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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 29th 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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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! -
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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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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, S | |
