Lonnie Glosson
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Prairie Songbirds
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Woody Mercer, interviewed by Dorothy Prussman, President of Woody Mercer Fan Club, Cowboy Songs, April 1957 |
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May 1, 2012 |
Yodeler Kenny Roberts Passes
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Mar 28, 2012 |
Earl Scruggs, Country Music Hall of Famer, dies at age 88
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Mar 9, 2012 |
Charlie Lamb, founding board member of the CMA, dies
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Mar 2, 2012 |
Bertha Amburgey (Minnie) of the Amburgey Sisters
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Feb 24, 2012 |
Musicians Hall of Famer Billy Strange, songwriter for Elvis and Sinatra, dies at 81
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Jan 4, 2009 |
Hillbilly-Music.com Announces Top Pages Visited By Fans for 2008
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Jan 4 2009 |
Hillbilly-Music.com Record Breaking 2008 - 7,000,000 Web Page Views; Affiliation with Ernest Tubb Record Shop
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Jan 4, 2009 |
Hillbilly-Music.com Announces Results of Fan Voting for 2008 Country Music Hall of Fame
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Sep 8, 2002 |
Hillbilly-Music.com In the Spotlight in Country Music Magazine's 30th Anniversary Issue
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| Hillbilly Heaven Roll Call 2011 |
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Time is no friend to any of us as we learn of familiar names who
have joined the roster in Hillbilly Heaven. But
their music, history and memories will live on for us to enjoy.
We remember those who left their earthly stage in 2011 for their heavenly encore...
| Margaret Whiting |
| James O'Gwynn |
| Buddy Charleton |
| Charlie Louvin |
| Doc Williams |
| Bobby Boyle |
| Don Chapman |
| Jean Dinning |
| Ferlin Huskey |
| Ralph Mooney |
| Joe Taylor |
| Joe Paul Nichols |
| Nancy Lee |
| Billy Grammer |
| Cactus Pryor |
| Wade Mainer |
| Wilma Lee Cooper |
| Country Johnny Mathis |
| Billy Barton |
| Tommy Doss |
| Liz Anderson |
| Kitty Hawkins |
| Bobby Hodge |
| Billie Jo Spears |
| Jody Rainwater |
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New Feature at
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We've added a new section to the web site. We have more than a few photos
in the archives of Hillbilly-Music.com that we cannot readily identify.
On a regular basis we will post photos of folks we hope the fans will tell us
who they are. We will post the answers along with the names of the folks that
told us as a small way of saying 'thanks'.
Click your way to our newest feature:
Who is That?
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Read More About The History
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Yes, Hillbilly Music.
You may perhaps wonder why. You may even snicker.
But trust us, soon your feet will start tappin' and before you
know it, you'll be comin' back for more...Hillbilly Music.
Hillbilly-music.com ...
It's about the people, the music,
the history.
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What's New at
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Just because it's history, doesn't mean
we don't find or hear about something new.
Our recent updates include:
Dusty Owens - Dusty
tells us about his career in his own words.
—Early Michigan & Iowa years
—WHO Iowa Barn Dance Frolic
Country Music
The way you remember it!
This month we're going to something a bit different. We've been wanting to do this for
a few years now, but something always seemed to come up. But this year, we're going to
introduce you to a few folks who are part of country music history that is perhaps not touched
upon very often during what is termed Black History Month or African-American History Month.
The folks we'll feature here, some you will know, others you may learn about for the first
time, but they are a part of country music's history. We'll be adding more as the month goes along.
And one of the biographies, well, we have to tell you, is going to be a work in progress
for a while as it is a bit personal.
DeFord Bailey -
He was one of the first super stars of the WSM Grand Ole Opry. He became known to fans
as the Harmonica Wizard. While growing up, he would walk to school and try to make his
harmonica play the sounds he heard of the local trains passing by. Seemingly a simple man,
but the more you read about him, the more you realize there was some wisdom in that simplicity.
After leaving the Opry, he opened up his own business, vowing to never have his paycheck be dependent
on anyone but himself. You sense he had a will and determination to be the best at what he did.
McDonald Craig -
McDonald was first exposed to couuntry music listening to old Jimmie Rodgers recordings.
When you listen to him sing such tunes as "Sleep, Baby, Sleep", you'll hear that influence
by Jimmie Rodgers. You might even wonder, why did we not hear more of this fellow.
You'll learn he and his family have another unique aspect to their history as well
when you read about his career, thanks to Mike Johnson.
Beau David -
He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio and served in the United States Air Force for twenty years until
retiring and later obtaining his Master's Degree in Psychology. He was a talented
musician and performer, playing in several bands over the decades. He was one of the founding
members of the Colorado Country Music Hall of Fame.
Big Al Downing -
He grew up listening to country music while working in the fields of Oklahoma. He
played in Wanda Jackson's band in the early part of her career. He recorded
in several musical genres including rockabilly, rhythm and blues, rock and roll,
and disco before he found consistent success in country music. In fact, you
will find that his disco hit led to his country music career.
Stoney Edwards -
He was from Oklahoma, and found his place in country music history when
fans heard his "Last Night A Two Dollar Toy Made A Million Dollar Daddy Out of Me" tune.
He recorded for Capitol Records and had a string of hits over the years.
Ruby Falls -
Yes, she took her stage name from the tourist attaction in Tennessee. But she
is known as the most successful black female country singer to date, having
charted several singles with one tune reaching No. 40 on the charts in 1977. She died
at the age of 40 from a brain hemorhage.
Oliver Fenceroy -
Oliver Fenceroy was one of eight brothers and four sisters that grew up on a 200 acre
farm near Wilmot, Arkansas. He is a Vietnam veteran. He writes many of the tunes
he sings. He released his first CD in 2009. Oliver earned the Rising Legend Award
at the National Old Time Country Music Festival in LeMars, Iowa in 2009.
Mike Johnson -
We've featured Mike before, he's known as country music's Black Yodeler.
If you ever have a chance to hear him perform or listen to his signature 'Black Yodel No. 1',
you'll be tapping your feet along with his tunes. He's also introduced to a few others
as well.
Linda Martel -
Linda was one of the few black female singers we've found during our research.
She was a native of South Carolina. One night, a country singer was watching
her perform and challenged her to do a country tune. One thing led to another
including a recording contract and appearances on the Grand Ole Opry and Ernest
Tubb's Midnight Jamboree. But she missed her family and gave up her professional
career and returned to South Carolina.
Rufus Payne (Tee Tot) -
Sadly, no recording of his music exists. Or even pictures of him. But his impression
and impact on one of country music history's legends, Hank Williams, is well documented.
He was a street singer in Greenville, Alabama and helped a young teen-ager learn
how to entertain an audience along with a few other musical tips as you will see.
Keep clicking around - there's always something new
spopping up on Hillbilly-Music.com.
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Today: On the Air & Over The Web |
The country music you like to hear is always just a click away every day. Just
click on one of the show titles to visit their site. Give a listen. Kick
back and enjoy the music. And send them a note of 'thanks' too while you're at it!
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Runaway Fiddle
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Fort Collins, CO |
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Wagons Ho
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| CIHS-FM (93.5 FM) |
7am - 9am (MST) |
| Tony Greengrass |
Wetaskiwin, AB Canada |
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Country Classics
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| WDVR-FM (89.7 FM) |
7pm - 10pm (EST) |
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Sergeantsville, NJ |
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