Darrin Warren

Dot Recordings, Oct 12 2003

The multi-talented Roy Clark is showcased here with another volume of late 60's to mid 70's hits. This has some good ones but is not nearly as vital as the Volume 1 disc. Good singer, Great picker, Good collection. Roy Clark needs to be included in the Country Music Hall of Fame.

Legendary live recordings, Oct 7 2003

This is the legendary program that helped many important newcomers. "The Cradle of the Stars" was another name used to describe "The Louisiana Hayride". KWKH in Shreveport, Louisiana was the 50,000 watt powerhouse that introduced Elvis, Hank Williams and so many others to a national audience before most of them went to the "Grand Ole Opry". Johnny Cash was one of these young hopefuls from SUN records in Memphis. Cash had a very unique sound that from his very first record set him apart from the rest. This collection captures live vintage recordings from 1955 thru the 60's when Johnny was having success on Columbia Records. A must have for the fans of the… Read more

2 Classic Monument albums on 1 disc, Oct 3 2003

The classic Monument albums from the 60's are very hard to find so when I found this I was one happy collector. The music Orbison made with producer Fred Foster cannot be equaled. These recordings are audio masterpieces. Classic hits and the album cuts with no filler anywhere to be found. A must have for fans of the Big O