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[Kevin]

Growing up my folks always listened to country radio around the house, I think it was about the only station we got lol. I love that era of country music, and Merle was one of the main ones. An American classic.....

My 2 favorites as a kid were Johnny Horton and Marty Robbins. I still know every word to many of their songs.

 

[Tony]

My 2 favorites as a kid were Johnny Horton and Marty Robbins. I still know every word to many of their songs.

I still remember hearing that Mary Robbins had passed on my way to school. Tough day....

 

[gman2431]

Cody I truly like that! Got it playing now.

Its pretty Good. He congratulated us on getting married at the wild horse when we there and then hung out with him for a bit afterword. Gave us some free cds and shot the crap for awhile.

 

[gman2431]

 

[Tony]

My 2 favorites as a kid were Johnny Horton and Marty Robbins. I still know every word to many of their songs.

You like Marty because of Mr. Shorty!




I can say that because it applies to me as well! Tony

 

[Alan Sweet]

I was lucky enough to meet Merle in a place called Billy Bob's in Fort Worth, Tx.
He was not actually playing that night but came in. And even though he drew a crowd I did get to talk with him for a few minutes. He told me he had a place in Ft. Worth that he escapes to when he gets a chance. We had beer before the crowd finally moved in. Not an earth moving experience, but a pleasant one.

 

[Kevin]

You like Marty because of Mr. Shorty!




I can say that because it applies to me as well! Tony

Haha I do like the song but my favorites by him are the ballads. You know my spiritual beliefs cannot be considered traditional or mainstream by a long shot, but The Master's Call gives me goosebumps every time I hear it. 'Ol Red, Billy The Kid, Strawberry Roan, many others and of course the El Paso songs are as classic as it gets you just can't beat 'em. The use of marimba in the second El Paso was cutting edge & groundbreaking in American C & W, and coupled with the horns the Spanish guitar, and Marty's spine-chilling voice and the perfect background harmonizing - man-o-man that song just NEVER gets old. That song is a true work of art.

Haven't heard it in a while I think it's time for a couple. Turn it up and let the horns take you back in time .....

 

[Kevin]

Listening to it now - forgot about that subtle moan of the steel guitar. And actually that's a xlyophone not a marimba. Damn this is great music.

 

[Kevin]

Most people don't realize what this song is about. It's about reincarnation.

 

[Kevin]

And if you didn't know it Merle was a Marty fan too!

 

[rocky1]

As far as new artist, one of the most highly underrated, yet exceptional artists I've found is Ray Scott. A lot of his better work is Honky Tonk classic, and a tad bit on the comical side. But when he gets down and serious, he's about as country as it gets.

Ray Scott Video Channel on You Tube

 

[Kevin]

One of the radio stations I listen to in my shop is going to do a Merle Tribute after the commercials. they won't be playing much music more so talking about his life. this is not a music station ........

http://player.streamtheworld.com/liveplayer.php?callsign=KTCKAM

 

[Kevin]

@gman2431 I hope you're listening this is going to be good. The guy who started this radio station 20 years sparked similar radio station across the country, and is an accomplished musician himself. His name is Mike Rhyner.

 

[gman2431]

@gman2431 I hope you're listening this is going to be good. The guy who started this radio station 20 years sparked similar radio station across the country, and is an accomplished musician himself. His name is Mike Rhyner.

Didn't have a chance to. That's my time i wrap things up and go in to eat. Wish I coulda!