Had the privilege of going on tour with the Statesman back in the '60s became very fond of Big Chief and found that he was probably the best narrator and singer of all the bass singers that I was around he had an ability that I don't believe can be matched by any of the bass singers in gospel music today
Many years ago (early 1960s) I used to go see The Statesmen Quartet and The Blackwood Brothers Quartet at the Will Rogers Auditorium in Ft. Worth, TX. I think they were there with a third group once every 2 months. And there's still no music in this world that I enjoy more.
I have this album, and I have worn out two of them, and a cassette that I had transcribed the record to. Thank God for UA-cam, I now listen to it, wherever I go, in my truck, via bluetooth. I wish he had included the 1st song, "Jesus, Hold My Hand" with this.
This is by far my most favorite of their albums. It’s a shame that it gets forgotten and overlooked on all streaming services. Thanks for posting! I have the album but I don’t have a record player anymore.
Great singing. I happen to have this album. I found it at an estate sale for probably around $1.00 several years ago. One of the things that really upsets me is that in 99% of the time these record companies would not put the dates on these records when they came out. I never understood that. Thanks for the post.
This album was the first I ever heard of the Statesmen and Southern Gospel Music. It was played for me by a student at Houghton College who wanted to demonstrate his new stereo system. This was one of the great spiritual experiences of my life! I wanted to know where he got the album and how I could get it. He said he didn't know as he had to write to the RCA Victor company to order it! I was off and running with Southern Gospel Music from that point on!
The Big Chief had a better blend of tone quality, control and voice strength than any bass I have ever heard. I heard the Statesmen in a live concert in Montgomery, Alabama around 1952 or 1953. A few years later I saw them at a truck stop restaurant in Tuskegee, Alabama. They were on their way to New Orleans.
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Had the privilege of going on tour with the Statesman back in the '60s became very fond of Big Chief and found that he was probably the best narrator and singer of all the bass singers that I was around he had an ability that I don't believe can be matched by any of the bass singers in gospel music today
This is the best gospel quartet ever .
Smoooth….Rosie and more Smoooth...Doy...wonderful memories. Pure Gold!
Yes my brothers and sisters there is a meeting place in Heaven where we can rejoice with Jesus and all our saved love ones.
I just sit here and sing with them and thank my sweet Jesus....
Love this from my childhood.
Many years ago (early 1960s) I used to go see The Statesmen Quartet and The Blackwood Brothers Quartet at the Will Rogers Auditorium in Ft. Worth, TX. I think they were there with a third group once every 2 months. And there's still no music in this world that I enjoy more.
I'll Meet You All On That Glorious Morning... And Have That BIGGG SMILE
At 71 listening to these gentlemen sing - Rosie, Jake, Doy, the Chief - few compare
I have this album, and I have worn out two of them, and a cassette that I had transcribed the record to. Thank God for UA-cam, I now listen to it, wherever I go, in my truck, via bluetooth. I wish he had included the 1st song, "Jesus, Hold My Hand" with this.
I inherited this album from my grandmother. I love listening to it on my old, cabinet style stereo. Now i can listen to it anywhere! 🙂
I had this record when i was a teenager in the 60s.
Wonderful uplifting music that draws me closer to God and Jesus and the heavenly places.
I love Jake Hess and his voice, control and style. I love the Gospel Music. Thanks!!!
this is Awesome, thank goodness, they recorded it for us all to enjoy......!
I love Rosies smooth unstrained tenor.
This is by far my most favorite of their albums. It’s a shame that it gets forgotten and overlooked on all streaming services. Thanks for posting! I have the album but I don’t have a record player anymore.
Love the river of memory ❤️
Great singing. I happen to have this album. I found it at an estate sale for probably around $1.00 several years ago. One of the things that really upsets me is that in 99% of
the time these record companies would not put the dates on these records when they came out. I never understood that. Thanks for the post.
Maybe the best on Gospel Music, absolutely fantastic!!!
Thank you for posting this amazing gem... To God be praised
Thank you so much. Memories so long ago.
This album was the first I ever heard of the Statesmen and Southern Gospel Music. It was played for me by a student at Houghton College who wanted to demonstrate his new stereo system. This was one of the great spiritual experiences of my life! I wanted to know where he got the album and how I could get it. He said he didn't know as he had to write to the RCA Victor company to order it! I was off and running with Southern Gospel Music from that point on!
So beautiful
The harmonies are so tight...beautiful
Awesome Album Terrific Group
I am Big Chief's grand-niece. Please note, his last name is spelled WETHERINGTON. Thanks
+Lisa Lynn He was an awesome singer. He went too early.
The Chief rules Lisa. You should be proud.
The Big Chief had a better blend of tone quality, control and voice strength than any bass I have ever heard. I heard the Statesmen in a live concert in Montgomery, Alabama around 1952 or 1953. A few years later I saw them at a truck stop restaurant in Tuskegee, Alabama. They were on their way to New Orleans.
Lisa, he is/was, and always has been, my favorite Bass singer!!!
Can you sing as low as he did?
Very good! Não me canso de ouvir!
first song reminds me of my Dad shortly before his death
With Denver' or rossy Jake doy and big chief. Yes
3 reminds me of my grandad
I really like this album............Larry , I too would like to hear that "missing song".......
We have the original vinyl. It's one of my favorites. Chet Atkins produced it.
Your records are in good shape. Mine are all crackly.
Is that Chet Atkins on guitar?
It is cool finding this albujm
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