|
 The Steel Guitar Forum
 Music
 Curtis Potter recordings???
|
| next newest topic | next oldest topic |
| Author | Topic: Curtis Potter recordings??? |
|
Jason Powers Member From: Muncie, IN |
posted 05 June 2002 11:08 AM
profile
In one of my recent posts, I saw his name mentioned, and have seen his name a few times here on the forum. He was mentioned in one of the replies to my post about obscure REAL COUNTRY singers. I think I would like to hear some of his songs. Are there any recordings available? Thanks to anyone who can help Jason |
|
John Steele Member From: Renfrew, Ontario, Canada |
posted 05 June 2002 12:43 PM
profile
My knowledge is limited, but I'll share what I know. Curtis Potter was the bass player and musical director for Hank Thompson's band from 1959-1971, and I think that is his most heralded position. He also has alot of writing credits (i.e. Case of Sorrow), and I understand he still performs in Texas. Something tells me he also plays fiddle. He guested on a couple of the Pennington/Emmons swing albums as a vocalist. ((Swingin' our Way and Goin' out Swingin'). I know of a couple of albums on Step One Records (Down in Texas Today and All I Need is Time) and also a couple on Hillside Records (Can't recall the name, something about Texas, of course  )He may have something out on Southland Records as well. I hope that's helpful. If anyone has corrections or additions to this info, fire away. -John |
|
Peggy Poovey Member From: Dallas,Texas USA |
posted 05 June 2002 01:34 PM
profile
Curtis does indeed have CD's on Southland Records. The Best of Cutis Potter Volume 1. Visit the Southland Records web site for information, or they are avaliable through the ET record shop.If you like Johnny Bush Ray Price, type music, you will enjoy Curtis. Gary Carpenter is the steel player on Best of CD.IMHO Curtis never got the credit for his ability as a singer in his own right. He will always be known as the bandleader for Hank Thompson. Curtis also just finished doing a live CD, along with Darrell McCall, this will be awesome. Curtis and Darrell did an album years ago, am sorry to say I can't tell you anything about it except it was titled Curtis Potter/Darrell McCall. Hope this helps. Peggy Poovey ------------------ |
|
Peggy Poovey Member From: Dallas,Texas USA |
posted 05 June 2002 03:42 PM
profile
Curtis also did an album on Dot Records (DOS 25988) titled Here Comes Curtis Potter. Awesome Album Jimmy Day on steel. Peggy Poovey ------------------ |
|
Smiley Roberts Member From: Hendersonville,Tn. 37075 |
posted 06 June 2002 01:33 AM
profile
Peggy, I have that Dot album,along w/ several other albums by Curtis. In my estimation,that was hs BEST album. As a matter of fact,I was in the studio,the night that he cut part of that album. Probably,my fav on that album is,"You Comb Her Hair". ------------------ |
|
Jason Odd Member From: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia |
posted 06 June 2002 05:29 PM
profile
hanks guys, I just checked my listings on the Dot albums and saw it in print: DLP-25988 - Here Comes Curtis Potter - Curtis Potter [1971] I didn't notice that before, Curtis started cutting solo sides for Dot as early as 1968 while the Brazos Valley Boys and the Hankster were also signed to Dot. I too have seen Potter listed as a member on Thomspon's band from 1959-1971, but I'm sure the live at the Golden Nugget album from 1961 had Round Boy Stewart on bass and Billy Gray back as bandleader and no Curtis. I too have heard of the Curtis Potter / Darrell McCall album, but I've yet to hear it. |
|
Mike Kowalik Member From: San Antonio,Tx.,USA |
posted 06 June 2002 10:13 PM
profile
I have 2 Curtis Potter albums I've had for about 25 years..."Texas Proud"and "Texas Dance Hall Music"...both on Hillside Records."Texas Dance Hall Music"features Darrell McCall and Ray Sanders who along with Curtis do nothing but shuffles.The steel players are Buddy Emmons and Lloyd Green."Texas Proud" is also nothing but shuffles and on the first cut on side 2 Curtis teams with Darrel to do "San Antonio Medley" which is comprised of parts of 3 songs about San Antonio..."Home in San Antone,San Antonio Rose,and There's Still A Lot Of Love In San Antone".This album has Buddy,Lloyd,and Weldon Myrick as the steel players.I listen to these albums often and never tire of the music.It's the real deal!! |
|
Craig Stock Member From: Westfield, NJ USA |
posted 07 June 2002 04:38 AM
profile
I have the Willie Nelson disc 'Six Hours at Pedernales', on Step One which Features Curtis Potter. It's very good. ------------------ |
|
Peggy Poovey Member From: Dallas,Texas USA |
posted 07 June 2002 02:19 PM
profile
Smiley, I have to agree with you,"Here Comes Curtis Potter" is my favorite, not to say I don't like the others, and I do like the New CD, but I think "HCCP" is his best work. I am going to ask him and his record producer to think about re-cutting "You Comb Her Hair" for the volume 2 CD. He does a fine job on that song. Peggy Poovey ------------------ |
|
Smiley Roberts Member From: Hendersonville,Tn. 37075 |
posted 08 June 2002 04:52 PM
profile
I'd like to see the WHOLE ALBUM re-issued! Wonder who owns the "masters" on them,since Dot Records is "no more". ------------------ |
All times are Pacific (US) | next newest topic | next oldest topic |
 |
|
Contact Us | The Pedal Steel Pages
Note: Messages not explicitly copyrighted are in the Public Domain.
Powered by Infopop www.infopop.com © 2000
Ultimate Bulletin Board 5.46