Oral history interview with Tillman Franks; 1988 September 13; interview conducted by John W. Rumble. 1988 Sept. 13.

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Franks, Tillman;. Oral history interview with Tillman Franks; 1988 September 13; interview conducted by John W. Rumble.

Oral history interview with Tillman Franks; 1988 September 13; interview conducted by John W. Rumble. 1988 Sept. 13.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/58841216

Country songwriter and artist manager Tillman Franks describes the development of his career in the music industry. Discussion includes childhood and family history; his early association with Claude King and Buddy Attaway; the formation of the Rainbow Boys; his experience as a musician in the military, including broadcasts over the Armed Forces Radio Network and working with Pete Seeger; comments on his skill as a bass player; his early work with Webb Pierce and Harmie Smith; his work on the police force; his songwriting; his move to Houston and working as a car salesman; the Attaway Boys; the story behind the song "Poison Love"; his work as a booking agent, including booking for Johnnie & Jack; the Bailes Brothers, and Hank Williams; memories of Hank Williams; the songwriting association between Fred Rose and Hank Williams; comments on the contributions made by Grady Martin to country music; and reflections on his work in country music.

2 sound cassettes (1 hour, 59 minutes)

Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center