Country Music Legends Captured in Hulton Archive
The Hulton Archive is regarded as one of the greatest collections of photojournalism, spanning the birth of photography to the present. Important snapshots of country music history are found among the extensive archive's engravings, maps, lithographs and other visual memorabilia. Starting with a portrait of the Carter Family in 1937, CMT.com's gallery of photos from the archive provides an example of how deep the roots of country music history run as they work their way through the decades. Eddy Arnold and Al Jolson look like they're having a blast while jamming in 1946 (No. 4). A young Willie Nelson may be unrecognizable to many in a studio shot from 1960 (No. 18.) Skeeter Davis sports a wild psychedelic ensemble in 1968 (No. 24), while Kris Kristofferson bares some skin and a fresh shave in 1970 (No. 28). Johnny Paycheck practices what he preaches, standing among bookbinders on strike in 1977 (No. 53). Later on, Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash have some memorable country company while taping a TV special in 1978 (No. 56). Lots of interesting, historic moments are captured here; see for yourself.
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Cindy Judd says:
Good Morning,
The people in this picture above where I’m writing this message were some of my favorties when I was growing up. I’m 51 years old and have listened to country music all my life and continue to do so yet today…I like to think I’m up on the times, watching the newest artists. But this morning, while I was watching CMT, I saw an ad that very much bothers me….it was the HSUS advertisement.
WE have a cattle operation in Kansas and we do everything possible to make sure our livestock are cared for, above everything else! HSUS would like to take away this way of life and many other farm operations that feed this country. I highly suggest to have your person that does the marketing for CMT learn more about the people that help pay your bills before you start to lose viewers….because I do believe many country atrtist would be ashamed of who you are taking money from! At the top of the list would be Reba…she is a true ranch girl that grew up on a ranch. H$U$…does not have the best interest of the animals. Try to learn more about this group before running any more ads!
Sincerely,
Cindy Judd
Bart says:
If you don’t like HSUS, you should be happy CMT is taking their money - that is the best revenge of all.