Fiddlin' Man: The Life and Times of Bob Wills - Classic Country Music Documentary VHS - Perfect for Music Lovers and Vintage Collectors

Product Description Bob Wills etched his way into America's heart with his whoops and hollers, his dancing fiddle and the inimitable sounds of his band, the Texas Playboys. Out of the dustbowl Depression days Wills rose, fiddle in hand, creating the music that lifted the nation's spirit. Western swing: an irresistible combination of the raw tunes of Texas field workers, the soulful country blues, swinging horns of big band jazz and the jumping, joyous sounds of Country Western strings. This original documentary takes a nostalgic look back at the heyday of Bob Wills and his Texas Playboys from their early days at KVOO radio- "The Voice of Oklahoma"- to the packed dance floor at the legendary Cain's Ballroom in Tulsa, and on to national fame from Las Vegas to Hollywood's silver screen. V.I.E.W. Video is proud to present "Fiddlin' Man: The Life and Times of Bob Wills," featuring intimate recollections from the Texas Playboys and those who knew the legend best, combined with generous selection of performances capturing four decades of Bob Wills' Western Swing. SELECTIONS INCLUDE: Sittin' on Top of the World, Home in San Antone, Lone Star Rag, Goodbye Liza Jane, Time Changes Everything, San Antonio Rose and more Review FINEST BIOGRAPHICAL-VIDEO OF 1996 Wills stage-charisma people have compared to that of Elvis Presley/JFK/Hank Williams material is too rare and appealing to miss. -- The Columbia Flier- Geoffrey HimesGiven by: The National Association of Inependent Record Distributors -- NAIRD Award- Honorable Mentiona documentary that s long overdue Anyone who s a fan of genuine country music will want to get a look an excellent documentary -- Spectator Magazine- Philip Van Vlecka true American original AS MUCH OF AN ORIGINAL AS THE MUSICAL STYLE HE CREATED -- The Music Paper- V. Layla Ferrantedelightful vintage the video chronologically follows the Wills sage nicely done a pleasant hour spent learning about a troubled genius. -- Victory Review- Kerry Blech