Buck Owens - Capitol Singles & Albums 1957-62Country music guitarist, singer and songwriter Buck Owens was, along with Merle Haggard, one of the most noted pioneers of the Bakersfield sound which became popular during the early 1960s, and named after the California town where it had it's creative origins. The sound was characterised by twangy guitars and prominent drums in the contemporary rock 'n' roll influenced style while retaining the traditional elements of fiddle and steel guitar. He was

Born in Mississippi in 1915

In borrowing it's name from the opéra-ballet by Jean-Philippe Rameau Les Surprises de l'Amour

refreshingly pure document that will delight

These recordings of the Prague Guitar Quartet are all dedicated to works by Spanish composers

one of the most noted pioneers of the Bakersfield sound which became popular during the early 1960s

Inevitably it draws on every strand of the blues and just about every regional variation

always satisfied

"My Foolish Heart"

making for an exciting and joyous showcase for their talents

From Splish Splash

He studied at the Funchal Music Conservatoire and the Musicians Academy in London

She sang with unrivalled emotion and a pain that can leave the stoniest listener in emotional turmoil