Episode 234: Pioneers of Country May 13, 2012

Pioneers of Country Live!

Happy Mother's Day! Twelve years ago today. It was on a Sunday and it was Mother's Day. We play a few “mother” songs throughout the show. We begin with Hank Williams followed by Leona Williams (no relationship that I know of). Dave mentions he is in the process of painting the garage of the broadcast studio. Then The Statler Brothers entertain us with “Whatever Happened to Randolph Scott”. A live version of Second Hand Rose by Roy Drusky is next. Nashville Cats showcases stories and songs from musicians and session singers who have played important roles in country music history. It is from 1966 and is performed by The Lovin' Spoonful. Eddy Arnold with a “mother” song. Then“Send a Picture of Mother” by Johnny Cash. A novelty song, or perhaps a name dropper song is next, Country Music Nightmare by Boxcar Willie. The Keys in the Mailbox by Buck Owens was written by Harlan Howard is up next. Charlie Pride sings a Hank Williams song. “Honky Tonk Blues" was a big hit for Charlie Pride also. That's the first 30 minutes. We begin the second half hour with Canadian Country Music Entertainer, Ladd Dunham with a cut from his “Memories” CD. There's 48 minutes to go on this abbreviated broadcast. They were forgotten by The Country Music Industry, Country Radio, and even The Grand Ole Opry – Pioneers of Country proudly remember those artists, and the music they made popular. Special Note: Most of the E-Mail, chat room, and web sites mentioned no longer exist. Your best bet to keep in contact with Pioneers Of Country is on Pod-O-Matic or on our Facebook Page. You can now follow Pioneers of Country on Spotify!