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“Fat Boy Rag”, “House of Blue Lights”, “The Letter That Johnny Walker Read”, “Before You Stopped Loving Me”, and “Quittin’ Time” Asleep at the Wheel 45’s, 1972-1990

 File — Box: 2809, Folder: 26

Abstract

From the Series:

Archival materials donated by musician, Ray Benson, as additions to his collection following his music career from 1957-2015. Majority of the addition are photographs of Asleep at the Wheel and headshots of Benson; news clippings and magazine articles on Asleep at the Wheel; and concert promotional materials such as posters and flyers. Included in the collection are handwritten song lyrics; Benson’s guitar, cowboy hat, and concert shirt; and photographs of Benson with former U.S. Presidents Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, and Barack Obama.

Dates

  • 1972-1990

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Series: 12 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English