Various Artists - Magic Of The Hollywood Tenor - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

These narrative ballads from both sides of the Texas-Mexico border were recorded in south Texas and Monterrey, Mexico between 1945 and 1975 by local recording firms, primarily Ideal and Falcon. The topics range from politics, social and intercultural conflicts, and interpersonal relations, to the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.., the saga of Patty Hearst, and more. 24-page booklet with detailed notes about each corrido by professor James Nicolopulos. Embedded in the CD are transcriptions and translations of all the songs.

Some of the greatest players of all time play their favorite Martin Guitars on this tribute to the great American guitar builder Martin Guitar Co. On it's 175th Anniversary! From Rock Icons Steve Miller, Nancy Wilson (Heart), Elliot Easton and Greg Hawkes (The Cars), Laurence Juber (Wings), Roger McGuinn (the Byrds), Steve Howe (Yes) to folk and country icons like Norman and Nancy Blake, Tony Rice and Peter Rowan this CD is wall to wall great guitar. As an additional treat Don McLean (American Pie's famed writer) contributes a brand new song to the festivities.

Various Artists - Tenors Greatest Hits [COMPACT DISCS] date 02/14/1995