Stricklin, Al 1984-05-05
Country/Western musician Al Stricklin talks about Bob Wills and his contribution to the national music scene.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Al Stricklin
Additional Parties Recorded: None
Date: May 05, 1984
Location: Lubbock, Texas
Interviewer: Kristine Fredricksson
Length: 15 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: West Texas prominence in music,
Bob Wills,
Radio,
Western Swing,
contrasted to Nashville,
Bob Wills (again),
Impact on Stricklin’s career,
Western Swing (again),
Popularity,
Influence on later musicians and composers,
Stricklin’s opinion of Wills.
Tape 1, Side 2: Blank
Range Dates: 1933-1975
Bulk Dates: 1933-1984
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