util/getplayer.m3u?id=8954441&q=lo
Misty and I hope you enjoy it.
Jack Blanchard
Jack Blanchard & Misty Morgan...
Grammy Nominees. Billboard's Country Duet of the Year.ASCAP and BMI Awards.HOME PAGE: http://jackandmisty.com
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TODAY IN COUNTRY MUSIC HISTORY
compiled by Bill Morrison
Carson Robison, singer/songwriter, born
Frank Luther, recording artist, born Larkin, KS 1899.
Bill Cox, the "Dixie Songbird" born
James Blackwood born Ackerman, MS 1919.
Benny Sims bluegrass fiddler/session musician born 1924.
Jimmie Rodgers recorded his first session for Ralph Peer, and Victor Records in Bristol, TN in 1927.
Scotty Stoneman born Galax, VA 1932.
Vicki Hackerman, "Dave & Sugar," born
George Jones joined the Grand Ole Opry 1956.
Jimmy C. Newman joined the Grand Ole Opry 1956
Johnny Cash recorded "Doin' My Time" 1957.
Skeeter
Jack Taylor, age 60, "The Prarie Ramblers," died 1962.
Connie Smith won a talent contest in Columbus, OH, that eventually led to stardom, 1963.
Fiddlin' Doc Roberts died in Madison Country, KY 1978.
Ricky Skaggs and Sharon White were married 1981.
Tex Atchison, age 70, died in Collinsville, IL 1982.
The Judds' single "Mama He's Crazy" became their first #1 hit 1984.
Kenny Price, age 56, the "Round Mound of Sound" died from a heart attack 1987.
Mercury released "The Complete Mercury Sessions" of Flatt & Scruggs 1992.
Dolly Parton's album "Eagle When She Flies" certified platinum 1992.
Roy Carter, bass singer for "The Chuck Wagon Gang" died 1997.
Courtesy Bill Morrison: http://www.talentondisplay.com/countrycalMAR.html
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THOUGHT FOR THE DAY:
BE STILL
Be still, my soul, know He is there to comfort you in deep despair;
The depths of it…the numbness, loss, shall draw you closer to His cross.
Be still and trust! The deepest gloom can lead you to that quiet room
Where, with Him sweet communion share an inner peace…your soul repair.
Be still and know His way is best; You shall be strengthened through this test.
There are no losses without gain; and joy, restored, shall follow pain.
Be still, that through you He may shine, thereby another’s path define;
For in this know the victory; the sting is quenched and you are free.
Anna Lee Edwards McAlpin
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