Podcast appearances and mentions of bristol sessions

Today we tell the story of Fiddlin' John Carson, a man who was not only an early pioneer of country music but also a master storyteller with a controversial past.    Discover how Carson, born in the Appalachian foothills of Georgia, rose from humble beginnings to become one of the first national country music stars, a few years before the famous Bristol Sessions of 1927. With his fiddle in hand and a knack for spinning a yarn, Carson captivated audiences both on the radio and through his recordings.    However, his story is not without its shadows, as you'll find out.    Don't forget to subscribe!  You'll find us on your favorite podcast app.Thank you for watching and for sharing our stories with your friends!

About the Guest:Dr. Rene Rodgers is the Head Curator for the Birthplace of Country Music Museum. With an extensive background in history, culminating in a Ph.D., Rene has a profound understanding and passion for the story of early commercial country music, particularly the 1927 Bristol Sessions, which hold a significant place in American music history. Her experience in museum education and curation is evident in the impactful exhibits and programs she leads at the museum.Episode Summary:In this captivating episode of "Meet Me in Tennessee," host Allie Bynum has an insightful conversation with Dr. Rene Rodgers, unveiling the intricate tapestry of country music's origins as told through the Birthplace of Country Music Museum. The discussion delves into the 1927 Bristol Sessions, known as the "Big Bang" of country music, and the museum's role in preserving this rich history.Rene Rodgers paints a vivid portrait of the technological advancements and cultural underpinnings that contributed to the success of the Bristol Sessions. She highlights the influence of Ralph Peer, the visionary talent scout, and the impact of artists like the Carter Family and Jimmie Rogers. Incorporating engaging exhibits and personal stories, the museum becomes a beacon of Appalachian heritage, showcasing how past traditions resonate with contemporary audiences.Key Takeaways:The Birthplace of Country Music Museum celebrates its 10th anniversary as a Smithsonian-affiliated institution, offering rich educational resources and programming.The 1927 Bristol Sessions symbolize a monumental moment in country music, capturing high-quality recordings of iconic artists and transforming the industry.Ralph Peer played a pivotal role in advancing country music, with his innovative approaches to recording, copyrighting, and music publishing still influential today.Exhibits at the museum, such as "I've Endured: Women in Old Time Music," bridge past and present by highlighting the enduring contributions of female musicians.Community engagement through events, outreach, and the Radio Bristol station, integrally connects the museum to the region's cultural fabric.Notable Quotes:"It's not just one moment in time that just had this impact for a few years around 1927 and then disappeared into the bowels of history.""Music is so tied to emotion and memory, and we're…fortunate to have this museum that is about music and filled with music.""We wanted to…tell the story of women in this music…and how they've both carried on those traditions from the past and are innovating it.""The music industry works today…music publishing company [Peer Music] started in 1926 still exists today.""So much history with music in our area…how hillbilly music's evolved…how the technology with music has evolved in America."Resources:Northeast Tennessee Tourism Association: northeasttennessee.orgBirthplace of Country Music Museum: birthplaceofcountrymusic.orgTune in to the full episode for a deep dive into the fascinating world of country music's roots and discover how the Birthplace of Country Music Museum is preserving this precious cultural heritage. With each story shared and exhibit crafted, the legacy of country music continues to inspire and captivate audiences. Keep an eye out for more profound conversations on "Meet Me in Tennessee."

Bristol's biggest claim to fame happened in 1927. Bristol Sessions came about when Ralph Peer, a producer for Victor Talking Machine Company, later RCA Victor, wanted to record “Hillbilly music.” Ernest Stoneman, an Appalachian musician who with his wife, Hattie, was already recording for Victor, suggested Bristol. At the sessions, Peer recorded 76 songs by 19 musicians or groups. In 2002, The Library of Congress National Recording Registry ranked the 1927 Bristol Sessions among the 50 most significant sound recording events of all time and named Bristol “The Birthplace of Country Music.”Today's podcast was written by Kathleen Walls and presented by Perry Mack

My guest this week is Ted Olson.Ted is Professor of Appalachian Studies at East Tennessee State University.  He's also written liner notes and essays for some wonderful projects, including “Doc Watson – Life's Work: A Retrospective,” and the fantastic  “Nothing But Green Willow: The Songs Of Jane Gentry and Mary Sands” by Martin Simpson & Thomm Jutz.Ted joins me to talk about three wonderful projects he worked on for Bear Family Records, celebrating three key recording sessions that took place in East Tennessee in the 1920s and '30s - The Bristol Sessions, The Johnson City Sessions and The Knoxville Sessions.Bear Family put out a multi-CD box set for each of these, which Ted did extensive research and  provided some wonderful essays and liner notes for. Each set is also distilled into a single CD release.We talk about why The 1927 Bristol Sessions, which brought The Carter Family and Jimmie Rogers to the attention of the world, came to be known as the 'big bang' of Country music, why that label doesn't sit quite right with Ted, how the sessions came about, what was happening in the world of commercial recording at the time and why the legacy of those recordings is so important, plus much, much more.It was a fascinating conversation and put those recordings in a whole new context for me, both helping me understand their importance, but also (thanks in part to the wonderful transfers and re-mastering, as well as the incredible liner notes) helping me realise there's just some great music in there too!You'll find the single CDs here:Bear Family CDsBristol SessionsJohnson City SessionsKnoxville Sessionsand the box sets here:Bear Family box setsBristol SessionsJohnson City SessionsKnoxville SessionsHappy picking!Matt Support the show===- Sign up to get updates on new episodes - Free fiddle tune chord sheets- Here's a list of all the Bluegrass Jam Along interviews- Follow Bluegrass Jam Along for regular updates: Instagram Facebook - Review us on Apple Podcasts

The Cherokee National Forest is divided into northern and southern sections by the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.  The 650,000-acre forest is the largest tract of public land in Tennessee and adjoins other national forests in Virginia, North Carolina and Georgia. The forest is home to 30 developed campgrounds and numerous picnic areas, over 700 miles of trails, seven whitewater rivers, two Forest Service scenic byways where you can enjoy a scenic drive through the mountains, the pursuit of wildlife, the thrill of whitewater, a night under the stars, or solitude on a backcountry trail.Hundreds of miles of lake shoreline and water await the fisherman, boating enthusiast, skier, and nature lover. South Holston Lake, a Tennessee Valley Authority reservoir covering 7,580 acres, is considered one of the top two lakes in Tennessee and among the best in the Southeast for smallmouth bass fishing and also is well known as a fly fisherman's paradise. The lake also provides many other recreational opportunities for residents, with 60% of its shoreline bordered by the Cherokee National Forest.Bristol is known for NASCAR as it is home to one of the world's greatest and most popular racetracks. Bristol Motor Speedway, which seats in excess of 150,000, hosts NASCAR Sprint Cup events in April and August and both draw fans from all 50 states and more than a dozen countries.Music also gives Bristol a universal appeal as the city holds the honor of being named the Birthplace of Country Music by U.S. Congress in 1998. In 1927, the legendary Bristol Sessions took place in the downtown area, giving birth to the “Big Bang” of modern country music with the likes of The Carter Family and Jimmie Rodgers taking part in the historic occasion.The Twin Cities boast numerous parks, golf courses, spectacular caverns to go along with plenty of great restaurants – many of which are locally owned and operated – and wonderful shopping opportunities.Bristol is also rich in theater and arts and is home to the historic Paramount Center for the Arts, as well as Theatre Bristol. Numerous fine art galleries and studios of local artists can also be found in the downtown area.Be sure to visit BizRadio.US to discover hundreds more engaging conversations, local events and more.Support the show

The Cherokee National Forest is divided into northern and southern sections by the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.  The 650,000-acre forest is the largest tract of public land in Tennessee and adjoins other national forests in Virginia, North Carolina and Georgia. The forest is home to 30 developed campgrounds and numerous picnic areas, over 700 miles of trails, seven whitewater rivers, two Forest Service scenic byways where you can enjoy a scenic drive through the mountains, the pursuit of wildlife, the thrill of whitewater, a night under the stars, or solitude on a backcountry trail.Hundreds of miles of lake shoreline and water await the fisherman, boating enthusiast, skier, and nature lover. South Holston Lake, a Tennessee Valley Authority reservoir covering 7,580 acres, is considered one of the top two lakes in Tennessee and among the best in the Southeast for smallmouth bass fishing and also is well known as a fly fisherman's paradise. The lake also provides many other recreational opportunities for residents, with 60% of its shoreline bordered by the Cherokee National Forest. Bristol is known for NASCAR as it is home to one of the world's greatest and most popular racetracks. Bristol Motor Speedway, which seats in excess of 150,000, hosts NASCAR Sprint Cup events in April and August and both draw fans from all 50 states and more than a dozen countries.Music also gives Bristol a universal appeal as the city holds the honor of being named the Birthplace of Country Music by U.S. Congress in 1998. In 1927, the legendary Bristol Sessions took place in the downtown area, giving birth to the “Big Bang” of modern country music with the likes of The Carter Family and Jimmie Rodgers taking part in the historic occasion.The Twin Cities boast numerous parks, golf courses, spectacular caverns to go along with plenty of great restaurants – many of which are locally owned and operated – and wonderful shopping opportunities.Bristol is also rich in theater and arts and is home to the historic Paramount Center for the Arts, as well as Theatre Bristol. Numerous fine art galleries and studios of local artists can also be found in the downtown area.This program brought to you by:The Angler MagazineSunrift Adventures Thank you for listening to this program. Please visit BizRadio.US for hundreds of other great conversational shows and be sure to bookmark Matt & Michele Outdoors on your browser for all sorts of great content.

After the success of Ralph Peer's early 1920s recordings of rural musicians such as Henry Whitter and Fiddlin' Joh Carson most every major record label slowly began dabbling in the recording of rural country ( often labeled "Hillbilly" ) artists. A new record selling market was awoken! By 1928, with the success of the first "Bristol Sessions" Victor was all in. They established their 40,000 numerical --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/american-grooves-hour/support

After the success of Ralph Peer's early 1920s recordings of rural musicians such as Henry Whitter and Fiddlin' Joh Carson most every major record label slowly began dabbling in the recording of rural country ( often labeled "Hillbilly" ) artists. A new record selling market was awoken! By 1928, with the success of the first "Bristol Sessions" Victor was all in. They established their 40,000 numerical series dedicated to all ealry country recordings and then in 1930 rtheir 23,500 series which wnet on until late 1933 when the Freat Depression cribbled the record industry. American Grooves, in two programs, will dig into Victors catalog of 1928-33 Country recordings - Stringbands, Cowboy Singers, Blue Yodelers, and sacred vocal groups - they tried it all! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/american-grooves-hour/support

Ever heard of Ralph Peer? Very likely not. But in very particular ways, Ralph Peer's life's work impacts every person who listens to popular music. Peer didn't do just one major “thing”—he is highly regarded for at least two innovative paths he carved out that impact the lives of millions to this very day. Join Kevin as we explore the unique, engaging, and instructive story of Ralph Peer!  // Download this episode's Application & Action questions and PDF transcript at whitestone.org.

Clint Holly at Bristol, VA's Earnest Tube recording studio shares insights about honoring old-time RCA-Victor recording technology.

In the summer of 1927, nineteen bands/musicians responded to an ad in a newspaper for an opportunity to be a part of a recording session in Bristol, Tennessee. Some of the most well-known and influential names in American music were there: the Carter Family, Jimmie Rodgers, Ernest Stoneman, and many more. The Bristol Sessions were organized by Ralph Peer, who worked for Victor records, and was an attempt to capitalize on the increasing popularity of "hillbilly" music. These recordings were no doubt a key moment in country music's evolution. In this episode, we continue with Part 2 of our interview with Dr. Ted Olson and we discuss whether or not the Bristol Sessions were in fact the "Big Bang" of country music. The Good Neighbor Get Together is the podcast of Country Music Pride https://countrymusicpride.com https://thegoodneighborgettogether.com https://mcfarlandbooks.com/product/the-bristol-sessions/

In the summer of 1927, nineteen bands/musicians responded to an ad in a newspaper for an opportunity to be a part of a recording session in Bristol, Tennessee. Some of the most well-known and influential names in American music were there: the Carter Family, Jimmie Rodgers, Ernest Stoneman, and many more. The Bristol Sessions were organized by Ralph Peer, who worked for Victor records, and was an attempt to capitalize on the increasing popularity of "hillbilly" music. These recordings were no doubt a key moment in country music's evolution. In this episode, we interview Dr. Ted Olson and we discuss whether or not the Bristol Sessions were in fact the "Big Bang" of country music.  The Good Neighbor Get Together is the podcast of Country Music Pride ⁠https://countrymusicpride.com⁠ ⁠https://thegoodneighborgettogether.com⁠ ⁠https://mcfarlandbooks.com/product/the-bristol-sessions/⁠

Follow award-winning travel writer Aaron Millar on a road trip across East Tennessee's Music Pathways, from the Great Smoky Mountains to Bristol and the birth of country music. Along the way, we will hear traditional Appalachian Music as it would have been performed more than a century ago; find out about the Bristol Sessions, a seminal recording that happened here in 1929 and went on to change the world. We'll get a tour of Dolly Parton's hometown with one of her childhood friends and see the theme park which holds her name. Opening and closing the show is acclaimed songwriter Ed Snodderly with a live performance you won't forget. Harlan Howard famously said: “Country music is three chords and the truth.” We're looking for that truth, where it comes from, why it connects with us and where it's headed today.  Produced in a documentary style, the Tennessee Music Pathways series takes listeners on a more than 1,000-mile road trip, from Bristol and the birth of country music to Memphis and the start of rock n' roll. Along the way, listeners will hear bluegrass played fast as lightning and traditional Appalachian music performed live in the Great Smoky Mountains. Follow along as Millar shops in Elvis' favorite clothing store, bangs drums in the studio that made Uptown Funk, learns to play the spoons and drinks whiskey in a distillery housed in a more than 100-year-old former prison. Join us on an audio adventure across seven genres of music home to Tennessee. “This is the story of America, from its roots in traditional fiddle music brought over by immigrants to the New World and enslaved individuals stolen in Africa, to the spark of rock n' roll and soul that started here, united a nation, and spread across the world, Tennessee is the soundtrack to the evolution of America itself.” Aaron Millar, presenter of the Tennessee Music Pathways podcast Thank you to our guests and musicians: Ed Snodderly www.edsnodderlymusic.com  Amber Rose www.dollywood.com/ Boogertown Gap www.boogertowngap.com Ruth Miller www.visitsevierville.com Rene Rogers www.birthplaceofcountrymusic.org/ Explore Bristol www.explorebristol.com Listen to historical recordings of the artists and songs we mention in this episode on our specially curated Spotify playlist: Tennessee Music Pathways  From the largest cities to the smallest communities, the Tennessee Music Pathways is a guide that connects visitors to the rich musical heritage of our state. Visitors can curate their own path based on interests using an interactive guide at www.TNmusicpathways.com. Follow the conversation on social using or searching hashtag #tnmusicpathways. TNvacation.com | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube This series was produced by Armchair Productions, the audio experts for the travel industry www.armchair-productions.com

Carl Jackson discusses his career with Jim and Jesse McReynolds, Glen Campbell, and his production of Orthophonic Joy, a Various Artists compilation, with a spoken word describing the 1927 Bristol Sessions that leads into today's artists' versions of several of those songs. Orthophonic Joy benefits the Birthplace of Country Museum in Bristol, Virginia. By the way, Carl and I were a few years younger at the time and I was very nervous. Much respect and love to my friend, and fellow Yankee Fan, Carl Jackson. Carl Jackson's Website: http://www.carljackson.net/ Orthophonic Joy Website: https://www.facebook.com/orthophonicjoy Station West Website: http://http://www.stationwest.com/

In this week's episode of Inside Appalachia, we'll hear about Black musicians and luthiers who are reclaiming the banjo -- an instrument with deep roots in Africa and a difficult history in The United States. We'll also hear about The Bristol Sessions — recording sessions known for bringing country music out of the hollers and onto radios, and for making stars of Jimmie Rodgers and the Carter Family. But that well-known story left out a whole group of musicians -- the Black musicians who played on the Bristol sessions. We'll also meet an artist from East Tennessee by way of Mexico City who's bringing Mexican folk arts to Appalachia.

In this week's episode of Inside Appalachia, we'll hear about Black musicians and luthiers who are reclaiming the banjo -- an instrument with deep roots in Africa and a difficult history in The United States. We'll also hear about The Bristol Sessions —  recording sessions known for bringing country music out of the hollers and onto  radios, and for making stars of Jimmie Rodgers and the Carter Family. But  that well-known story left out a whole group of musicians -- the Black musicians who played on the Bristol sessions. We'll also meet an artist from East Tennessee by way of Mexico City who's bringing Mexican folk arts to Appalachia.

Songs of WORK, LABOR and the LACK of work from the 1900s-30s. Turn of the century Minstrel Men such as LEW DOCKSTADER singing his music hall theme song EVERYBODY WORKS BUT FATHER to Bristol Sessions discovery ALFRED KARNES singing "To The Work" Even Louis Armstrong HUSTLING AND BUSTLING FOR BABY in 1931!

Known as the "Big Bang" of Country Music the recording sessions that took place in July of 1927 in Bristol, Tennessee brought the world the likes of The Carter Family, Jimmie Rodgers, Alfred Karnes, the Baxter Brothers and many others. A selection of these iconic recordings will be played and discussed.

In this episode, I explore the business innovations of Ralph Peer: his ability to profit from the mechanical right guaranteed by the 1909 Copyright Act, his exploitation of under-explored markets, and his innovations in marketing country musicians as pop stars. This leads to a discussion of the famous Bristol Sessions and the music of Jimmie Rodgers and, especially, the Carter Family.

This episodes examines country music as a popular (mass culture) entertainment prior to the Bristol Sessions of 1927. I investigate three contributing streams into the country music scene: Appalachian music, disaster songs, and the fiddling music of the string bands. I tease out certain contradictions in each in order to demonstrate that country music is an "invented tradition" that relies upon the past but reinvents that past into an image useful to its own concern with creation.

This is Rob Long and on today’s Martini Shot I break the first rule of show business, which is "Nobody Pays for Homework". It’s basically a history lesson.

Todd Steed heads to Bristol to ditch corndogs and discover the 'big bang' of country music. He stops by the Birthplace of Country Music Museum to get some answers to some big questions.

Mike has spent the last few weeks enjoying the eastern half of Tennessee. This episode begins with the story of Rocky Top, one of the most famous and popular songs in the state. Learn how and where it was written and how it rose from an obscure B-side to one of Tennessee's State Songs. Then hear the story of Franklin, the state that never became a state, but would eventually become Tennessee. Davy Crockett, the King of the Wild Frontier, spent most of his remarkable life in Tennessee, and you'll hear the whole story. Next up is the story of the Scopes Trial, the 1925 trial that challenged a ban on the teaching of evolution in public schools. The Bristol Sessions have been called "The Big Bang of Country Music", and you'll hear why in this episode. And finally, the town of Oak Ridge was built to support a massive project during World War II; Mike will tell you about the town and the project. Music in this episode is from Nashville singer/songwriter Sam Cooper along with Chris Gantry.

In the spring of 1927, Jimmie Rodgers moved to Asheville and honed his craft with live performances on local radio station WWNC. A connection with music promoter Bascom Lamar Lunsford may have helped Jimmie secure an audition at the legendary Bristol Sessions that August.

In the spring of 1927, Jimmie Rodgers moved to Asheville and honed his craft with live performances on local radio station WWNC. A connection with music promoter Bascom Lamar Lunsford may have helped Jimmie secure an audition at the legendary Bristol Sessions that August.

On this episode of Stories, Steve and Rod tell you the story of the birth of country music in what has been called “The Big Bang of country music.” It’s the story of how a New York record engineer and producer found his way to Bristol, Virginia-Tennessee and discovered the sound of gold in the […]

Artist feature is in honour of the birthday of Sara Carter for which we played tracks from Orthophonic Joy, a Tribute to the Bristol Sessions.

Kevin talks about hanging out with pro wrestlers in a Shreveport strip joint, biker bars, the Bristol Sessions, seeing Son House in Shreveport, inflicting himself on the audience, Austin Outhouse stories, Ray Wylie Hubbard stories, Jon Dee Graham stories, etc.

Ted Olson teaches Appalachian Studies at East Tennessee State University.   He has been nominated for three Grammy Awards.  Two nominations in 2012 for The Bristol Sessions 1927-1928 - The Big Bang of Country Music and another nomination in 2013 for Old-Time Smoky Mountain Music: 34 Historic Songs, Ballads and Instrumentals Recorded in the Great Smoky Mountains by 'Song Catcher' Joseph S. Hall.   He just produced The Johnson City Sessions, rare recordings made in Johnson City in 1928.    Dr. Olson talks to me about these recordings and he brought his banjo to share some of this great Appalachian music!

DUBSTEP.FM ARCHIVE - 2008-12-01 - Bristol Sessions With Superisk And Zyga

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