Waterloo - Cliff Crofford & Billy Mize

In this clip multi-instrumentalists and all-around talents Cliff Crofford & Billy Mize perform rollicking, stomping rendition of Waterloo. From 1959, this number is another prime example of the world famous Bakersfield Sound.


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Dim Lights, Thick Smoke - 1959

Dim Lights, Thick Smoke (and live, live music) performed by Joe Maphis & wife Rose Lee, LIVE in 1959.

Maphis. known for the flatpicking style he developed in the 1930's, sings magnificent harmony with wife Rose in this 1950's crowd-pleaser.

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It Ain't Right - Gordon Terry

Gordon Terry performs his hit song 'It Ain't Right' live, backed by the great Billy Mize and the equally talented Cliff Crofford. Another clip documenting the birth of authentic rockabilly.

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Ozark Jubilee Boys - Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On

Ozark Jubilee Boys perform "Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On" live in this country tinged version of Big Joe Turner's rhythm & blues hit. Witness rockabilly in the making as this young western swing band goes rock & roll.

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Soundie: How to Yodel

In this vintage performance, the yodeling is entirely live and more contemporaneous, with a decidedly rockabilly slant.

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Music: Skeets McDonald - What a Lonesome Life it's Been

Skeets McDonald plays his classic country tune "What a Lonesome Life it's Been" in a rare televised performance from 1959.

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