Carlisle, Bill

Country music performer. Born December 19, 1908. Died March 17, 2003. Full name: William Toliver Carlisle. Career active late 1930s-early 2000s. Singer, guitarist, songwriter, and comedian. Performed solo and with his brother Cliff as a member of the Carlisle Brothers. Later he formed the group the Carlisles with whom he recorded some of his most memorable songs, including "Too Old to Cut the Mustard," "Is Zat You Myrtle," and "No Help Wanted." Member, Country Music Hall of Fame.

From the description of Oral history interview with Bill Carlisle; 1976 February 18; interview conducted by Douglas B. Green. 1976 Feb. 18. (Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center). WorldCat record id: 58840967