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Find Interesting December 28, 2000 - Hundreds of fans, professional dealers and curious locals attended the beginning
of a three-day estate sale at the country star's home.
Jennings, 63, moved last summer to a smaller home in Chandler, Ariz., and wanted his fans
to have a chance at belongings he left behind.
Among them: a customized black Cadillac, knives and guns from his personal
collection and -- the most expensive item at $750,000 -- a motorcycle once owned by Buddy
Holly, who produced Jennings' first record.
Organizers expect the rather bizarre bazaar to attract thousands and easily rival
the colorful yard sale in August of neighboring country celebrity Wynonna Judd.
But while Judd -- who was shedding stuff to move to her "dream home" in the
same area -- sold everything from hair dye and board games to Christmas lights and
designer shoes, Jennings is discarding memorabilia from a career that has spanned four decades.
His hits included "Good-Hearted Woman" and "Amanda" and the legendary duets with Willie
Nelson, "Mamas Don't Let Your Babies Grow Up to Be Cowboys" and "Luckenbach, Texas."
Much of what was for sale Thursday had been displayed at a museum Jennings operated in
Nashville in the 1980s.
For $10,000 there's "Leon," the hand-carved, life-size wooden Indian chief that was
Jennings' stage mascot for 20 years, and for $30,000 a Fender Telecaster guitar upon
which Jennings combined his "chicken-pickin" instrumental style with rough-edged vocals.
The piano where Colter wrote her biggest hit -- "I'm Not Lisa" -- was tagged at $15,000.
And a Venetian chandelier that hangs in their bedroom was marked $8,500.
The 7,600-square-foot house itself was listed at $1.25 million.
The Country Music Hall of Fame was given first crack at the sale, buying one of
Jennings' black signature hats, a large W-shaped stage prop, one of Colter's suede
costumes and the hat and boots used by actor Robert Duvall in the movie "Tender Mercies." Warner Home Video Announces King-Size Tribute to the "First Bad Boy of Rock".
Newly Re-Edited "Rockumentary" Captures Elvis in All His Glory on VHS Jan. 16 and DVD March 6 -
Includes 27 Songs With More Than 30 Minutes of
Never-Before-Seen Rehearsal and Concert Footage.
Warner Home Video proudly announces the release of the powerful "rockumentary" "Elvis: That's
the Way It Is - Special Edition," featuring a newly remastered and remixed version,
available for the first time ever in stereo.
Produced by award-winning filmmaker Rick Schmidlin ("Touch of Evil," "Greed," "Doors:
Live at the Hollywood Bowl") and his team, the special edition includes close-ups of
Presley's famous footwork and guitar work, cut-aways of the band, never-before-seen
footage including 10 musical numbers, and Elvis' off-stage antics. "Elvis: That's
the Way It Is - Special Edition" shakes up the stores on Jan. 16 on VHS for $14.95 SRP
and on March 6 on DVD for $24.98 SRP. "Elvis: That's the Way It Is - Special Edition" documents Presley at his peak during the celebrity-attended August 1970 Las Vegas concert series and reveals a seldom-seen personal side of the King of Rock 'n' Roll. Rare, behind-the-scenes footage shows Elvis interacting with the TCB Band and his back-up singers, the Sweet Inspirations and The Imperials, as well as his off-stage antics. The film captures the inimitable style of Elvis as he sings 27 dynamic songs including "Love Me Tender," "Blue Suede Shoes," "Bridge Over Troubled Waters" and "Suspicious Minds."
Both the VHS and DVD versions contain the original theatrical trailer and a new documentary "Patch It Up: The Reconstruction of Elvis: That's the Way It Is." The featurette chronicles the work of distinguished film restoration specialist Rick Schmidlin as he re-edits the film using never-before-seen footage. Schmidlin conducted an exhaustive five-month search for all existing film negatives, work prints and corresponding audio masters, producing up to four additional hours of usable footage, some of which was culled from individual scraps as short as a few seconds. Once he had the materials, he and his team went to work. There are many sequences of entirely new material, comprising roughly 40% of "Elvis: That's the Way It Is - Special Edition," which capture with greater intimacy Elvis' creative process and stage persona.
The entire film, including performances retained from the original version, has been re-edited, with virtually every shot reflecting some change in length and rhythm to give it a more contemporary feel. The recent discovery of 50,000 feet of original film negative shot by six cameramen who were granted unlimited access during the span of rehearsals and performances, and the original corresponding 16-track audio masters, provided the opportunity to re-cut the film. "Elvis: That's the Way It Is - Special Edition" represents the first time a film has been completely re-edited from start to finish using only original elements. This special edition will also be presented with a new Dolby Digital 5.1 stereo soundtrack. "Elvis: That's the Way It Is - Special Edition" will premiere on Turner Classic Movies on Jan. 15, 2001, one day before its VHS debut. Each video will contain more than $1,400 worth of Warner Spotlight Coupon values and will qualify for the Warner "Buy 3/Get 1 Free" Offer.
Dec. 14, 2000 -
Musician.com, the ultimate musician's resource center, officially launched today, introducing
the broadest range of industry and career development services available through a
single company to enable musicians to create, manufacture and market their music.
Founded by prominent leaders in the music industry, Musician.com connectsmusicians on- and offline
with leading music industry executives, artists, managers, producers, and others
who will empower them to further develop their talent and passion for music.
Musician.com offers access to learning tools, collaborative online recording,
lessons, and exclusive video interviews and chats with key figures in the music business.
The Company also offers offline services by arranging for the hire of personal
one-on-one experts who will consult with musicians on any aspect of their music
careers, ranging from studio recording to marketing. "Musician.com opens up the world of top music professionals, from producers, engineers and A&R people, to experts in all areas of career development, learning and business," said Robert Smith, co-president and co-chief operating officer of Musician.com. "Access to the variety and quality information, resources and services that Musician.com provides is unique, on- or offline. We are creating an environment for all serious musicians to enrich their lives as musicians and broaden their skills through direct contact with the most influential and creative forces in music today."
For the first time, access to a comprehensive and tailored mix of products and
services, as well as a broad range of expert consultants in all areas of the music
business, will be available on- and offline to meet the needs of musicians and professionals
in the music industry. The newly launched Musician.com offers the latest in industry
information, learning tools including exclusive guitar lessons from artists such as
blues legend BB King or Geno Lenardo of Filter, forums and chats with high-profile
music producers and engineers, and interviews and advice from top level A&R
executives at labels including Warner Bros., Dreamworks and Virgin on what they look for
in new artists. The site also hosts a database for musicians searching for others in their
field, an online studio that enables musicians to collaborate with one another and record
and access music from any geographic location, and access to online stores for musical
instruments and accessories. Through its extensive network of active music industry
experts, Musician.com also provides a wide variety of career-enabling services to fulfill
all of a musician's needs professionally.
MEMPHIS, TN - In a special tribute to
the Legendary Sun Studio's 50th Anniversary
PBS is filming a two hour special tribute. It's the worlds biggest
jam session. Bob Dylan, Paul McCartney, Rod Stewart, Elton John,
Robert Plant, Chris Isaak, Jimmy Page and The Who will be joined
by early Sun Artists jamming at Sun Studio. Jerry Lee Lewis,
Billy Lee Riley, Sonny Burgess and Jack Clements with Sam Phillips
himself in the control room.
Starting December 14, Sun be showing video and playing sounds
from this once-in-a-lifetime jam session! Too cool! AndÊyou're invited (even cooler!).Ê
Tune in at www.SunStudio.com
As you'd probably heard, the European rockabilly magazine Continental Restyling is
halting publication as of the latest issue (#45). This is from their website
http://pro.wanadoo.fr/rolls.pleats/crmag explaining why.
EDITOR'S REPORT:
"Our new hot rod / custom car magazine ROLLS & PLEATS is selling way beyond our expectations.
It's a real success! Check out the Rolls & Pleats website for more info:
http://pro.wanadoo.fr/rolls.pleats/
CR No.45 is out now. Sadly, it is our last ever issue. Here's the reason why: Up to about 1997, CR used to bring us decent money. Not a lot, but enough to live. However in the last 3 years, several of the shops that stocked CR have closed. It's no news to any of you that our scene is on the decline, especially in Europe. The only thing that could boost our sales is another rockabilly revival, but I've lost all hope of that ever happening. Dreaming is nice, but sometimes you have to be realistic. I can't see the kids of today suddenly getting hooked on '50s rockabilly.
In recent months, Angela and I have barely broken even on CR. If any of you think our life is glamourous, think again. We're putting out a lot of work into CR and we have to count our pennies everytime we go to the supermarket! As much as we would like to continue to support the scene with CR, we can't go on like this much longer. Therefore, Angela and I have decided to drop CR. It really breaks our hearts, as CR was "our baby" but I'm sure you'll understand we can't continue to put out a magazine at loss. Our subscribers will receive a letter about the remaining issues owed to them with their copy of CR No.45.
If you're in a band or run a record label, please keep on sending your new record / CD
releases to us: they will be reviewed in Rolls & Pleats. There was only one rockabilly
record reviewed in R&P No.1 but there will be several in each future issue.
Here's a preview of some of the features in ROLLS & PLEATS No.2:
The Custom Kemps of Sweden's Lead Nats 2000
The Road Agents' 2000 Hot Rod Rumble (Connecticut)
Lead East 2000 (New Jersey)
Euronats 2000: biggest ever gathering of '50s style rods and customs in France
Blue Mist: original early '60s custom rediscovered!
Pekka Wizzzard: pinstriping genius from Finland
Top chopping a 1941-48 Ford coupe: step-by-step photo how-to
Shaving door handles: step-by-step photo how-to
All the records, CDs and books we sell through Crazy Gator are now listed on the Crazy
Gator website, with prices: http://pro.wanadoo.fr/rolls.pleats/cg
We have decided to get rid off all the vintage furniture and clothes in our
shop, to concentrate on the sale of records and books. We have a really big
selection of top quality '50s American clothes which we're letting go for a fraction
of the US prices. Our prices on clothes are guaranteed to be the lowest in the world,
and we're talking killer gab shirts, peg pants and other hepcat goodies!! The cool
furniture we have is now so cheap it's almost given away. We need the room . ..
so pay us a visit quick, you won't be sorry! (by appointment only) Photos of some of the
clothes and furniture we sell can be found on the Crazy Gator website (address above).
We now accept credit cards (VISA and MASTERCARD). That makes it a lot easier for you to
CR T-shirts, back issues... or even buy records and books from our other business Crazy Gator.
We have put our 1956 Ford for sale. It's an old custom from 1960 which was on the cover
of SPEED & CUSTOM magazine in April 1963. Check out the photo and story at:
http://pro.wanadoo.fr/rolls.pleats/blue56"
Alex Ward of Radio Memphis fame had produced a one hour special on the Hall of Famer,
Matt Lucas. Alex dwells into Matt's ups and downs in the music business and plays all the
cuts on Matt's new "SHOCKABILLY" CD. The CD was produced by Lou Hobbs and contains unique
arrangements of ten great early rock & roll hits made famous by the original Pioneers.
Alex says that Matt's treatment of each song is "red hot" and makes these songs sound new
again! Radio Memphis is heard on the world radio network's Voice of America,
Radio Voyager Network and Merlin as well as having extensive internet presence.
Alex combines over 30 years of broadcast experience in Memphis.
In that time Alex has seen, heard or talked to everyone who's anyone in
Memphis Music from Elvis to BB King, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, Ike Turner,
to name a few. Radio Memphis website is www.radiomemphis.com. MIDLAND, TEXAS - Harold D. Goodson died Saturday, Dec. 2, 2000, at a Midland hospital.
His 1950's rockabilly recordings are featured on Rollercoaster EP RCEP 108, Hal Goodson
and The Raiders - Texas Rockabilly. It is likely a further 1950's cut by the band will
be featured on an upcoming CD from Rollercoaster.
A brief history of the band is on the EP sleeve, along with a couple of nice pictures.
Hal's full story appeared in Now Dig This issues 84 and 85.
He was born January 20, 1937, in Childress to William Goodson and Nellie (Fromm) Goodson. He was
a graduate of Childress High School and Texas Tech where he played football as a full scholarship
athlete. He married Joyce Lee Duncan Aug.
4, 1958, in Muleshoe. Mr. Goodson was employed with Fields and Company in Odessa and Amarillo,
retiring in June of 1999. He was a member of Crestview Baptist Church.
The family requests memorials be directed to American Heart Association, 3205 W. Cuthbert,
Midland, Texas, 79701. He was a devoted and beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother
and friend. His motto in life was "I tried" and he gave all of himself to everything he did. Shake off the post-Holiday "Blahs" with
some Post-Holiday Blues and Rockabilly!
The Rockabilly Hall of Fame, Zoo Bar and GRITZ.NET present "LOWELLPALOOZA'"
Sunday, January 14, 2001 - 4pm to 10pm, at the ZOO BAR in Lincoln, Nebraska. It's
a special CD Release Party and a Tribute to the late
Bobby Lowell, "Nebraska's First Rock
and Roller."
Bridging the gap between South Carolina and Nebraska with the release of
"Midwest Carolina Blues" Michael Buffalo Smith & The Rockabilly Hall of Fame Blues Band
(Rockabilly Hall of Fame Blues #110) was recorded in Lincoln's Jam Palace Studios.
To celebrate the release, Michael will reunite with band members Dave
Robel, Sean Benjamin, Pinky Semrad, Toni Baustian, Bob Timmers, Jim
Jenkins and Jim Cidlik to host a Sunday evening show dedicated tot he
memory of Bobby Lowell.
* Michael Buffalo Smith & The Rockabilly Hall of Fame Blues Band
* J. Harrison Bee & The Bumbles
* The Mezcal Brothers
* Shithook
* SPECIAL SURPRISE GUESTS TO BE ANNOUNCED
Cover charge will go to purchase a Memorial Plaque for Bobby Lowell to
reside in The Zoo Bar until the physical Nebraska Rock & Roll Hall of
Fame is opened, and then transfered there. "The Midwest Carolina Blues" CD will be available
at that day $10.00 each. Michael Buffalo Smith is available for phone interviews. (864) 232-1476
or editor@gritz.net
An autographed OKeh 78 of "Wabash Cannonball" and a vintage songbook are
among the Roy Acuff items currently being auctioned on the Hall of Fame
Auction site.
It's a country music lover's dream: A vintage OKeh 78 of "Wabash
Cannonball," personally autographed by Roy Acuff; classic editions of Alton
Delmore's behind-the-scenes memoir, Truth is Stranger Than Publicity; rare
copies of The 4th Annual Fan Fair Reunion, an LP given only to early Fan
Fair patrons, and never before available to the public. These are just a few
of the rare and fascinating collectibles that are now available on the
Country Music Hall of Fame's new online Auction Site.
The site offers collectors and fans alike a chance to
bid on a plethora of out-of-print rarities produced by the Country Music
Foundation Press and Country Music Foundation Records. With the Hall of Fame
preparing to move to its new location in downtown Nashville in the spring of
2001, the current facility on Music Row is now liquidating these unique
items. Many of these products have been unavailable to the public for years.
Some items that will be offered throughout the auction period have never
been available to the public before.The Hall of Fame Auction area currently offers LPs featuring classic country and rockabilly artists. Although none of the items listed on the auction are accessioned museum artifacts, each item can be considered a collector's item. In addition to the autographed copies of the "Wabash Cannonball" 78, other Roy Acuff collectibles include the Roy Acuff Foldout Photo Album and the Roy Acuff Songbook. Copies of the Hall of Fame's 1994 Wall Calendar feature twelve beautiful, full-color shots of contemporary stars Garth Brooks, Clint Black, Trisha Yearwood, Travis Tritt, Marty Stuart, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Alan Jackson, Ricky Van Shelton, Randy Travis, Emmylou Harris, Vince Gill and Wynonna, as well as 24 smaller black and white photos of classic country stars.
Vinyl collectors and dyed-in-the-wool LP listeners will want to check out
the LP stock, which includes such acclaimed 33 rpm releases as The Louvin
Brothers: Radio Favorites '51 - '57, Hank Williams: The First Recordings,
Sixty Years of the Grand Ole Opry, Buck Owens & the Buckaroos: Live at
Carnegie Hall, Get Hot or Go Home: Vintage RCA Rockabilly and The Bristol.
Visitors to the Hall of Fame website will want to check out the auction site
on a regular basis, as new items will be added over time. In the coming
months, visitors can enter the auction site through the navigation bar on
the left side of this page or through country.com's home page.
http://www.country.com/hof/auction/hof-auction-f.html
There are songs that come from the heart, from the tumbleweeds of Texas to the dance halls
of the San Joaquin Valley, and those songs are meant to be enjoyed by all the people who have
happy feet. This is a story about love and romance and, more importantly, for the historians of
Rockabilly music. This is one of the heroes of Western Swing music.
The Dave Stogner Story
Only A Memory Away
... is the story of
Dave Stogner, a world-class bandleader in the 1950's and 1960's, who
left his home in St. Jo, Texas to become one of the best known Western Swing band leaders on
the West Coast. And, Viola Stogner, an Oklahoma gal who dreamed of being a "Cowboy's Sweetheart,"
and succeeded. Viola Stogner, now widower, tells her gripping story about a twenty-year
romance with her "Cowboy Sweetheart." She tells her story for the first time as her friend,
Marie Brown, and her granddaughter, Bethany Coffer, listen intently at a beach house in Capitola,
California. Each of them has their own lives to live. For Viola Stogner, she found her true
soul mate, but for Marie Brown, she has still yet to find hers, and Bethany Coffer is a newly
wed, but each enjoy the stories Viola tells about her romance and friendship with the late great
Dave Stogner.
Dave Stogner and the Western Rhythmaires were stalwarts in the San Joaquin Valley and played in front of the largest crowds ever at the Big Old Fresno Barn. Many of Nashville's greatest came to The Barn to play at Dave's request. Dave Stogner could have made it big on the Nashville scene and the Grand Ole Opry circuit, but he decided the Nashville life wasn't for him, and neither did his band.
Dave Stogner had a sound in his mind that Milton Brown put there. He was able to perfect that sound with his band “The Western Ryhtymaires.” Bob Wills and The Texas Playboys, and Milton Brown and The Musical Brownies, were influential in his style of music.
This is a story that music fans from all over will want to read, and for those romantics who like to read about romance, love, and family, and how Viola got her man. Viola Stogner
Viola Stogner lives in Madera, California in the house that Dave and her bought before he died in 1989. She enjoys time with her children and grandchildren, and spends a lot of time with her neighbor, Marie Brown, who has listened faithfully to her stories about love and romance.
Judy Malmin wrote the first manuscript that was titled, "It Wasn't Easy, Was It." Judy lives in Santa Cruz with her husband and son. Judy spent hours taping conversations with Dave Stogner before he died.
John W. Cargile enlarged on the first manuscript and spent hours e-mailing and talking to Judy and Viola about the book's contents. John lives in Coker, Alabama with his wife and son. He is the publisher of Rolling Chrome Books.
Rolling Chrome Books
12208 Mt. Olive Road
Coker, AL 35452
(205)339-3621
(205)339-3034 Fax
E-Mail: JcargileJohnC@netscape.net
John Cargile - Publisher
Country legend George Jones has announced an extensive U.S. tour schedule that
will keep him on the road from January until November.
For George's fans, here are the scheduled dates so far: WHAT: Holiday season and evening tours with the
annual lighting of
the traditional lights and decorations on the Memphis Graceland mansion
property. The extensive spectacle includes hundreds of blue
lights along the driveway, a life-size nativity scene, Santa
and his sleigh and much more originally displayed by Elvis.
For the second year, Arkansas philanthropist Jennings Osborne
and his family have constructed expanded spectacular displays
of over two million lights in the backyard of Graceland
mansion and in Graceland Plaza. From Tony Wilkinson - It was with considerable sadness today that I received a telephone call
advising the death of John Stafford from a heart attack last night (20
November 2000).
John was a regular contributor to Now Dig This, especially with his
perceptive Hemsby show reviews and other articles. He had a wealth of
knowledge of all things rock 'n' roll and country and knew many of the stars
on a personal level. He was a supremo at autograph collecting and had an
unrivalled collection.
However above all else, he was a general all round good guy and was willing
to share knowledge and contacts at all times. To put it simply, there are
not too many like him.
Two of the acts he admired above all were the late Carl Perkins and Ricky
Nelson. John wrote a book on Ricky which was published a few years back and
has written a book on Carl which is scheduled to be issued early next year.
I have been privileged to read the draft of his book on Carl and in all
probability it will come to be regarded as one of the definitive pieces on
this great star. Let this be his testimony.
I for one shall miss sitting around the table in the hotel at Hemsby
listening to John relate some bloody amusing and/or interesting tales of his
past experiences or saucy stories regarding some singing star.
John was a genuine person and I for one plus, I suspect, the rest of the
rock 'n' roll fraternity will miss you.
FOLLOWUP:
To echo Tony`s words, this is indeed a very sad loss in the literary rock n
roll world. John was a superb story teller and shared stories in an
admirable open way, with not a hint of oneupmanship. His many passions
included country , rock n roll, autographs as well as been a fanatical
"twitcher" (ornithologist). His research skills in tracking down names like
Baker Knight were exemplary and I`ll miss those hilarious stories of touring
USAF bases with Bob Luman etc.
It was only yesterday that I framed the 150th NDT cover signed by Phil and
Don Everly that John gave me a while back in exchange for some laser prints
for his awesome autograph collection . I was going to ring him before the
upcoming weekender to see if he needed any extra autographs for swaps and to
ask when the Perkins book was coming out, but then I heard the sad news from
Rod, confirmed by Tony`s post.
A good friend and a great writer has left a real void in our music world.
Knowing John though , by now he`s bugging St Peter to tell him where to find
Hank Williams and Jimmie Rodgers to get their elusive autographs to make his
collection complete.
Rest easy big man
Phil Davies
Starring From Arkansas, USA,
SONNY BURGESS, The Original Rock 'n' Roll Wild Man
Performing His Legendary Sun Recordings
Including 'Ain't Got A Thing', 'Red Headed Woman'
And 'We Wanna Boogie'.
Lo-Fi Entertainment &
COOL CULTURE Magazine
Present: The New York City Rock 'n' Roll Convention And Extravaganza:
A Celebration of the History of Rock Music. NORFOLK - It's time for Granby Street to be more
than a place to hit the mall, pay a parking
ticket or conduct some downtown business.
City officials want the thoroughfare to bring to mind the rhythms of Ruth Brown, Gene
Vincent, Tommy Facenda and other music legends. Introducing the "Granby Street Rock 'n' Roll
Walk of Fame."
Mayor Paul Fraim announced plans for the walk on Thursday at Granby Streets Backstage CafŽ,
where the first marker will be laid and unveiled on Nov. 17. "This walk will pay tribute to
the rock 'n' roll legends of Hampton Roads," Fraim said.
No one was more excited about the venture than rock pioneer Gary U.S. bonds, the
walks first inductee. It will be the entertainer's first time being part of a legends walk.
"To be honored, that's very special," said Bonds, whose real name is Gary Anderson. It's
fitting for Norfolk to be first in paying Bonds such homage.
Bonds is best known for his 1961 hit "Quarter To Three," which soared to the top of charts
in America and the United Kingdom.
City officials also said the walk will enhance Granby Street's reputation as a an
entertainment and dining hot spot, not just the retail destination it became years ago.
As new names are added, the walk will stretch down the east side of Granby.
Bonds concert will coincide with the Nov. 17 unveiling. Tickets go on sale today at the NorVa.
A modest Bonds didn't have much else to say about the tribute. He just belted out a few bars
of "Quarter To Three." Ê
CHICAGO, IL - WGN-AM 720 radio's Steve King and
Johnnie Putman have been promoting the Rockabilly Hall of Fame website for three years.
To aid one of the country's charity
causes, "The Needest Kids Fund," Steve and Johnny have just released a unique CD filled
with a variety of talent including BR5-59, Delbert McClinton, Matthew & Gunnar Nelson, John Mueller,
Robbie Fulks, Rick Danko and others. All tracks were recorded "live" on-the-air in one take.
To help support the efforts of folks who support rockabilly music, order your copy from
www.nationrecords.com or call 1-888-895-1845 toll-free. The disc is available now at Best Buy retail
outlets. Border Books & Music will stock it soon.
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NASHVILLE - November 4, 2000 - CRAIG MICHAELS,
recording artists, has just released his CD single, "One in a Billion,"
recorded at Burns Station Sounds (Nashville), to every country music station in the U.S.
This particular song was co-written by Jim Hurt, who received a Grammy for "Love in the First
Degree" recorded by Alabama. Jim & Craig wrote songs together for five years and the song
itself was brought to the attention of Clive Davis who signed Jim to Evolution Records Clives
Co. between Columbia & Jive Records, Clive's current company. Evolution went bancrupt and the
song remained hidden in the archives of Eddy Krammers Masters. Ironically, here years after the
song was written, Craig comes forward to release this monster ballad ... "One in a Billion."
Call your local traditional country station and request: "One in a Billion" by Craig Michaels.
To order Craig's full CD, please send $15 to Remuda Records, 10110 Castner Drive,
Berrien Springs, MI 49103.
Adriaan Sturm reports ...
RIPSAW announces that Finland's BLUELIGHT RECORDS
has licensed 17 songs by
BILLY HANCOCK & THE TENNESSEE ROCKETS for a CD release entitled "Shakin' That
Rockabilly Fever" (BLR 33722). The CD's expected release date is November
15th.
HANCOCK & THE TENNESSEE ROCKETS were a critically acclaimed rockabilly band
active between 1978 and 1982. The songs, recorded from 1978 to 1981, include
all eight that Ripsaw released on four 45s in those years and all 14 included
on the 1981 LP "Shakin' That Rockabilly Fever" LP (Solid Smoke 8015). The
NATIONAL ASS'N. of INDEPENDENT RECORD DISTRIBUTORS ("NAIRD") awarded the
Solid Smoke album an Honorable Mention at its 1982 annual convention. The CD
will include a cut released only in France, another released in 1994 on a
compilation CD, and one unreleased cut. The CD will contain extensive liner
notes by co-producer LITTLE NELSON, a complete recording history compiled by
co-producer THE SPIDER, and an analysis of HANCOCK's music and style by roots
rock scholar TAPIO VAISANEN.
RIPSAW is predominantly a roots rock 'n' roll and rockabilly label. It has
released critically acclaimed recordings, not only by HANCOCK, but also by
THE UPTOWN RHYTHM KINGS, TEX RUBINOWITZ, MARTHA HULL, BOBBY SMITH, and KID
TATER. HANCOCK has been a frequent WASHINGTON AREA MUSIC ASS'N. nominee for
best vocalist in its Roots Rock 'n' Roll category.Most of the tracks were recorded at BIAS RECORDING, then in Falls Church, VA (BOB DAWSON, eng'r.). Others were recorded at LOFT STUDIO in Great Falls, VA (CHAS. BOGDONOFF, eng'r.) and NO EVIL STUDIO in Washington, DC (Paul Wolfe, eng'r.
BLUELIGHT is a predominantly roots rock 'n' roll label that has released several hot rocking CDs, including one last year by first generation rockabilly artist MAC CURTIS. BLUELIGHT's contact person is MIKA MYYRYLAINEN. He can be reached by email at bluelight.records@co.inet.fi BLUELIGHT's address is Box 153, 00171 Helsinki, Finland. Its phone and fax numbers are 011 358 9 757 1728 and 011 358 9 777 2127. Reviewers, radio stations, and distributors wishing further information or promo copies of BLR 33722 should contact BLUELIGHT's Myyrylainen.
RIPSAW, JONATHAN STRONG, 4545 Connecticut Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20008 - (202) 362-2286
