Oral history interview with Marty Robbins; 1975 November 26; interview conducted by Patricia A. Hall. 1975 Nov. 26.

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Oral history interview with Marty Robbins; 1975 November 26; interview conducted by Patricia A. Hall. 1975 Nov. 26.

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Country entertainer Marty Robbins talks about his career. Discussion includes his childhood; the start of his singing career and his move to Nashville; signing with Acuff-Rose; his songwriting; changes in country music; the story behind "El Paso"; his singing style; the direction of his career; his involvement with racing; his early days on the Grand Ole Opry; his movie work; his recording career; and his publishing company.

2 sound cassettes (1 hour, 30 minutes)

Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center

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SNAC Resource ID: 7772202

Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center

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Hall, Patricia (Patricia Ann)

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Robbins, Marty

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Country performer. Born September 26, 1925. Died December 8, 1982. Real name: Martin David Robinson. Legendary singer, songwriter, and recording artist. Longtime Grand Ole Opry star. Achieved hits on the Billboard charts every year from 1952-1983. His songwriting credits include the Grammy Award winning songs "El Paso," and "My Woman, My Woman, My Wife." Member, Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. Member, Country Music Hall of Fame. From the description of Oral history interview with...

Robbins, Marty

http://n2t.net/ark:/99166/w6gb22f1 (person)

Country performer. Born September 26, 1925. Died December 8, 1982. Real name: Martin David Robinson. Legendary singer, songwriter, and recording artist. Longtime Grand Ole Opry star. Achieved hits on the Billboard charts every year from 1952-1983. His songwriting credits include the Grammy Award winning songs "El Paso," and "My Woman, My Woman, My Wife." Member, Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. Member, Country Music Hall of Fame. From the description of Oral history interview with...