Description:
In a recent poll (Harris 1996), the Statler Brothers, country and gospel music legends, were rated second only to Frank Sinatra as America's favorite singers. They are known as the most awarded act in the history of country music and are still going strong after 30 years. Their performances and the songs they write reflect where they were born--in the birthplace of gospel music, the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. Presented here in a clear format are the expected discography details plus additional information that Statler fans will find fun to read.
This work contains the usual session and release information, single and album chart histories, television programs, awards, and indices for song titles, composers, and musicians plus extras such as album notes and Statler proverbs. This is a well-researched, documented, and concise work suitable for scholars and fans alike.
Brief description:
ALICE Y. HOLTIN grew up in Florence, Alabama, where she delighted in weekend trips to the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville She has been a loyal fan of the Statler Brothers for may years, attending their concerts whenever possible. She currently resides with her family in the Arkansas Ozarks, is a former board member of The Little O'Oprey, a music preservation institution, and is a current member of the Association of Recorded Sound Collections (ARSC).
Review Quotes: "Alice Holtin has compiled the most definitive recording history to date on one of the premier vocal groups in country music.... Her work combines that intangible area of fan support with the historian's commitment to detail. Her dedication to in-depth research makes this a must for fans of the Statlers, as well as country music scholars and historians. With the assistance of the Statler Brothers, Mrs. Holtin has meticulously chronicled their recording career, providing an insight into their music... This is a piece of work that will further enhance the growing list of country music discographies and one that Mrs. Holtin and the Statler Brothers can look upon with pride in their accomplishments."-John L. Smith noted discographer and compiler of The Waylon Jennings Discography