Oral history interview with Jimmy Bowen; 1992 February 19; interview conducted by Paul Kingsbury. 1992 Feb. 19.

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Oral history interview with Jimmy Bowen; 1992 February 19; interview conducted by Paul Kingsbury. 1992 Feb. 19.

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Music industry executive Jimmy Bowen analyzes the changing role for women in the country music industry. Discussion includes the listening vs. buying audience; the increasing number of women artists taking control of their career; the relationship between producer and artist; the career development of Reba McEntire; radio's role in the industry; comments on Tanya Tucker's talented style; and comments on the move for Gail Davies from artist to producer.

1 sound cassette (41 minutes)

Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center

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Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center

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Kingsbury, Paul, 1958-

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Bowen, Jimmy

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Record producer. Born November 30, 1937. Full name: James Allen Bowen. Produced several important artists during the 1960s, including Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra, and Sammy Davis Jr. Moved to Nashville in 1977 and subsequently worked for several major labels as the head of their Nashville department. Produced several artists including George Strait, Reba McEntire, Waylon Jennings, and Garth Brooks. Retired in 1995. From the description of Oral history interview with Jimmy Bowen; 1985 ...

Bowen, Jimmy

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Record producer. Born November 30, 1937. Full name: James Allen Bowen. Produced several important artists during the 1960s, including Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra, and Sammy Davis Jr. Moved to Nashville in 1977 and subsequently worked for several major labels as the head of their Nashville department. Produced several artists including George Strait, Reba McEntire, Waylon Jennings, and Garth Brooks. Retired in 1995. From the description of Oral history interview with Jimmy Bowen; 1985 ...