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Description:

Born in Tyler, Texas in 1926, Johnny Gimble is one of the most influential country fiddlers of all time. This special album draws on his deep connection to Western Swing music, gathering an all-star cast of musicians to revisit old favorites of the genre. Together with a supergroup of friends and collaborators, Gimble presents a warm and entertaining listen from start to finish, featuring studio recordings directly alongside live radio performances. Top-tier musicianship, a lovingly selected setlist and lively production make this a classic retrospective of the Western Swing genre.

Now available digitally for the first time, you can revisit this 1980 CMH classic wherever you listen.

Tracklist:

1. Sweet Jennie Lee
2. Some Of These Days
3. The Bells Of St. Mary’s
4. An Old Water Mill
5. Song Of The Wanderer
6. I’m Checkin’ Out
7. Right Or Wrong
8. Just Because
9. Jammin’ With J.R.
10. Shine
11. Don’t Be Ashamed Of Your Age

Credits:

Deacon Anderson – Steel Guitar
Cliff Bruner – Fiddle, Vocals
Fred “Papa” Calhoun – Piano, Vibes
Zeke Campbell – Guitar
J.R. Chatwell – Piano, Vocals
Jerry Gimble – Bass, Vocals
Johnny Gimble – Fiddle, Mandolin, Vocals
Marvin “Smokey” Montgomery – Banjo
Bill Mounce – Drums
Frank Reneau – Piano, Organ

Produced by Johnny Gimble
Recorded at Sumet-Brenet Sound Studios, Inc., Dallas, Texas, October 10, 11 & 12, 1979
Engineer: Bob Sullivan
Photography: Dick Gimble
Art Direction/Design: Woody Woodward