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Charlie Adams
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Charlie Adams may never have had a hit of any measure, but as a songwriter and effective singer, he left behind a small treasure-trove of q… read moreCharlie Adams may never have had a hit of any measure, but as a songwriter and effective singer, he left behind a small treasure-trove of quality Texas dancehall Western swing, country, and proto-rockabilly recordings. Although Adams nev… read moreCharlie Adams may never have had a hit of any measure, but as a songwriter and effective singer, he left behind a small treasure-trove of quality Texas dancehall Western swing, country, and proto-rockabilly recordings. Although Adams never considered himself a singer, he vocalizes effectively on … read more -
T. Texas Tyler
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David Luke Myrick (June 20, 1916 – January 28, 1972), known professionally as T. Texas Tyler, was an American country music singer and song… read moreDavid Luke Myrick (June 20, 1916 – January 28, 1972), known professionally as T. Texas Tyler, was an American country music singer and songwriter primarily known for his 1948 hit, "The Deck of Cards". Myrick was born just outsi… read moreDavid Luke Myrick (June 20, 1916 – January 28, 1972), known professionally as T. Texas Tyler, was an American country music singer and songwriter primarily known for his 1948 hit, "The Deck of Cards". Myrick was born just outside of Mena, Arkansas. He recorded first for Black & Whit… read more -
King Porter & His Orchestra
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Jake Vernon Haven Porter (August 3, 1916, Oakland, California – March 25, 1993, Los Angeles) was an American jazz trumpeter and record prod… read moreJake Vernon Haven Porter (August 3, 1916, Oakland, California – March 25, 1993, Los Angeles) was an American jazz trumpeter and record producer. Porter started playing violin at age seven and switched to cornet at nine. He played locally… read moreJake Vernon Haven Porter (August 3, 1916, Oakland, California – March 25, 1993, Los Angeles) was an American jazz trumpeter and record producer. Porter started playing violin at age seven and switched to cornet at nine. He played locally in the San Francisco Bay Area between 1931 and 1939, playin… read more -
Gene Wyatt
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Gene (Preston Eugene) Wyatt was born in Lake Village, Arkansas. His parents, the Arby Lee Wyatts, returned to Marthaville, Louisiana when G… read moreGene (Preston Eugene) Wyatt was born in Lake Village, Arkansas. His parents, the Arby Lee Wyatts, returned to Marthaville, Louisiana when Gene was about a year old. Music was his divine gift. Untutored, he became an accomplished guitar … read moreGene (Preston Eugene) Wyatt was born in Lake Village, Arkansas. His parents, the Arby Lee Wyatts, returned to Marthaville, Louisiana when Gene was about a year old. Music was his divine gift. Untutored, he became an accomplished guitar player and singer. He honed his art by playing and singing i… read more -
Johnnie Lee Wills
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Johnnie Lee Wills (September 2, 1912–October 25, 1984) was an American Western swing fiddler popular in the 1930s and 1940s. Wills was born… read moreJohnnie Lee Wills (September 2, 1912–October 25, 1984) was an American Western swing fiddler popular in the 1930s and 1940s. Wills was born in Jewett, Texas, and was the younger brother of Bob Wills. He played banjo with Bob as a member … read moreJohnnie Lee Wills (September 2, 1912–October 25, 1984) was an American Western swing fiddler popular in the 1930s and 1940s. Wills was born in Jewett, Texas, and was the younger brother of Bob Wills. He played banjo with Bob as a member of the Texas Playboys starting in 1934, the year the ensembl… read more -
Howard Seratt
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The name Howard Seratt had been an intriguing imprint on the label of an obscure Sun 78. There had only been one Sun record, because Sam Ph… read moreThe name Howard Seratt had been an intriguing imprint on the label of an obscure Sun 78. There had only been one Sun record, because Sam Phillips had wanted Howard to reach a bigger market through singing country songs, and Howard's… read moreThe name Howard Seratt had been an intriguing imprint on the label of an obscure Sun 78. There had only been one Sun record, because Sam Phillips had wanted Howard to reach a bigger market through singing country songs, and Howard's strongly-felt religious views had prevented him from taking… read more