Speedy West on that Bigsby steel. What an innovator. He and Jimmy Bryant did a couple of records together that are phenomenal. And if you can't appreciate Tennessee Ernie then you're deaf.
Anybody out there see him play Cousin Ernie on "I love Lucy"? It was 2 of the funniest episodes of that show that they ever did. Goodness gracious it was pea pickin' good!
Hi Chris, I put up a couple of more clips on dad @FirstTeleUser - Hope you are well, and thank you keeping dad and Speedy's name alive for all players to enjoy. John Bryant
Back in the 50's Ernie Ford was a DJ at KCKC in San Bernardino. I have a brief aircheck. He was doing a hillbilly character. In 1961 I worked there until it was sold. I sat in his chair, you might say. I love the CD, "16 Tons of Boogie."
My Dad and Ernie were first cousins. It was 19 years ago on this day when Ernie passed...…. Really awesome to see that folks and are still watching all these years later in 2020… Thank you so much for posting!
This is just phenomenal!! Band and T.E. are just amazing!! I love that T.E. Ford is known for his religious songs...but was really a Boogie Woogie nutcase underneath!! Just great!! Thanks Chris for posting this and all of the other great stuff you've shared. Dig, DmGrk
Eat your heart out, Ray Benson! I barely remember watching Tennessee Ernie Ford when I was about 4 years old in 1956. It was one of my favorite shows, along with Diana Shore...according to my parents. Ahhh, the good old days when life was simple.
In his book Southwest Shuffle, Rich Kienzle says that "around 1951" Ford and the Hometown Jamboree band made "several" short films of songs for Snader Telescriptions, including "You Don't Have to Be A Baby" which you have here. Looks like these shorts may fit that description. And Shotgun Boogie was (audio) recorded for Capitol in July 1950 and released in November, topping the charts for 14 weeks afterward. So a 1951-ish date for these videos sounds like a good bet.
These are from 16mm films the problem with the image is from too many VHS dubs - I have been trying to track down a lower generation tape or the film prints themselves for many years but no luck.
Speedy West on that Bigsby steel. What an innovator. He and Jimmy Bryant did a couple of records together that are phenomenal. And if you can't appreciate Tennessee Ernie then you're deaf.
I’m half deaf and I appreciate this stuff more than you know!!
Anybody out there see him play Cousin Ernie on "I love Lucy"? It was 2 of the funniest episodes of that show that they ever did.
Goodness gracious it was pea pickin' good!
With Cliffie Stone on piano . . . . ! fantastic !!!
Sorry guys....This is Billy Liebert on piano....Chris
Hi Chris, I put up a couple of more clips on dad @FirstTeleUser - Hope you are well, and thank you keeping dad and Speedy's name alive for all players to enjoy. John Bryant
Look at that beautiful telecaster. Fresh outta the factory. Amazing.
You can only do the best with what you have got. This footage is over 70 years old and I am surprised it is still in as good a condition as it is.
Great act!
So good! Jimmy Bryant was the man!!!! 🙌🏼
thanks - he was my dad ... lol
@@annemccaslin1138 your dad was an amazing guitarist! Much love. 🙏🏼💜🤘🏽
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People do not realize how Cool and Great these Musicians Were! Nice Work! WooF!
Wondeful artists, fantastic , first and final!
Back in the 50's Ernie Ford was a DJ at KCKC in San Bernardino. I have a brief aircheck. He was doing a hillbilly character. In 1961 I worked there until it was sold. I sat in his chair, you might say. I love the CD, "16 Tons of Boogie."
I did a radio show with him at KEEN. It was a remote broadcast. He talked and I played the records.. He recorded for Capitol...without success.
I vaguely remember seeing him on TV. Yes, I'm that old.
Speedy was my dads first cousins husband… super cool to see people still watching him and Jimmy
👍 Awesome! 👍
My Dad and Ernie were first cousins. It was 19 years ago on this day when Ernie passed...…. Really awesome to see that folks and are still watching all these years later in 2020… Thank you so much for posting!
👍They don't make music like this anymore. 👍
All brilliant musicians on this..
Love watching Jimmy and Speedy working together!
Great Music!!!
This is just phenomenal!! Band and T.E. are just amazing!! I love that T.E. Ford is known for his religious songs...but was really a Boogie Woogie nutcase underneath!! Just great!! Thanks Chris for posting this and all of the other great stuff you've shared. Dig, DmGrk
Damn that swings hard.
Great players! I remember loving the Tennessee Ernie Ford show when I was a kid.
I was going to say the same thing...he was a great entertainer, and no one sang sacred music like him...Elvis was pretty good, too...
Jimmy Bryant playing one of the 1st Fender Esquires, soon to be the “Telecaster”
God, that first Jimmy Bryant solo...
Thanks for posting!
This band is so tight ❤️
Amazing films and with the quality audio a big plus.
Nobody would come close to Jimmy Bryant’s crystal clear, blazing speed till john maclaughlin in the 70s
McGlaughlin never had the musicality of Bryant!
How about Danny Gatton?
@@crimsonwolf9099saw Danny many times and would talk on the phone very kind and generous talent miss him
@@martydibergi5228 Danny Gatton certainly was a MONSTER guitarist accomplished in any genre!
Thanks for posting! My father-in law is Eddie Kirk.
wow! who played with merle travis etc ! @@Jazzdrummerperson
He was hot stuff
@@lisavee9948 Yes and many others!
Eat your heart out, Ray Benson! I barely remember watching Tennessee Ernie Ford when I was about 4 years old in 1956. It was one of my favorite shows, along with Diana Shore...according to my parents. Ahhh, the good old days when life was simple.
Her name was Dinah Shore, not Diana!
Why would Ray Benson eat his heart out???? He’s a legit artist in his own right. What kind of dumbass are you??
Ray Benson described in the words of an early member of a pre- Asleep at the Wheel band in Philly, "Foghorn Leghorn meets Ernest Tubb"
My dad.
. Jimmy Bryant. Miss him mucho
Early was underrated for sure.
In his book Southwest Shuffle, Rich Kienzle says that "around 1951" Ford and the Hometown Jamboree band made "several" short films of songs for Snader Telescriptions, including "You Don't Have to Be A Baby" which you have here. Looks like these shorts may fit that description. And Shotgun Boogie was (audio) recorded for Capitol in July 1950 and released in November, topping the charts for 14 weeks afterward. So a 1951-ish date for these videos sounds like a good bet.
Great accordion solo 9:00 among other great work by these musicians.
THIS is rock-and-roll!
awesome!
Jimmy Bryant
it means so much cos it got that swing
JIMMY BRYANT city. moultrie, Ga.
Steve Howe interview brought me here.
Jimmy Bryant was the singing voice of Tony from West side story
Totally corn in presentation but with “Top Of The Heap” musicians behind & aside Tennessee . Jimmy $ Speedy included.
I KNOW I’m hearing that chorus wrong! 😂 I know damn well this isn’t the “Kissin’ Butt Boogie”.
Lmfao
These are from 16mm films the problem with the image is from too many VHS dubs - I have been trying to track down a lower generation tape or the film prints themselves for many years but no luck.
...credit to Tennessee Ernie for using this band...who knows their story ? when the acc. starts in on You Don't...oh, yeah...
JB solos at 01:31......and solos QUITE well..........and that's it.
mjs28c And Billy Liebert does too.. and so does Speedy West... And it's Tennessee Ernie and the Hometown Jamboree band!
did well for. a guy with bad pitch. thanks to speedy and jimmy
who's the stellar accordionist?
That is Billy Liebert, yeah he can play!....Chris
If Elvis Presley had been the vocalist,would it be rock´n´roll?
MrAnderswt This is more rockin than any elvis songs.
Good question cuz this signing style is definitely country but the song instrumental has a rocking kick to it
Good question cuz this signing style is definitely country but the song instrumental has a rocking kick to it
I wish we could turn down the vocals and just listen to the band. :)
Jimmy is using a Whiteguard Tele. So, is at least 1955.
I know the video quality is rather poor, but I think that was clear pickguard that Jimmy had put on his Broadcaster.....Chris
Give me call some time.
Roy Harte was the Drummer