Oral history interview with Jimmie Skinner [sound recording] ; 1970 November 11; interview conducted by Cecil H. Whaley. 1970 Nov. 11.

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Oral history interview with Jimmie Skinner [sound recording] ; 1970 November 11; interview conducted by Cecil H. Whaley. 1970 Nov. 11.

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Singer-songwriter Jimmie Skinner talks about his career in country music. Discussion includes his early musical interests; musical memories from his childhood; his songwriting, including the story behind "Doing My Time"; his musical style; the start of his professional career; his recording career; experiences as a traveling performer and show headliner; memories of Fred Rose, Hank Williams, Ernest Tubb, Paul Cohen, and Brenda Lee; and comments on changes in country music.

2 sound cassettes (1 hour, 47 min.)

Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center

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SNAC Resource ID: 7772228

Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center

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Skinner, Jimmie, 1909-1979

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Country music performer. Born April 27, 1909. Died October 28, 1979. Singer-songwriter. Career most active late 1940s-1950s. Recorded for Capitol, Decca and Mercury. His original songs include "Doin' My Time," "Will You Be Satisfied That Way," and "Let's Say Goodbye Like We Said Hello." From the description of Oral history interview with Jimmie Skinner [sound recording] ; 1975 January 29; interview conducted by Douglas B. Green. 1975 Jan. 29. (Country Music Foundation, Library & ...

Whaley, Cecil;

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Skinner, Jimmie, 1909-1979

http://n2t.net/ark:/99166/w6z899f7 (person)

Country music performer. Born April 27, 1909. Died October 28, 1979. Singer-songwriter. Career most active late 1940s-1950s. Recorded for Capitol, Decca and Mercury. His original songs include "Doin' My Time," "Will You Be Satisfied That Way," and "Let's Say Goodbye Like We Said Hello." From the description of Oral history interview with Jimmie Skinner [sound recording] ; 1975 January 29; interview conducted by Douglas B. Green. 1975 Jan. 29. (Country Music Foundation, Library & ...