Oral history interview with Big Al Downing; 1996 February 27; interview conducted by John W. Rumble. 1996 Feb. 27.

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Oral history interview with Big Al Downing; 1996 February 27; interview conducted by John W. Rumble. 1996 Feb. 27.

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Musician Big Al Downing discusses his career in country music. Discussion includes growing up in Oklahoma and his early musical influences; his first piano; the Poe Kats; touring with Wanda Jackson; the story behind "Down On The Farm"; the impact of segregation and racism on his career; his work during the late 1950s-early 1960s; performing country music; performing for military audiences; the popularity of country music in Europe; recording in Nashville; and comments on the country music audience.

2 sound cassettes (1 hour, 48 minutes)

Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center

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SNAC Resource ID: 7771990

Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center

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Downing, Big Al, 1940-2005

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Country music performer. Born January 9, 1940. Toured with Wanda Jackson as part of the Poe Kats. Songwriting credits include the rock classic "Down On The Farm." During the late 1970s-1980s recorded fifteen country chart records. A featured artist on the musical project, From Where I Stand: The Black Experiences in Country Music (Warner Bros., 1998). From the description of Oral history interview with Big Al Downing; 1996 February 27; interview conducted by John W. Rumble. 1996 Feb....

Rumble, John Woodruff

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