The Bakersfield Sound subgenre is country music. Its leaders are Buck Owens and Merle Haggard. The two artists were considered too country for the Nashville scene and represented "real country" in their sound. They brought electric guitar, drums, 2/4 tempo and an electric guitar to their songs. They are known as pioneers of "Freight train sound"
Dwight Yoakam
Dwight Yoakam is a country music titan. Born in Kentucky he has been making country music for almost 40 years. He has a twang that sets him apart from other country stars, including Merle Haggard. He is most known for his country hits but was actually born in Pikeville Kentucky. He has adapt to the California lifestyle. His songs are reminiscent of the classic songwriters who made their mark in the country world.
Buck Owens
Merle Haggard (Buck Owens) and the Buckaroos introduced Bakersfield Sound to mainstream music audiences in the early 50s. Its influence reached beyond the country scene into the world of movie music and pop culture. Today, the sound is often associated with rock, country, and gospel. This list of notable Country artists was created in celebration of the Bakersfield Sound.
Ferlin Husky
Ferlin Husky, who was a Missouri farmer in 1927, is the person responsible for the Bakersfield sound. After World War II, he played local clubs and even played bass for Big Jim De Noone and the Melody Rangers. He also sang as a sidekick for Gene Autry. Ferlin Husky's songs were heavily influenced from traditional country music. His voice was also smoother than that of most of his contemporaries.
Merle Haggard
The "Bakersfield sounds" are a combination of country music and rock. It has its roots in California, where Haggard was raised. Merle Haggard is often referred as an "Okie" because he is a California native. At the age of 4, he began to play guitar and studied with country legends Lefty Frizzell, Johnny Cash and others. Haggard was born in Oklahoma to his parents. He grew up in a converted train car that was later turned into a small home.
Merle Shepard
Local musicians and artists helped create the Bakersfield sound. Merle Shepard sang "A Dear John Letter", the first country hit. Famous musicians such as Speedy West and Lewis Talley were part of the Bakersfield sound. Susan Raye, a roadshow member who recorded several hits duets with Buck Owens, was another notable Bakersfield sound member. In the 1970s, Kay Adams and Bonnie Owens made their mark on the scene as well.
Merle Shepherd's Farmer Boys
Merle Shepard's Farmer Boy's Store is a small town grocery store that has become synonymous with quality produce and wholesome food. The store was founded in 1931 by Merle and Jane Shepard. It continues to thrive in Mansfield as well as Wellsboro. Merle and Jane Shepard retired, and the management of the store was handed to their sons Benny and Lew. Merle was bought out by Lew, Benny and Lew who managed the Mansfield location for many years. They continued the business in Mansfield and Wellsboro until the 1930s.
Merle Shepard's children
The "Bakersfield Sound," a popular musical genre, is well-known. The sound is rooted firmly in country music and originated from Kern County, California. The town was home for country music pioneers Merle Haygard, Buck Owens, Jean Shepard and Merle Haggard in the 1940s. Today, rockers from San Francisco's Bay Area make the trip. Brokedown is one such band that will play at the town's two most famous bars, Don Quixote's (and the Independent).
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Is there a Hollywood Walk of Fame?
Yes! To visit the Hollywood Walk of Fame, you don't need to pay anything. To take photos of the Hollywood Walk of Fame, however, you will need to apply for a permit. This costs $15 per person.
You must have a valid identification if you plan to visit the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
If you are under 18, you must be accompanied by someone 21 years old or older.
The walkway is not open until 10 a.m.
You cannot leave the walkway once you are inside without paying again.
Cameras are not permitted inside the walkway.
What is the difference of a producer and distributor?
The movie is made by a producer. The movie is distributed through a distributor. A distributor can distribute the movie to theaters or other companies such as Netflix. Distributors can buy movies from producers. They then sell them to theaters and cable channels or streaming services.
Distributors have to negotiate with theater owners over where their movies should play. This could mean that certain theaters may charge more for a particular movie than others. If you want your movie to be seen by as many people as possible, you should choose a distributor with many theaters.
Why are so few independent films ever distributed?
Many indie filmmakers believe that distributors will take their films.
They are certain distributors will take their films, as they know that the public will love them.
But this is rare. Distributors often take advantage of independent filmmakers.
They will use techniques such as delaying the release of a movie until after the awards season has ended.
Or they delay the release date of a low-budget film until after the summer blockbuster season has begun.
Distributors are also trying to keep films off the streets until audiences have already spent hundreds upon thousands of dollars on tickets or popcorn.
They don't want these profits to be lost.
Statistics
- By 1911, approximately 60 to 70 percent of films imported into Great Britain were American. (en.wikipedia.org)
- At his encouragement, his sister Sarah Luke, brother-in-law Elisha Luke, with her mother, Azubah, took the Atlantic & Pacific Railroad from Ogden to Los Angeles in November 1885, according to Adrian Weekly Press, November 13, 1885. (en.wikipedia.org)
- Women account for 51 percent of moviegoers. (en.wikipedia.org)
- "[116]"38% of films employed 0 or 1 woman in the roles considered, 23% employed two women, 28% employed 3 to 5 women, and 10% employed 6 to 9 women. (en.wikipedia.org)
- The percentage of black female characters went from 16 percent in 2017 to 21 percent in 2018. (en.wikipedia.org)
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How to get a star in the Hollywood Walk of Fame
The Hollywood Walk of Fame (HWOF) was established in 1960 by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. The HWOF is located at 6233 Hollywood Boulevard in Los Angeles, California. It is made up of 2,711 stars that are embedded in the Hollywood Boulevard sidewalk. Each star represents a person who has contributed to television, radio, theatre, music, motion pictures, or any other aspect of popular culture. There are currently 1,922 active individuals on the HWOF.
You must first submit your name and address to the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce to become a member of HWOF. The Hollywood Department of Cultural Affairs then submits your information to the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs. Once approved, a certificate will be sent to you stating that you are eligible. This includes your name as well as date of birth and the city where you live. You also receive a bronze plaque with your name engraved on it. This plaque is attached to a concrete base located in front of the designated Star.
If you were nominated by an HWOF member, or if there are significant contributions made to the entertainment, film, radio, theatre, and music industries, you may be eligible for a "star" award. A committee evaluates all nominations and then decides whether to approve them. If they decide to approve, they write a letter to the address of the applicant explaining their decision. If the person accepts the nomination, he/she receives a second letter confirming acceptance. The Hollywood Chamber of commerce then sends $25 to the City of Los Angles Department of Cultural Affairs.
The department issues a check payable to the Hollywood Chamber of commerce, which sends the check to the Hollywood Walk of Fame Foundation. The foundation pays artists or organizations whose applications were accepted. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce receives half of the fee ($12.50). The City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs pays the remainder.
Once the artist receives his/her star he/she will be eligible to be inducted into the HWOF. You must pay the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce the balance due to be included on the HWOF. The amount due will depend on when you were first nominated. For example, if you were first nominated in 1990, you would owe $15,000. If you were nominated for the first time in 1990, you would owe $15,000.
You can remove yourself from HWOF by contacting the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce to pay the rest of your debt. They will remove your name from this list.
What age is required to become a HWOF star?
Nominations are open to anyone over 18 years of age. To receive a coveted star, one must be at least 18 years old. One can still be nominated after receiving a star after ten years.
What happens if I die before my star gets put up?
You can be nominated by your family members to receive a star. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce will place an honorary marker in front of the star if there are no living relatives.
Why not use a new street, instead of staring at everyone?
The HWOF is not meant to be a historical monument. It is meant to honor those who contributed to film history.
What happened to all the stars stolen? The thieves stole approximately 1,200 stars. Each star weighs between 250 and 300 lbs. This makes it approximately 4 tons!