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Posted July 3, 2009
Sjockfestival, Gierle, Belgium = July 10-11-12
Peter Van der Flaes - info@grasshopper.be
Info: http://www.myspace.com/sjock2009
Posted July 3, 2009
Greetings Friends! We have a new CD. Please give a listen.
GAGARIN BROTHERS (RUS)
www.gagarinbrothers.ru
www.myspace.com/gagarinbrothers
http://youtube.com/user/gagarinbros
Best Regards! Alexander "Alex" Golubev
kap-club@mail.ru, - alex@gagarinbros.ru - +7 916 153 5322 -
Moscow, Russland
Posted June 28, 2009
I have some old country music items that I am interested in knowing the value of. I have WSM's Official Grand Ole Opry History Picture Book VOL.1 No.1, also several d.j. copies of George Jones 45's, a copy of 1953 Steel Guitar Echoes {news letter from W.S.M.) and also a program from Nov. 29, 1961 when the Grand Ole Opry first appeared at Carnegie Hall in New York. I also have several more items, these are just to name a few. If any one out there is interesed please E-mail. Thanks. C. A. Speegle - diana706@otelco.net
Posted June 26, 2009
Can anyone tell me how to find information about Shelby Jean Davis, a country music singer from the 1930's? Shelby - sgraveman@yahoo.com
Posted June 24, 2009
Never thought I'd ever see this again - isn't the internet a wonder!
In early 1981, Janet Street-Porter produced a series of programmes for London Weekend Television about the various different youth/music "clans" around at the time. In the rockabilly episode, I was filmed in Ray Frensham's record shop in Ilford with my buddies Kenny Smith and Mark Edwards, and my girlfriend Tricia Webb (who has been Mrs Penny for the last 24 years). The entire episode has now been uploaded to YouTube in six clips and can be found here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qJNfhMiaJnQ
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cAabzAFrAso&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_3f86kSdt1g&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o3RtlWuUels&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b1nLuIpF8Jk&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KIQfxmTibJQ&feature=related
It's worth a look (even for those who don't appear in it), as it covers the history of the music and the rock 'n' roll scene in Britain and includes interviews with Ray, Dave Edmunds, Sunglasses Ron, etc. Doesn't Danny Baker look young! Dave Penny - davepenny61@hotmail.com
Posted June 23, 2009
Paul Young's SCHOOL OF ROCK put on 2 benefit concerts recently for radio
station, WFMU. DJ Dave the Spazz picked out all the songs for them to
perform, an assortment of obscure rockabilly, r&b, garage rock, soul and
more. Its pretty amazing listening. I wish I'd been able to go to one of
these shows!! Larry Shell - lawrenceshell@comcast.net
Posted June 22, 2009
RIP Andy Starr (Zachar) of Andy Starr & The Casinos
http://www.legacy.com/mcall/Obituaries.asp?Page=LifeStory&PersonID=128330783
Andrew Zachar Jr., 69, of Upper Saucon Township, died Wednesday, June 10, 2009 in the Hospice of the V.N.A. of St. Lukes, Lower Saucon Township. He was the husband of Patricia A. (Pealer) Zachar. Born in Allentown on November 4, 1939, he was the son of Ethel R. (Frankenfield) Zachar of Hellertown and the late Andrew Zachar Sr. Andrew worked at ASM Marketing as a sales representative until his retirement. He was a life member of Cloverleaf Archery Club. He formed the group Andy Starr and the Casinos and was inducted into the Rockabilly Hall of Fame in 2003. He wrote and performed on many different venues with his artistic music abilities which are readily available on the internet.
Drew B - dontcallmejohn@hotmail.com
Posted June 22, 2009
I would be very grateful if anyone can advise of the Jerry Lee Lewis Trio drummer who toured Australia with The Killer in February 1958.
Whether J M Van Eaton or Russell Smith?
Yours, Doug. Rockabilly Rocks On And On... doug.patton69@yahoo.com
Posted June 21, 2009
New rockabilly band.
Hello, we are from Ramona San Diego Ca. We are trying to get our name and sound out to the rockabilly community. i hope you like our sound and can help us make this country the 1950s all over again. heres our link myspace.com/rumblerock thank you so much. The Rumblers, if you want more songs let me know. Garrett Wear -
weargarrett@yahoo.com
Posted June 14, 2009
Don Deal R.I.P. I would just like to inform the fans of a great singer and rockabilly singer who passed on to glory date June 13, 2009. buddy.durrett@gmail.com
Posted June 14, 2009
I am looking for video of the PBS Grand Ole Opry programs that aired on PBS nationwide on the following dates - March 4, 1978; March 3, 1979; March 2, 1980; March 14, 1981. I would like to have part of the shows from those dates or all of them. I have partial video shows from 1979 and 1980 but would like to have complete programs for a research project I am doing and also for personal collection only (in VHS or DVD format). I grew up loving the Opry and fell in love with it even more after seeing it for the first time through these shows - which reflect the last of the glory days of the Opry (before change starting coming with the sale of the Opry to American General in 1982 and Gaylord in 1983, and huge change since 1998). I would like to facilitate a trade for these shows - I have other shows I will be willing to trade for them. I am also looking for a place with a traditional country music radio station - I had a popular show until March of this year that featured country/hilbilly music from the 20s to the 60s (with emphasis on the 1940s) and would like ot have an outlet for that once again. You may contact me at my email address if you need to (the 532 number posted six years ago is long ago not valid). Thanks so much!
Richard White - opryman65@yahoo.com
Posted June 14, 2009
I do not usually do this type of thing, but it is not for me. I live in NH and am friends with Gene Maltais who cut 45's for Decca, lilac and Regal. I have been a record collector for a long time. I am not computer savy so i dont look at your sights. I mainly collect historic significant records. I think if you listened to Gangwar and the Raging Sea on lilac it will set you back. Gene is still alive but as you know these artist are fading fast. To give you an idea of how sought after his lilac record is, it doesnt sell under five hundred in this economy. I have no hidden agenda, but when i did look at some of your nominees Gene rocked harder than all the ones i saw. He has a little known 45 on regal out Pheonix that was done with Duane eddy. It is killer rockabilly. I have a fellow friend who put out the raging teens cd's Jack Warner who has tried to keep Gene out of trouble. He is not easy to work with but he is the last of the mohicans. If he is already in, i apologize, if not you should really examine his recordings to what makes one a hall of famer. I know this, Gene would be thrilled. Thanks Tim Duggan
- luvr45@comcast.net
Posted June 11, 2009
Hello all. I'm a Memphis music writer for Examiner.com, and I've recently posted an article on the Johnny Burnette Trio. You can all view it here: http://www.examiner.com/x-11829-Memphis-Music-Examiner~y2009m6d7-Johnny-Burnettes-Rock-and-Roll-Trio-of-Memphis
Long live rock and roll!! Ronnie - ronrobertson52@yahoo.com
Posted June 11, 2009
Is there a way to send an e-mail or letter to Marvin Rainwater? My son in law is his cousin and would like to talk to him I think. He has a picture of Marvin and his grandfather. Margaret - margaret4389@hotmail.com
Posted June 11, 2009
Hello. I found your Email address on the official Gene Vincent site. I was wondering if there's anybody in the US selling that Gene book "The Boss - 1956"? I am itchin' to get a copy! Can you know / recommend anywhere I can get it? Thanks for your help - Cheers, Mike Daly (San Francisco). dailyville@earthlinl.net
Posted June 11, 2009
I have a new blog here:
http://daddyodilly.blogspot.com/.
I had a blog at Yahoo360 for the last three years. But, Yahoo is apparently closing down Yahoo360 as well as a few more of their online services that don't seem to be very popular, Geocities, for instance, is another!
I have copied and pasted some posts from my old blog on my new blog. They are not all in chronological sequence, but that is not really important. Any rate, please give it a look now and then and leave a comment when moved to do so. I hope you enjoy it and learn a thing or two. Mark Dillman - "Daddy-o Dilly" - daddyodilly@yahoo.com
Posted June 2, 2009
Hello colleagues, friends, fans and family!
Please visit the www.famouskrystal.com web site to view the commercial that started airing today around the Krystal market universe.
We're excited about it here in our camp and want you to please forward it to anyone and everyone you know (who won't mind the email intrusion) because we want to share our excitement! Thanks to all.
Jennifer James
Rockabilly Records
www.RockinJasonDWilliams.com
Posted June 2, 2009
Swing Fling is Coming! August 6-9, 2009.
Order Tickets Now! http://www.SwingFling.com -
Rooms are Selling Out Quickly - Reserve yours today!
You can now download the competitor registration form online and mail it in.
Barry Durand - danceeventlist@aol.com
Posted June 2, 2009
Dave Travis has bought a small label named Santo and plans to re-issue their catalog in Europe. He has very little information on the label and has ask me if I could find out any information that would be useful to him. Also he has some masters he has bought on an artist named Darrell Tatum that he has no information on. He plans to re-issue them also. He ask me if I could find out anything on Darrell Tatum. I've checked all my sources here in Memphis and have come up with almost nothing. Stan Kessler remembers a Santo label but never heard of Darrell Tatum. I was wondering if you had anything on the Santo label or Darrell Tatum in the Rockabilly Hall of Fame or in your files. If you could get back to me on this I would appreciate it. Larry Manuel. - larryjmanuel@bellsouth.net
Posted May 25, 2009
Subject: My favorite rockabilly artist is Phil Irwin
I just stumbled upon the Rockabilly Hall of Fame by searching up Phil Irwin. I will get to that, but first allow me to introduce myself.
My name is Mick Bynes. I'm a 24 year old rockabilly fan/musician (not really, I play heavy metal music, but I am experimenting with fusing rockabilly and metal) from New York. I'm a vocalist/guitarist. I've been playing guitar for 10 years and I've been a vocalist for as long as I can remember. I've been searching for more info on Phil Irwin all over the Internet and I go no where.
Here's some facts (and opinions) about Phil Irwin. This is based on my knowledge, sorry if it might not be accurate. He's a rockabilly musician (duh). He recorded a song called Pizza Pie and it appears on compilation called Cool and the Crazy (released by a label called Buffalo Bop). This song was released in 1993. However, I think it sounds 1958/59ish (early 1960's is the latest) to me. Now here is what I heard in the lyrics of the song. Do you need the lyrics? I have no lyric sheet, so I will do my best based on the recording.
Pizza Pie
(D. Young, Jules Helzner)
I took my baby to the hop
??????
I saw her gleam? in her eye
She asks me to gets a pizza pie
Pizza pizza pizza pie
Pizza pizza pizza pie (woo!)
It's no matter how I try
All she wants is pizza pie
The gang was all there from school
The joint was jumpin', it was cool
????
She ordered another pizza pie
Pizza pizza pizza pie
Pizza pizza pizza pie (woo!)
It's no matter how I try
All she wants is pizza pie
(Solo)
.......
There's one more verse, but I cannot be bothered to remember it or play it back to get the rest at this time. I put question marks in there, since I cannot decipher what he is vocalizing. I will get back to you on it, if you want the lyrics (maybe for the site or if you want to know out of curiosity). Or do you even have the lyrics?
Great, because I really need them. I want to sing this song perfectly! :)
Pizza Pie is a terrific song. I'm thinking about covering this with my band. By the way, my band is called Feefer. It's an Internet based project. Only myself and another man. He's the bassist/vocalist of the band. We send each other tracks, I mix them... OK, it is quite a technical process that I don't want to bore you with.
Anyhow do you know anything else about Phil Irwin? Is he still alive? What was the B-side to Pizza Pie? Any more information on Pizza Pie like where it was recorded and when was it exactly recorded? Who submitted him into the RHOF? I would love to know the answers to these burning questions and more. I would love to interview Irwin if he is indeed alive. I mean Johnny Powers is still alive and I bet Irwin may be still alive. If you don't know anything more about this guy, I understand. This man is the most obscure rockabilly artist ever! Well please get back to me whenever possible.
Thank you, Mick Bynes. Devin Pallodini - cynicalik@optonline.net>
Posted May 23, 2009
To all of my friends ,fans, fellow musicians, kin folks.I was looking at youtube and someone posted ( One way Ticket ) on there .No video, Just a picture of the record.It is the original 45 recording released in 1959. I would like to mention once again the people who helped me on this recording. Dale Morgan" arranger and lead guitar", Butch Evans" rockin piano", Les Krajca"upright bass"who is deceased, Eddie Conley" rythym guitar" who is also deceased,and Gilbert Gray "drums" who is still living. I would also like to mention Jimmy Fields who put the record out on the Felco label. My brother Johnny Krajca took Gilbert's place on drums shortly after the record came out. Johnny also did the vocals on "Diddley Daddy" on The Omar label. As a lot of you know ,I wrote One Way Ticket, but some of the labels as does this particular one , have the writers mixed up and some even give credit to Bob Lumpkins as the singer. I have a few replicas of the record that are stamped as such on sale for 20 dollars each. It has a nice picture sleeve as well. Give the youtube a listen . It is the complete song. Just type in Youtube .com and then type in Bobby Crown and hit go or search. Bobby Crown - Bcrown5@aol.com
Posted May 23, 2009
I have an original Gene Vincent and the Blue Caps poster from probably 1961. The performed in my hometown one night and I took the poster off of a light pole and have had it ever since. It's a little beat up because I had it stapled to the wall in my room for a long time and then just stored at my mothers house for another 35 years. What's it worth and who might be interested in it? Mickey Lynnes - thunderman@charter.net
Posted May 22, 2009
Hidy, I'm an old rocker from the 1960 era. I'm from the Buddy Holly area of W.Texas & I used to pitch my songs around here & there. Finally I just hid in them in the closet. Thanks to the internet today some of my original stuff can be heard free at:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_vhINFPMro
Teenage Idol of the Geritol Set - col.rbtx@gmail.com
Posted May 22, 2009
Hello to all! I picked up a BURL IVES gretsch miracle neck guitar at a yardsale. It has a serial # of 8057 ... could be 8067 and a patent # of 2469582. The case is really cool, like an old alligator material and the strings inside are Martin ... pretty thick and hefty strings compared to my yamaha. So, can't find any info in terms of Thank you. Linda (the next big songwriter you'll be hearing about!!:) - linda42@comcast.net
Posted May 22, 2009
Trying to locate Ace Cannon godfather of the Sax.
If anyone has any info please contact
me. He is an old friend of mine. Dale Martin - martystarr007@sbcglobal.net<>br>
Posted May 22, 2009
Hello, I'm Jasper Raynor. My grandfather was the lead singer of J.C. and the Cavemen. I was wondering if anyone on here would be able to get me lyrics to his songs "Dear Abby" and "Kiss in the Dark." If anyone does not believe I am his grandson I can prove it. My father is Bradley Jerome Raynor. The only child of my grandfather Wilgius Raynor but the second of my grandmother Carolyn Raynor.Steve Dawkins is her second son. My dad played the piano in some of my granddad's songs and I really need the lyrics to show my class for a project on our ancestrory. Please, anyone help me. Jasper Raynor -
jaspercheyenne@yahoo.com
Posted May 22, 2009
HOT LIPS NO MORE: HERBIE DUNCAN R.I.P.
by Deke Dickerson, President of the Herbie Duncan Fan Club / 03/09
It has come to my attention that the great man Herbie Duncan no longer walks the face of the earth. Herbie, as most of the Norton Records faithful already know, was responsible for one of the wildest, outre' and incoherently wonderful records ever released--"Hot Lips Baby" b/w "Little Angel" on the Mar-Vel label of Hammond, Indiana, in 1958 (and reissued by Norton, of course). Herbie took the somewhat limited singing talent god gave him, added the rocket-fueled energy of a thousand Elvis Presleys, and came up with a musical formula no one has come close to matching in the 50 years since. He made a couple other records, good but not quite as magic as the first, and retreated back to a midwestern family life where he remained until his death.
I had the good fortune to track Herbie Duncan down in 1986, where he was living in a trailer park in Olathe, Kansas. As a rockabilly-obsessed 15 year old, I had formed the "Herbie Duncan Fan Club," not knowing initially that Herbie lived only a few hundred miles away. When we found out Herbie's whereabouts, we organized a three-hour tour to meet him--no mean feat when you're 15 and your oldest friend was 19. Herbie and his wife treated myself and my friends like long-lost friends. Herbie could not believe that anybody would want to talk to him about his rock & roll past, and thought we were half-crazy when heaping praise on "Hot Lips Baby." Such is the curse of genius. Herbie did give me a show business platitude that I still retain to this day: "If at first you don't succeed, suck and suck and suck until you SUCK-CEDE!" These are words to live by.
I'll always remember Herbie most from this visit, when he took his old guitar out of the case, sat on his La-Z-Boy chair, and began warbling "Me And Bobby McGee" in his trademark vocal style. His body, his hands, his head, remained almost motionless as the words and music spilled out from his voice and guitar. Strangely, almost inhumanly, the La-Z-Boy chair began violently rocking back and forth, as if it was levitating, though Herbie remained almost motionless. My friends and I looked at this and remarked on it later, and to this day I have no idea how he did that. There was magic--magic that few understood, but undeniable magic--contained in the body and soul of Herbie Duncan. That magic is gone from us now. Rest in Peace, Herbie, from your friend Deke.
Posted May 22, 2009
GREAT videos of my old buddy JOE BENNETT and his band THE SPARKLETONES (from my home town, Spartanburg, SC) in their hey day, mid-50s, and in 2005! Awesome!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=66dmIC7LIYE
www.youtube.com/watch?v=VGBXHCGFOgw&feature=related
www.youtube.com/watch?v=8TXr-odON4E&feature=related
Michael Buffalo Smith - gritzman@charter.net
Posted May 21, 2009
OPEN LETTER TO: FOR RUSTY EVANS
SAW YOU FOR THE FIRST TIME LAST SUMMER AT THE SWINOMISH CASINO IN WASHINGTON STATE. I WENT TO A JOHNNY CASH SHOW (DAN WHYMS) LAST THURSDAY NIGHT. HE IS SUPPOSED TO BE THE REAL DEAL. SO CLOSE YOU CAN'T TELL. I HAVE SEEN HIS SHOW AND I HAVE SEEN YOURS AND LET ME TELL YOU WHEN I LEFT YOUR SHOW I WAS MUCH MORE PLEASED. I AM A BIG BIG FAN OF JOHNNY CASH AT LEAST I WAS LUCKY ENOUGH TO SEE HIM ONCE. YOUR VOICE, YOUR SONG SELECTION WAS MUCH MUCH BETTER, AND DENNIS CAMPO IN LAKE STEVENS WA. HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON. dinosnacks@msn.com
Posted May 21, 2009
LUMBERJACK BOB BEASLEY passed away today the 21st of May. He went peacefully after being ill with Throat Cancer. He was larger than life and I will miss my Uncles laughter. He died at ST. Peters hospital in Olympia Washington. Melinda Lorene Adams - millie.adams@gmail.com
ALSO: The Beasley family regrets to inform you that Bob sercombed to Bone Cancer on 5-21-09 after winning a short battle with Prostrate Cancer prior to this. He fought like a warrior and died like a gentleman. He has joined his good friend Buddy Knox and the legends of old in Rockabilly Heaven.
Thank You for your support and kindness. His very best is sent through his family to you.
May God Bless You. Sincerely, - Bob Beasley Jr.
Posted May 21, 2009
Hey BO DIDDLEY fans,
We are delighted to announce the launch of BoDiddley.com, the Official Bo Diddley Web Site. BoDiddley.com will offer: *Bo Diddley merchandise -
*Digital downloads of your favorite Bo Diddley songs as well as never released material -
*DVD release of Bo Diddley's last recorded performance.
BoDiddley.com, the Official Bo Diddley Web Site, is located at
http://www.bodiddley.com -
surfsinkorswim@yahoo.com - David Blakey, Webmaster
Posted May 21, 2009
F.Y.I. Rockabilly Hall of Fame Great Leon Bass passed away on March 15, 2009. He was best known for the hit records "Love a Rama" and "Country Hix". He taught me my first guitar licks. He will be truly missed. Tom Mathis - t.mathis@nsai.com
Posted May 19, 2009
Hi! WE are Miguel Brus & Selva Escandell, we are rock&roll dancers from Argentina.
Selva Escandell - selvae@hotmail.com
Posted May 19, 2009
Hi Cats, It's a pleasure to me to show you all our band. I hope you like it. Please click on this links and take a look:
Buscare Un Hogar (Spanish Language):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ohJphte4HRY
Baby Lets Play House (Elvis Cover):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akGzkqD1tr4
And this is our MySpace:
www.myspace.com/killbillytrio
Toni Killbilly - aromeromis@hotmail.co
Posted May 18, 2009
Dear Friend,
Just found your superb website for the late great Gene Vincent..and wondered if you could help me, i have been trying for many years to obtain a concert handbill by Gene who headlined the show at the ABC THEATRE BLACKPOOL: AUGUST 18th 1963 with Shane Fenton & The Fentones as support act etc...a copy of this handbill was sold on ebay some time ago and i was outbid..Would you have a copy of this handbill ?
if so would it be possible to obtain a photo copy for myself,I have a blow up advertisement from the Blackpool Gazette for the show,but the newspaper advert is different to the handbill...I would be more than happy to get a copy of this done for you in trade. Many Thanks. Your Friend, Graham - gpa412@cornerways65.freeserve.co.uk
Posted May 13, 2009
I'm looking for a 45 by an artist named Billy Ledbetter out of Monroe Louisiana. The 45 is Stealing Hubcaps/My little dream girl. I beleive lable is GRC early 60's. anyone having a copy please contact me at cindy_harmer@yahoo.com - Thank you -
Cindy Harmer
Posted May 13, 2009
The Blue Caps Guitars are up for auction. These are the one that were used from 1980 till present. They were also custom made for the group by Leo Fender himself. The Red Caviler was used by Johnny Meeks until just last month. The White Caviler was used by Paul Peek until his death, and the Blue Toro Bass was used by Bobby. The red, white and blue colors was used to promote the new G&L company during the Blue Caps European tour.
These are listed with Hertiage Auctions in Dallas, and are included in their June Entertainment and Music auction. The auction starts May 18th. I just thought some of you may want to know.
The address is www.ha.com -
It's been awhile since I've posted. My name is Jerry Williams and have been playing with Johnny for the last 18 years. As some of you know, Johnny doesn't own a computer and doesn't want to learn. So I do most of the correspondance by e-mail for Johnny.
Ya'll take a look!!! Keep Rockin' - scoutctr@yahoo.com
Posted May 9, 2009
I'm trying to locate Stan Perkins. I interviewed him years ago re: his father Carl for my book Beatles Undercover (do a search on that book on amazon). I need to ask him a few questions re: the revised edition of that book to be published soon. Thank you.
Most respectfully, Kristofer Engelhardt -
author: Beatles Undercover, From Grand Funk To Grace - 270@charter.net
Posted May 9, 2009
My friend Dave Bull, in Ontario, Canada, has a group called " Buddy Holly Lives." I dunno why his Youtube moniker is Rockabillyotis, but that's how I find him.
They perform a lot in their home country. Dave looks enough like Buddy with those dark-rimmed glasses on, and the sound is very good.
Dave sends me periodic links to new performances. If you are interested in seeing this fine impersonation, here's his Youtube link.
rockabillyotis - John Hall - jbhall0842@verizon.net
Posted May 9, 2009
I NOTICED SOME ONE ASKED FOR PHOTO'S OR INFORMATION ON ROBBY VIDONE WELL PALLY I WAS HIS MANAGER FOR QUITE A BIT OF HIS ALUSTRUS CAREER (EXCUSE THE SPELLING) CONTACT ME AT TEAPOT_01@MSN.COM WAS A BIG HIT IN CHICAGO WITH HIS CONN. BAND CALLED ROBBY AND THE TROUBADOURS. LOOK ME UP. kal fagan - teapot_01@msn.com
Posted May 9, 2009
I am a producer who is working on a show we are pitching to the TV networks for possible pick-up. The show features hot rods from the early fifties and the people that built them. The cars are the authentic thing and the sound track must be true to the visuals......so rockabilly it must be. Do you think you could direct us to some artists that would let us use their music royalty free for the purpose of pitching the show, and if it is picked up hopefully some money can be had?
Buddy Winsett
Chameleon Filmworks
14375 Myer Lake Circle
Clearwater, FL 33760
voice (727) 210-2444
fax (727) 773-2878
cell (727) 463-7285
buddy@chameleoncom.com
Posted May 9, 2009
I have several autographed Orion albums that belonged to my mother. If you know anyone that may be interested in them please email me.
Thank you and God bless!
Rick Cutlip - rmrstudio@yahoo.com
Posted November 9, 2008
I am looking for an album that was recorded in the 60s by Harmie Smith.
Harmie was one of the original acts on the Louisiana Hayride. He came back t
o Shreveport when I was a DJ at KEEL. He worked at KCIJ. When Bob Smith
came there later, many thought Bob, who became Wolfman Jack, was Harmie's son.
I called relatives of Curtis Kirk who had a studio in Tyler and was informed that
Curtis Sr. died in 1984. Robin Hood Brians said he did not record it, so
it must have been Curtis Kirk, as he had his own label. I don't remember
the name of the album, but it was Harmie singing with his Martin guitar
in the background. Maybe there was a bass on it, I don't remember.
If you have a copy of it or know something about it, give me click.
There is a song in my Stage Of The Stars CD called Wrong Side Rusty that is about a DJ who once worked with me and became famous for picking the wrong side of those old 45RPM records. Rusty Reynolds received a special award at the
October 2008 Texas Association of Radio Broadcasters awards show and the
song was a part of the presentation. This CD also has many songs pertaining
to the Hayride and the Municipal Auditorium where so many of the old
country and rock-a-billy stars were discover. Don Logan - Don@dandydonlogan.com
Posted October 29, 2008
Hey, Carlos and the Bandinos are playing Shoreditch venue Cargo real soon,
on the 19th of November -if you have time have a listen and check out on
http://www.cargo-london.com/event/carlos-and-the-bandidos/ where
if you wish you can buy tickets in advance...is 7-until 1 in the morning.
hope some of you guys can make it down. Cargo - info@cargo-london.com
Posted October 16, 2008
I read Joe Wajgel's very informative page (http://www.rockabillyhall.com/HotRodLncln1.html)
on the history of the "Hot Rod Lincoln" song. I've been looking for a version
of it, (I believe by Commander Cody) that begins: My daddy said, " Son,
(You shameless, longhaired dope fiend) you're gonna drive me to drinking,
if you don't stop driving that hot rod lincoln!" It may be a live version.
I heard this version a few times back in the 70's on the radio, but have never
heard it since. If anyone can put me in contact with Mr. Wajgel, he may be
able to help, but I could not find a valid e-mail address for him.
Any assistance will be appreciated, Leslie Sapp - leslie@lesliesapp.com
Posted October 12, 2008
Looking for some Blue Caps Unleashed 1982.
Tbyles, jessicabyles@sbc.net
Posted September 19, 2008
I'm looking for the albums the country singer GINO KING recorded. I know they were recorded
in Candia in the 50s or 60s. I met Gino in 1979 and i became the love of his life.
No matter what path we each had to travel we always tried to stay in contact,
but the past couple years we had no contact. I got married and moved away and we
lost each other. I just found out the my best friend passed away in 2007. I'll always
have a love for Gino that will remain strong. We shared a lot of memories and adventures
together.The one thing i long for is to hear his sweet voice singing again.
If anyone knows how i can locate these records i would be very grateful!
Ginos doodle-do, Mollie - mollie19601@yahoo.com
Posted September 16, 2008
Is there anyone out there who can help with research on the Western Ranch Record
label? We're currently assisting the present owner to track down 45's for the
purposes of re-mastering. We've got some of it done with tracks available for
download at 99 cents each, but we would like more 45s or a bit more artist
info or any pictures. The owner will be happy to reimburse any expenses.
Have a look at www.nervous.co.uk/westernranchmp3.html. Roy Williams - roy@nervous.co.uk
Posted September 14, 2008
Hello. I would like to know if you know how to contact any of Johnny Horton's relatives
because I have the last picture of him alive. It was taken at the Skyline Club in Austin,
TX. just before he got in the car to leave. I would like to offer the photograph to them
if they want it. I hope you can help me. I've been trying for years to get one of the
radio stations to help me but I get nowhere. Thanks in advance. Mona Bateman, Skyline
Miniature Horses - MBat830123@aol.com
Posted September 14, 2008
Hi There, I work on the website for the Million Dollar Quartet, the new show about the
legendary 1956 jam session at Sun Records with Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash,
Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins. I your readers might be
interested in hearing about the show, which is set to open at the Goodman
Theatre in Chicago on September 27th.
For more information about the show, please go to
www.milliondollarquartetlive.com.
Thanks! Robert, Bay Bridge Productions - robbywagner@gmail.com
Posted August 20, 2008
Hello. Are there any good Rockabilly Double bass players out there?
We are an experienced Rockabilly band based in London. Must have style, abilty and a
charming personality. hthompson@cbi.com
Posted August 5, 2008
Looking to people who knew me from eartly 1960's. I played with Delbert McClinton,
Eddie Miller, Bill Dato, Bob Jones, Billy Cox and others at places like jim & bobs 312 club,
partyline, stork club, Sands on Jacksboro hwy. Cellar after hours band. jasper (bill) benson -
jasperbenson@sbcglobal.net
Posted July 29, 2008
I just picked up a few 45's by Steve Shuma, recorded in Barnesboro PA and
I live about 30 minutes from there and never heard of him.
Can anyone provide some information? Tony - ynotbop@atlanticbb.net
Posted July 28, 2008
I am a singer song writer from Wolsingham England, I write many songs but I have been
working on a concept solo album about Elvis, I though I let you know I have recently
written a song called "Nashville Dream 1954", the song is based on a real dream I had, in
the dream Elvis meets up with Johnny Cash and June Carter outside the Grand Old Opry,
where they all start singing and meet other passed stars of country and rocking and roll,
I'd like to share my song with Johnny Cash fans, to hear the track just go to the
link,
www.myspace.com/countrydavemurray.
Thanks so much, Dave Ciarella Murray - DSONGWRITER@aol.com
Posted July 23, 2008
I will be hosting a Rockabilly/R'N'R radio program on 89.7fm out of
Perth, West Australia on Sunday's 8 to 9am. Previous shows I have done have been named
R'n'R Jamboree and Rockabilly Hop, but was wondering if anyone had any other suggestions.
Theme song will be The Swag by Link Wray. Dave Blaine - daveblaine1958@hotmail.com
Posted July 15, 2008
Hello all. I am the Grandaughter of Buck Roberts or E.L. Roberts.
I am looking for any Big D info on him ... line ups ... people who knew him, anything.
He co wrote in my blue room - sonny james ...
wrote songs for joe paul nicholes
and had some contact with someone named dandy don logan.
If anyone has any info please contact me.
One of his most memorable experiences at big d was hearing Johnny Cash come out and
talk about the rain after being late for a show. He said you could hear the rain
on the old tin roof. Bren Boyd - bren.l.boyd@gmail.com
Posted July 9, 2008
The listing in the "W"s for GINNY WRIGHT needs to be hyperlinked to her website on
Yahoo. She is my penfriend and will shortly be visiting Blackpool at my invite as she
invited me to stay a couple of times with her.
She has a very active website with 150 plus members and was on the Hayride the night Elvis
debuted - being a bigger star than him at the time.
There were many Hot Boppin' Girls on her label like Alvadean Coker, Bolean Barry and Myrna
Lorrie.
Her website contains 100s of photos of Ginny from a child to the most recent with her
biggest fan and many of artists she duetted with like Jim Reeves, Tom Tall and T. Tommy
Cutrer. Richard Astley-Clemas - alicespiral@yahoo.co.uk
Posted July 1, 2008
Hi, Does someone know who owns the diary of Joyce Railsback Nichols,
and if it can be researched to loacte appearences¬Ýby certain artists.
Yours sincerely, Arie den Dulk, Jim Reeves Fan club - adendulk@gmail.com
Posted July 1, 2008
Come rock away 4th of July weekend with us at the Silver Star
casino in Philadelphia Ms!! We'll be back the following
weekend to perform with Cowboy Mouth. That's a show you don't want
to miss! There is still time to get your tickets for the Elvis
Cruise 2008. Come see us with the TCB Band, Terry Mike Jeffrey,
Andy Childs, Ronnie McDowell, DJ Fontana, Joe Guercio, Memphis'
own-Ruby Wilson, George Klein ,Argo from Sirius Radio and many
others. log onto www.theelviscruise.com, and www.elvis.com for more
information. Cruise dates are August 28-September 1.
Have a great day, The Dempseys - thedempseys@midsouth.rr.com
Posted June 17, 2008
I have always been a big fan of johnny horton music, in any bio I read on him
it only mentions two daughters, but a few years back, I saw a guy called tommy
horton who did a nice great tribute to johnny, and said he was the son of the late singer?
- Rcntrygrl2008@aol.com
Posted May 14, 2008
i want to know what a signed elvis presley thank you card would be worth
today, from 1973. Bea - kitaril@gamezonemail.com
Posted May 6, 2008
Hey, just got off the horn with Bobby Vee and my song "Boogie Woogie Cadillac"
WILL be included on their new album CD. They are recording it in June and July.
They're making a Rockabilly sound out of it. I did it with a boogie beat.
I told him "sing it as a ballad, I don't care" hahahahaha!
I appreciate him accepting my song and look forward to hearing it. Should be out in August
sometime. He and his band (his sons) are doing two weeks in Branson and two weeks off
right now. Works good for them. Gives them a chance to do some local bookings
around his hometown. They travel in two vans. No bus anymore. Fuel costs are
blistering. Bobby is an alright guy. If he get's near wherever you live,
be sure and go see him. Thanks, Ronnie Haig - Backporchpicker@aol.com
Posted May 5, 2008
Seeking info on Tom Gorman, drummer for the Rebels a.k.a the Buffalo Rebels.
They were known for their song Wild Weekend and others.
Rosemary - rosewh@verizon.net
Posted May 4, 2008
Greetings Friends Around The World!
The long wait is finally over - here, for the FIRST time ever is a 3
part YouTube video of Bill Haley live in concert on October 26 1975 in
Sao Paulo Brazil at the private sports club "Anhembi" ... a club for the
youth from wealthy families!
As a special surprise - it's also the ONLY footage of drummer Tony
Benson with the Comets, who was a last minute replacement for Freddie
Moore.
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Thanks for your patience, and enjoy the videos!
Yours Truly, Bill Turner - bluesmokeband@verizon.net
Posted May 4, 2008
There is word that there will not be any more Rockin' 50s Fests in Green Bay
in either 2009 or in the future. Please sign the following petition in the hopes
hat they change their mind. Thanks for your support. Also, get your friends and
bandmates to sign the petition too, if possible. The more signatures the better.
http://www.PetitionOnline.com/rockin50/petition.html
Sheree Homer - homersm2001@yahoo.com
Posted April 29, 2008
Bobby Brown was recently inducted
into the Rockabillyhall of Fame. He is of Vaden Records fame and worked with a lot of
famous people.
"I had the pleasure of working with him a couple of years ago at The
Hemsby. I met his son, Mike, and hung out with him some. Bobby lived in Canada quite a
while and is now on the music producing and music promoting end of it. He is now ready to
get into the live performances again. Since I have been very fortunate meeting and
dealing with a lot of people in the music field, I told him that I would try to put him
in contact with them."
His E-mail address is
usanetwork@comcast.net. He is living in Arkansas now. He
is a good entertainer and easy to work with.
Check out his page on Rockabillyhall of
Fame. A special thanx to all of the people who have promoted him and backed him.
Posted April 29, 2008
For any who have an interest in 40's and 50's session musician, song
writer, and recording artist Louie Innis, I have an article and
discography in the current issue of Blue Suede News.
Clarence Grelle - cgrelle1@hotmail.com
Posted April 26, 2008
INFORMATION ON THE BLANKENSHIP BROTHERS A INDIANA GROUP FROM THE MID TO LATE 50'S.
HAVE SEEN SOME OF THEIR 45'S SALE REALLY WELL ON EBAY. CANNOT FIND ANY LISTING FOR THEIR
RECORD LABELS SKYLINE OR BLUGRASS OR ANY CD'S WITH THEIR MUSIC. ANY INFOR WOULD BE HELFUL.
THANKS, RANDY EMAIL: hdread1@nctc.com
Posted April 22, 2008
Does anyone know who wrote the following two Buddy Knox songs:
(1) Storm Clouds - listed as Duncan. Is this Jimmy Duncan who wrote "My special Angel" or
someone else;
(2) Cause I'm in Love - listed as Kirshner/Rogers. I assume Kirshner is Don Kirshner,
but who is Rogers?
Thanks for any help on these. Cecil Carpenter - cscj01@gmail.com
Posted April 16, 2008
My name is Jesse Schear, my wife's name before she married me was Sherri Wilson.
She is the daughter of Jimmy Wilson who played with Billy Lee Riley.
We are trying to contact and other children of his that we have yet to find.
We have a 10 year gap from about 1964-1974 where we are not sure if there are any kids.
We know of children from 1957-1964 and 1973/1974 and on.
Any assistance you could give us would be greatly appreciated.
Sincerely, Jesse Schear - 937-853-2217(work) - 937-241-8754(cell) - jeschear@Schear.Net
Posted April 7, 2008
Still seeking info on Phil Grey or Gray and his Go Boys. Tunes include
"Pepper Hot Baby" and "Bluest Boy in Town". Circa 1956. Top shelf rockabilly.
It would seem from the guitar solos that the player was the first president
of his local Scotty Moore fanclub. catman - r.ladden@comcast.net
Posted April 7, 2008
Hi to all, I have alot of extra rockabilly 45s.
I would love to trade for other rockabilly 45s i dont have, i may even be willing
to sale some of them thanks.
robbie lanham - blanham@valornet.com
Posted April 6, 2008
Hi Guys, Next Tuesday (15th), Radio 2 are repeating 'Rockabilly Rules OK?', the doc I made last
year on the 70's 'revival'; (Mark Radcliffe presented it. I'm not 'celebrity` enough)
It was the first time in 40 years that 'our`' music had been heard on national radio ... so
this will make it twice! (But probably another 40 before it happens again).
Don't know the time, probably 8pm, but check out:
www.bbc.co.uk/radio2 - roy@nervous.co.uk
Posted March 31, 2008
Johnny Cash On Sun Records. I am looking for some information about a
Johnny Cash song on Sun Records. It is a 45 of "You're The Nearest Thing To Heaven."
The copy I have has his name spelled Johnnie rather than Johnny.
I have looked at other copies of this song on 45 and 78 but they are all spelled correctly.
My father in law was an aspiring songwriter and worked very closely with Jack Rhodes
in the 1950's and 1960's. This record is an original from his collection.
Any help will be greatly appreciated. Don Vinson - worshipdude@aol. com
Posted March 25, 2008
Hi, I have a jerry lee from I think 1965 number 396 DJ copy. Any info is appreciated.
Ted - tedskinner71@verizon.net
Posted March 17, 2008
Hello Bob, J.D., Wanda, Billy Lee, Adrian, Nol and all the fans and artists at the Hall Of
Fame site. I am having a bout with cronic bronchitis right now going into my 6th week
with it & after two rounds of antibotics.
I am still writing and recording, sending my songs overseas. Kitty Houston who performs
and resides in Oklahoma City just recorded my newest "do wap" song entitled "Hope You Read
My Letter". Thanks Kitty! Kitty has done several others of mine.
I have a couple of new CD albums just released on Vega Records. One is "Pure Country" and
the other is all of my old scratchy 45 rpm records included on an album I call "The End Of
An Era". Some of them are my 1959 recording of "New Heartache"..."Wind Down",
the ones I recorded for Bill Black, my most popular record of 1969, "East Of Tulsa"
and some solo cuts on Pyramid Records Of Nashville.
Wishing everyone a great 2008 ... Keep on rockin'.
Best Wishes, Roy Cost - roycost@conwaycorp.net - Website: www.roycost.com -
A Proud Member Of "The Rockabilly Hall Of Fame"
Posted March 16, 2008
My name is Fabris G. Luca, 42 years old, Italy. I'm an Elvis Presley researcher
expecially on the early days.
All my researches are in relation to a book/CD project for the Elvis fan club
network. It's a 3/4 CD 200 pages book about Elvis stay at SUN
records done by Ernst Jorgensen(man in charge of SONY Elvis music catalogue and also a
fan!) which I'm now helping detailing the period from July of 1954 through the end of
1955.
The book will consist of more than 400 early photos - half of them previously unpublished.
It's not an attempt of once again write the story of
Elvis Presley, but more a collection of information, photos, memorabilia and stories
shared by fans who
where there at the time. The book will not deal in gossip or other unpleasant
material,it's all about the innocence of the time and the impact of Elvis'
music. We are trying to document every single show Elvis did, and we have come fairly
close.
So I'm looking for photos,recordings from Louisiana Hayride (KWKH program transmitted also
by KTHS) or Opry,or any live radio gigor interview...
ANYTHING IS WELCOME FROM THE 50s!!
I'm trying to locate DJ Red Smith working for WBOK New Orleans in 1955 and KLLL Lubbock TX
in 1958 ... Do you have friends owning photos or recordings?
Anyone's help is welcome! I hope this is not too much of an intrusion.
Sincerely yours,
Fabris G. Luca,
Elvis Researcher - plcpf@tin.it
Posted March 16, 2008
Ramalamadingdong 08 Easter edition!Two day rock & roll/rockabilly party
in Kajaani Northern-Finland at easter time friday/saturday.
Check out www.ramalamadingdong.tk for more info. j.Honker - perttups@nettilinja.fi
Posted March 11, 2008
Hi, Just letting you know about the fantastic Twinwood Festival of '40s/50s music with FIFTY
live acts over the three days of August Bank Holiday 2008.
Amazing facilities for dancing with one, two, and three day tickets available
along with superb camping. Also there are good opportunities for traders.
Check us out at www.twinwoodevents.com
or email or phone us on 01923 282725 for your free colour brochure. Look forward to
hearing from you. Best regards, Alice, Twinwood Events - info@twinwoodevents.com
Posted March 11, 2008
Greetings from The Oxford American Magazine!
We are currently putting together The Oxford American's Anthology of Great Music
Writing and would like to include a piece on Carl Perkins by Mississippian
Joe Tidwell. Since publishing Joe, we have lost contact but need his
permission to Anthologize his work. I'm not sure if you are
familiar with Joe Tidwell, but any help you can offer in contacting
him would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Jessica Allgaier
Editorial Assistant
OXFORD AMERICAN MAGAZINE
editorial6@oxfordamericanmag.com
(501) 450 5800 office
(501) 450 3490 fax
Posted March 10, 2008
Hello, My name is Phil Cay, I am searching for a recording I made in the 1960's Ron Label
"Blue Eyes" by Phil Cay.
After recording this song I never received a copy for myself.
I have only seen it for sale one time on EBay and I missed it.
Please let me know if anyone knows where I can get a copy.
Thanks, Phil Cay, Phil Cay and the Blue Notes, Phil Cay and the Chantels -
email philcay@yahoo.com - 904-964-2308 -
Phil Cay, 118 N Walnut Street, Starke, Florida 32091
Posted March 9, 2008
Hi Folks! WORLD PREMIERE! Out now an exceptionel album by an extraordinary songwriter. It's the
first album by a non-blind artist with text in braille at the back side of the album. Why?
Easy: "It's Sociabillywoprock Time!" is a rock & roll album of the different kind:
sociabillywoprock is a crossover from lustre music and party music with a focus on SOCIAL
themes!!! Rockin' Henri likes to get attention for the disabled.
With his songs Rockin' Henri likes to touch people's hearts with catchy songs about those
who're forgotten in our society and dealing with topics about our common (but ignored)
feelings.
Rockin' Henri is a 'boy next door' type of rocker, your rock & roll buddy. Rock & Roll has
never been so close.
With his songs he also likes to bring yesterdays teens back into their youth with melody
and rhythm, and with the lyrics let them be aware of nowadays in which they're grandma or
grandpa and have a lot of experience in life.
For the younger generation the album is a revelation. Henri added a new chapter to rock &
roll, according to the words of drummer legend Bob Burgos (from early 80's "Rockabilly
Rebel" Matchbox fame) who also contributed to the album.
Also Rockabilly Hall Of Fame members like Roy Cost and Ronnie Haig and Country Hall Of
Fame member Kitty Houston contributed to the promotion of this unique album.
It contains 29 tracks (partly recorded in a true 50's studio with original 50's equipment)
and a 32 page full color booklet.
Rockin' Henri was accompanied by The Rock-A-Tones (compiled from members from Ike & the
Capers (Germany) and The Round Up Boys (Germany) who already made some US tours) and The
Letzebillies (compiled from members from Ten Strike (Luxembourg/Germany) and Little John &
The Cadillacs (Luxembourg/Germany).
Just have a look at http://www.rockinhenri.com of http://myspace.rockinhenri.com to learn
why an amateur like Rockin' Henri (from The Netherlands) got the chance from a young
record label in Switzerland to show the world his writing talent.
Rockin' Henri - info@rockinhenri.com
Posted March 3, 2008
Hey check out the new videos posted on youtube of my buddy rayburn Anthony along with Carl
Mann and WS Holland at a recent show (Feb 2008) ... pictures could be a bit brighter but
lots of rockin' and country classics ...
Jim Newcombe, jimmy_newcombe@hotmail.com
Posted March 1st, 2008
Catch Legends Bruce "Hey Baby" Channel,Fred Horrell & The Flames on April 5, 08 at the
Arena Bldg in Cape Girardeau, Mo. This Kiwanis sponsored annual event is one you won't want
to miss. Also see Kim Keele Jasinski, Decade Band & more playing 50's-60's rock & roll
the way it's supposed to be played. Be There. Fred Horrell - fredhorrell@bigrivertel.net
Posted February 25, 2008
Here we go again, our eventh year!!
The International Rockabilly Rebels Meet & Greet is an event so that Crazy
Cats and Cool Chicks from the Rockabilly Mailing List and MySpace on the
Internet can get acquainted and socialize before Viva Las Vegas.
No bands are formally booked, however jamming is encouraged.
Please bring a six pack of soda pop or beer. Markets and 7-11 are right
around the corner from my house.
The Meet will be from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm Wednesday April 9, the day before
Viva Las Vegas, at Rancho Ronny, my house.
Admission is free, however you MUST reserve your name and that of your
friends.
rockronny@aol.com.
Ronny Weiser, 2460 Casey Drive,
Las Vegas, NV 89120 (Two blocks South of Tropicana at Eastern)
Posted February 22, 2008
I would like to know the age of Pep Torres.
Who knows? Fernando - fernandoortolani@hotmail.com
Posted February 15, 2008
I'm currently putting together a CD project to be released early next
year on El Toro which will, hopefully, be the difinitive (only?)
compilation of African American artists performing in a style close to
the classic rockabilly sound.
I have already included the majority of the classic sides, by such as
Chuck Berry, Magic Sam, G L Crockett, Big Al Downing, Rosco Gordon,
Slim Harpo, Ray Sharpe, Brownie McGhee, etc. and the odd tracks which
dominantly feature a black musician (e.g. Mickey Baker with Joe Clay)
but I can't help feeling there is the odd recording that has slipped
my mind. Any suggestions?
The criteria I am using is that the tracks should be limited to those
loosely featuring a classic white rockabilly/rock 'n' roll band line-
up - guitars (rhythm/lead/steel), bass, drums and piano - but no
brass/reed instruments unless they are very understated. And also that
the recordings should be fairly contemporary with the white
counterpart (so no Arthur Crudup, Leroy Dallas, Muddy Waters, etc.
which may have inspired the sound but significantly pre-dated it).
There is also an artist or two that I would like to include, yet I
have held off because I am not sure they are actually black; Pico Pete
and Fat Daddy Holmes for example. And what about Rocket Morgan? Are
there any photo-articles on these guys that I've missed over the years?
Any help will be gratefully received and credited on the final package.
Dave Penny - dave.penny@mcps-prs-alliance.co.uk
Posted February 15, 2008
I just wanted to say that Carl Perkins was my cousin. Stan would be my cousin too.
I am from Caruthersville Missouri. My grandfather's mother and Carl's mother were sisters.
Bethany Brantley - Bethany.Brantley@greatrivermc.com
Posted February 4, 2008
Hey Gang we are back form 15 days of sun and fun and the pictures from the Concerts at Sea cruise will
be on the Rewind web site soon so keep checking sometime this week. We had a blast with Bill Medley,
Paul Revere & The Raiders, The Lovin Spoonful, and Davy Jones (The Monkees) plus the Chancellors and
Stacy Wayne. Mike Harvey's Sock hop Rocked and the Game show I did was off the hook with the Lovin
Spoonful playing. I hope you all come next January 10-17, 2009 featuring Bobby Vee, The Original
Comets, Charlie Thomas of the Drifters, Diamond Dave Somerville, Judy Craig Mann of the Chiffons and
Fabian. Most of you know that each one of the artist are personal friends of mine and we will have a blast.
Plus January 11, is my birthday so we are going to try to do something special that day on the ship or
in Key West. Then we go out again January 17-24th with Paul Revere & The Raiders, The Guess Show,
Dean of Jan & Dean and more to be announced. Be sure to go to
www.ConcertsatSea.com or you can link from the Rewind web site,
speaking of Rewind Since Jan. 1st of 2008 we have had 217,559 hits! to the Rewind web site.
Thanks for making Rewind The Number one show of it's kind.
Jimmy Jay - jimmyjay@rewindshow.com -
www.RewindShow.com
Posted January 31, 2008
hiya lads & ladettes. i'm trying to get hold of videos of the old Rock and Roll piss ups held in battersa
town hall by len patterson. i know they used to sell them at the shows in the old days.
the one i'm trying to find was around 1990-1992 featuring my old mate Chris Black. he was performing as a
duo at the time with a singer called ... wait for it Raven Steel (me) the voice of cochran would appreciate
any help or advise theres a link on you tube to us both at the time check it out.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WT-ODNhSEA8. still a rock & roll classic cheers mick parle.
mick parle (Raven Steel) + Chris Black - michaelparle1@yahoo.ie
Posted January 22, 2008
Gosh! Tony Wilkinson missed the sensation of the night - Furious! These guys are goin'
places. Wild young, energetic - not like the rest of us ageing rockers, eh?
Roy Williams - www.nervous.co.uk
Posted January 21, 2008
Mini Review: The Rockers Reunion last Saturday night was most enjoyable. Even Uncles
Phil and Shaun, armed with their passports, ventured across the Severn Bridge.
* Midnight Shift - good opening straight ahead rock 'n' roll band
* Mean Streak stuck mainly to covers of British rock 'n' roll but
performed them well with plenty of spirit and professionalism
* Paul Ansell's No. 9 were simply superb. A great selection of
numbers, temps and styles of music. Boy, this guy is good and his band sublime
* Johnny Powers with Chris Casello on guitar. Blindingly good
powerful rock 'n' roll. Powers voice and stage presence still of the top order and
Casello's guitar playing amongst the best that there is out there today.
* Crazy Cavan & The Rhythm Rockers - I went home.
For sure, another great Rockers Reunion. Regards, Tony Wilkinson
Posted January 21, 2008
Rockabilly Weekend, 06/28/08 Indianapolis Indiana ... does anybody have any info on this?
I haven't found any information on this event. Daryl - dkscrazyman@yahoo.com
[Editor's Note] See
this page.
Posted January 19, 2008
OPEN MESSAGE FOR BILLY BURNETTE
Hello! My name is Heleh. I am from Caucasus. Please forgive me that I address to you.
But first of all, I want say you I like you are still playing.I very like concert
"The long road home" and I just want to tell you: "Thank you so much" for your creative work.
I think you know George Hawkins? I would like to thank him, but I don't know where I can
address. I want to learn as much as possible about George Hawkins.
I very hope you help me and please forgive me I don't speak English very well.
Thank you, good bye. ALL THE BEST. - lenbo-ja@list.ru
Posted January 17, 2008
Hello. My parents are from Sledge, MS and went to high school with Harold
Dorman who wrote and performed the song "Mountain of Love" in the 1950s.
I really would like to find out what he is doing now and would like to know how
to get in touch with him. Both of my parents are deceased and I have some
questions for him about them that he may be able to help me with.
Thanks for any help you can give. Ginger McGregor - gingerjedat@yahoo.com
Posted January 14, 2008
Please can you help me find the artist who sang "Grand daddies rockin in his rockin chair"?
REALLY WOULD APPRECIATE IT, THANK YOU, LINDA BURROWS -
linda.burrows4@ntlworld.com
Posted January 9, 2008
After his move from St. Louis to Branson Missouri - Mike Taylor and
his Rockabilly hour is back online at Rock-it Radio. You can
hear his show in the archives webpage at:
http://www.palmsradio.com/rockittext.htm
and click to the speaker next to show #2378.
Lots of great vintage rockabilly is to be had and heard! The show
should remain online for at least 10 days.
Bennie Dingo, Rock-it Radio
http://www.rockitradio.net
Posted January 5, 2008
I listen to Metallica and music like that. I know that nothing would compare but i was wondering are there any groups that have a harder edge. I really like Link Wray.
Thanx. Jeff Campbell - campbellj2515@yahoo.com
Posted January 3, 2008
MY NAME IS DENISE. MY FATHER, BILL YATES, PASSED AWAY DECEMBER 5TH OF 2007.
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR HONORING HIM ON YOUR WEBSITE. DENISE NUGENT -
DNUGENT876@YAHOO.COM
Posted January 1, 2008
Are there any photos of Robby Vidone? I knew him in the late 50's when he started out.
I would appreciate any help you can give me. He went by the name of Bobby Vidone.
Thank you. Gail Kyle Christensen - kylegirls@msn.com
Posted December 29, 2007
Just want everyone to know that Jimmy Clee of "King Lefty and His Royal Rangers"
passed away this summer here in Florida. I've been trying to locate anything on
him for his niece, this would be much appreciated, thanks. tmperrys@bellsouth.net
Posted December 21, 2007
Here's a link to a great story about Wild Records, an L.A.-based label "whose sole purpose
is to conjure rock and roll's original spirit with each and every rough edge exposed."
Link to the story:
http://www.clevescene.com/2007-12-19/music/the-wild-kind/
Jason Nedley - jason.nedley@clevescene.com
Posted December 21, 2007
Hi there rockabilly kids. I'm happy to tell you my new single
"Knocking on knock-kneed Nellie's door, knock knock." will be out in early
January. I'm backed with my new band the Kickelsons, see you on gigs in Finland this spring.
Gabriel Kikkeli - gabe@gmail.com
Posted December 17, 2007
OPEN LETTER TO STAN PERKINS:
Hi Stan, My name is Joe Oswald and we worked together for a brief time at Big Star grocery
in Jackson, Tennessee back around 1970. If I remember correctly you were driving a yellow
442 Oldsmobile back then. I graduated South Side with Russ Hall in 1972. Please give my
e-mail address to Russ, I would like to see how he is. I heard that you were married to
Russ' sister Connie. Please tell Connie I said hello too. I am in the Navy stationed at
NAS Pensacola, Florida and will retire with 30 years this coming April. Just wanted to
drop you a line and say hello. I hope all is going well with you and yours. Hope you
have a Merry Christmas! One last thing ... have a ticket to a concert in Lexington,
Tennessee back in 1969. I sold tickets to the concert when I was in the Boy Scouts. Your
dad signed the back of my ticket for me, Johnny Cash signed it twice, and WS Holland and
Bob Wootton also signed it. It is one of my prized possessions. Take care Stan.
Joe Oswald - aocm1976@yahoo.com
Posted December 7, 2007
CARL MANN out with his first Christmas album CD release "A Rockabilly Christmas". He
previewed the new CD at a Christmas performance at Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center in
Huntingdon, Tennessee, December 8. He will be interviewed by Doctor Rock on BBC-Radio in
December. Carl was the youngest artist in the Sun stable in the late 50s-early 60s. He
went on to write and record many great coutry songs for ABC/DOT Records in the mid 1970s,
and in the early 80s he recorded for Rockhouse Records in Holland, where he had several
good rockabilly albums and a live concert one. Carl retired from the music business in the
early 80s. He received a gold record for a million sales of his debut Sun release "Mona
Lisa", and was inducted into the Rockabilly Hall of Fame in Jackson in 2005. In the past
three years he has released his first gospel CD "Legacy", a CD of "Country Influences",
and his new Christmas CD. Mann will be appearing at the Ponderosa Stomp in New Orleans in
late April. The Mann still has it. Paul MacPhail - p.macphail@hotmail.com
Posted December 7, 2007
I am trying to find a cd or a 45 record of a Mickey Gilley song called Drive in movie. I
think from 1959. Not sure if he just redid it or it was one of his own.
Any help is appreciated. ken kinney - kd.kinney@cox.net
Posted December 6, 2007
Norways coolest teddyboy rockers, THE CASCADEZ, have changed name to:
HANK SUNDOWN & THE BOPSTERS and to celebrate this we have decided to give you a CD ... FOR FREE!
Download our brand new platter by visiting our webpage or directly from this link:
www.megaupload.com/?d=1JQ28CXJ
Hank Sundown & The Bopsters will start rehearsing in January and we hope to come and play for you sometimes in 2008. Until then you can enjoy this new FREE CD. The downloadfile includes ten song (both old and new) and cover. So you can burn a CD and print a cover. You will need WinZip to unpack the files! Teddyboy regards from Hank Sundown & The Bopsters. -
rockaround@rockaround.org
Posted December 4, 2007
One of the founding fathers of rock & roll, BO DIDDLEY celebrates his 79th birthday on
Sunday December 30th 2007 and we encourage all his many fans around the world to sign the
BO DIDDLEY-The Originator website Guestbook with their birthday greetings and messages.
As we always do at this time of year, we are making special arrangements for BO DIDDLEY to
view each and every one of your greetings. This is an opportunity for you to convey your
appreciation and best wishes to one of the undisputed legends of rock & roll and a true
original on the occasion of his 79th birthday.
Please sign the Guestbook, located at
http://members.tripod.com/~Originator_2/guestbook.html and show your support for The
Originator - BO DIDDLEY.
David Blakey - surfsinkorswim@GOBODIDDLEYyahoo.com
Posted December 4, 2007
Rayburn Anthony will be appearing for Blue Monday promotions in France April 26th 2008 ...
watch out for his British Festival debut later in the year. He's been getting a lot of
play and great re-action to "I Don't Sing Hank Williams Anymore" from his Rhythm Bomb cd
"Big Bad City", go to cdbaby to hear tracks from the cd.
You can hear an interview with him in English on www.folkradio.se/veckensgast.asp
You will see a photo on Rayburn and just below it click on KLICKA HAR to hear it.
Jim Newcombe - jimmy_newcombe@hotmail.com (NOSPAMjimmy_newcombe@hotmail.com)
Posted December 1, 2007
Hello, Seeking a copy of this obscure rockabilly 45 from Ohio. Good condition or better.
Dennie Mosley I Tried/Love Me,Love Me,Love Me B & 4 Records 817-9220 50s or 60s us pressing.
The B side song is an original song credited to Bill Caito. Anyone have a copy for sale?
obscuremusic - iwantvinyl@!gmail.com
Posted December 1, 2007
Looking for a live cd/album that Linda Gail Lewis did. I am told it was done in
England/Ireland.
If can help, contact me at email address ... or looking for anything live that she
might have done/recorded. larry adamson - larry1326@aol.com
Posted November 26, 2007
Thank you for remembering my grandfather, Gene Wyatt, on your site.
He died before I was born, but I have some of his records from the 1970's.
I had no idea he was so well known. Once again, thank you.
Angel - robert_waters7@comcast.net
Posted November 26, 2007
DOES ANYONE KNOW WHERE SAMMY MASTERS IS THESE DAYS? DOES HE STILL PLAY,
LAST I KNEW HE WAS LEADING THR TULSA COUNTRY BAND IN SOUTHERN CALIF.
I USE TO GO TO ELMONTE EVERTY WEEKEND TO HERE HIM PLAY. HE WROTE JINGLES FOR CAL
WORTHINGTON, I BELIEVE HE WAS MARRIED TO CALS DAUGHTER MARIA. I AM GOING TO BE VISITING CALF.
IN THE NEXT FEW MONTHS AND IF HE STILL IS PLAYING WOULD LOVE TO HEAR HIM. BRINGS BACK
MEMORIES FROM LONG AGO. LAURA AT lorettadawn@aol.com
Posted November 26, 2007
Does anyone have any information about Red Gable? He was a musician in Jackson, MS
around 1966. Nancy - mallady93@hotmail.com
Posted November 26, 2007
My mother's family was from Langley, Arkansas. My grandfather's name was David Morphew.
As was told to my uncle (by my grandfather) Ruby Blevins was his child. He was married
with children of his own when Ruby was born. I don't know if this is a fact or not,
but find the family secret an interesting one. Linda Martin Spillers - lspillers@swacmhc.com
Posted November 21, 2007
Hi! Rockabilly Hall Of Fame.
And how are you?
And I want to know all listings for Rockabilly Festivals.
And also this is very good website. Jayson Sloane - sloanej@sympatico.ca
Posted November 20, 2007
A very sad time for the Nashville music community and the world, as a true
incon has passed. John Hughey, my all time favorite steele guitar
player passed away in Nashville Nov. 18th. John was considered one of the
top steele players EVER. He played with Conway Twitty for aprox 30 years,
He retired from the road in 1998, after a wonderful 12-year stint with Vince Gill.
John can be heard on countless recordings, probably some of your favorites,
including Vince Gill's, "Look At Us".
He recently played on some of my songs for a new CD I am currently working
on, in Nashville. I first met John in Memphis in 1961, when we played in a
band together.
John will be missed. Our thoughts and Prayers go out to his wife Jean and
his family.
I have included a link for a video of John playing "Look at Us" on a
Jamboree in Knoxville, Tn.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IvFYj9-LU80
Ed Bentley - edbentley@edbentleymusic.com
Posted November 18, 2007
Hi kids. I'm an old git from Finland but I'm proud to say I was the first rockabilly singer
in my country. Yes there were rock and roll types before me but I'm the original rab-cat.
Those other types were wimps and copycats with no personality, they rose to stardom because
they looked good. I'm an ugly geezer but I could sing even then! Now I'm proud to say
I'm back, with brand new cd:
"Uglier Than Your Momma" eleven original rockin tunes straightforward rockabilly
and rock & roll,
no posers here. Be sure to ask it from your local records shop! Gabriel Kikkeli -
gabe@gmail.com
Posted November 14, 2007
JESSE LEE DENSON, 75, died this week at Methodist University Hospital. He was the
son of the late Jesse and Mattie Denson. His friends called him Lee. He was born in
1932 in Rienze, MS. Lee was a lifelong singer, songwriter and musician with numerous
musical compositions to his credit. Probably the best known is "The Miracle of the
Rosary" which was recorded by Elvis Presley. Lee leaves behind son, Jesse Denson
(Terry), son, James Denson (Anne), daughter, Maryanne (Dave), sister, Gladys Adams,
sister, Gloria Reed, brother, James Denson, sister, Deloris Clark (John), sister,
Virgina Fay Howard (Andy), brother, Lowell (Spike) Denson (Devonna) and also
15 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, who all love him dearly and will miss him.
Registered BMI credits from Lee's Rockabilly
days include:
A Doggone Fool
Climb Love Mountain
Devil Doll
High School Hop
Red Hot Rockin' Blues
The Pied Piper
The South's Gonna Rise Again
Twang
If you are a friend of Lee, please consider contributing to our "Goodbye" Guest Book at this location:
www.legacy.com/CommercialAppeal/GB/GuestbookView
James L. Denson (son) - densonj@jdcompuworks.com
Posted November 12, 2007
My good pal Des Johnston promotes Linda Gail annually over a weekend
(Fri/Sat 16/17 Nov) at the Crosshill Arms, Dalhowan St, Crosshill
01465 712342(between Girvan and Ayr near the SW coast of Scotland,
around 45 mins from Glasgow) backed by local rab band The Peas. Linda
recorded a live album there two years back and she always gets rave
reviews in the local media and sells shedloads of albums too. The Sat
show 17th is sold out but there are tickets left for the Friday.
Here's my review from the RHOF of the last show I attended there
http://www.rockabillyhall.com/LindaGailLewis.html.
Phil Davies, Wales
Posted November 11, 2007
Internet radio KLASFM.COM will be airing 3 one hour shows November 11-18th and the 25th,
featuring the music of Rockabilly Hall Of Fame Inductee, the late great Donnie Brooks!
It will air on the " Andrew Hill Show" at 2:30 pm Paficic Standard time.
Howard Deere Donnie's longtime bass player will host the first show.
Jewel Akins (The Birds and Bees) and longtime friend will host the second show.
And none other than Rockabilly Hall Of Fame Inductee Jerry Cole will host the third show.
As you all know Jerry was Donnie's Lead guitar player and sidekick for over 40 years.
Call-ins will be welcomed at 323-962-1937 during the show.
Thanks, Howard Thomason, California Rep. Rockabilly Hall Of Fame - htjt@thevision.net
Posted November 7, 2007
i really love this site, please keep up the good work,
thnx. italo - italo@mumumugu.com
Posted October 28, 2007
Not sure whether I may have posted on here but GINNY WRIGHT is my penfriend and I stayed twice with her in Georgia where we put up the website on Yahoo.
On here is a CD of all her recordings on 5 different labels up to the late 60s.
She had hit singles with Tom Tall and Jim Reeves and cut some great stuff in Nashville in the 60s for the Chart label.
Many of her early Fabor singles stand up as rockabilly especially Boom Boom Boomerang.
She is also a member of the Louisisana Hall of Fame and recognises me as her No 1 Fan.
Richard Astley-Clemas - alicespiral@yahoo.co.uk
Posted October 22, 2007
Just wanted to let everyone know that our bass player Nell has now got her sponsored bass.
This bass was imported and built by The Bass Shop in sydney www.thebassshop.com
You have to see this monster to appreciate it. You can view the bass and Australia's
only sponsored double bass player at www.bobkats.info We hope to see as many of you as
we can real soon. BobKat - david@bobkats.info
Posted October 16, 2007
I am looking for any recordings for my dad's group - Perk and The Flames, Wilbert "Perk"
Perkins, who just passed away. I found several articles on his music Group in Danbury
NewTimes December 3, 1962: "Danbury Youth Makes Record for Columbia" and May 7, 1963
"Danbury Teenagers Records An Original: Burn Down". My dad's group was called Perk and
The Flames and later they became known as The Four Flamers. My father recorded and wrote
several records titled "Stick Around" (most popular sold 20,000 the first month out),
"One More Chance", "Burn Down" and "Set Me Free" (my dad's vocal) (Rock N Roll, Blues and
Jazz) with Columbia Record and Smash Label in 1962 and 1963, he wrote and played the guitar.
Please contact me if anyone has any info. I certainly appreciate any help you may give me.
Thank You, Dionne Perkins - deefiant1@comcast.net
Posted October 15, 2007
Found your site while surfing for web sites on "Gino King". I don't see where anyone
has announced that "Gino" passed away on August 9th,
2007. I had the great pleasure to play with Gino for about three years. In the area of Wisc.
Dells and Adams, Wisc. He was so great I was showed some great picking from the man
"Gino King". I am glad we have great video of our band Orange Blossom Special playing
at the Green Lake Fest in Wisc. There is also great write up about Gino on the
WWW.steelguitarforum.com. From a lot of people that played with Gino.
Good Bless Ya Gino ... Jerry Deb - jerryguitarman@yahoo.com
Posted October 10, 2007
Rockabilly Radio Newsletter, October 9th, 2007:
Hi All, We are back! Rockabilly Radio was relaunched at 6 pm eastern US time on October
1st. We got off to a bit of a rocky start with buffering problems caused by some faulty
hardware. I guess it's true - if you don't use it you lose it.
I have redesigned the listen page on Loudcity, so those who have been using the direct
Loudcity link, may wish to go back and start from the website at
http://www.rockabillyradio.net to get the new direct link.
There is a new chat room added for anyone wishing to chat about rockabilly. I'll be in
there each Thursday evening starting around 6pm eastern US time. Please feel free to join
in.
The Bop2B show featuring Dave Brighton is being aired daily. Please check his page for
days and times. His Wildfire Willie interview and show was absolutely fantastic!
If you are having any difficulty listening, please let me know by either filling out a
support ticket or emailing me at don104c@yahoo.com
I have reapplied for a listing on iTunes. If they decide to accept the station it will
take some time for it to show up on their player.
I am considering launching a new 64k stream and possibly a 32k stream for dial up
listeners in November. I'm afraid that many listeners that can't connect at 128k are being
left out. Please let me know if you know of anyone with a slower connection that is having
problems listening.
The station raised $44.51 more in September than was needed to pay the October 1st bills.
Thank you everyone for making the relaunch possible. Currently we have raised a total of
$128.51 towards the November 1st expenses of $302.49. If you enjoy the station, you may
wish to take out a $5 a month donation subscription. It seems easier on the pocket for
everyone instead of having to rely on larger individual donations.
This month we mourn the passing of Janis Martin. Once promoted as the female Elvis, she
was so much more than that. She was a pioneer, an icon and a legend. She showed the world
that it was ok for women to rock. And rock they did, from Wanda Jackson to Lil' Bit.
Janis Martin, March 27, 1940 - September 3, 2007. May she rest in peace.
Thanks for your continued support of Rockabilly Radio and to the independent artists that
make the station possible. Don Freeman, Rockabilly Radio -
http://www.rockabillyradio.net
Posted October 9, 2007
Hey Folks! RONNIE HAIG ain't dead yet!
There's a BRAND NEW RONNIE HAIG CD album coming out soon on
"ROADSHOW RECORDS". WATCH FOR THE RELEASE DATE SOON!
"JESUS MUSIC" by Ronnie Haig.
T.J.Murr is releasing a 12 song Christian CD on Ronnie Haig (all new songs)
"My sincere thanks to T.J. for wanting to do this project. All 12 of these songs
make me very proud. Great to be on "Roadshow Records" Thanks for your support in the past.
RONNIE HAIG - Backporchpicker@aol.com
Posted October 8, 2007
Looking for Elvis pictures with his 1955 black Cadillac limo it was just sold at an auction
in September. For the up comming display of the car in September 5, 6, and 7th in Texarkana
Ark at the Tex Ark Antique Auto Museum at 217 Laurel St downtown Texarkana Ark, if anyone
can help please let me know. Texarkana has a festival every September and Elvis has
performed here in the early 50's. Thank Ya, Thank Ya very much. stephen yarberry -
tcb5669@aol.com
Posted October 7, 2007
My parents knew Tommy and Eleanor back in the 50's. He recorded a 45 on a label called Valli,
which was named after myself. I have a copy of that 45 and a signed picture of Tommy when he was in his 20's.
Do you know of anyone that might be interested in these? Valerie Bomer - vbomer@sbcglobal.net
Posted October 5, 2007
Charlie here, fellow Gene Vincent Fannatic! I recently got, from Norton Records,
Gene's Third, fifth, and sixth albums, all on the original Capitol Labels(these are Lps).
I am curious about something, how did these albums chart on the Billboard hot 200 LP list.
The albums are GENE VINCENT ROCKS and the BLUE CAPS ROLL, SOUNDS LIKE GENE VINCENT,
and CRAZY TIMES. How can I tell if CRAZY TIMES is the stereo version (only DARLENE
sounds like it is stereo)? By the way, I wonder if you know that there were 2
versions of DARLENE? Both the stereo and mono versions have different lyrics.
Thanks again for any info! CSJETFAN@aol.com
Posted October 1, 2007
Robin Luke - I have a signed photo of him. Sitting in Mr. and Mrs. Little's home on
the corner of Kelso Street and Osage Avenue in Inglewood, California. I met Robin in the
Little's living room. They had invited me to come meet him. I was about l2 years old
and he was going to college and living in a home behine his Grandma's home on Kelso
and Osage STreets across from Kelso Elementary School.
I WAS THRILLED. ALWAYS LOVED THE SONG SUSIE DARLING AND I THINK I STILL HAVE THE 45.
I know I have the signed photo. 8x11. Often wondered what happened to Robin.
Thought he was going to be a doctor. Or dentist. ????
Never thought about looking him up on the net til Bill O'Reilly intervewed Paul Anka
on the Fox News. Sent my mind wondering.
How can I write him a note? Mrs. Little was a Titanic survivor.
Mr. Little sold shoes, my school shoes each year in JCP downtown Inglewood.
How the years have flown by.
Diane V. Johnson Aune, Nine Mile Falls, Wa. age: 62 - UffDaDi@aol.com
Posted September 30, 2007
I just got the news that Barbara Luman, wife of Bob, has died. I
know we don't usually acknowledge the passing of family
members, but Barbara was really special to me. I got to know her
in the course of producing the two Bob Luman boxes for Bear
Family. She was helpful, warm, hospitable and sweet. I liked her
and those projects would not have been the same without her
willingness to help.
Barbara was a Canadian girl who made her way
successfully into Nashville country music culture, and then
returned home to family in Canada in her final years.
She will be missed.
Hank - hdavis@uoguelph.ca
Posted September 27, 2007
I would like to express my sympathy and prayers for the friends and family of Dale Houston of Dale
and Grace. He will be greatly missed by all the people whose lives got touched by him and his music.
Dale I will miss you ... TIM'S BIG SISTER IN SEATTLE. susan dever - suegdever@aol.com
Posted September 26, 2007
Don't miss the 10th Screamin' Festival!
27th May - 2nd june 2008 - 7 nights ...
Festival: Thursday to Sunday the 1st of June - 4 nights.
Where and line up (30 + BANDS) - coming soon!
We are working on a new website; in the meantime please visit:
http://www.myspace.com/screaminweekender -
Carlos @ El Toro - jumpblues@gmail.com
Posted September 25, 2007
On Thursday, September 20th, 2007, Lou Hobbs passed away. He had Parkinson's and leaves
behind his wife Nancy and five wonderful daughters. He lived in Jackson, Missouri
and will missed by many. If you would please link to SEMissourian online and click
on his article to donate to a local charity or just read more about the man himself.
Thank you. A Sad Friend
Posted September 24, 2007
Hey everyone, A few weeks agon there was a CD release party in Nashville for Lin
Poulson who was Travis LeDoyt's guitar player from 2002 until he died in a car accident
in November of 2004. A number of Lin's friends got together and put together a CD
of Lin who had recorded a lot of songs but never really finished any of them.
The album is wonderful and shows what great unseen talent was behind Travis
at all those Elvis tribute shows. Lin actually wrote or co-wrote most of what
you will hear. Tracy Herron is Lin's wife's sister and she is handling the CD sales.
If you who want to buy Lin Poulson's CD - here is her address and contact info:
The cost is $10 plus $2 for postage and handling and best of all the proceeds go to
Lin's 18-year-old son Kohl: Tracy Herron, 2007 Eastland Ave., Nashville, TN 37206,
615-400-7375 - tracalina777@hotmail.com
Posted September 21, 2007
Hi there! I grew up in northern California, in South San Francisco and later, Pacifica
(once known as Linda Mar, a block from the Pacific).
So your Hall of Fame really knocks me out!
I used be taken by my folks to The Garden of Allah (in Alviso, I think), and Forrester's
Hall, Redwood City. We grew up in the 1950's listening to KEEN, KSAY and KOBY, great,
long-gone AM radio stations. The last one mentioned played about everything from rock
to blues to country and rockabilly, and the fist two were straight-up hardcore country.
They had DJ's like Red Foley and Cottenseed Clark and Red Merle and Cactus Jack!
And these guys hosted the live music events and also did square dance clls at the
country hangouts. Man, it was a great era. I was a bit young to recall it all, but my
family was unique in that we just were fanatics about all kinds of music.
I found I loved late '20's and early '30's jazz a lot; Cab Calloway and all. Still do!
Fondly I recall seeing The Maddox Brothers and Sister Rose, several times in the late '50's.
Of course, we had local TV to thank. They were often on KGO, the ABC station from San
Francisco. I think we saw her open for a new performer who came out in his dress
Marine uniform and buzz-cut hair - George Jones!
Fender amps. Red pilot lights aglow ... my first exposure to amplified music.
I can still recall the spades, clubs hearts and diamonds running up the steel guitar neck.
The player had big shiny rings on, sparkling and plashing in the colored lights.
I'd never heard anything like it before!
"Been laid around and played around this old town too long
And I feel like I gotta travel on..." Man, I still love that tune.
So I'm 57 now and just thrilled as ever to reconnect with my Rockabilly roots.
It was the best then and still absolutely puts a smile on my face whenever I hear it.
I sing a lot of Carl Perkins with my group. Hey, Robert Gordon's still a fave!
Oh, you remember Marvin Rainwater? He cut one of my songs a while back -
BUNGEE JUMPIN' WITH THE LIVING DEAD. It's out on an English CD called Rockabilly Wildman!
Keep up the great work. Douglas Barrett Jones, Mountain View, CA - djsonovox@comcast.net
Posted September 18, 2007
From 1956-59 I was the resident "rockabilly" on 'Midwest Jamboree"
from ch 13 Kearney Nebraska. I could mimic most of the "rockabillys
of that era. Buddy Holly, Carl Perkins, Rick Nelson and Buddy Knox
besides the obvious Elvis. the only one I had trouble with was
Roy Orbison. I hope everyone saw the ventriloquist on "America's Got talent"
a few weeks back. He did Roy Orbison as good as I have ever heard it done.
I still do voices but I had to find my own identity and could only do that
through songwriting. through the years I wrote and recorded songs of all genres.
One of the best was a 45 rpm "Denver" Pt1 @2.
I also wrote a Halloween Folk grass song called "Ghost on Funk road"
KETV made a video of my song and story in 2001. You can google
Ghost Of Funk road @ Next Exit to see and hear me. It's not my studio
recording but it is interesting.
Bob Ayres - bobayres1@hotmail.com
Posted September 17, 2007
Why hasn't Scotty Moore's web site active since Feb 07?
I also tried to find him on my space. With all the resurgence
of Elvis popularity, there should be alot to visit about.
bobayres1@hotmail.com - RIVERBOAT BANJO BOB AYRES
Posted September 16, 2007
My name is Sonny and I really enjoy this site. I play slap bass for a Brazilian
rockabilly banda called Crazy Legs.
Please visit our home page and don´t forget to drop us a line at our guestbook.
All the best!
Sonny Rocker - sonnyrockerbass@gmail.com - www.crazylegs.com.br
Posted September 13, 2007
Hello, Sun Records Artist Luke Wright here, former guitarist for The Four Upsetters
& Jerry Lee Lewis as well as many sessions with top Sun artist. I would like to talk
with some of my old friends that I haven't seen in many years. Please contact me as
well as any interviews with Radio or TV music related airs. Book and recording
interviews as well.
My contact number is 423-869-4056,
Harrogate, TN. Look forward to hearing from you.
Luke Wright - visionmetalrec@bellsouth.net
Posted September 13, 2007
My name is Chris Dean. I am the son of Charlie Dean formerly of Charlie Dean and the
Rondells. I am very interested in any information you could send me. Thank You,
Christopher Dean - bdkjdean@yahoo.com
Posted September 13, 2007
I saw the Collins Kids perform Sunday night at the Village Music show in San Francisco.
They got a deservedly terrific review in yesterday's San Francisco Chronicle.
A follow-up show in SF would sell very well. Rich - r_lang@pacbell.net
Posted September 12, 2007
I host a RAB/Psych show in Florida on 96.5 WSLR called Hot Rod Rock
Radio. It is on Mondays from 2 to 4:30pm Eastern time. The show also
streams live on the internet for those not in the Sarasota area on
www.wslr.org - http://www.wslr.org/
I am trying to find out if anyone can help me get new or recent music
sent to the station. It would be reviewed to list the style and point
out any obcsenity. Once it is reviewed it would be placed in our cd
library for airplay. I am pretty much the exclusive dj for this genre.
If anyone sends me stuff I will report it when played. It would be
awesome if anyone could help me expand the playlist n the catagory.
CDs can be sent to the addrerss below or you can contact me at
hotrodrockradio@hotmail.com - WSLR Inc.,
ATTN: Jerome/Hot Rod Rock Radio, P.O. Box 2540, Sarasota, FL 34230
Posted September 10, 2007
I couldn't use any of the performances I shot of Janis Martin from Tom Ingram's show in Long Beach because I
couldn't get the rights to use the music, but I thought I could sneak them on to You Tube and thought I'd let you know.
Betty, Elizabeth Blozan, Betty-vision.com Also visit: rebelbeat.com, now out on DVD
Posted September 6, 2007
Rock-A-Billy's Take Stage in Newport, Arkansas with Sonny Burgess (Rock-A-Billy Hall of Fame) & The Pacers & Johnny Cashís Legendary Tennessee Three: Depot Days,
Saturday, October 6, 2007.
Depot Days is held annually at the 1902 Iron Mountain Depot in downtown Newport. Restored through the efforts of local citizens and grant funding in 1998, the Depot serves as the focal point of this free festival.
Depot Days will be held on Saturday, October 6 and includes the Lions Club Auction, Jackson County's Best Backyard BBQ Contest, arts & crafts vendors, kids inflatables, trackless train rides, great food and live entertainment.
Schedule of Events
11:00 a.m. Lions Club Auction
2:00 p.m. The Dunham Family
3:00 p.m. JR Rogers & The All Stars
4:15 p.m. Billy Lee Riley
5:30 p.m. Sonny Burgess & The Pacers
6:45 p.m. Johnny Cash's Legendary Tennessee Three
8:15 p.m. Ace Cannon
For more information or entry forms, please call the Newport Area Chamber of Commerce at (870)
523-3618 or e-mail director@newportarchamber.org - Lj Bryant - lj@ljbryant.com
Posted September 5, 2007
Could you please tell me if you have a mailing address where I could send a photo of Sue Thompson
for her to autograph and return to me? Like Sue, I was born in Nevada, Missouri, and thus I am very
interested in receiving an autographed photo of her if possible.
Thank you very much! Stan Farley, P.O. Box 9011, Wichita, Kansas 67277-0011 - n0aba@cox.net
Posted September 3, 2007
Hi! My grandfather was Joe Manuel. I've read everything i can about him, but i've never
talked to anyone who's met him or was friends with him. If there's anyone out there,
please contact me. I'd love to hear about him. And if anyone can tell me where I
can find some recordings of him that would be great. I've never heard him sing or play.
Thanks for the help. Brandy - sassyechelon@yahoo.com
Posted August 30, 2007
Bob, Since we all have to have some type of income in order to survive in America you might
consider making some drastic changes. Like I have always said ... nothing is free in America.
Seems many Rockabilly performers want exposure without paying their part. My suggestion to
you is this ... if Rockabilly performers want exposure ... they gotta pay as that's the
American way. Put everyone, including me, in a computer file setting up yearly dues
and if we don't pay we get dropped until we do. Then, if you don't receive the
necessary amount needed to operate, without a bunch of hassle, shut it down for
all times. No more free loaders. Sid Holmes and The Cavaliers
Posted August 22, 2007
(From Gene Vincent's sister)
I WOULD LIKE TO THAN ALL OF MY BROTHERS FANS WHO HAVE SENT
ME MESSAGES AND A FEW PICTURES, BOOKS, ETC. YOU HAVE MADE AN OLD LADY
VERY HAPPY. TINA CRADDOCK - TINACRADDOCK @AOL.COM
Posted August 22, 2007
Looking for guitar music / transcriptions for Eddie
Cochran's "Eddies Blues" and "Guybo".
Any info please email thanks, Bill: bjpemb@gmail.com
Posted August 21, 2007
Is there any way to find out if anyone has a copy of Jody Reynolds' single "Dusty Skies"?
It was released on Emmy 1011. My company is releasing both a Jody Reynolds CD as well
as a series of CDs by the Emmy label, including tracks by the late Johnny Fortune.
Any ideas you have would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
Greg Russo, Owner, Crossfire Publications - http://www.crossfirepublications.com -
gregrusso@verizon.net
Posted August 20, 2007
Can you please help me find the answer to this question?
Did Buddy Holly ever perform in the province of Alberta here in Canada?
I have this crazy recollection of hearing of such a performance but being
too young to go? I can't remember which town,
Hope this isn't Alzheimer's setting in.
Thanks. Judy deForest - j.deforest@shaw.ca
Posted August 18, 2007
dave smith's jukebox show
the original rock and roll country show
email has changed: if you have emailed us at zanysounds.dbsmith@virgin.net -
please use this email from now on - dave smith
Posted August 16, 2007
Does anyone have any info on the young guitarist that
played with Jack Scott at the Green Bay Rockabilly Fest in May?
Sara - cpl704028@aol.com
Posted August 8, 2007
Please sign the petition to get James Kirkland (Ricky Nelson's original bassist)
inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Thanks. Here's the link:
www.petitiononline.com/jkirk/petition.html.
Sheree Homer - homersm2001@yahoo.com
Posted August 5, 2007
This coming August 16th will be the 30th anniversary of Elvis'
passing. Online Radio Station Rock-it Radio is currently doing a 3
part series on the music of Elvis Presley. The first part is
currently playing and plays some of his lesser known alternate takes
to his hits. It is hosted by Rock-it Radio DJ Al 'Cool Daddy' Smith
and can be heard by going to the Rock-it Radio On Demand archives
page at:
http://www.palmsradio.com/rockittext.htm
and click to show #2189 - This show should be online for at least
another week.
Members of the Rock-it Radio listener's club (currently over 6800)
have been asked to participate if they wish and write the station of
where they were and there thoughts of his passing 30 years ago and
will be published in the weekly newsletter in 3 weeks. If you would
like to join the listener's club it's a free service and can join by
clicking the banner towards the top of the main webpage at:
http://www.rockitradio.net.
To view a sample of the weekly newsletter -- you can also go to
http://www.rockitradio.net/newsletter.html.
Thank you and all the best,
Bennie Dingo
Rock-it Radio
Posted August 2, 2007
Whats up fellow Rockabillies. Just trying to spread the word about my website which is
to promote the PA Rockabilly/Psychobilly kulture. Pinups, Events, Shows, bands,
A new Online Community, Photo gallery, etc. ... If it's not on the site yet.
let me know and I will review it and post it up!
You can visit the site at
http://www.engraym.com/
right now BUT I am working on a
new design which I bought a new, easier to remember domain, which is
http://www.rockabillypa.com/
Hopefully this will catch the eye of some of the PA people that may visit here.
Thanks for checking me out. Mike (the one with no nickname) - support@engraym.com
Posted August 2, 2007
Hey folks, We're working on our new CD. Have a listen if you've got a minute...
http://www.jerrysikorski.com/music.html.
Thanks! "Roxie" - oxxclarksxxo@yahoo.com
Posted August 1, 2007
I'm a musican and I've been trying to form a rockabilly band here in Pensacola, Fl,
but to no such luck. Ain't there any rockabilly musicians here Pensacola?
I've written quite a few rockabilly songs plus the covers that i do. So if anyone out
there knows anyone here in Pensacola that plays music and loves rockabilly music
please either e-mail me at larrywhite13@hotmail.com or call me at 1-850-291-1875.
MAY ROCKABILLY CONTINUE TO RULE ON.
KRAZYKAT, larry "krazykat" white - larrywhite13@hotmail.com
Posted July 31, 2007
Someone on the tidbits
page asked for more info for Tommy Casassa's early carrer. My Mom & Dad knew Tommy & his
wife Elanor when we lived in Maryland. In 1957 or 58 Tommy cut a demo on a left-over 78
rpm record that you had to play at 45 rpm. It was called "Three rows over and two seats
down". It was about this cute little girl in his class at school. Not long after that I
remember going to Glen Echo Park on the Potomac River and hearing him sing. The last I
heard Tommy was a DJ in Nashville. I'm sad to see he has died. I was very young when he
cut that demo,about 4 or 5 years old. If I remember correctly I think he & Elanor had A
son. Michael R.
Posted July 30, 2007
My name is Dan Buie and I am the original piano player for Roy Head and The Traits.
I have written "The Story of Roy Head and the Traits," which can be found at
http://myspace.com/royheadandthetraits or as one of the links on the Roy Head page
in Wikipedia.
Please see Roy's history. Today if one does a Google search on Roy Head or Roy Head
and The Traits about 6 or 7 pages of information appears all related to our/his music.
Two of the six Traits who participated in our first recordings have passed on to another
reality. I like to think of it as the Giant Jam Session that will last forever!
Roy Head and members of the original Traits will be 'in concert' for what may be
our last performance on October 20 at the LBJ Conference Center located on the
Texas State University campus in San Marcos, TX.
Dan Buie - royheadandthetraits@yahoo.com - San Marcos, TX, USA
Posted July 26, 2007
Hi everybody I like to invite you to my soundclick radio station.
On there also something about The Rockabilly Hall of Fame.
This is the page URL ... see You there.
http://members.soundclick.com/boppinnol
Keep on rocking You all.
Nol&Wies from Maastricht (Netherlands) - boppinnol@hotmail.com
Posted July 20, 2007
I found this website on a search for gibson guitars which turned into a fender inquiry
which led me here. What a cool way to find /learn about some of the coolest music ever
created. I live in Iowa near the NE/Ia stateline in the Omaha/Council Bluffs metro area
I'm so thankful to say that rockabilly music is alive and kickin' around here we are
lucky to have some great and entertaining talent who have been inspired by the greats
and translated it well. I don't have a crystal ball but I've seen my 5 year old
holding/plucking/slapping a guitar like an upright bass and have a feeling that
the day he sees video footage of elvis w/ entire band and the paladins and reverend
horton he will become a big ol bass rider! I'm gonna browse the site for any
friends and info. I don't want to be redundany w/info.already here.
THANKS FOR YOUR APPRECIATION AND DEDICATION. Take care all u cats ....
echomama - arknco@aol.com
Posted July 11, 2007
My name is Dan Buie, original piano player for The Traits/Roy Head And
The Traits. Some of you may recall "Treat Her Right," the #2 song in
the nation in 1965. I have written the history of the group, which
started at San Marcos High School in San Marcos, TX. in 1957, and
posted it on
http://myspace.com/royheadandthetraits.
I invite all to visit our site and add yourself as a Friend if you
would like. I'll be happy to respond to any questions you might have.
We are a bit older now and have already lost 2 of the original 6
members. As you will clearly see I am NO webmaster, but I'll continue
to work on the site to include other information as time goes by.
royheadandthetraits@yahoo.com
Posted July 7, 2007
How could i e-mail something to Scotty Moore?
Andy Gratton - www.gnantot@tlb.sympatico.ca
Posted July 2, 2007
Hi, I recently read the interview with Joey Kent about the Louisiana Hayride. It was very
interesting.
The reason I am writing is: My husband, Lloyd Dalton, appeared on The Louisiana Hayride
in September of 1958. He was on the show along with Johnny Horton, in fact, he played
Johnny Horton's guitar while singing "City Lights". I listened to him, as we were dating
at the time, on the radio in El Paso, Texas.
He is now 73, and still very much involved in country music.
I was just wondering if there possibly was a recording made of that show. If so, I know
it would thrill him to death to have a copy of it.
Would appreciate anything you have on this. Polly Dalton - pauliedal@yahoo.com
Posted July 1, 2007
Hello, my name is Phil Cay, musician, keyboards, singer, entertainment.
I recorded several records in the late 50's and all through the 1960's
My first record was "Meet Me in The Barnyard" Phil Cay and the Blue
Notes.
About 1963 I changed the name of my band to Phil Cay and the Chantels.
I recorded one song that I can't find a copy of "I'm Thinking Tonight
Of My Blue Eyes" it was released on a label that I've never heard of,
and I never got a copy of the record.
A few weeks ago It was on sale in Germany.
The price at that time was $150.00 and I did bid on it but never got it.
If anyone in the group can find a copy I would love to get a copy.
Back in those days a lot of artist never got paid for their work, and I
was one of them.
I recorded 15 records and heard them being played on the radio and was
never paid any money for any of my songs.
At that time R&B was new taking the place of some of the country music
and they called it "Rock A Billy"
I would love to hear from anyone that may have some of my records, at
this time I still perform for a few functions, but I do not have any
copies of my records.
I lost them all in a fire when my parents home burned to the ground.
One of the reasons for the hight price on my records is: the studio
that had the masters were also burned in a warehouse fire.
PLEASE contact me at philcay@yahoo.com
my website is: http://philcay.tripod.com
Posted July 1, 2007
I was in Branson Mo this week and seen some shows, Bobby Vee, Fabian, but didn't have time
see Johnny Preston. I always thought that Johnny Preston was
Johnny's first and last name, but found out it was his first and middle name,
my first and middle name is also John Preston 5/25/40 close same age,
I have some his songs the first one i got on a 45 RPM, was Running Bear
back in the 60s, I'm looking foreword to see him next time I'm in Branson Mo,
I live in Ashland Mo near Jeff City Mo and have relatives in Springfield
that has a business in Branson and one that was backup singer in one the
shows several years ago. Happy 4th, johnny_preston2001@yahoo.com
John Preston S
Posted June 30, 2007
Dear friends,
Here i come with a great musical video link sent to me by a Texas
friend. You can check it at:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OIJtKxdRQzY.
That dan dunn is doin' a painting show you can't believe. It starts slow
but just be patient, it worth time. And anyway, if you don't like
painting, you will have great music by Ray Charles. Remember he was a
main influence in the raise of Rock'n'Roll and many of his song find
them way on young punk rockers repertoire such as Elvis, Gene Vincent,
Buddy Holly or Jerry Lee Lewis. Can you imagine a world without "I've
got a Woman", "Leave my Woman Alone", "Mess Around", "Halleluja I love
her so", " Georgia on my mind" or "Hit the road Jack"?
Have a nice rockin' and rollin' week-end. camilledad58@yahoo.com
Posted June 30, 2007
Hi, I was looking on the internet when I noticed someone had the same last name as me,
Grayzell. I thought it was interesting that a famous singer is somehow related to me.
Is there anyway I can get Rudy's contact information from you so I can contact him
to see how he is related to me? Thank you so much! Brittany - britlkg@aol.com
Posted June 28, 2007
Hi, I don't know if you can help me with this but I have have some soundclips and
label shots that I'm trying to submit to the RCS website and can't find an e-mail
address on the site anymore. Would you happen to have Mr.Gordons E-mail address?
Thanks very much, Bill Quigley - bdquig1@comcast.net
Posted June 27, 2007
Rockabilly on Youtube check it out!
Whistle Bait (all female rockabilly fronted by Josie Kreuzer),
Dave and Deke, Dale Hawkins, Rip Carson + more.
Dan - memphisevil@yahoo.com
Posted June 26, 2007
Charlie will perfom "live" --
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PROGRAM, OVER 3-MILLION LISTENERS!
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Bill Bennett is a CNN commentator-former Secretary of Education, Drug Czar and now Best
Selling Author: ("America: Last Best Hope!").
Bill is a long-time fan of Charlie Gracie's and Root's Rock afficianato! -
butterfly1957@rcn.com
Posted June 26, 2007
dear folks, i heard a song by don french called lonely Saturday night.
could you tell me where i could find a cd that may have that song on it?
thanks for your help and i really love the rockabilly segment on sirius radio channel 5.
thanks again. mike riggins - Cinreds474@aol.com
Posted June 26, 2007
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If any businesses want to advertise, contact us our the station and reach 100's of 1000's of
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Universities RADIO! - profcouch@aol.com
Posted June 25, 2007
Hi, I am trying to identify the years of a few EARLY 60's concert tickets 1960-65
I am about to sell on ebay: LITTLE RICHARD, ROLLING STONES, EVERLEY BROTHERS, DUANE EDDY,
CHUCK BERRY, JOHN LEYTON, BOBBY VEE, BO DIDDLEY, DION, DEL SHANNON, BRYAN HYLAND, LITTLE EVA,
BRENDA LEE, GERRY & PACEMAKERS, DEL SHANNON, ADAM FAITH & GENE VINCENT. I wondered if
you could help me identify the years? Would you know the average price for something
like this? Let me know if you are interested in them also. Best regards, Jon - tog@rootsquare.com
Posted June 20, 2007
Reading the article about Rusty York, I gather that he was an original
founder of the "Queen City Recording Co." in Cincinnati Ohio. Can this be verified as
true or not?
I have a Harrison audio console that came from Queen City Recording, serial number 013,
and I would like to know if I have a part of music history or not.
Larry Hirth, Liberty Tsp Ohio - hirthlr@fuse.net
Posted June 18, 2007
Just read Ray Campi's "forget the alamo". Great! Love the photos. When I was 14,
in 1962, I visited Alamo Village with my mom as the "prize" for writing an essay
about the Alamo. It was so memorable. Bud Breene gave me a signed drawing of
a western scene, on which he wrote "to Tina for a wonderful job".
I have it in my parents' house. It is black and white, about 8"x10" or so in size.
I will cherish it reading that Bud died in 2005. I have an old friend, Mike
Johnstone, who is a musician and western actor as well. I will send him this cool
website link. Thanks for keeping a beautiful record of on incredible piece of history!
Tina Monaco - mccallmonaco@aol.com
Posted June 17, 2007
CBS in New York has chosen The Rumblejetts "One Step Away From a Heartache" video to be
shown on "Living Room Live" on Monday July 2nd, 2007.
The video will air between 7 & 9am. The video will compete with 2 other
videos that day to advance to the finals. Yes, it's another voting game,
but the good news is the voting will only last 48 hours!
Between Monday July 2nd & Wednesday July 4th, visit:
http://www.cbsnews.com>www.cbsnews.com - to vote for The Rumblejetts!
Vote as many time as you like and let your friends know as well!
We appreciate all your support and hope to make Kansas City proud.
Cheers, The Rumblejetts - http://www.myspace.com/rumblejetts
Posted June 7, 2007
I was looking at the artists listed on the Rockabilly Hall site and happen to notice the BonAires.
Their songs "Stop The World" and "Bermuda" are songs which I play a lot, mainly because my
deceased husband is playing guitar on both songs. On "Stop the World" you can hear one of them say
"Roll it Rico". That was his nickname. He also played on Gene Rambo's "Hot Lips and Swivel Hips" song.
He was part of the music scene for over 35 years here in Dallas and played with many of the
people listed on this site.
I was curious to know if you might have an address to contact the Bon Aires. My husband¹s name was
Steve Rodriguez Davis. I am trying to round up copies of any old pictures which any one might have
of my husband. He passed away in January 1994. - linda.davis@banctec.com
Posted June 4, 2007
Hi All: Still trying to get back to normal after a frantic 5 days at Green Bay's Rockin'
'50s Fest III. Just wondering if anyone out there was at the Fest and might have video
of the Clovers concert. If so, I'd really like to get a copy. Jim Dettmann -
paperman37@yahoo.com
Posted June 2, 2007
Hi RHOF Readers,
Just a quick note to let you know that Junes mad Rat Mag is now online at www.madratmag.co.uk
- Rockin' Regards, Linette - madrat@blueyonder.co.uk
Posted June 2, 2007
I'm looking for any pictures of The Confidentials and The Newports from the 1960's.
The bands featured Robert Gordon and were based in the Washington DC area.
They played college and fraternity gigs at the University of Maryland, and American
University, as well as private schools in the area. The Newports played in many DC's
night spots (Crazy Horse; The Bayou; The Roundtable; The Keg; The Rabbits Foot)
and for weekly JOPA parties at the Bayou, The Hotel Washington,and elsewhere.
The Newports were handled by Paramount Artists,along with the other top DC bands.
Bruce Davis - ebrucebro@comcast.net
Posted June 2, 2007
Hoping someone can help me out. There's a couple of songs that I'm trying to figure out
if they're the right ones I'm after. I can't really afford to dump the cash to get the
cds or boxsets (or lps) either. I'm looking for "Star of the Show" by Carl Perkins, and,
"Call The Zoo" by the Little Dippers (the ones with Darrell McCall). Do you have these?
If so, can you email me mp3s of them to help me out? I would appreciate it.
Thanks, just in case. And thanks for the RHoF!
Ben (in Illinois) - bgart13@hotmail.com
Posted June 2, 2007
My name is Rocky Em I was a band member with Glen Garrison and the note kings on
the crest label in 1958-9 Glenn and Jerry Mannis, Brian Bercov (piano) me on drums.
I lost track of the other band member and recently heard from archie francis that
Glen passed sometime ago do you have any info. Thanks for reply either way - Rocky
phone (818) 541 0800 my email - antiquestore@charter.net
Posted May 28, 2007
Here is a link to an article i wrote about the rockabilly music scene in hungary:
http://www.pestiside.hu/archives/not_only_can_hungarians_rock_they_can_rockabilly003246.php
i hope you'll enjoy it! catherine l. foley
Posted May 24, 2007
I just put up a page on the site that you musicians might find of interest.
I recently had repairs done to the 74 Gibson Dove Custom identical to the one Elvis
used onstage in 76 and the one I use for display purposes in the section of the site
devoted to Elvis' performance guitars (http://scottymoore.net/epguitars.html)
The process is detailed here:
http://scottymoore.net/74doverepair.html -
James Roy - jamesvroy@hotmail.com
Posted May 24, 2007
Just wondering if you know of anyone who might have video of the Clovers concert in
Green Bay. I'd like to get a copy. Also, do you have any contact info for the
Clovers (e-mail address, etc)? Do you know the name of the lead singer? Thanks.
Jim Dettmann, Milwaukee, WI - jimdett@milwpc.com
Posted May 24, 2007
I LOVE THIS SITE. KEEP IT GOOD WORKING. John Mugu - johnmugu2005@yahoo.com
Posted May 22, 2007
Does antone have an address where I can write Sue Thompson and request an
autographed picture? Thank you! Alex King - alexpking@yahoo.com
Posted May 10, 2007
NYCRockaBilly has been around keeping the scene pumped up and keepin ya
in the know!
Our calendar is viewed by over 5,000 Rockabillies in NY, NJ, CT & PA,
because we link up with almost all the shows going on,supporting anyone
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Posted May 2, 2007
Hello, I'm trying to reach Shane Hughes from Australia with the address I found on his
page http://www.rockabillyhall.com/MoonMullican1.html which is (hughes@net.com.au).
Everytime I use it, it comes back as undeliverable. Can someone of you help me with the
right address?
Kind regards, W.-R. Sommer, Germany - wolf-ruediger.sommer@t-online.de
Posted May 2, 2007
This is Fabris G. Luca, researcher helping Ersnt Jorgensen on the Elvis Sun Project.
I need to contact Joe Clay drummer and rocker from Louisiana. Could someone help me??
Thanks, Luca - fabris@fabrisgl.191.it
Posted April 29, 2007
The Truly Lover Trio will be on the big screen with John Schneider of Dukes of Hazzard fame.
We have 2 songs in an upcoming movie called Hidden Secrets and this will be out in theatres this
Monday, April 30. The TLT appears in the film performing 2 songs during one scene at a club.
Find theatre locations near you, go here and type your zip code:
Hidden Secrets Theatre Locations
You can watch trailer here: Hidden Secrets Trailer
http://www.trulylovertrio.com
http://www.myspace.com/trulylovertrio
Thank you. trulylovertrio@yahoo.com
Posted April 27, 2007
I recently read an article about Tommy Blake. He was my first cousin.
Can you forward this email to Shane Hughes, author of the article, and have him
contact me? I'd like to exchange family history with him regarding Tommy.
Thanks, Pat Evans - patlvsaz@cox.net
Posted April 24, 2007
Hello Everybody, Thanks so much for the plays on Soundclick.com.
My Song "Do it, Do it, Do it" is now #2 on the Swing Chart.
My Song "I've Got Love On Me" is now #11 on Jazz Vocals Chart.
Having a lot of super nice friends really does make
me feel good when I get responce like this.
These play counts will only last on a daily basis so if you feel
like -- Doing it, again -- well then just "Do it, Do it, Do it".
http://www.soundclick.com/bobkelly.
Take care and Have a Great Day.
Just in case you haven't played these songs, yet.
Then, this is a Thank You, up front, before you play them.
Here's the address again.
http://www.soundclick.com/bobkelly.
Talk to you later, Bob Kelly - kellybob@cox.net
Posted April 23, 2007
Paul Burlison played on some Howlin Wolf Recordings at Sun, was Paul the "Willie Lee Johnson"
credited by Wolf as his band member, Paul wanted to continue to play with Wolf but
social/race pressure forced Paul to stop playing in Wolf's group. There is no record
of Willie Lee Johnson anywhere and that makes me think it was a pseudonym that Paul
had to use on Wolf's recordings. Can you add any light to this idea? Thanks and Best
Regards John A. Williamson The Superstitions, Southside Jukes, & Them Junko King Hats.
jwillia100@aol.com
Posted April 23, 2007
who sang the song about 30 years about "jonie jonie please don't cry, you'll forget me
by and by, you're 15, I'm 22 and jonie I just can't wait for you ... I ran all the way
to the house next door, but things weren't like they were before, my tears drops fell
like rain that day, when I heard what Jonie had to say, Jimmy Jimmy please don't cry you'll
forget me by and by I'ts been 5 years since you've been gone, Jimmy I married your best
friend John! I would like to know who sang it these are some of the words to it,
hope you can help me. pennedtay@sbcglobal.net
Posted April 20, 2007
We are trying to track down video on the Spade Cooley Show. Can you give me a contact
phone number or email address to Mr. Andy Gallagher. Thank you.
Craig, ALVA'S Dance & Theatrical Supply - matt@alvas.com
Posted April 20, 2007
Could you tell me where Warren Smith is buried. Thanks, Laura Lawson - la__law@hotmail.com
Posted April 18, 2007
I just heard this very enchanting version of "I fall to pieces" by Patsy Cline
over on youtube you should really check it out.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kcqsCTEc2E0 - Kevin - nazrad@excite.com
Posted April 16, 2007
Hi kats! Check out the pride of Northen-Finland! It's the unsinkable Jimi Lipponen & the Kummitusjuna.
Yes, the name is weird but the music is not, it's rock & roll!
Do they sing in finnish? No, they sing in finglish, the true language of rock & roll,
it delivers the good message unchanged and keeps the spirits high!
Dig it at www.myspace.com/thekummitusjuna
or www.kummitusjuna.tk - Thanks, Krazy Keorke, Dj - kk@luukku.com
Posted April 15, 2007
From Barry Klein:
Don't know how many of you get XM Radio, but Bob Dylan's weekly show, Theme
Time Radio Hour, has featured Deke Dickerson's recorded comments on 2
episodes recently. This week's "Death and Taxes" show features Deke speaking
about the late Western Swing legend, Hank Penny, including a funny story
about Deke playing Hank's Fender guitar.
On the Barry Klein front, my book, "Sex, Drugs, and Rock & Roll" has just
been re-released in an updated text. It is available on Amazon.com
http://www.amazon.com/Sex-Drugs-Rock-Roll-Haight-Ashbury/dp/141966249X/ref=s
Also available on Target.com and Borders.com, all of my proceeds from the
book go to the George R. and Helen Klein Memorial Scholarship Fund at
Oakland University for Doctoral candidates in substance abuse counseling.
I will be in Indy for the Rockabilly Rebel Weekend June 21-23, and if you
bring your copies of the book I will sign them for you at the Rockabilly
Hall of Fame table.
For any of the bands performing at Indy who are "tuned in", please bring an
extra copy of your set list for my use in the review which will appear on
the Rochabillyhall.com web site. Barry - bmk@bmkre.com
Posted April 15, 2007
I received a phone call this morning from Katherine Warner and she told me that
Haywood 'Little Sonny' Warner passed away yesterday from complications
arising from prostate cancer. The Falls Church native is best known as
vocalist on Big Jay McNeely's "There is Something on Your Mind." A
wonderful singer, influenced by Ray Charles, he was a fixture on the Washington DC
blues scene the past several decades. He was at one time valet for Lloyd
Price and was discovered by Big Jay when he jumped on stage to sing with
McNeely at the Evans Grille in Forestville, Maryland. He was a highlight of
several DC Blues Festivals and his last performance was in early July 2003
at a Falls Church Virginia City Park. Ron Weinstock - rbluesw@yahoo.com)
Posted April 15, 2007
Hi, I am Nyman Furrs niece from Tennessee. He passed away last month and we really miss him.
Trying to get some pictures or some of his old music together. Any help would be so greatly
appreciated. He took care of his mother until he passed on from this life.
Blue roses were special to him, and were used in the funeral service. He wrote a song
and made reference to blue roses. Would love to find any video footage of him playing
and singing. Mrs. Furr his mother is nearly 90 years old. Wish we could hear him
pick and sing one more time. Thanks,
any info would be great, ole stories, pictures, or history.
Kim Furr Norwood - Norwoodcam@aol.com
Related: http://acapella.harmony-central.com/showthread.php?t=1599707
Posted April 15, 2007
love the music on here, very interesting! jon lightfoot - gracetheworld2008@yahoo.com
Posted April 15, 2007
We are trying to find information on Van Trevor.
He recorded on BandBox Records out of Denver, Colorado baCK IN THE 50/60S.
I UNDERSTAND HE'S ORIGINALLY FROM MAINE, WORKED IN CONNETICUT ETC.
Is he still alive? Any contact information?
I operate the Maine Countryfolk Music Theatre www.countryfolkmusic.com
My email is mainebiz@adelphia.net - Let me know if you have any info.
Many thanks, Larry "BUCK" Bisbee
Posted April 9, 2007
Hi RHOF Readers my monthly message to tell you Aprils issue of Mad rat Mag is online at
www.madratmag.co.uk this months issue features Rachael Stokes The Borderlines The Itchy
Feet Trio Jack Rabbit Slim and much much more. ENJOY! Linette Richardson - madrat@blueyonder.co.uk
Posted April 9, 2007
My name is Abdel Khineche from Santa Clarita, CA.
I am a guitar player in the 50's boogie style.
If you have time, you can check my latest recording (last Saturday).
I called it "Blues Rock Abel" (played in live Double-stops).
http://akhineche.com/BluesRock_Abel.mp3.
The backing is a midi file I found on the web and doctored myself.
The tune is in the "AUDIO" section of my website: http://akhineche.com -
You can find many live videos here.
If you think it's in someways interesting to your viewers or members,
your can add a link to it on your superb website.
(I am not a professional musician though).
I hope you lijke it. Best Regards, Abdel - akhinech@yahoo.com
Posted April 3, 2007
I am looking for a book of Rockabilly Haircuts that came out in the early 80's.
The hair stylist at that time was Connie Clark, She was Belinda Carlyles roommate at one time.
The book featured pictures of James Intveld, Dave Alvin, Belinda Carlyle and others
if I remember right. If anyone knows the name of the book please let me know or where
I can find a copy... Nancy - nancynurse99@charter.net
Posted March 26, 2007
I'm playing the Johnny Depp role in the upcoming Broadway
production of John Waters' CRYBABY.
Would love some guidance if anyone has any. James - jsnyderusc@yahoo.com
Posted March 24, 2007
Howdy Bob, I wanted to tell you about our new show that we just put together as I knew that
you were a huge supported of the old music. I put together some of the best traditional
country singers and we have a traveling show called The Country Caravan.
You can read all about it and check it out here:
www.countrycaravan.com. J. K. Coltrain - jkcoltrain@gmail.com - www.jkcoltrain.com
Posted March 18, 2007
I'd like some information on Cameo artist's 'THE CARROLL BROTHERS'.
I have an old 45 of 'My Gal Is Red Hot' which is listed on your rockabilly hall of fame list.
Any info would be appreciated. Thanks, steve rio - steverio@hotmail.com
Posted March 18, 2007
Hi Rockers! New release from Goofin' Records:
This is the debut album of this energic young rockabilly band, you don't want to miss
this one. Check out mp3 samples of all songs from: http://www.roadracersrock.com/mp3/
- Rockat
Posted March 15, 2007
i need help to find someone of the original musicians of johnny & the hurricanes,
or official people of big top records of the early 60s. it exists a recording of this
group called "farewell, farewell", which was released on a french ep in 1963,
but actually it is a different track no one knows about details. i have this
recording, and if people can help to find out more about this instrumental,
i will give you a listen if necessary.
rabcollector@hotmail.com - Ralf
Posted March 15, 2007
Hello everyone,
We are currently expanding our Rockabilly coverage at Rock-it Radio
Online. And we would like to invite you to come give a listen. The
shows can be heard from our archives page at:
http://www.palmsradio.com/rockittext.htm.
Currently playing in the archives page is:
Bennie Dingo with the Rockabilly Raucous show in Rock-it Radio show
#2016 with a mix of old and new Rockabilly.
Mike Taylor's Rockabilly show in Rock-it Radio show #2020 featuring
a special on Elvis Presley and his musical transition from SUN
Records over to RCA.
Lane Quigley and the Memory Lane Show with a Rockabilly Special in
Rock-it Radio show #2024.
For these shows to listen just click to the speaker on the left hand
side. We are also looking for a couple of more Rockabilly DJ's at Rock-it
Radio more information can be found at:
http://www.rockitradio.net/team.html.
And for Rockabilly Bands today wishing airplay here at Rock-it Radio
should check out:
http://www.palmsradio.com/airplay.html.
Hope you like these and upcoming shows online here at Rock-it Radio.
For those that have a myspace site also check out our latest site
and add us as a friend at:
http://www.myspace.com/benniedingo.
All the very best,
Bennie Dingo
Rock-it Radio
http://www.rockitradio.net.
Posted March 14, 2007
Hello, The French store FNAC sells a DVD of Gene Vincent at 10 euros.
I bought it and seen it. The quality is alas not very good. Here's the details:
Temptation baby (extrait de film)
Dancing in the street (extrait de Hot rod Gang)
Rocky road blues (Belgique 63)
Long tall Sally (Belgique 63)
Spaceship to Mars (Clip)
Dance to the bop (Ed Sullivan Show 57)
What'd I say (age tendre et tête de bois - 1965)
Whole lot of shakin' goin' on (age tendre et tête de bois - 1965)
Be-bop-a-Lula (Town Hall Party TV Show USA)
High blood pressure (Town Hall Party TV Show USA)
Rip it up (Town Hall Party TV Show USA)
You win again (Town Hall Party TV Show USA)
For your precious love (Town Hall Party TV Show USA)
Roll over Beethoven (Town Hall Party TV Show USA)
Over the rainbow (Town Hall Party TV Show USA)
She she little Sheila (Town Hall Party TV Show USA)
Baby blue (Granada TV 1964)
You are my sunshine (Granada TV 1964)
Be-bop-a-Lula - Bonus in color (Rock'n'Roll singer - 1969)
Long tall Sally - Bonus in color (Rock'n'Roll singer - 1969)
Whole lotta boppin' (instrumental) (Rock'n'Roll singer - 1969)
THE LINK.
Pierre-Yves - pyrassat@yahoo.fr
ps: There is also Eddie Cochran, Chuck Berry, Bill Haley, Johnny Cash, Cliff Richard,
Elvis Presley, etc.
Posted March 13, 2007
I'm looking for a Kustom tuck and roll cabinet, black, for 2 12" speakers,
with or without speakers. I need to match my Kustom 250-4 power head. Marty -
martyj@charter.net
Posted March 12, 2007
Shreveport Rockabilly artist BRANDY ROBERTS released his third CD in Mid March.
This Jerry Lee Lewis soundalike is the closest thing to the Killer I have ever heard
... and I heard them all! The new self-titled CD contains fifteen of the piano-pounding
songs you could ever cram unto one disc, and the beatiful packaging is superb. The
38-year-old artist was influenced by Lewis and is a friend of the Killer. He even opened
several shows for Jerry Lee, and used Jerry's band on his debut CD. This third outing
features a strong variety of numbers: "Breakup" / Hey Baby! / Shame on You / Rollin' with
the Flow / Sweet Little Sixteen / Sunday Morning Coming Down / Nothin' Shakin' but the
Leaves on the Trees / Georgia on my Mind / Matchbox / Rockin' Pneumonia / Bony Maronie /
Just a Bummin' Around / Blue Monday / Sea Cruise / Red Hot".
These are the hits made famous by the stars Brandy rocked too ... Jerry Lee, Carl Perkins,
Billy Riley, Fats Domino, Chuck Berry, Ray Charles, etc. New Cd available through:
P.B. ENTERPRISES, INC. BOX 18423, Shreveport, LA. 71118.
If you ever get a chance to see Brandy on the road, go for it. Those in the Texas/Louisiana
area already know his talent. He plays a schedule of six shows a month in many
States, and is soon getting launched in the North-East. His popularity is rising in
Europe, where he had the #4 album in rockabilly in 1999. Need to know more on this
artist, write: p.macphail@hotmail.com - Paul MacPhail
Posted March 7, 2007
Hi RHOF readers, Here I am with my monthly reminder that March's Mad Rat Mag is online at www.madratmag.co.uk -
features this month include ... Dukes Bar, Interview with Bloodshot Bill, The Jive Romeros, Jack Rabbit Slim,
The Cordwood Draggers, The Sugar Creek Trio and much more ... while your there we have a new feedback link
on the frontpage of our site so dont be shy say hello! Enjoy. Regards, Linette - madrat@blueyonder.co.uk
Posted March 4, 2007
Hey gang, Bitter Feelings on Cinch sold for $133.50 on ebay last week. Usually it goes for
a hundred bucks but this is the highest that I have seen it go for. Somebody emailed me
that there is going to be a program about rockabilly on PBS saturday night. I thought that
some time I would be recognized for having one of the highest priced 45 rpm rockabilly
records in the world.
Some time ago some one from Bern Switzerland, some one from New York, some one from San
Francisco, some one from Missouri and I could go on and on sold one on Cinch for $100.00 .
$133.50 is the highest yet and I thought that it was about all over and done.
Now some one from New London, Wi. has four of my records on ebay. The Bitter Feelings on
Cuca would bring $100.00 at one time . I saw "The Blackboard of My Heart" on Target from
Indiana and Michigan on ebay not long ago.
One time while playing in a bar a few years ago I would offer 3 or 4 of my records
for sale when I'd take a break. One time some one spoke up and said, "I'll buy one of
each, they are going to be worth a lot some day!" At the time I thought that he was
talking through his hat. Just a bit of trivia. Have a good day. Larry Phillipson -
bunnytrail@amerytel.net
Posted March 2, 2007
To keep rockabilly alive we must pay attention to the
younger bands,so will say again that All and The Blackcats is a
fantastic rockabilly band.
All is the man behind the band a guy that did a lots in music world, He
also has hiss own band now named "The big Belly Boy Blues Band".
Spread the word and look them up on their page...they will appear at a
show in Indianapolis this year. The also will tour England and the rest
of Europe this year.
A fine young band full of energy and they rocking allover Europe in
2007.
http://www.alandtheblackcats.com/ visit their page and get their music.
They recorded songs from Red Moore,Bill Morrison,Roy Cost and Ronnie
Haig and Me....the songs are all on their new cd.
King regards boppinnol! Nol Voorst - boppinnol@hotmail.com
Posted February 23, 2007
Are you interested in joining a fan club about James Kirkland? He was bassman for Dale
Hawkins, Ricky Nelson, David Houston, Bob Luman, Bobby Lee Trammell, Jim Reeves,
and many more. Now you can since Suzy Dughi and I are starting one for him. It's
all set to go, so all that I ask of you now is to pay membership fees. $20 for
a year or $25 outside of America. You will get four newsletters with never
before shared stories, a membership card, an autographed photo, a biography,
and a chance to write in with questions and buy merchandise like t-shirts,
buttons, magnets, etc. As soon as you join, a membership card, autographed photo,
and biography will be sent. Then every few months, you will receive a newsletter
in the mail. To join: please send me an email, and I'll let you know where to
send the money. There is also an option of paying by paypal, but it is $2 more
to cover paypal fees ($22)or ($27). If you wish to pay that way please go to
www.paypal.com and use e mail address homersm2001@yahoo.com. Thank you very much.
Sheree Homer
Posted February 22, 2007
23 years after they recorded their album for Nervous Records, Rochee & The
Sarnos are being played up to 20 times a day on German TV. Their strange
mixture of rockabilly, skiffle and Mexican music caught the ear of a German
video producer, and 'Mexi Love Song' is now being used as the background
music to a TV commercial for T-Mobile. It's a kind of 'deja vu' (or should
that be 'deja ecoute'?) for Roy Williams, the boss of Nervous Records. Back
in the 1970's when he was a DJ on the rockin' scene, he was awarded a silver
disc for making a 20 year old record ('Jungle rock') a hit. While he's happy
to think that he could be the next 'Crazy frog', he certainly won't be
dressing up in a green outfit! The song is available as a free download
and/or ringtone on the T-Mobile German website for T-Mobile members, or for
99 cents US on the Nervous Records website, where a free download of the TV
commercial is downloadable from their 'Zorch News' page.
www.t-mobile.de - www.nervous.co.uk 0 ... In the words of
Bob Luman - "Stranger than fiction" =;-)
Roy Williams, c/o www.nervous.co.uk
Posted February 22, 2007
hi, hope someone can help. I have come across a dave edmunds 45 " born to be with you"
on rockfield label, but no sleeve. the 45 looks ok but have not played it yet.
just wonderin if you shed any light on it, and does it have any value.
thanks in advance for any info, steve. stephenhopper9554@msn.com
Posted February 21, 2007
I wanted to know if you might know where I could buy an autograph of Bill Black? I haven't been able to find one, and I've been looking for about a year. Any information would be helpful.
Thanks, Lance - lemi77@socal.rr.com
Posted February 18, 2007
I had the pleasure of shooting photos at the recent Elvis Birthday Bash in Hollywood where
I met Glen Glenn. I'd like to see a whole show with him.
Visit my photos - Ron Jones - ron@ronjones.org
Posted February 13, 2007
My name is Jeff Meltz and I work for a documentary production company in New York called KPI.
I'm currently working on a feature length documentary about Wanda Jackson, the queen of rockabilly
and the first lady of rock and roll. It follows Ms. Jackson's musical career that includes
hits in the country, rock 'n' roll, gospel and rockabilly genres.
We have been filming on the road, at home, and in the studio with Wanda - getting her story every step
of the way. Our working title is "EVERY NIGHT IS SATURDAY NIGHT: THE STORY OF WANDA JACKSON".
Our goal is that this documentary is not just to give this female pioneer her due, but also will
act as a catalyst for her induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. This film will shine a
light on the immeasurable impact Wanda Jackson had on the birth of rock 'n' roll.
It is because of Wanda's influence that I'm trying to find footage/home movies or photographs
of modern kids doing the rockabilly look. You know what I mean. The cars. The hair.
The furniture. The guitars. The lifestyle. I'm trying to illustrate the resurgence that's
happened in the past 10 years in regard to the new styles of psychobilly and roots musical
groups and fans. Anything you can think of to send to me for inclusion in the documentary
would be most helpful. We'd be glad to give a special thanks credit in the film to whomever
submits material to us. Please let me know if you know of someone or if you yourself
are interested in helping out. Thanks so much!! Jeff Meltz - jmeltz@kpitv.com
Posted February 11, 2007
OOOHHH! That's a bit strong. I can understand where you're comin' from on this,
but if Bob wants to include acts that are 'of the culture' if not exactly 'Rockabilly',
what do you suggest calling it? If we call it 'rock'n'roll', then people (sadly) will
think it's something to do with Led Zeppelin or Guns 'n' Roses or whatever.
Our music has a 'name' problem, and we use the term 'Rockabilly' to describe a
whole culture now. I wish that there was a better word myself, but until
someone comes up with something better. then 'Rockabilly' will have to do ...
Roy Williams - c/o www.nervous.co.uk
Posted February 8, 2007
Bob, found your site today. Your hall of fame is the biggest fucking phony farce I've ever
seen in my life. Sue Thompson and Clarence "Frogman" Henry have as much to do with
rockabilly as Beethoven has to do with heavy metal.
You obviously have not got a shred of integrity with this, and will induct anybody
that you think can help promote your site and your other projects. It's a fucking
disgrace to the great genre of rockabilly. SavoyBG - SavoyBG@aol.com
Posted February 5, 2007
Howdy, y'all, Thought I'd stop by to tell y'all about a new radio station called Carolina
Country Radio. We are just getting started, and would love it if y'all would check us out
and listen to the music we play.
Our station is available on the internet, has CD-quality audio, and - unlike most internet
radio stations - C C R C is NOT a station that just streams pre-programmed music. Instead,
we have live DJ's (One of our DJ's is in the Country DJ Hall of Fame) on air 24 hours a
day/7days a week, playing the best of REAL country music, as well as a great mix of
the Rockabilly legends. You won't hear any so-called "new country" on C C R C.
What you WILL hear is music by Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, Loretta, Tammy, Kitty, Wanda
Jackson, Waylon, Willie, Wynn Stewart, Roy Acuff, Hank Snow, Bobby Helms, Narvell Felts,
Brenda Lee, and all of the other artists that radio stations won't play these days.
You'll also hear new, independent artists who sing and write REAL country music, and
live interviews with many artists, such as Freddy Hart, Jack Greene, Merle Haggard,
Lawton Williams, Pretty Miss Norma Jean, Jan Howard, Lacy J. Dalton, Eddy Raven,
Warner Mack, Lantana, and many others. We broadcast Cowboy Church with Miss Norma Jean,
live from Branson, MO. every Sunday at 11:30 AM Eastern time.
We are dial-up-user friendly, and have a complete help section if you have any problems
with the audio or the studio. You can listen on broadband (128k) or dial-up (32k),
with Windows Media Player, Winamp, Quicktime, RealPlayer, or just open the website
(www.carolinacountryradio.com) and listen with our embedded radio.
Or, if you would like to join the live broadcasts, come on in to the Country Honky Tonk,
our CD-quality broadcast studio, where you can meet and talk to the artists, request songs,
and do some socializin' with the DJ's and other country/rockabilly lovers.
You never know who will pop in to say howdy. Lawton Williams, BB Watson, Norma Jean,
Jan Howard, Jack Greene, Candi Carpenter, Liz Talley, and Freddy Hart are regular
visitors, to name a few.
And, this is all at NO CHARGE to you, with no gimmicks, no spyware, no pop-ups, and no
registration needed. We don't ask for your email address (unless you choose to join
our mailing list for announcements about special guests, etc.), and we don't ask for
donations.
So, If you're looking for REAL country/rockabilly music, you'll like Carolina Country
Radio. Whether or not you check out our station, Thanks for supporting country music,
the way it was meant to be! Ceri - www.carolinacountryradio.com - webmaster@carolinacountryradio.com
Posted February 5, 2007
Regarding Wildwood Boogie ... In the Jimmy Cavallo article it is stated that the song
'Wildwood Boogie' was written due to the influence of Jimmy Cavallo appearing in Wildwood,
NJ. Not true.
First, Charlie Gracie performed it but had nothing to do with the writing of the song or
music. The song was written by Billy Murray, a long time summer season entertainer in
Wildwood. At the time I believe he was appearing at the Elmira on Schellenger Avenue.
Co credit was given to Joseph Kuhn although he had nothing to do with the recording.
Kuhn and Murray were friends and collaborators or other songs. Kuhn, by the way,
went on to be a major arranger with the 101 Strings group, a prolific and popular
recording entity of the 60s thru 80s. Murray also penned songs for another local,
Mike Pedicin and others. He only recorded one song for himself that being around
1953-4 titled 'Guaranteed' - flip 'Time and Time Again'. Bill Murray - mur3219@aol.com
Posted February 1, 2007
Hi RHOF readers just a very quick note to let you know that February's Mad Rat Magazine
is now online. Please note that we have added a feedback link on the homepage so if you
have anything to say about the mag this is the place to do so.
www.madratmag.co.uk - ENJOY! Regards, Linette - madrat@blueyonder.co.uk
Posted January 29, 2007
Hi, Charlie here. I've had a hell of a time finding Gene's albums in this country.
I have the two Capitol re-issues of BLUE JEAN BOP, and GENE VINCENT and the BLUE CAPS.
Do you think Capitol will release the last albums at some point, or do you know anyplace
I can get them in any form, even if they are EMI-Pathe Marconi re-issues?
Any info would be appreciated. Thanks. CSJETFAN@aol.com
Posted January 29, 2007
I'd like to be able to exchange E-Mails with Tommy Allsup. I was the emcee of the Winter
Dance Party in Clear Lake, Iowa in 1959. Tommy and I have met once since then,
but a couple of questions, and I'd like to exchange e-mails.
Can you lend a hand? Thanks. Bob Hale - bobshale@prodigy.net
Posted January 28, 2007
I can read emails from Hillbilly but am generally computer challenged and do not know
how to join a podcast
But I do have this this Austin City Limits vhs with Roger Miller and Danny Gatton
plays guitar with him.
I have one cd where Delbert McClinton joins him on 1 number. I wonder how many
country bands Danny Gatton played with????
RASNYC20@aol.com
Posted January 25, 2007
Hi Everyone, Just a brief note to let you know a new Rockabilly show has been
uploaded in the archives of Rock-it Radio featuring some Rockabilly
bands out there today including -- The Oh Johnny Girls; Firebird
Trio; Bob 'Git it' Kelly; Carl Mann; Johnny & The Midnight Trio; The
Hammers; The Hot Rocks; and Brandi and the Bad Cats and the Sprague
Brothers.
It's Rockabilly from around the world.
To tune into the show click to Rock-it Radio show #1970 in our
archives page at:
http://www.palmsradio.com/rockittext.htm.
Also, if you love songs about Hot Rods and Cruising. Don't miss Rock-
it Radio show #1969 - featuring nearly 90 minutes of 'car' songs with
Leslie Stevens and the Route 66 Good Time Oldies show on Rock-it
Radio.
Both of these shows should be online for another 10 days. And the
playlists will be listed in our weekly newsletter this coming Friday.
And don't forget our Rockabilly Links page at:
http://www.palmsradio.com/rockabillylinks.html -
All the very best, Bennie Dingo, Rock-it Radio
http://www.rockitradio.net -
rockitradio@netzero.net
Posted January 25, 2007
Can someone please help me find the classic picture of the men leaning under the
hood of a car looking at the engine? I've spent way too much time Google'ing trying
to find it. Thanks! Ima - meanchelle@yahoo.com
Posted January 23, 2007
Hi all, Just a reminder that the first rock and roll movie, Rock Around the Clock,
is being released on DVD in North America for the first time today (Jan.
23). The film is included in a single-disc double-feature that also includes
its sequel, Don't Knock the Rock.
Both films, of course, star Bill Haley & His Comets. Other acts appearing in
the films include Little Richard, Freddy Bell and the Bellboys, the
Treniers, and the Platters.
Sony Pictures is releasing the DVD, so it should be widely available.
Reviews in the Washington Post and other newspapers indicate the films have
been restored, but the discs have no extra features. I haven't heard whether
the films are in their original widescreen or not, but I'm willing to guess
they will be, since Turner Classic Movies aired a widescreen print of Rock
Around the Clock over the holidays.
I'll be posting a review of the disc to my RABHOF column at
www.rockabillyhall.com/Extra.html at first opportunity.
Cheers! Alex Frazer-Harrison - alexfh@shaw.ca
Posted January 21, 2007
Danny Gatton Podcast - Hi, Please join me for a podcast interview at 8 p.m. (EST) on Tuesday, January 23,
on the Artist First Internet Radio Network, where I'll be doing an hour-long live
interview on behalf of my book, UNFINISHED BUSINESS: THE LIFE & TIMES OF DANNY GATTON.
As usual, the focus will be Danny's life, licks and legacy, and listeners will have a
chance to have their questions read over the air. Once it's broadcast, the show
will be archived for four months.
To listen, click http://stream.netro.ca/afrn,
or log in on www.artistfirst.com, and click
the 'Click here to listen' button. Regards, Ralph Heibutzki - chairmanralph@yahoo.com
Posted January 18, 2007
There is a petition to get (The Jordanaires into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame). You can
go to Petition Online.com. Diane DeWeese - rethadi@scrtc.com
Posted January 17, 2007
Please visit www.elvispresleyphotos.com You will find a new site of never before seen
ELVIS photos that are great and all in color. They are from The 1968 Comeback Special
and the 1973 Aloha from Hawaii concert. Photos will be available by spring 2007.
Thank you, Robert - browerart@yahoo.com
Posted January 16, 2007
I am looking for a recording titled My Intended, by Fay Dewitt. It was recorded on the
Leeds label. Does anyone have any leads on this obscure record?
Thanks, Kevin - k_broderick@yahoo.com
Posted January 15, 2007
Looking for nominations for an upcoming Best of the 50's Music Poll?
I've been counting down the best songs for each year of the fifties for a few months
now and I'm preparing a reader's poll. I want to hear what you think! Come and check
out the site, enjoy the lists and the videos, and give your opinions.
Thanks! Leo_the_Listmaker - l.bellew@comcast.net
http://popculturepalace.blogspot.com/
Posted January 12, 2007
Attempting to secure information on the number on records sold by Fernwood Recording Studio
for artist Thomas Wayne, brother of Luther Perkins. The song was Tragedy. It came out in
1959 and was the only major hit for Fernwood. Scotty Moore was the producer. Perhaps only
he could really answer the question. Any assistance would be appreciated. Bob Patton -
rfpatton1@verizon.net
Posted January 10, 2007
Looking for any live material/ cd's records, etc. ... of Linda Gail Lewis and Jack Scott ...
any help? thank you. larry adamson - larry1326@aol.com
Posted January 8, 2007
I share a birthday with Elvis. I was born on his 30th birthday -1/08/65- and he died on
my dad's 46th birthday - 8/16/77. So I'm 42 today which is the same age he was when he
died. That's my Elvis connection. Buzz - vimpisback@yahoo.com
Posted January 8, 2007
Have you heard this new internet radio station featuring a lot of rock a billy
www.AllMemphisMusic.com - Great music!! Jon - jonpaulscott@gmail.com
Posted January 8, 2007
I wanted to know if you could point me in the right direction to find a Bill Black autograph?
Lance Morgan - lemi77@socal.rr.com
Posted January 6, 2007
ROB ross 0f MATCHBOX BAND, LATE 70S NOW LIVES IN TENERIFE SELLING TIMESHARE FOR SOME YEARS
AND DJS IN SOUTH TENERIFE (TOURIST POP MUSIC) THIN ON TOP BUT HES A GOOD LAUGH, WE DID HAVE
A GOOD CHAT ABOUT old times RAY CAMPI, MAC CURTIS, CAVAN, SAUCERS, THE OLD MATCHBOX,
SO OLD rOBS OK. GARRY - garyshand2000@yahoo.com
Posted January 4, 2007
I wrote and recorded some songs in the sixties (mostly) that are sort of a
sythesis of Rockabilly and Early Pop. I call my music, Pop-a-billy! It is
FREE to all that want to hear it, at:
http://sw_index.tripod.com/music/robert-robin-brown.html
Rockin Robin - emusicka@yahoo.com
Posted January 3, 2007
I have for sale the following rare original Rockabilly 45:
45: Max Merritt & The Meteors: Get A Haircut / Dixieland Rock:
1957 NEW ZEALAND HMV (Dark Maroon / Purple labels with Silver print):
45-HR-131: Vinyl is MINT- condition. Side A label has a tiny sticker.
Side B label is Mint. Comes in original 1950's company sleeve.
If interested in this Rockabilly monster from the Antipodes, please
let me know. Thanks. Larry - minyip@bigpond.net.au
Posted January 2, 2007
My name is Bill Curtis. I was the bass player for a group called the "Pickin
Hicks", one of David Kents favorite groups. We played the Hyaride for 6 or 7
years when it was on Benton Road. David Kent made hired a video company and
made a full movie. Do you know how to get intouch with Joey his son? I was
wondering if the movie still exists. We never got to see it. Thanks for your
time. bc - daddiobill@windstream.net
Posted December 29, 2006
Just finished putting a new page up about the new museum in Nashville.
Went there earlier this month while in town for Scotty's party. It's still in its infancy
and has a long way to go but Joe Chamber has done a fantastic job putting it together and
it pays tribute to a lot of the guys and studios that you don't often hear about.
It's also about time someone started talking up American Sound.
Check it out:
www.scottymoore.net/mhofm.html. James Roy - jamesvroy@hotmail.com
Posted December 28, 2006
Just a quick hello to all of yall. My name is Lonnie and
I am the host of Rockhouse a Rockabilly music show that can be heard on
WEVL FM 89.9 on Friday Nights from 7PM until 9PM central time in the
US. We also broadcast on our website, which is wevl.org. Just click
on the "listen Live" button. It also offers three ways to listen to us,
and you can also d/l the players of those ways if you dont already have
any of them. I do take requsts during the show at (901)528-1990. I
cannot oput you on the air because we do not have that capabillity.
WEVL is a Non-commercial Volunteer Station. MOST of the on air voices
are volunteer from the community that just want to share their music
collections with listeners to educate them about a particular style of
music. I want to thank J D Cooper, a former programmer and long time
friend of mine for making me aware of this group, and i have really
enjoyed reading your messages and admire your dedication to this cool,
cool music that we love. if I can help out with any requests or
questions, please feel free to ask and you can email me at the website
or call me when im on air. There is about a 1 minute delay from actual
airing to the web so I may come on at 7:01 on the web, but be patient-
I'll be there. Again, thanks and lets rock
and roll cats and kittens! - lviar1@midsouth.rr.com
Posted December 19, 2006
IF YOU LIKE REAL ROCKIN' MUSIC, THIS IS YOUR PLACE TO BE
http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=LynchburgSourMash
Bo Henriksson - rockwithmebaby@hotmail.com
Posted December 19, 2006
"The Bo Diddley Story" is the title of a major new 3-part series to be broadcast in
January 2007 by the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) Radio 2 network.
Narrated by The Who's Roger Daltrey, "The Bo Diddley Story" features a new interview
with Bo Diddley along with conversations with harmonica player Billy Boy Arnold,
drummer and harmonica player Willie "Big Eyes" Smith and guitarist Jody Williams,
plus Dave Davies (The Kinks), Ray Fenwick (Spencer Davis Group, Ian Gillan Band,
Syndicats etc), Wilco Johnson (Dr. Feelgood, Solid Senders etc) and Tom McGuinness
(Manfred Mann, The Blues Band, John Mayall etc), among others.
Episode 1 of "The Bo Diddley Story" is scheduled to air on BBC Radio 2 on
Tuesday January 16th 2007 from 9.30pm-10.00pm (GMT/UTC), Episode 2 on Tuesday
January 23rd 2007 from 9.30pm-10.00pm (GMT/UTC) and Episode 3 on Tuesday
January 30th 2007 from 9.30pm-10.00pm (GMT/UTC).
Listeners around the world will be able to listen on-line to this 3-part
series streamed in RealMedia format by visiting the BBC Radio 2 Documentaries
webpage located at http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio2/documentaries/ and clicking the
"Listen Live" link or, for an additional 7 days after each of the 3 programs has
aired, by clicking the "Listen Again" link.
David Blakey, Webmaster,
BO DIDDLEY-The Originator
surfsinkorswim@GOBODIDDLEYyahoo.com
http://members.tripod.com/~Originator_2/index.html
A Celebration of his unique contribution to Popular Music.
Posted December 19, 2006
Cash fans might like to watch the video of Rayburn Anthony singing "folsom Prison Blues"
in Helsinki this past March.
Just go to www.youtube.com and put in Rayburn's name. He has been doing a lot of recording
lately with a new cd on Rhythm Bomb due soon. He is also going to Sweden and Finland
in March 2007. Jim Newcombe - jimmy_newcombe@hotmail.com
Posted December 16, 2006
Any info on Phil Grey or Gray and his Go Boys. "Bluest Boy In Town", "Pepper Hot Baby".
Alive, Deceased, Found the Lord, Etc. Circa 1956. catman - r.ladden@comcast.net
Posted December 16, 2006
Hello there!
I am just seeking for peopple collecting Stray Cats, Brian Setzer....
I am interested in getting paper goods, live shows, videos..
Anything email me JonPascualdelValle@yahoo.es
Jon - JonPascualdelValle@yahoo.es
Posted December 14, 2006
Hello, my name is Bernie Hamburger of Hamburguitar, back in 1992 I presented a
guitar that I custom built for Carl Perkins, I am just curious to its where abouts ...
it is tele shaped, finished in transparent blue, with three pickups, please give me
any info you may have, thankyou, Bernie of Hamburguitar - hamburguitar@coam.net
Posted December 6, 2006
Hello everybody. Firstly I would like to wish everyone on the forum a
merry Christmas and a happy new year.
My yearly Gene Vincent Tribute night will be on Saturday 10th February
2007 at the Ace Cafe London, Ace Corner, Stonebridge Park London NW10
7UD [phone 020 8961 100]. The band this year are "Race With The Devil"
who played my first tribute night 5? years ago. DJ's are Big Beat Kris,
WildWax Stu and The Rocketeer. For those of you who know Kris he is
under strict instruction NOT to monkey with the records or to play an
interview when everyone is dancing ! You may notice that it is on the
Saturday nearest Gene's birthday , so it would be nice to have a good
crowd there to celebrate this. This is something I do as a fan for
Gene's fans so it would be nice to have as much support as possible so
I can keep this going every year - I look forward to seeing you there !
All the best, Phil Whyte - phil@jowhyte.freeserve.co.uk
Posted December 6, 2006
Hello, I just picked up a single ("Good Friends"/"Set Me Free") by The Rock-a-billy
Rebels on the Downtown label (DT-32). It's dated 10/4/76, and seems to be
from the States. Band members listed on the label are:
Teddy. L. Taylor,
Manny B. Goode,
Big Brother McBarnold,
Stu The Pew and
Mike Van Dyke.
I can't find any info on them. Can you shed any light, please?
Cheers, Steve - baytree@xs4all.nl
Posted December 6, 2006
How can I find out where to get copies of 1963 (45-prm) record: Boo Hoo and Teenage Spring?
Bob Busso - Bbobbusso@aol.com
Posted December 4, 2006
Hi RHOF readers
just a quick message to let you know that Mad Rat Mag December issue is now online at
www.madratmag.co.uk featuring gigs reviews cd reviews gig guide and much more.
and just in case we dont get chance to pop in again before the new year we are wishing
you everything you wish for yourselves and more Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year...
from everyone at Mad Rat Mag. Linette Richardson - madrat@blueyonder.co.uk
Posted November 30, 2006
Slim Jim's Rockin' Web Store - new stock!
We're back again to let you know that more items have been added to the SJP web store.
First up we have a brand new Slim Jim Phantom t-shirt designed by the premier voodoo
rockabilly artist Vince Ray. We're awaiting delivery of stock (expected next week),
but you can place your order now to get your shirt hot off the press.
Secondly the CD/DVD section has been updated with two new albums: -
**"13 Tracks" by 13 Cats - 2003 U.S. release (this item is only available via our 'pre-order'
service and will come autographed by Jim).
**"Graveyard Smashes Volume 1" by Dead Men Walking - studio LP of greatest hits recorded
earlier this year.
Full details on these items can be found in the web store:
www.SlimJimPhantom.com/Store.htm
Posted November 29, 2006
Hi, I'm trying to find "everything", posters, photos, biography, records by Jimmy Clee "king
lefty & his rangers". I work in the nursing home where he is a resident and I'd love
to surprise him with a homemade scrapbook. I've only been able to get a small audio clip
of "I'm Loosing You" (repeats about five words over and over on website.
Jimmy was on the COOL 45 rpm record, he was vocalist, also David Hank was vocalist.
Any help would be much appreciated, thank you for your time.
Annette Perry, Daytona Beach, FL - tmperrys@bellsouth.net
Posted November 26, 2006
A couple of years ago a I wrote up a page about the history of the OK Houck
Piano Company, the store in Memphis where Scotty, Elvis, Bill and many other
area musicians bought their instruments (see
http://scottymoore.net/okhouck.html).
Recently I was contacted by one of the Houck's distant relatives who was
kind enough to forward a scan of an article published in the September 27,
1926 edition of the Commercial Appeal that gives more insight to its history
and puts faces to some of the names. I transcribed it and published it as a
page on Scotty's site as an addendum to the original piece. Check it out at
http://scottymoore.net/okhouck2.html.
James Roy - jamesvroy@hotmail.com
Posted November 26, 2006
I have been trying to obtain the lyrics to Rockabilly Rock Rock Rock, to no avail.
I would appreciate it if you could help me, I don,t know who sings it, but my favourite
radio station Beat FM here in Bundaberg Queensland plays it quite often. Please Please help me.
Lynda - llo05252@bigpond.net.au
Posted November 24, 2006
One of the founding fathers of rock & roll, BO DIDDLEY celebrates his 78th birthday on Saturday
December 30th 2006 and we encourage all his many fans around the world to sign the BO DIDDLEY-The
Originator website Guestbook with their birthday greetings and messages.
As we always do at this time of year, we are making special arrangements for BO DIDDLEY
to view each and every one of your greetings. This is an opportunity for you to convey your
appreciation and best wishes to one of the undisputed legends of rock & roll and a true
original on the occasion of his 78th birthday.
Please sign the Guestbook, located at
http://members.tripod.com/~Originator_2/guestbook.html
and show your support for The Originator - BO DIDDLEY.
Thank you very much.
David Blakey, Webmaster,
BO DIDDLEY-The Originator
http://members.tripod.com/~Originator_2/index.html
A Celebration of his unique contribution to Popular Music.
Posted November 20, 2006
Hello, My name is Mark, I am a guitarist living in Florida. I just uploaded some Holiday guitar
arrangements in the form of sheet music and MP3's. They are 100% free, you don¹t have to pay
anything, or sign up for anything to access them. The sheet music uses traditional notation,
TAB and chord charts. The MP3's are all guitar instrumentals. Please check them out and let
me know what you think. You can access the site through
www.MJSPublications.com, or just use this direct
link:
http://mjspublications.com/low_band/page.php?table=products&page_id=20.
If you have any questions or comments please let me know. I hope to hear back from you,
Sincerely, Mark - wriverroad@aol.com
Posted November 20, 2006
Firebird. Chris Nomad, upright bass;
Pete Belair, guitar;
Matt DeVille, drums.
Buildin' a Hot Rod - new CD release.
Soaring guitar riffs, hard slapping bass and driving drum beat blast off into a rockin' orbit.
Firebird underscore the genre with a fusion of high energy and wild attitude.
info@firebirdtrio.com - www.firebirdtrio.com
Posted November 15, 2006
I have enjoyed looking at your sight. I am a collector of old ephemera and I was hoping you could
help me verify a piece of information.
I have an Official Jamboree History Picture Book from 1975, from the Capitol Music Hall
in Wheeling WV. It has an autograph page in the back that has two autographs on it.
One is Pitaful Pearl, and the other says To one of my fans! Liz Taylor. I was wondering
if this was Elizabeth Taylors autograph or another proformer that played there in the
70's. Did Elizabeth Taylor ever visit or play there at the Capitol City Music Hall
in the 70's? If so is there any way I could get a copy of a review or something
to show she was there? Thank You, Sally Penland - bobsal4@roadrunner.com
Posted November 14, 2006
I've just added over 300 new Rockabilly songs to the station playlist
which is at almost 7000 tracks now. Visit our website at
http://www.rockabillyradio.net
and let me know how you like the new design. Don Freeman, Rockabilly Radio - don104c@yahoo.com
Posted November 13, 2006
Dear friends, If you want to access Tillman Franks' guest book you can use the following link:
http://www.legacy.com/shreveporttimes/Obituaries.asp
Use Search option, by last name, FRANKS and at the bottom of his biography you will find the guest book.
Tillman will be missed by all his friends ... and that is a nice place to share our feelings with his family.
Sincerely yours from France. Dominique ANGLARES - anglares.dominique@wanadoo.fr
Posted November 12, 2006
While reading the Oct. issue of Rolling Stone magazine, I was amazed to discover an article about Larry Terry
in the review section. Larry Terry was my first car date. We went on a double date to the drive-in with my girlfriend
Arleta French and her boyfriend. I would visit Arleta in the summer at Tightwad, Mo.
(yes, the real name) where Larry Terry also lived. I currently live in Australia. I thought it was interesting to be
sitting in Australia reading an article about my first date of nearly 50 years ago!
Liz Wadsworth, Previously Betty Gilcrest - lizlarry@iprimus.com.au
Posted November 12, 2006
I can't find any mentions here of my penfriend GINNY WRIGHT who was a huge country star in the early 50s and made duets with
Jim Reeves and Tom Tall.
She has a website on Yahoo which I made for her at her home in Georgia and its on
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/rumine
Named for one of her hit singles Are You Mine made with Tom Tall and a cover of the original Myrna Lorrie/Buddy deVal song on
the Fabor label-which she recorded for.
Her website offers a custom made CD called I Love You after her hit with Jim Reeves and contains all her post Fabor work for
other labels like Chart. The liner notes are by me with her approval re the details and the CD itself was made in California by a
Jim Reeves fan who was able to copy vinyl recordings
Ginny began recording in 1953 and like her contemporary Bonnie Lou a lot of her recordings could easily pass for rockabilly-such as Indian Moon and I love my little chihuahua dog.
Some of her songs were written for her by Mitchell Torok.
Ginny was inducted into the Louisiana Hall Of Fame a few years ago but was too ill to attend at the time.
Her music was first issued on LP by 2 German labels Cattle and Bear Family in the mid 80s-which is when I discovered her.
She would later discover ME on the Internet and became my best friend.
Currently Bear Family have just issued a CD called Are You Mine with both her and Tom Tall as soloists and duetists but we
were both rather annoyed and disappointed with it as the writer of the liner notes got a lot of stuff wrong.
On one night in 1954 Elvis made his debut on the Louisiana Hayride after the Grand Old Opry had rejected him and Ginny was
a bigger star than he was at the time having just made his 2nd single.
He asked her if he could give her an A4 autographed glossy photo - this can be seen on her website amongst 100s of photos
of her both as a child, a star on Fabor, family photos and posed with me outside a Dennys Diner.
Richard Astley-Clemas - alicespiral@yahoo.co.uk
Posted November 7, 2006
I have stared a new Elvis Always On Our Mind's Online FanClub.
This is no cost to join because it on line I am looking for members at this time.
http://shirley.site.with.us/ - Thank you, Loving Elvis Shirley, Shirley1ElvisFan@aol.com
Posted November 5, 2006
Hello. I am trying to purchase a CD containing the music of John Wesley Caves.
Songs included would be:
Always Together
I Need Your Loving
Living In Memories of the Past
Magic Moonlight
Rocket to the Moon
Please e-mail me at spicycajun27@yahoo.com if you have such a cd and would like to sell.
Julie Schillage, Flintville, TN
Posted October 30, 2006
The Polecats are appearing at Satan's Hollow in Manchesteron the 11th of November!
Support will come from local legends
"Kid Voodoo" (garage blues merchants with
a tendency to play music) and "The Tailshakers"
(rockabilly trio who play it stripped down with
a punky edge).
DJs Dr Danny Ace and Captain Fido will be spinning
the rockin' tracks with a healthy dose of The Smiths
and Moz.
Tickets are £10 / £12. Details are available at:
http://www.myspace.com/kidvoodoouk
We now have paypal at the site
so tickets can be bought directamente!!
Hope to see plenty of our good friends there!
Dr Danny Ace - dannyibison@aol.com
Posted October 28, 2006
Hi, i'm just writing to remind all you rhof readers that mad rat magazine can be found at
www.madratmag.co.uk The UK's only free rockin mag in its entirety online to read every month,
Novembers issue up soon but you can check out back issues anytime you like.
Thanking everyone everywhere for their continued support.
Mad Rat Team, Linette Richardson - madrat@blueyonder.co.uk
Posted October 28, 2006
Just wanted to know the fate of the various mugus around the world. Please keep responding
to our cry over here. John Okafor - mayee@mugu.com
Posted October 27, 2006
Just wanted to throw in a memory of Freddy Fender. His song "A Man Can Cry" is one of my earliest
memories of song on record. Probably heard it at the tender age of 4, but hated it and my
sister's singing of it (Loved Ricky Nelson, Fats, Ronnie Hawkins, Freddy Cannon, etc.)
Still, it lingered. Didn't care for his seventies superstar run, either.
However, at some point Freddy entered my consciousness like a Big Dog as we say in Texas.
And I made a CD version of the same song I used to listen to as a kid plus the B-Side,
scratches and all. A Man Can Cry and I'm shedding a few for Mr. Fender right now.
And thanks to Rockabilly Hall of Fame for keeping the flame for Blues, Rhythm and Blues,
Hard Core Country, and that wild Baby called Rockabilly. Please Carry on.
And, Mr. Fender, wherever you are, Tell it like it is, Brother! Chris Davis,
Plano Texas USA - sccdavis@comcast.net
Posted October 26, 2006
Just trying to say hello. Edith - eknowles1619@juno.com
Posted October 24, 2006
Searching the Web hoping to find Buzz Cason's "Adam and Eve" on CD or MP3.
It got a lot of airplay in Australia when it was release, I think around the time of
Desmond Dekker's "The Israelite." I remember Buzz's song so well and can't believe it
doesn't rate a mention in his HOF Bio. Also can't believe it's never featured on a
60s hits album. If someone can point me in the right direction to get hold of this
song on CD and/or MP3 I'd be most grateful. Buzz Cason, you rock!! Andrew - andrewin@tpg.com.au
Posted October 21, 2006
i have an uncle {jerry byers} who made the list of rockabilly hall of fame members.
he died way back in the 60's i believe, but i remember as a child listening to his records that
i wish that i had now ... if anyone out there knows how or where i might find one ... i'll
be willing to pay a good sum for any of his records. thanx, clendon - clendon_mack@hotmail.com
Posted October 16, 2006
Hello You all rockabilly/Rock&Roll music fans.
Alan and the Blackcats, a wonderful band from Michigan, are having big success in Europe
at the time. They have a great cd out for everoney to purchase and soon ... there will be a
DVD+CD on the DVD a live show in Holland and on the CD new songs and some older ones.
This Young rockabilly band is just fantastic ... check them out and enjoy!
http://www.alandtheblackcats.com/
Have lots of fun! Nol Voorst - boppinnol@hotmail.com
Posted October 15, 2006
I am a painter trying to find the rest of the lyrics to:
Walkin' my blues away
Got no sugar to go in my tea
Drink my coffee black as black can be
My diamond leghorn has refused to lay
I'm walkin' my blues away...
THIS IS ALL I REMEMBER. IS IT AN EVERETT CORBIN SONG?
Thank you for any help in locating a record, cd or ANYTHING!!
Maxine Yalovitz-Blankenship - maxineyb@verizon.net
Posted October 6, 2006
Hi, daughter of Leon Payne here. If you would like any more information, please me know and
thank you ever so much for remembering Daddy. Myrtie Le Payne - cherokeefrench@hotmail.com
Posted September 28, 2006
Has anybody heard of Shooter Jennings? He's a country artist and also son of the legendary
Waylon Jennings. I heard some cool news about him at work at umgd so I thought I'd share.
He's coming out with this live album "Live at Irving Plaza 4.18.06" this October.
I've heard his first two albums and I really enjoyed them but I've NEVER had a chance
to see him live and I've heard he's an amazing performer. I'm really excited to hear
what he's like live, and who knows, if I like it I might be goin to one of his shows soon.
I think his website www.shooterjennings.com has more info if you're interested.
Anyone been to one of his shows or heard about this album? Gavin - westcoast_rodeo@yahoo.com
Posted September 27, 2006
Hello, you Rockabilly Cats!
I'm 45years old and i love Rock'N'Roll and Rockabilly since the age of 14 years old. My firsts
records where "Blue-Jean Bop!" by Gene VINCENT & "The Memorial Album" of Eddie COCHRAN.
Since those records, my life has totally changed! I only live for these kind of music,
but also for the roots: Blues, Country-Music, Boogie-Woogie, Rythm And Blues, Honky-Tonk.
My record collection is various: from Hank WILLIAMS, Big Joe TURNER, Moon MULLICAN, to the
great Rock'N'Rollers like Gene & Eddie (of course) but also Jerry Lee, Elvis, Little RICHARD,
and The British "Teddy-Boys" bands: Crazy CAVAN , MATCHBOX , SHOTGUN , and so on....I saw almost 400 gigs ! and i had the chance to see The BLUE CAPS in 1982 & 1987 in England ! But i would like to say that in France (my country) we had great Rock'N'Roll & Rockabilly bands like : The Rockin'Rebels , Betty & The Bops , The Rocking Boys , The Long Black Jackets, The Southerners, The Oochies Koochies , and much more !
And some associations are doin' the best they can , to organise gigs , with some of the great pionners : we saw Bill Haley's COMETS in 2002 , The COLLINS KIDS in 2000, Narvel FELTS in 2001 , Johnny POWERS , Ray CAMPI , Mac CURTIS in 2004 and so on... It's with a great pleasure that i would like to talk with Rockabilly &Rock'N'Roll fans from all over the world!
All right , thank you for let me talk , hope to have much answers soon
Keep On Rockin'! Dominique FARAUT - Brigidom2005@yahoo.fr
Posted September 26, 2006
This is a response to "Posted September 23, 2005 ...
I can't seem to find out anything amout Molly Bee - Whatever happened to her? Is she deceased?
Did she have a family of her own? Did she continue singing? Does she have a web site? -
would love to know. sandy allen, palmdale, california email: sandymalle@aol.com".
Molly Bee seems to have settled in Carlsbad, California and has appeared recently a few times.
A recent one at the Elvis Honeymone Hideaway in May 2006
(see photos at http://www.rockabillyhall.com/AlanClarkPhotos30.html).
Molly was/is a delightful and wonderful country singer and actress. I hope she will attend an
Rosemead High 50-year reunion in Apr. 2007. There is a MySpace.com web page, started by
someone else, that hopefully will become an 'official Molly Bee Fan Club' website,
if you will stop in and provide encouragement
(http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=100258964)
s_e_g@yahoo.com
Posted September 26, 2006
Has anybody heard of Gabriel Kickel? I was given a promo disc, but I can' t any info about the
singer. The music is basic rockabilly stuff. Contact me justus@hotmail.com
Posted September 24, 2006
I want to thank Ace Cannon for his influence on my life both as a musician and as a person.
It is because of Ace Cannon (and Tuff) that this week I just finished my 20th cd. It is his
humble spirit and pursuit of perfection that has caused me to seek that same level of perfection
in my music. Thanks to the Godfather of Sax for a lifetime of enjoyment in both music and
friendship. I salute you my friend. Dan Traxler, Gospel Sax-Man - tuffsax@aol.com
Posted September 14, 2006
RE: MR. BURTON HARRIS
MY NAME IS MIKE RAY HARTMAN. I'M A SINGER FROM JOSHUA, TX (A LITTLE
TOWN ABOUT 18 MILES SOUTH OF FT. WORTH). I SPECIALIZE IN 50'S & EARLY 60'S ROCK & ROLL.
I MET MR. HARRIS IN MARCH OF 2004. I WAS INVITED TO
SING AT A 50'S SHOW, AT THE PLEASANT JAMBOREE. BACK THEN, MR. HARRIS PLAYED LEAD
GUITAR IN THE JAMBOREE BAND. WE HIT IT OFF WHEN
WE FIRST MET. THAT NIGHT BEGAN A FRIENDSHIP THAT ALSO INCLUDED MORE OPPORTUNITIES
FOR ME TO SING THERE. IF THERE WAS TIME, AFTER
A SHOW, I LOOKED FORWARD TO TALKING TO MR. HARRIS. IF THERE WASN'T
TIME, I WOULD CALL HIM AT HOME, IN THE NEXT DAY OR TWO. SOMETIMES
HE THOUGHT HE WAS BORING ME. NO WAY! I ENJOYED LISTENING TO THE
STORIES OF HIS LIFE IN THE MUSIC WORLD,AND THE MANY PEOPLE HE MET,
PLAYED, AND ASSOCIATED WITH. HE WASN'T A BRAGGART. HE JUST SIM-
PLY TOLD YOU WHAT HE KNEW. WE WOULD TALK, SOMETIMES, FOR AN
HOUR OR MORE. FOR TWENTY YEARS HE BATTLED PROSTATE CANCER.
I KNOW HE WOULD BE WEAK, AND IN DISCOMFORT FROM SOME OF THE
TREATMENTS HE TOOK ... BUT HE ALWAYS GREETED ME WITH A SMILE, AND
A FRIENDLY HANDSHAKE. IN FEBRUARY OF 2006, AROUND VALENTINE'S DAY
MR. BURTON HARRIS PASSED AWAY. HE LEFTED BEHIND A WONDERFUL
FAMILY AND ALOT OF GOOD FRIENDS ... NOT TO MENTION HIS FANS. MY
GREATEST REGRET, IN THE SHORT TIME I KNEW THIS VERY TALENTED, YET
HUMBLED MAN, IS THAT I WISH I COULD HAVE MET HIM MANY YEARS EARLIER.
I FELT THE NEED TO LET YOU KNOW OF HIS PASSING. THANK YOU FOR
THE ROCK-A-BILLY HALL OF FAME ... AND SPECIAL THANKS FOR MR. HARRIS'
WEBSITE. MAY GOD BLESS YOU. MIKE RAY HARTMAN - waterhouserainbo@sbcglobal.net
Posted September 12, 2006
Jerry Lee Lewis has a new cd coming out 9-26-06.
vincent habel jr - vincentrocks@webtv.net
Posted September 7, 2006
September 7, 2006, 70th anniversary of the birth of Buddy Holly.
His music remains very much alive!
"Daddy-o Dilly" Dillman - daddyodilly@yahoo.com
Posted September 7, 2006
I would like to get contact information on Jack Scott, Jimmy Bowen, and Bob Beckham for their
autographs. Could you help. Thank you - Jerry Frasier - Frasierjs@aol.com
Posted September 7, 2006
I have an LP record album titled: GENE VINCENT, The Bop That Couldn't Stop.
I have been searching the web for some information about this album.
It is on "K-TEL" records produced by RCA.
What I am looking for is its production date (which is nowhere to be
found on the outside of the album cover.) I still have it in its original
plastic cover as well - NEVER PLAYED!
Do you have any information on this album??? Please help!!
K. Pearsall at kc2acj@arrl.net or kc2acj@juno.com -
Thank you.
Posted September 3, 2006
We now have a petition up on Petition Online to induct DALE HAWKINS into the Rock and Roll Hall
of Fame. You can access it by clicking on the link at Dale's home page (www.dalehawkins.com)
or directly by going to http://www.PetitionOnline.com/Dalepet/petition.html. Please sign
it and spread the word. Thank you. Flo Murdock - YoFlo@comcast.net
Posted September 3, 2006
You are invited to visit my blog site. I am sharing my personal memories of my friend,
RICK NELSON. I saw Rick 40 times between 1969 and 1983. It is my pleasure to share the
memory of a fine person, with those who may not have had the chance to meet him. I was
fortunate. My childhood dream came true.
Please visit: http://ledawoznickcarmody.blog.com
Leda Carmody - ledacarmody@bellsouth.net
Posted August 31, 2006
I would like to recommend the book The Blue Moon Boys by Ken Burke and Dan Griffin. If you are a
fan of Elvis Presley, Scotty Moore, Bill Black, and/or DJ Fontana, then it is a must read.
It also contains 40 photos.
It's available for sale at Amazon.com, BarnesandNoble.com, Overstock.com, and many various
Elvis websites. It retails for $24.95, but since it is a new release; it usually sells
for under $20.
Book Description: Boasting never-before-told stories of life on the road with a young Elvis,
this comprehensive guide to Elvis' band gives an insider's view of how the band worked with him
onstage, in the studio, and in movies, and features the first comprehensive look at their
post-Presley lives and careers. Band members Scotty Moore, D. J. Fontana, and Bill Black
created the Sun sound with Elvis, which has influenced such legendary performers as Ringo Starr,
George Harrison, John Fogerty, and Charlie Watts. Based on interviews with Moore,
Fontana, and the family of the late Bill Black, this resource provides first-hand insights
that have never before seen print, as well as several previously unpublished photographs.
Extensive coverage of the entire history of the band makes this book is a must for Elvis
fans, rockabilly aficionados, and anyone interested in the early history of rock 'n' roll.
Sheree Homer - homersm2001@yahoo.com
Posted August 30, 2006
Original sound, in rocking countryfied tunes! ME! Howdy Ya'll, I'm Nik Flagstar and I'd
love for ya' to check out my tunes, now these tunes were recorded round 2 years ago now,
and the new stuff is gonna be out soon, anywho ENJOY! Nik Flagstar and his Dirty Mangy
Dogs! www.myspace.com/nikflagstarandthepanhandlepair - Nik Flagstar - nikdud@aol.com
Posted August 29, 2006
Hi, I have a red see through album of Ricky Nelson. The label is in Japanese and english.
The name of the album is"FOR YOUR SWEET LOVE". The label is TWL. TWL-1076-A
and the flip side TWL-1076-B. Can you tell me anything about this album?
marian@cleburne.com
Posted August 29, 2006
Video Question: A few months ago I saw a clip on Youtube.com of a rockabilly group in a movie
from the late 1950s or early 60s. The clip was in black/white and the singer completed the
performance doing a Michael Jackson-like moonwalk at the end of the performance.
Does anyone know who the performers were and what movie that was from?
Ken C. - kcamp99@yahoo.com
Posted August 21, 2006
Howdy amigos! DJ Del here. I just wanted to take a moment to thank all my friends and fans of
"Go Kat, GO! The Rock-A-Billy Show" & MOTORBILLY RADIO who have helped to make us one of the
world's most listened-to ALL rockabilly radio stations on the internet. Sometime this morning,
at around 4:57 AM, we registered our ONE THOUSAND AND FIVE HUNDREDTH (1,500!) listener/preset for
MOTORBILLY RADIO. It's always gratifying to get good feedback and positive
response from your listeners, but I never expected the station to continue to grow
so quickly and become this popular in less than a year. So, from all of us here at
MOTORBILLY, I say "Thank You!" For those of you out there who haven't checked us out yet,
it's a pretty easy process as long as you have a decent internet connection. Just
go to live365.com to set up a free account:
1. http://www.live365.com/members/login.live?action=none -
Once you have a login name and a password, just head back to live365 to hear the music.
2. Type in "Motorbilly" in your genre/station search window and then click the green ? "add
to Presets" button next to MOTORBILLY in the directory.
3. Click the yellow "listen" icon ? to start it up! Dig it!
4. Later on, use the drop down window to select your Favorite Station (MOTORBILLY!)
from your Presets.
Once you're registered, you can log in and listen (for free!) to MOTORBILLY at any time
and from anywhere you have a solid internet connection (work, home, school, etc.)!
We'd love nothing more than to become your favorite online radio station and all
rockabilly radio program. You'll hear nothing but the greatest and the latest rockin' music 24 hours a day,
7 days a week on MOTORBILLY. We broadcast "Go Kat, GO! The Rock-A-Billy Show!"
live from the MOTORBILLY Studios on Wednesday nights from 7:00 PM till 9:00 PM,
EST and then have it in regular rotation for the next week. Music is updated
EVERY DAY, so you're bound to hear fresh new rockabilly, western swing, 1950's
rock n' roll and rockin' Americana roots music. I guarantee that you'll hear a
deeper selection of 1950's era rockin' music and more up-to-the-minute rockabilly
on MOTORBILLY than anywhere else!
As always, requests are very welcome. Just send them to us here at: del@motorbilly.com -
Thanks all, appreciate you wading through all this text. See you over at www.motorbilly.com!
Stay cool, keep rockin' -Del Villarreal
Posted August 11, 2006
For sale: Extremely Rare 16MM Film with Ernest Tubb, Hawkshaw Hawkins, and June Carter. Circa 1961.
The Film:
Your National Guard Presents Community Jamboree
featuring Ernest Tubb, Hawkshaw Hawkins, June Carter and the Stoney Mountain Cloggers.
Ernest Tubb sings one song, Hawkshaw Hawkins sings 2 songs, and June Carter performs
in a comedy skit with Ernest & Hawkshaw.
Ernest Tubb, Died 1984.
Hawkshaw Hawkins, Died 1963 in a plane crash with Patsy Cline.
June Carter, Died 2003, Married Johnny Cash 1968.
This is an extremely rare piece of country western memorabilia. After years of research
I have come to the conclusion this is the only surviving copy. It is a 16MM film, made for TV.
Approximate running time is 30 minutes. This film is in very good condition.
The film is complete from start to finish with no splices. I have only viewed the film 2 times
in the last 20 years. I have done extensive research on this film over the years and have not
located another copy anywhere. All I have been able to determine is that it is very rare,
so rare in fact that this may be the only copy that survived time. I am selling this film
to the highest bidder. Please make an offer if you are interested. The film is not copyrighted
and it is in public domain. There are several companies that sell DVD copies of similar
films. This film could be very valuable to collectors or someone interested in selling copies.
You can email Wayde or call me at 928-593-9638. WAYDEBOZ@aol.com Thank you.
Posted August 11, 2006
I Am Jimmy Dale Jordan. My group used to be called "Jimmy and the Fabulous Earthquakes".
Our hit songs: "CHAPEL IN THE MOONLIGHT" and "PLEASE BE MY GIRL". I then went to Rhoulette
Records ... my hit as Jimmy Jordan "THE GRASS LOOKED GREENER" and "TICK TOCK". I later joined the
Dale And Grace Duo. I became Jimmy Dale Jordan. Check out my web-site www.daleandgrace.com -
I have some of my photos. You also can hear the hits. The picture I am using is on my
Collectors Album on the site under BILLBOARD TOP 40. I am working on 5 collectors albums spanning
4 decades. Sincerly, Jimmy Dale Jordan - jimmydale@bellsouth.net
Posted August 10, 2006
I recently saw Finn and the Sharks at a music festiva in Sherman NY. They Knocked me out.
Have you dug em? Ginny Monroe - asa-rolla@juno.com
Posted August 10, 2006
Hi, I'm a new reader, steve l. Been collecting rab music since 1979 also r&b. blues &
rare small label stuff. steven Levin - seansdad1949@yahoo.com
Posted August 8, 2006
Have been hoping to hear from anyone who might remember
the "Midwest Jamboree" 1956-59 on kHOL TV Kearney NE.
I was the rockabilly singer for those years doing voices
of most of the great rockabillys at that time.
The Glaser Bros were on a few times. At 65, I'm still singin,
Still pickin. I pLayed for the Boone County fair
this year in Nebraska with a lady and my spouse
whose family was in vaudeville. Her dad was a "one armed
fiddler".
I was lucky enough to have a appearence and a orignal song
in the movie "Firecracker". The song plays in the "old diner
scene" while we sit at a table in the background.
my spouse was in a reality show this year and ended up in the top 8.
Pretty good for 80.
You can see her at starz.com click on "looking for stars".
Click on "videos" click on
"behind the scenes", click on #8.
Thanks, Bob Ayres - bobayres1@hotmail.com
Posted August 8, 2006
Everyone come out to DALE HAWKINS' Birthday Party/Tribute at 3rd and Lindsley, Nashville TN,
Monday August 21. It's an early show - 7 PM - be there for all the excitement and surprises.
It IS a SURPRISE to Dale, so don't spill the beans! $10 cover. Flo Murdock - YoFlo@comcast.net -
www.dalehawkins.com, www.3rdandlindsley.com
Posted August 7, 2006
DUE TO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES THE ONLINE AUG MAG HAS BEEN DELAYED BUT ITS ONLINE NOW
AT WWW.MADRATMAG.CO.UK.
FEATURES:
AMERICANA 2006
MAD MENS BRANKO INTERVIEW
WILDEST CATS 06
THE PROMOTER QUESTIONAIRE
CD REVIEWS
NEW B MOVIE FEATURE
Linette - madrat@blueyonder.co.uk
Posted August 6, 2006
Hello,
I'm bill mack former blue cap of gene vincent's group. i have the chart board marque of gene
vincent and eddie cochran's first visit to england, 1960 for sale. i can be contacted by e-mail
billmack57rhf@yahoo.com or my tel. number- 1-910-792-9766. it's width is about 2 foot by 3
thanks- bill mack
Posted August 3, 2006
(Open letter to Narvel Felts):
"HI, I REMEMBER SPENDING THE DAY WITH NARVEL AT MUSKEGON, MI. WITH JAY AND SHARON. HE DID A GREAT
PERFORMANCE AND AS ALWAYS, VERY GRACIOUS. I DON'T KNOW IF HE WILL REMEMBER MY SISTER AND I,
BUT WE HAD A NICE DAY EVEN THO IT WAS VERY HOT. COOLED OFF IN THE CAMPER WITH GOOD CONVERSATION.
I SENT NARVEL SOME PICTURES FROM THAT DAY AND I DIDN'T KNOW IF HE KNEW THAT JAY RONN'S
HEART GAVE OUT (he wouldn't have the surgery) AND WE LOST HIM. I'M SURE HE STILL HAS THE
PHOTOS AND I WOULD LIKE TO SAY HI TO HIM AND WISH HIM WELL.
A RETURN E-MAIL TO LET ME KNOW IF HE REMEMBERS WOULD BE APPRECIATED. CAN ANYONE HELP ME?" -
Tgreencolon@aol.com
Posted August 3, 2006
I have come upon two 78 records on which Boyd Bennett must have recorded the songs himself.
The records are in mint condition and there is one song on each side.I do not know if these
are worth anything or would be of interest to anyone. Hopefully you might be able to help me.
Don Hottman - shobydoby@msn.com
Posted August 3, 2006
Hello There, I'm Mandy Schins from the Netherlands and i would like to tell you that i
love your pages about the music we love.
My favorite artist is Ronnie Haig from Indianapolis.
I want him in the top 10 of the rockabilly hall of fame because he deserves that.
Take care and keep on doing this great job.
Mandy Schins from Maastricht - mandykuh89@hotmail.com
Posted August 3, 2006
Dear country music friends: Let me introduce myself: I am Everett Corbin, now promoting the music of the Great Traditionalist:
Vernon Oxford ... who will shortly have a new cd:
VERNON OXFORD sings Gospel, Country & Bluegrass ... with the emphasis on gospel, yet some
bluegrass gospel also for the first time.
More details later, but those interested please contact me at countrymusic1@juno.com or
everettcorbin4@aol.com - Musically, Everett Corbin, producer
Posted July 31, 2006
Big Al Thompson (double bass player of Bill Haley and The Saddlemen, 1950) is supposed to be Hank's brother.
His real name is also supposed to be Albert Scholz. Is all of that brainwashing?
Stephan Koenig - stephan.koenig007@gmail.com
Posted July 29, 2006
The latest Teddy Boy sensation ('FURIOUS') will be playing LIVE on Radio Caroline THIS
Tuesday on Del's 'Good Rockin' Tonight' radio show between the hours of 6 and 9 pm British
Summer Time (that's GMT+1). UK listeners with a SKY TV system can tune in by selecting
'0199' on their handset. Radio Caroline is also available live on the web via various
European satellites and Worldspace. For details of how to tune in, go to
http://www.caroline.rockers.co.uk, and the Furious website is at
http://www.rockfurious.com and their myspace is at www.myspace.com/furiousrocknroll -
Roy Williams - roy@nervous.co.uk
Posted July 26, 2006
Seeking bookings -- I'm a piano player in the vein of JERRY LEE and FATS DOMINO as well as oldies
and country. Signed with SUN RECORDS in 1961. Recorded and toured with Luke Wright, Charlie
Rich, Linda Gail Lewis. Can do single or band with Luke Wright.
JOHN C. GUTHRIE - 407-963-9431 - wild_piano@yahoo.com
Posted July 25, 2006
Florida panhandle -- Starting Rockabilly band I play upright bass drums and guitar. Write and compose.
Have all equiptment guitars P.A.s etc. I live in Ponce De Leon Florida. Need vocals male or
female guitaist and bass player or I can play allthough my first love is the drums.
Call or email Keith at 1-850-836-4422 - theflamingrednecks@yahoo.com
Posted July 25, 2006
Hey everybody, my band is currently involved in a song contest on a radio station in Columbus,
Ohio. I need everybody to get on this website http://216.71.202.194/mix/violet/ and vote for
Third Degree Sideburn and prove to everybody that Rockabilly Still Rules!!
Bassman-Bart - Rumblebass76@aol.com
Posted July 17, 2006
hi, i have a case of 24 carl perkins coke bottles unopened and would like to sell them.
if you know anyone who might like this, please have them call me at 731-668-8249 and ask
for jason or email me at redfred79@aeneas.net and thanks have a great day
Posted July 17, 2006
My name is Kevin. I am wanting to contact a Canadian Rockabilly Star.
He looks a lot like Santa Claus.
This Rockabilly Star had cancer and went to British Columbia Canada to See Allan a 19 year old Healer .
Allan Lives in BCC with his parents. Allan was on a resent television show on ABC Television.
Allan the Healer. Allan has written 3 books or so. All i wish is to contact Allan's Father or Mother.
Thank You, Kevin Neal, 2269 MC7027, Flippin, Arkansas 72634 -
(870) 453-8412 - moving_on_99@yahoo.com
Posted July 17, 2006
I have a special cousin who is going through a very difficult time, and an autograph from Jack
Scott would mean a great deal to him right now.
How would I go about locating him? Is he still in the Detroit area? Appearing anywhere?
Thanks for your help! Carol Hornung - chornung@comcast.net
Posted July 14, 2006
Can someone answer this question?
What recording artist has had a successful career as a cardiologist in Washington, D.C.?
I have searched the web for hours and cannot find this answer.
Thank You, Denise - sewhappy2day@adelphia.net
Posted July 14, 2006
I LOVE JOHNNY CASH AND ELVIS PRESLEY. IM AN INNER CITY HILLBILLY, SOME PEOPLE CALL THAT WHITE
TRASH BUT, I DONT HAVE A COUCH ON MY FRONT PORCH SO ... MAYBE IM JUST LOW RENT. BUT, WHAT A MARK
THESE TWO TALENTED CREATURES HAVE MADE IN OUR MUSIC HISTORY!! - tanya - tanyapotts@hotmail.com
Posted July 14, 2006
Hey everyone in the NY area,
I just wanted to let you know that the Buzzards are hosting a benefit memorial show for Ralph
Rebel on Friday, August 18, 2006. I'm not really sure what we are going to do except play.
Ralph loved music and he was a great musician so I guess it will be more of a celebration.
He left behind a wife and three sons, so maybe we can raise a little money for them.
All of the bands involved were personal friends of Ralph. Anybody who would like to be
involved, or maybe say a few words, is totally welcome.
Here is the line up so far: Friday, August 18, 2006, Matty T's, 356 Commack Rd.,
Deer Park, NY (631) 667-6868 - Spinouts, 9:00 pm; Pompadour Pussycat, 10:00 pm; Buzzards, 11:00 pm
- BuzzardsNY@aol.com
Posted July 13, 2006
please remind me who were the soul/pop group of the 60s & 70s who sang about "the world being a
great big melting pot" - sorry the group name and lead singer elude me - and its driving me nuts.
thank you - Patricia - patricia@digitalshadow.net
Posted July 12, 2006
Album L.A. Rockabilly: I am seeking a copy of an obsure 80's collection of Rockabilly
Music, called "L.A. Rockabilly". It featured bands like the Rockin' Rebels, American
Patrol and more. One particular band that I seek recorded their music in an aircraft hanger.
Can't remember the name of the band, but they had the coolest surf rockabilly sound
that I've heard. Anyone know where to find it? Mine went on permanent loan about
15 years ago to a "buddy" of mine. Doug Liles - douglilesbusdev@earthlink.net
Posted July 12, 2006
Hello - I'm looking for photos of Elvis Presley from his days at the Louisiana Hayride.
I have been trying to contact Joey Kent but without success. Have you got any contact
information for him. I really need to get a good colour photographs of Elvis from
those days and he seems to be the only source. Thanks for any help.
Don Wall, Editor, Forever Young, Canada - dwall@haltonsearch.com
Posted July 12, 2006
Can someone (facts only) please tell me where I can find information (everything, anything!)
about Richie Valens Girlfiend Donna Ludwig. Is she alive? Married? Where does she live?
Does she have a book or website? "Donna" is a good song but I am trying to find out more
about the person she is today and hell if I can find it. Thanks a bunch. Rob Wells
- Wellsrob30@hotmail.com>br>
Posted July 11, 2006
Alan and The Blackcats are in the Netherlands since April this year, they did allready a lots of
shows and they are getting more and more succes, all over Europe.
They will stay untill November and then will return to the USA.
It's a fantastic band, very young though, 18, 19 and 21. Alan Kivroy the man behind the
band is 56 and has a lots of expirience in the music world. Released two ep's many years ago as "The Fabelouse Rockabilly's". Keep an eye on this fantastic band You will enjoy their Rockabilly spirit.
Alan and The Blackcats ... whew!!
www.rockabilly.nl/reviews/alandtheblackcats.htm.
See ya Nol&Wies from The Netherlands - boppinnol@hotmail.com
Posted July 10, 2006
I AM INTERESTED IN FINDING OUT WHat is going on at opryland the week of july 10 2006.
Joann Carlile - joann_carlile2006@yahoo.com
Posted July 6, 2006
Hello, My name is Jessica Mitchell and I am currently assisting with casting for
FOX's hit TV show Trading Spouses. Gearing up for the shows third season I
am searching for a fun, wacky outgoing Rock 'n' Roll Rockabilly family!
Do you know a family with a cool Rockabilly mom?
I am writing to you to see if you can help me in my search for finding a
family crazy about Rockabilly music that would be perfect for the show.
Trading Spouses is a family reality show that is like a foreign-exchange
program for Moms. For one week two moms trade places and their families learn from each
other. For participating, each family will be given $50,000. You can’t beat
that! We are looking for married couples with children ages six and older.
I would greatly appreciate any help you provide! If you think your family,
or a family you know, would be great for the show I would LOVE to hear from
you! Give me a call at 323-802-0419 and we will chat. You can also email me
at jessicam@rocketsciencelabs.com letting me know a little bit about our
family, or the family you would like to recommend in my search.
You can also apply online at
www.tradingspousescasting.com.
Jessica Mitchell, Casting Assistant
Rocket Science Laboratories - 323-802-0419
Posted July 6, 2006
Hi Guys and Gals -
Mad Rat Mag JULY can be viewed online at www.madratmag.co.uk -
This months features include Dukes final installment of the Rockabilly Rave,
Johnny Grande, Little Carl popular UK DJ, and much more....
Enjoy. Linette - madrat@blueyonder.co.uk
Posted July 2, 2006
Looking for a song by "Molly Bee", entitled, "We're Growing up!". I see it listed on one
Website as being a Capitol Records recording #2473 and being a "B" side of the record.
But no further information listed. (I believe the "A" side to be, "Don't Start Courtin
in a Hot Rod".)
Anyone know where I can find "We're Growing Up!" I am trying to find this out for a
person from the United Kingdom. A family member of their's broke their old 'record'
accidentally and needs to replace it, or maybe someone knows where a download of
the song is on the Web, etc...???
Thanks! Sandra - SweetGem2@aol.com
Posted July 2, 2006
Greetings. I'm looking for some video of Jeanette Hicks. there are quite a few different dvd's
and probably vhs's out there of the Louisiana Hayride, especially on e-bay. I don't know which,
if any, to purchase. Can you please help or refer me to someone else? Thanks, Ron in Texarkana -
RonAstroro@aol.com
Posted June 28, 2006
Hi, I write a column on the Rockabilly Hall Of Fame and work freelance for the german magazines
Rock & Roll Musik Magazin (www.rocknroll-magazin.de) and Slam Bam (www.slambam.de).
Any rockabilly-artist who is interested in doing an interview which would be featured in
either one of the magazines and also on the Rockabilly Hall Of Fame is asked to contact me.
If you are an artist and would like to get a review of your work, please feel free to
send your release to Otto Fuchs, Mühlgasse 74/2/5, A-2500 Baden/Austria for review.
Rockin' regards,
Otto Fuchs
buddycruiser@yahoo.com
www.rockabillyhall.com/OttoFuchs.html
www.rocknroll-magazin.de
www.slambam.de
Posted June 28, 2006
My aunt is looking to sell her elvis records, she has a very large collection and we plan on
putting them in ebay. however we do not know what the value of these records are. she has been
in the record business for more than 50 years. she has every record he ever made. could you please
advise a ball park price on selling these. the record have never been open. thanking you in
advance for your time.
FISHINGDUNHAMS@wmconnect.com
Posted June 26, 2006
I was finding out all I could about Tommy Overstreet and was lead to this site.
He has been my favorite classic rockabilly star since I learned of him in late 80's.
I say classic because I only loved his music when he was on DOT label. There was something
about the back-up and great musicians that made his songs great. I've learned he wrote
a lot of his songs and would like to know which ones. I don't like the songs he wrote
with girls names so I'm hoping those are not the ones he wrote. When I found Tommy
I was very dismayed that he was not too popular here and found out he did most of
his tours in Germany. #2 in popularity with Johnny Cash being #1. Couldn't understand
why I saw so much in his music and others seemingly so little. For anyone who miss
out just listen to his album Hangin Around and you'll be hooked. Jeanine -
mistysmom@netscape.com
Posted June 26, 2006
I recently read the article that Rob Ohira wrote on Robin Luke. I have a picture taken
at a race track on the island of Oahu. In the picture is Robin, my parents and me as a
two year old. My Parents and Robin's parents were active in sports car racing. Does
Robin have an email address? Sincerely, George Geer - geerg@coldwellbankerma.com
Posted June 26, 2006
i love dis site, maga - maga@yahoo.com
Posted June 26, 2006
If you saw MaryJean as part of The Lewis 3 at the Borderline you will be familiar with this
fine talented lady. [http://www.maryjeanworld.com/] I am proud to state that negotiations are being finalised to bring MaryJean
to the King & Queen pub near London's Tottenham Court Road for a performance on Friday August
11th 2006. You are aware that the K&Q has very limited space therefore tickets will be severely
limited. Contact me immediately if you are interested in a ticket(s).
These are priced at £12 each, & the price includes a buffet.
This is the day before MaryJean's uncle Jerry Lee Lewis does his own London gig,
so it should be a great weekend! Rock on,
Keith (020 8460 6941) keithwoods25@hotmail.com -
PS: Also see front page of current UK Rock magazine showing rare exclusive A4 size
1958 UK photo of Jerry Lee, for a copy of UK Rock contact John Howard 01702
512512 Ukrockmagazine@aol.com
Posted June 22, 2006
Hi kids. I'm an old git from Finland but I'm proud to say I was the first rockabilly singer in my country.
Yes there were rock and roll types before me but I'm the original rab-cat. Those other types
were wimps and copycats with no personality, they rose to srardom because they looked good. I'm an ugly geezer but I could sing even then! Now I'm thinkin of makin a triumphant return with a new back up band The Kickelsons. They are young lads who really can rock!!
We're are in the process of recording new material, look forward to more information, website etc.
Gabriel Kikkeli - gabe@gmail.com
Posted June 22, 2006
Check out the soon to be released new CD from 'The Fretz', they have put a Rockabilly twist on
some well know rock numbers, a very good party band, with one of the most under rated
guitarists going! enjoy. :) www.fretz.freeserve.co.uk - bigredhair
Posted June 22, 2006
Good Morning, I have a large collection of albums from the 60's, 70's, 80's.
I would like to sell them. Anyone interested? Thanks, Elizabeth - elizjoy99@aol.com
Posted June 20, 2006
Since the R and R Hall of Fame Induction process is decided on an International Voting Body,
it seems to me that the USA should have its own Hall of Fame for our musicians.
I would like to Induct "Poco", since they have met any and all criteria, not to mention
16 albums and cds plus a cd/dvd at the Bellcourt in Nashville in May 2004.
Geoff Kersey - geoffreysurfsup@aol.com
Posted June 19, 2006
Hi, I have a friend who likes the Collins Kids. he only has a cassette player and I would like
to locate a cassette of The Collins Kids. Can you help me?
Thanks, Joyce in Northern California - briangranville@sbcglobal.net
Posted June 15, 2006
Hey there... Does anyone know of a recording of Utah Carl's theme song "Wanderer of the
Wasteland? I just found a promo pic of him and his band and would love to have recording of
this song. Thanks. Rick Andrews - randrews5@houston.rr.com
Posted June 14, 2006
Hello Rockers .... pictures of Screamin festival Calella Spain:
http://www.home.versatel.nl/johnlucy
John and Lucy - oldstijl@wishmail.net
Posted June 11, 2006
FARON YOUNG TRIBUTE SHOW. Sunday, June 18th, 2006 beginning at 2 P.M. at the Municipal Auditorium.
The Louisiana Tribute Jamboree pays tribute to Shreveport's own the legendary Faron Young.
Bud Christian and Hystrung will entertain you Branson-style with traditional country music,
comedy and up and coming talent. Cost is only $10 a person. $5 for seniors, military and students.
Since it's Father's Day. ALL DADS get in absolutely FREE!
There will be concessions and good times had by all!
Don't miss this show. For more information, please call Johnny Wessler at 220-9434 - Jwwessler@aol.com
Posted June 1, 2006
The Blasters 2006 Tour, will bring the legendary group to Oneonta, New York.
The Wednesday, July 12th show will be held at 8 PM in the Asa C. Allison, Jr. Municipal
Building. A great opportunity to see The Blasters in a small venue. Mail order tickets:
www.leatherstockingpress.com - jim murphy - murphyjw@stny.rr.com
Posted May 31, 2006
Hi Guys and Gals.
Mad Rat Magazine JUNE featuring GIRLS GIRLS GIRLS Mac Curtis The Duke The Houserockers and
much more is available now to read online at www.madratmag.co.uk -
ENJOY!! Linette - madrat@blueyonder.co.uk
Posted May 29, 2006
VINCE EAGER! Saturday, 8 August 2006. The first pure rock 'n' roll gig in forty years from British rock 'n'
roll originator Vince Eager backed by Rockola. Venue is the Water Rats Theatre Bar, 328 Grays
Inn Road, Kings Cross, London, England. In addition, support act and DJ as well plus licensed bar.
Doors open at 7.00 pm.
Tickets are £10.00 in advance or £12.00 on the door. Contact Keith Woods on telephone number
(0)20 8640 6941 for tickets or further information. - editor's note.
Posted May 29, 2006
FYI Garage Rock Night, Might Be Fun :)
New York City, THE CONTINENTAL, June 24, 2006.
Located on the corner of St. Mark's Place & 3rd Ave. -
www.myspace.com/RantsNYC -
ROBERT GORDON, THE LYRES, THE CHARMS, THE RANTS.
THE RANTS ARE A HOT NYC GARAGE/PUNK BAND.
GARAGE-A-BILLY! For tickets contact ticketweb.com -
$10.00 - Barbara Jane (BJ) Treager - Goldcard777@aol.com
Posted May 29, 2006
The best Rockabilly band around can be found at: www.thedempseys.net - lildarlin311@yahoo.com
Posted May 29, 2006
Good day. Hello we are Carolina & Peter. We are from Holland (Europe).
We will visit comming 2 weeks, Memphis, Las Vegas Los Angeles, San Francisco and New York.
We are looking fore some R 'n' R / Rockabilly stores, bars, clubs and events.
Can you help us with some adresses. Thanks, Carolina & Peter.
Keep on rocking - pinkcadillac@zonnet.nl
Posted May 29, 2006
I would like to know if there is anyone that has a Photo of Johnny Horton.
Send to: Darlene R kautz, N1870 hwy x, Merrill wis 54452
- Rkautz@dwave.net
Posted May 29, 2006
i'm a child of the 50's and i thought i knew most of the rock'n' roll people of that time.
i found charlie feathers by accident on yahoo 50's rock 'n' roll station, he was singing the elvis
song, YOUR RIGHT I'M LEFT SHE'S GONE, it completly knocked me out, since then i have found
out more about him and i have ordered some of his records, i think he was truly great, i cant wait
to hear more of his work. P.Crowther@salford.ac.uk
Posted May 19, 2006
I'm looking for a rockabilly band for a private party in Grafton, VT on Sep.
9, 2006. Can you tell me how to find a booking agent who can help me ASAP?
Thanks! Simon Young - vermontparty@comcast.net
Posted May 17, 2006
Howdy friends and neighbours! This note is just to let you know that The Cascadez debut-CD
"10,000 Miles To Memphis" now is available through most good rock & roll/rockabilly mailorder
companies in Europe (and a few outside Europe as well). If you can't find it, we«ll be glad to
supply you with a copy!
The Cascadez comes from Norway and play hardcore teddyboy rock 'n' roll and often compared
to Crazy Cavan or Teencats. On "10,000 Miles To Memphis" you find 16 original songs ranging
from straight teddyboy rock & roll to Johnny Cash styled country. The CD has gotten lots
of airplay on radiostations in Holland, Germany, Norway and Sweden.
See www.thecascadez.com for more info or download a few mp3«s!
Bop! Arild - cascadez@hotmail.com
Posted May 16, 2006
i have i found a record produced by ken nelson. dont be mad by otis blackwell - elvis presley.
sang by simon crum. any info would be appreciated its a 45. other side is little red webb
from the capitol album the unpredictable simon crum. ty in advance for ur reply
Putney23@aol.com
Posted May 15, 2006
I've enjoyed seeing photos of all the stars. I especially enjoyed seeing Hayden Thompson.
The last time I saw Hayen was when I did the Slim Rhodes show is Memphis in 1957.
I was 16 and scared to death. Hayden was very supportive. I am a casting director in
Hollywood and if I can find a role for Hayden I hope someone will help me get in touch
with him. God bless all those who continue to sing and play and God bless all those who
have passed. Dean Keith Wolfe. www.keithwolfe.com
Posted May 12, 2006
Ed Bentley CD - Here We Go Again!
Hello Everyone, Just a quick note to let you know, you can now download Individual
songs from Ed's CD," Here we Go Again" on Apple Itunes. Just click on the following
link. http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAlbum?playListId=81595257 -
All the best to everyone, Jane Prey - Janeprey@edbentleymusic.com
Posted May 11, 2006
Don't know 'bout no Ford Fairlanes but I do know about steamtugboats and ultimate oldies dot com.
Enjoy'd your site. Towson ain't far from the Inner Harbor as the crow flies. give us a buzz and
'drop in' sometime. The Baltimore & Chesapeake Steamboat Company, Walt - www.steamtug.org
Posted May 7, 2006
FYI: THE FOUR UPSETTERS was formed by leader and drummer
JOHN GUTHRIE and guitarist LUKE WRIGHT in Middlesboro,
KY in 1959. They were signed by SUN RECORDS in 1961 and recorded
and toured with JERRY LEE and CHARLIE RICH until l964
when John was drafted in the army along with label
mate CARL MANN. John Guthrie is curently playing piano in lounges and
private parties. funcarnival@yahoo.com
Posted May 5, 2006
How can I go about getting pictures of Country Music Singers?
I also like to get pictures of Rockabilly Singers. This is for my radio station.
Sonny Hill, WZNI Country 1710. sonnycms@cox.net
Posted May 4, 2006
Has anyone ever interviewed, or located, Jimmy Grubbs of "Let's Rock To-night" fame.
Volk - volkerbelinda@ntlworld.com
Posted May 4, 2006
My husband and I bought a 64-1/2 Ford Mustang a few years ago and restored it to its original
condition. When we were cleaning out the vehicle to restore it we came across a card from
Classy-Chassis Ltd which had information on the back which said "Very rare car 1964-1/2 Mustang
first 1 of 50 made. White on White, 4 BBL, Automatic. Original car. Original owner was
Elvis Presley, bought for one of his road crew". We are very interested in finding out if
there is a bill of sale or purchase agreement proving this statement.
We are anxious to have a reply. Thanks. Sandy Narehood - ks64_mustang@hotmail.com
Posted May 3, 2006
Hello you all - on thes sites are pictures from 2 gigs from last weekend (lava and kroeg)
http://home.versatel.nl/johnlucy/
http://www.raymo.nl/bestrockabillies/
see fotos
gr erwin - e.princen@chello.nl
Posted May 2, 2006
Hey gang --
Thought some be interested in this.
Dave Rich, the country and rockabilly singer known for his 50s
recordings like "Rosie Let's Get Cozy" "Chicken House" "Ain't It
Fine" and the song that the Bellfuries covered "Sunshine in My Heart"
will be sitting in with us (Deke & the Ecco-Fonics) at our show in
Dallas, Texas, on May 6th at the Sons of Hermann Hall.
Deke Dickerson - eccofonic@earthlink.net
Posted May 1, 2006
Rockabilly in it's truest form. Country "kicked up a notch". Don't listen to this in the car
because you just can't dance in there. Your gonna tell all your friends and become "Rockit
Heads" before you know it.
Bo Porter started playing guitar at age six and by age seven was touring throughout the
South with his father Reid Porter and his bluegrass band. In the 1950?s Bo's Dad Reid
Porter had a band called The Dixie Playboys. If it's musical heritage your looking for
Bo definitely came by it honest. In his teens, he was onstage with the Panhandle Opry
in Northwest Florida and by age 17, Bo was touring the country with his own country / rock band.
He has appeared on stages from Dolly Wood to Nashville's famed Bluebird Cafe', and his bands
have opened for country artists including Doug Stone, Mark Chestnut, Joe Diffie.
In October of 2004 Bo and friends started recording the self titled CD for Bo Porter
& The Dixie Rockits that released December 2005. It's been said that The Dixie Rockits
are a "Southern Fried Rockit Fueled Frenzy Guaranteed to Send you into Orbit" You can
decide that for yourself.
If you're wondering where the name Dixie Rockits came from here's the answer.
Because Bo's Dad had a band called the Dixie Playboys, Bo and Ricky decided (with Dad's
permission) to use the Dixie part and thought Rockets sounded good. The usual spelling of
Rockets didn't suit them though so it was decided that because their tendency to take an old
country song and "Rock It" up that they should become the Dixie Rockits, spelled accordingly.
Bo Porter & the Dixie Rockits - dixierockits@yahoo.com - www.BoPorter.com
Posted May 1, 2006
Hi Guys and Gals.
Just a quick line to let you know that Mad Rat Mag (May) is now online at www.madratmag.co.uk
Thank you for all your input!! ENJOY! Linette - madrat@blueyonder.co.uk
Posted May 1, 2006
Does anyone know how to contact Tom T. Hall directly via e-mail or snail mail?
I want to send him an invitation to an event in Nashville.
Respond to - teachingisfun2@aol.com
Posted May 1, 2006
Keep tabs on what's goin' on in and around the Las Vegas and Southern
Nevada area. Do you have a rockabilly-related event coming to our
area? Feel free to post your Vegas event and add to our extensive link
resources page. Please check out our group:
http://launch.groups.yahoo.com/group/sin_city_rockabilly_scene/
Roxie - lfclark@ispwest.com
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