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Beyond Bristol: The Legacy of the Johnson City Sessions

Beyond Bristol: The Legacy of the Johnson City Sessions

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 In this episode we explore the lesser-known but historically rich Johnson City Sessions of 1928 and 1929. While the Bristol Sessions are often credited as the “Birthplace of Country Music,” Johnson City played a vital follow-up role in capturing the authentic sounds of Appalachia.

Frank Buckley Walker, a Columbia Records talent scout, recorded local musicians in a Johnson City lumber company office, including Clarence Ashley, Charlie Bowman, and the Roane County Ramblers.

It's another one of the Stories of Appalachia.

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