Oral history interview with Bob Shortridge; 1989 April 20; interview conducted by John W. Rumble. 1989 Apr. 20.

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Shortridge, Bob;. Oral history interview with Bob Shortridge; 1989 April 20; interview conducted by John W. Rumble.

Oral history interview with Bob Shortridge; 1989 April 20; interview conducted by John W. Rumble. 1989 Apr. 20.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/58841128

Bob Shortridge recalls his career as a country musician during the 1930s. Discussion includes a brief family history; his early musical influences; formation of the Mountain Melody Boys; sponsorship by the Continental Baking Company; experiences during the early years of his career, including working at The Village Barn in New York City; his role as group comedian; a description of his early shows and the accompanying advertising; the formation of the Hilltop Harmonizers; working at WNOX; appearing on the Grand Ole Opry; their hit songs, including "We'll Rest at the End of the Trail" and other songs written by Fred Rose and Curt Polten; working for the group Salt & Peanuts; the Boys From Kentucky; joining the Army in 1940; his wife's career as a member of the Cowgirl Swingsters; and his life outside of the music industry.

4 sound discs (3 hours, 9 minutes)

Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center