The Voice

[amqu]

I just found out that Vern Gosdin died 04/28/2009. He is a singer/songwriter of superior talent in both categories. Truly, he was a cut above most of country music on the radio. He had a number of hits in the 70s and 80s. Even if you hate country music, give one of these songs a listen, just to hear what his peers called, "The Voice

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The real thang

[dellastr]

Amy, this guy sings what my mom used to call "hurtin' songs." He's the real thang.

Never really liked country music until I discovered JimmieDale Gilmore and gained an appreciation for the true country (most definitely not country pop!). If you haven't tried Jimmie Dale, I'd suggest you start with his One Endless Night album. More of the real thang!

Re: The real thang

[amqu]

Wow, thanks for the recommendation. I went to YouTube and found some great stuff. I especially liked: