What 2 CD's do you recommend?

Budd Kelley · Post by **Budd Kelley** » 10 Aug 2002 1:07 pm

Howdy,

I am a recreational musician who is just starting out with a psg. I would like some ideas of what to listen to. What recordings have sound and ideas that a beginner should have put in his head? I would appreciate 2 recommendations to start my collection with. It would help if they are available from the Forum or at "commercial" music stores. (Maybe between "Rap" and "show tunes!) I can work up to the hard to find "classic" albums later!

Thanks

Mark Herrick · Post by **Mark Herrick** » 10 Aug 2002 1:15 pm

Jimmy Day's "Golden Steel Guitar Hits" and "Steel and Strings" (two albums on one CD). You can usually find this at record stores or on the web.

You should always have this sound in your head...

Joey Ace · Post by **Joey Ace** » 10 Aug 2002 1:21 pm

Northern Steel http://b0b.com/products/music.html#northern

Because it has a varity of great players with different styles, it lists the types of Steels used in the notes, and there are Rhythum Tracks available when your're ready to try to play some.

Al Udeen · Post by **Al Udeen** » 10 Aug 2002 2:06 pm

Two Budd Kelleys? I have a long time friend here in Mn. Bud has been retired for many yrs, but was a great steel player! He spells his name [Kelley] but only one D in Bud, Just thought you'd like to know what the odds are on that? The best CD I've heard in a while is the latest one by Darryl Singletary! Regards! au

Red Kilby · Post by **Red Kilby** » 10 Aug 2002 4:08 pm

You can find this on CD very easy, Charley Pride "Live at Panther Hall", it has some of the best steel that you will ever hear by the Man himself, Lloyd Green.
It was recorded back in 1968, and is my favorite album of all time.
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John Steele (deceased) · Post by **John Steele (deceased)** » 10 Aug 2002 4:20 pm

Since nobody has mentioned Buddy Emmons' "Emmons Guitar Co Inc." album, (affectionately known as The Black Album). I'll be the one.
The finest steel recording ever made, imho.
-John

Del Rangel · Post by **Del Rangel** » 10 Aug 2002 6:26 pm

The Jimmy Day 2in1 (Golden Steel Guitar and Steel and Strings) and Ernie Hagar (Man of Steel) Both available through the Forum.

Sam Minnitti · Post by **Sam Minnitti** » 10 Aug 2002 7:16 pm

John, I 2nd that.

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Mike Weirauch · Post by **Mike Weirauch** » 10 Aug 2002 7:23 pm

My two suggestions are:

Smiley Roberts Sings Whether You Like It Or Not!
The Happy Steel Guitarist!

Bill Simmons · Post by **Bill Simmons** » 10 Aug 2002 8:19 pm

I have to give you four recommendations that influenced me:
1. Lloyd Green: Any of the great Lloyd Green records/CD's
2. Buddy Emmons: The 'Black Album' of the ultimate steel guitarist, Buddy Emmons
3. Tom Brumley: The incredible tone and styling of Tom Brumley on Buck Owens 'Live at Carnegie Hall'
4. Bob Lucier: Bob's latest CD is one of the finest in creative and fresh approach to playing many of the standards.

Have fun!

R. L. Jones · Post by **R. L. Jones** » 11 Aug 2002 6:47 am

Just wanted to say "HI" neighbor , another new member, from Lake charles, OLD man but new member

Budd Kelley · Post by **Budd Kelley** » 11 Aug 2002 8:09 am

R. L.

Hi your own self! I am 54 and just starting out. What the heck - I am going to be 55 next year whether I try to learn this thing or not.

Thanks to everyone for your suggestions. I am making a shopping list!

Donny Hinson · Post by **Donny Hinson** » 11 Aug 2002 8:17 am

Budd...what kind of music do you like, and what are you aspiring to play? With that info, I can give you a better recommendation.

Ian · Post by **Ian** » 12 Aug 2002 11:59 am

Hey Bud,

My two recommendations don't feature the steel "front and center" but are what I feel to be excellent recordings which happen to have some great steel. The first is Willie Nelson & Ray Price "San Antonio Rose." Songs include such classics as "Crazy Arms," "Faded Love," Night Life," "I Fall to Pieces," and of course the title track. Buddy Emmons's playing on the entire disc is first rate: concise fills, crystal clear tone, great interplay with the other musicans. Plus you get two great singers! Columbia 1980

My second recommendation is Brian Blade Fellowship. This is some fantastic original jazz; most of the tunes are composed by drummer Brian Blade. And it's produced by Daniel Lanois. Don't confuse this with "smooth jazz" - this stuff cooks! Great ensemble playing through out with loads of tenor and alto sax, real keys, electric and acoustic guitar and Dave Easley adding his subtle touch on the pedal steel.
Blue Note 1998

Good luck,
Ian

Mark Ardito · Post by **Mark Ardito** » 12 Aug 2002 12:10 pm

Charley Pride - Live at Panther Hall
Buck Owens - Live at Carnagie Hall

Lloyd Green is playing with Charley Pride and Tom Brumley is playing with Buck. My 2 favorite steel players.

Billy Woo · Post by **Billy Woo** » 12 Aug 2002 12:55 pm

Hi Budd, I would recommend something a little more contemporary. Dwight Yoakum's Cd called "Tommorow's Sounds Today" has Gary Morse "playin the heck outta it" and it is definitely within your grasp to hear and possibly "Cop the licks" within the confines of some serious practice. Lotsa AB and BC pedal use with a very classic Country Steel Feel..
Bronco Billy
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Martin Abend · Post by **Martin Abend** » 12 Aug 2002 2:00 pm

What a question... Since you'll get more or less different replies of each person, how you will decide what to buy?

Anyhow, my choice would be Susan Alcorn's "UMA". You'll find PSG in a Jazz/Avantgarde/Minimalism-context - at least I was pretty amazed what can be played on this intrument. Susan is one of the most accomplished players I've ever heard and her compositions are demanding, but very beautiful. There's nothing like this -she's got an unique approach to PSG and music.

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GaryHoetker · Post by **GaryHoetker** » 12 Aug 2002 2:37 pm

Buck Owens' 1963 Capitol LP "On the Bandstand" circa 1963 featuring front and center the great Jay McDonald on his Fender 1000 pedal steel. Jay's solo rendition of "Release Me" is packed with emotion and is truly remarkable. You don't hear steel like that on record anymore. That particular album is re-issued by Sundazed and can be found on their website www.sundazed.com. If you don't want to buy it..I can burn a copy for you. Let me know.

Budd Kelley · Post by **Budd Kelley** » 12 Aug 2002 3:38 pm

Martin - I am making a list. I will get what is available on the Forum and have the rest of the list with me when I go looking. What I buy will depend on what is for sale in this psg wasteland! I truly appreciate all of your recomendations.

Budd Kelley · Post by **Budd Kelley** » 24 Aug 2002 5:32 pm

Well - I found the Dwight cd at the first store I tried. I found the Buck Owens at Carnegie at the 3rd. They offered to special order Willie and Ray "San Antonio Rose" for me. I got it today and have been listening to it ever since.

While the PSG is great, and the different styles of Ray and Willie make a nice combination, it is track 11 that has been played over and over.

When Faded Love starts with Johnny Gimble's fiddle, backed by a single guitar, I get chills. I know, I know, Bob Wills and the Texas Playboys did it and did the heck out of it. That is a given and a benchmark - there is no need for anyone else to do it again. But that fiddle of Mr. Gimble doesn't know it and makes the prettiest music I have heard in a while. The vocals don't suck, but the fiddle and guitar shine!

I am still shopping for the rest of your recommendations, and again, I thank you.

Steve Feldman · Post by **Steve Feldman** » 25 Aug 2002 7:05 am

In addition to what's mentioned above, I'd say Ernest Tubb's 6CD set 'Waltz Across Texas' featuring Buddy Charlton/Leon Rhodes, etc.

Buddy C. is DA MAN! It doesn't get any better than this, IMO.

Dr. Hugh Jeffreys · Post by **Dr. Hugh Jeffreys** » 25 Aug 2002 8:12 am

As a beginner, you will probably get more out of Jerry Byrd's teaching videos than anything on the market Good luck; have fun - HJ

Ian · Post by **Ian** » 25 Aug 2002 8:41 am

Hey Budd,

So glad you like Willie and Ray disc. Even my friends who "don't like country" really like that one. Tkae care.

Ian

R. L. Jones · Post by **R. L. Jones** » 25 Aug 2002 4:20 pm

Budd, I`ve done some foolish things in my life, the worst ; I learned to play Hawiian steel guitar as ateenage boy, 1941, played all during WW2 somewhere in the world, on ships ,on land . Came back somewhat lost, gave that guitar away. Then 55yrs. later The urge came back to play, I`m still trying to get back where i was then . Too late ,I can hold my own but that`about it

Rl