Stricklin, Al 1984-05-05

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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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