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
Thursday July 8th, 2010
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STORY BEHIND THE SONG
Ideas for songs come from many sources and the idea for Willie Nelson’s 1984 number one, “City of
The song had been written 14 years earlier by Steve Goodman, who took a ride with his new bride on a train called “The City of
During the trip, Goodman made notes of the passing scenery and when he returned to
So Goodman took all that information along with his notes, and wrote the song. He then recorded the song for an album.
Arlo Guthrie heard the song and recorded a big pop hit version in 1972. Sammi Smith recorded the tune, which peaked at # 44 on the country charts in 1973.
Willie Nelson’s version became his 15th number one record on November 3rd, 1984 and earned a Grammy the following February for Country Song Of The Year.
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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 a barter contract.
For information, email me at classics@countrymusicclassics.com
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
QUESTION: I heard on the radio that Charlie Louvin was seriously ill. Do you have any info?
ANSWER: Charlie has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and will undergo surgery July 22nd.
QUESTION: Have you heard of a Freddie Hart record of “Cleaning Up The Country?” My dad says it was on the radio back in the 70’s.
ANSWER: “Let’s Clean Up The Country” was the flipside of Freddie’s 1974 # 3 hit, “My Woman’s
QUESTION: I’m searching for information on a Loretta Lynn song about “Saint To A Sinner.” My dad recorded it from the radio many years ago.
ANSWER: “Saint to A Sinner” was the flipside of Loretta’s 1966 # one, “Don’t Come Home A-Drinkin’.”
QUESTION: Whatever happened to the guy who was on “Hee-Haw” called “the round mound of sound.” He was a very good singer.
ANSWER: The “round mound of sound” was Kenny Price, who died in 1987 at the age of 56.
QUESTION: My uncle says that Ferlin Husky’s “Gone” set some kind of record for being on the charts longer than any other record. Is that true?
ANSWER: “Gone” was number one for ten weeks and on the charts for 27 weeks. It was in the top 50 for all-time top 100 # one hits.
QUESTION: Do you know what kind of awards that Jones’ “He Stopped Loving her Today “ won? I know it was several.
ANSWER: “He Stopped Loving Her Today” was the CMA’s Single of The Year and Song Of The Year in 1980 and also Song Of The Year in 1981.
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A T T E N T I O N:
Ralph Emery has long reigned as a valued personality/friend of country music, country radio, and country fans. An author, TV host, mentor to countless young broadcasters and show hosts, currently hosting the popular Ralph Emery Show on RFD-TV. He has now been nominated for induction into the National Radio Hall of Fame, in the Local or Regional Pioneer category. Register and vote now through August 1 at www.radiohof.org. The induction ceremony and broadcast will take place on November 6th in
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NUMBER ONE ON THIS DATE:
1949
One Kiss Too Many - Eddy Arnold
1957
Four Walls - Jim Reeves
1965
Before You Go - Buck Owens
1973
Why Me - Kris Kristofferson
1981
I was Country When Country Wasn’t Cool - Barbara Mandrell
1989
I Don’t Want to Spoil the Party - Roseanne Cash
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TODAY IN COUNTRY MUSIC HISTORY
compiled by Bill Morrison
George Wilkerson, fiddler, founder of the "Fruit Jar Drinkers," born
Link Davis, vocals/session musician born
Grand Ole Opry star Uncle Dave Macon, recorded his first session 1924.
Bob Beckham, recording artist/music publisher, born
Jerry Vale born in 1932.
The Everly Brothers single "I Wonder If I Care As Much" charted 1957.
Fred Young "
Buck Owens recorded "I Don't Care/Buck's Polka" 1964.
Capitol Records released Buck Owens' single "Let The World Keep On A Turning" 1968.
Gail Davies debuted on the charts with "No Love Have I," 1978.
Ervin Rouse, age 63, of the "Rouse Brothers" died 1981.
Capitol released
Marty Stuart and Connie Smith were married 1997. The ceremony took place on an Indian reservation in
Audium released Charlie Daniels' album "In
Courtesy Bill Morrison: http://www.talentondisplay.com/countrycalMAR.html
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NOTHING BEFORE THE "BUT".
By: Jack Blanchard
I mentioned the other day
how my wife doesn't listen to the words you put together...
She just hears what you really mean.
She gets vibes.
Being a lifelong entertainer, she knows Body English.
She reads your gestures and expressions.
If you avoid eye contact when talking to her,
her radar sends up a red flag.
Being a more logical person,
I've always been fascinated by her intuitive slant on things.
Her strong opinions are based mostly on feelings... a sort of ESP.
I didn't take these seriously in the beginning,
but I began to notice that she was right at least as much as I was,
maybe more.
She seems to take mental shortcuts,
bypassing conventional linear thought,
but arriving at the correct destination ahead of you.
Her music is like that.
She can read a little music but will not follow the written notes,
and will never play a song the same way twice.
She improvises on the spot, from feelings,
or some inner computer not yet discovered by science.
People are often surprised to find that she never acts "cool".
She is wide open, friendly, and has a tendency to over talk a little,
giving away too much of herself.
This makes her vulnerable, and easily hurt or angered.
I don't know if I should let her read this.
The opposite of me,
she lives in the present a lot, and observes everything...
Opposites do attract.
We aren’t complete opposites.
We have our music in common, and we're both very emotional,
especially in the presence of good stories or music.
We've even been known to cry at the end of
Now that's ridiculous.
I've learned over the years not to try to hide a criticism inside a joke,
or cushion a negative remark with things like this:
"I think you're doing a wonderful job, but..."
Misty never hears anything before the "but".
Jack Blanchard
Jack Blanchard & Misty Morgan...
Grammy Nominees. Billboard's Country Duet of the Year.OUR HOME PAGE: http://jackandmisty.com ^^^^^^^^^^^^^
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY:
SHARING GOD’S GIFTS
It’s really quite amazing what a kind word can do,
To someone who is troubled, downhearted, sad and blue.
We can lift their sunken spirits in a way God has designed,
By following His teachings and being merciful and kind.
Life isn’t very pleasant when tears are bittersweet,
Yet we can help those in distress to conquer and defeat.
Give them plenty of encouragement a handshake and a smile,
Then lift them up to God in prayer to help them through their trial.
Kindness is a gift from God that He means for us to share,
With those who are less fortunate to show them that we care.
Shirley Hile Powell
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