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Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 4329 Collections and/or Records:

“Asleep at the Wheel Day” proclamations for the cities of Pflugerville and Austin Texas and Nashville, Tennessee, 1990, 2002

 File — Box 3696, Folder: 1
Scope and Contents From the Series:

Archival material received from Ray Benson dating 1974-2000. Materials include official “AATW Day” proclamations, CMA Awards finalist nomination certificates, record company bios, AATW business expense records gig flyers, National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences appreciation certificates and a Japan Country Gold appreciation certificate and thank you note from the Emily Robison of the Dixie Chicks.

Dates: 1990, 2002
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / UPWC-18025, Ray Benson Accessions / Accession 2022-007

Asleep at the Wheel expense sheets and management manifesto, 1975, undated

 File — Box 3696, Folder: 4
Scope and Contents From the Series:

Archival material received from Ray Benson dating 1974-2000. Materials include official “AATW Day” proclamations, CMA Awards finalist nomination certificates, record company bios, AATW business expense records gig flyers, National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences appreciation certificates and a Japan Country Gold appreciation certificate and thank you note from the Emily Robison of the Dixie Chicks.

Dates: 1975, undated
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / UPWC-18025, Ray Benson Accessions / Accession 2022-007

Asleep at the Wheel induction into the Reagan Watson Alumni Association certificate, March 15, 2008

 File — Box 2650, Folder: 18
Abstract From the Series:

The Ray Benson archive includes material documenting Benson’s music career from 1971-2017. Majority of the collection includes promotional articles, including an article from John Morthland; and awards. Included in the collection are photographs of Benson with President George W. Bush, Laura Bush, and others; Benson’s boots and concert jacket; and correspondence with Dolly Parton and others. The folder titles preceding a semicolon reflect Benson’s original descriptions.

Dates: March 15, 2008
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / UPWC-18025, Ray Benson Accessions / Accession 2018-025

Asleep at the Wheel & Leon Rausch “It’s a Good Day” info sheet and publicity info for Asleep at the Wheel’s Tribute to Bob Wills and the Texas Playboys, November 3, 1993-July 20, 2010

 File — Box 2649, Folder: 15
Abstract From the Series:

The Ray Benson archive includes material documenting Benson’s music career from 1971-2017. Majority of the collection includes promotional articles, including an article from John Morthland; and awards. Included in the collection are photographs of Benson with President George W. Bush, Laura Bush, and others; Benson’s boots and concert jacket; and correspondence with Dolly Parton and others. The folder titles preceding a semicolon reflect Benson’s original descriptions.

Dates: November 3, 1993-July 20, 2010
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / UPWC-18025, Ray Benson Accessions / Accession 2018-025

Asleep at the Wheel list of nominations/awards, film work, radio commercials and television work, 1981

 File — Box 3696, Folder: 3
Scope and Contents From the Series:

Archival material received from Ray Benson dating 1974-2000. Materials include official “AATW Day” proclamations, CMA Awards finalist nomination certificates, record company bios, AATW business expense records gig flyers, National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences appreciation certificates and a Japan Country Gold appreciation certificate and thank you note from the Emily Robison of the Dixie Chicks.

Dates: 1981
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / UPWC-18025, Ray Benson Accessions / Accession 2022-007

Asleep at the Wheel. Merry Texas Christmas, Y'all (CD) [Willie Nelson guest vocalist], 1997

 Item — Box 5
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Willie Nelson Recording Collection spans 1954-2010, chronicling the career of renowned Texas singer, songwriter, and bandleader. The collection contains 877 recordings, including LPs, 45 rpms, audio cassettes, compact discs, VHS cassettes, and DVDs. Included in the collection are recordings under Nelson’s leadership as well as recordings on which he is a guest musician, producer, or songwriter. Highlights from the collection include Nelson’s first 45 rpm record released under his name,...
Dates: 1997
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-066, Willie Nelson Recording Collection / 1997

Asleep at the Wheel. Pasture Prime (CD) [Willie Nelson guest vocalist], 1985

 Item — Box 20
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Willie Nelson Recording Collection spans 1954-2010, chronicling the career of renowned Texas singer, songwriter, and bandleader. The collection contains 877 recordings, including LPs, 45 rpms, audio cassettes, compact discs, VHS cassettes, and DVDs. Included in the collection are recordings under Nelson’s leadership as well as recordings on which he is a guest musician, producer, or songwriter. Highlights from the collection include Nelson’s first 45 rpm record released under his name,...
Dates: 1985
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-066, Willie Nelson Recording Collection / 1985

Asleep at the Wheel posters, 1980, 1985, 1997, 2018, undated

 File — Box 3505, Folder: 2
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

Ray Benson's archive contains materials documenting his entire career, featuring records, photographs, instruments, wardrobe, awards and other memorabilia dating from 1951-2018.

Dates: 1980, 1985, 1997, 2018, undated
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / UPWC-18025, Ray Benson Accessions / Accession 2020-075

“Asleep at the Wheel Press 1971-73”; News clippings from Washington Star, The Daily Californian, and Austin American-Statesman, (1 of 2) , 1971-1973

 File — Box 2651, Folder: 6
Abstract From the Series:

The Ray Benson archive includes material documenting Benson’s music career from 1971-2017. Majority of the collection includes promotional articles, including an article from John Morthland; and awards. Included in the collection are photographs of Benson with President George W. Bush, Laura Bush, and others; Benson’s boots and concert jacket; and correspondence with Dolly Parton and others. The folder titles preceding a semicolon reflect Benson’s original descriptions.

Dates: 1971-1973
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / UPWC-18025, Ray Benson Accessions / Accession 2018-025

“Asleep at the Wheel Press 1971-73”; News clippings from Washington Star, The Daily Californian, and Austin American-Statesman, (2 of 2) , 1971-1973

 File — Box 2651, Folder: 7
Abstract From the Series:

The Ray Benson archive includes material documenting Benson’s music career from 1971-2017. Majority of the collection includes promotional articles, including an article from John Morthland; and awards. Included in the collection are photographs of Benson with President George W. Bush, Laura Bush, and others; Benson’s boots and concert jacket; and correspondence with Dolly Parton and others. The folder titles preceding a semicolon reflect Benson’s original descriptions.

Dates: 1971-1973
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / UPWC-18025, Ray Benson Accessions / Accession 2018-025

“Asleep at the Wheel Press 1974-75”; News clippings from The Houston Post, Music City News, and Billboard, (1 of 2) , 1972-1975

 File — Box 2651, Folder: 8
Abstract From the Series:

The Ray Benson archive includes material documenting Benson’s music career from 1971-2017. Majority of the collection includes promotional articles, including an article from John Morthland; and awards. Included in the collection are photographs of Benson with President George W. Bush, Laura Bush, and others; Benson’s boots and concert jacket; and correspondence with Dolly Parton and others. The folder titles preceding a semicolon reflect Benson’s original descriptions.

Dates: 1972-1975
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / UPWC-18025, Ray Benson Accessions / Accession 2018-025

“Asleep at the Wheel Press 1974-75”; News clippings from The Houston Post Music City News, and Billboard, (2 of 2) , 1972-1975

 File — Box 2651, Folder: 9
Abstract From the Series:

The Ray Benson archive includes material documenting Benson’s music career from 1971-2017. Majority of the collection includes promotional articles, including an article from John Morthland; and awards. Included in the collection are photographs of Benson with President George W. Bush, Laura Bush, and others; Benson’s boots and concert jacket; and correspondence with Dolly Parton and others. The folder titles preceding a semicolon reflect Benson’s original descriptions.

Dates: 1972-1975
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / UPWC-18025, Ray Benson Accessions / Accession 2018-025

“Asleep at the Wheel Press 1976-77”; News clippings from Los Angeles Times, Arizona Republic, and Stereo Reviews, (1 of 2) , 1976-77

 File — Box 2647, Folder: 17
Abstract From the Series:

The Ray Benson archive includes material documenting Benson’s music career from 1971-2017. Majority of the collection includes promotional articles, including an article from John Morthland; and awards. Included in the collection are photographs of Benson with President George W. Bush, Laura Bush, and others; Benson’s boots and concert jacket; and correspondence with Dolly Parton and others. The folder titles preceding a semicolon reflect Benson’s original descriptions.

Dates: 1976-77
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / UPWC-18025, Ray Benson Accessions / Accession 2018-025

“Asleep at the Wheel Press 1976-77”; News clippings from The Wichita Sun, The Dallas Morning News, and Rolling Stone, (2 of 2) , 1976-1977

 File — Box 2647, Folder: 18
Abstract From the Series:

The Ray Benson archive includes material documenting Benson’s music career from 1971-2017. Majority of the collection includes promotional articles, including an article from John Morthland; and awards. Included in the collection are photographs of Benson with President George W. Bush, Laura Bush, and others; Benson’s boots and concert jacket; and correspondence with Dolly Parton and others. The folder titles preceding a semicolon reflect Benson’s original descriptions.

Dates: 1976-1977
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / UPWC-18025, Ray Benson Accessions / Accession 2018-025

“Asleep at the Wheel Press 1978-86”; Articles about Asleep at the Wheel, (1 of 2) , 1978-1987

 File — Box 2649, Folder: 9
Abstract From the Series:

The Ray Benson archive includes material documenting Benson’s music career from 1971-2017. Majority of the collection includes promotional articles, including an article from John Morthland; and awards. Included in the collection are photographs of Benson with President George W. Bush, Laura Bush, and others; Benson’s boots and concert jacket; and correspondence with Dolly Parton and others. The folder titles preceding a semicolon reflect Benson’s original descriptions.

Dates: 1978-1987
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / UPWC-18025, Ray Benson Accessions / Accession 2018-025

“Asleep at the Wheel Press 1978-86”; Articles about Asleep at the Wheel, (2 of 2) , 1978-1987

 File — Box 2649, Folder: 10
Abstract From the Series:

The Ray Benson archive includes material documenting Benson’s music career from 1971-2017. Majority of the collection includes promotional articles, including an article from John Morthland; and awards. Included in the collection are photographs of Benson with President George W. Bush, Laura Bush, and others; Benson’s boots and concert jacket; and correspondence with Dolly Parton and others. The folder titles preceding a semicolon reflect Benson’s original descriptions.

Dates: 1978-1987
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / UPWC-18025, Ray Benson Accessions / Accession 2018-025

“Asleep at the Wheel Press 1987”; Articles, press clippings, Billboard album chart listings, album reviews pertaining to Asleep at the Wheel and Ray Benson from various newspapers and magazines, 1987. Includes Asleep at the Wheel’s CMA nomination for Vocal Group of the Year, 1987

 File — Box 3333, Folder: 1
Abstract From the Series: Archival materials donated by Ray Benson, lead singer of the iconic Western Swing band Asleep at the Wheel dating 1972-2018. Additions to this archive include awards, articles and press clippings pertaining to Ray Benson and Asleep at the Wheel from national and international newspapers and magazines both print and online, press kit materials, photographs, tour itineraries, celebrity endorsements by Ray Benson and ephemera. The majority of press includes Asleep at the Wheel album reviews...
Dates: 1987
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / UPWC-18025, Ray Benson Accessions / Accession 2019-128

“Asleep at the Wheel Press 1987”; Articles, press clippings, Billboard album chart listings, album reviews, radio station rotation lists and correspondence pertaining to Asleep at the Wheel and Ray Benson from various newspapers and magazines. Includes Asleep at the Wheel’s CMA nomination for Vocal Group of the Year, 1987

 File — Box 3332, Folder: 15
Abstract From the Series: Archival materials donated by Ray Benson, lead singer of the iconic Western Swing band Asleep at the Wheel dating 1972-2018. Additions to this archive include awards, articles and press clippings pertaining to Ray Benson and Asleep at the Wheel from national and international newspapers and magazines both print and online, press kit materials, photographs, tour itineraries, celebrity endorsements by Ray Benson and ephemera. The majority of press includes Asleep at the Wheel album reviews...
Dates: 1987
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / UPWC-18025, Ray Benson Accessions / Accession 2019-128

“Asleep at the Wheel Press 1988”; Articles, press clippings, Billboard album chart listings, album reviews and correspondence pertaining to Asleep at the Wheel and Ray Benson from various newspapers and magazines, 1988-1989. Includes press relating to Asleep at the Wheel’s Best Country Instrumental Grammy award for “String of Pars” from their album 10. File 1 of 2, 1988-1989

 File — Box 3333, Folder: 2
Abstract From the Series: Archival materials donated by Ray Benson, lead singer of the iconic Western Swing band Asleep at the Wheel dating 1972-2018. Additions to this archive include awards, articles and press clippings pertaining to Ray Benson and Asleep at the Wheel from national and international newspapers and magazines both print and online, press kit materials, photographs, tour itineraries, celebrity endorsements by Ray Benson and ephemera. The majority of press includes Asleep at the Wheel album reviews...
Dates: 1988-1989
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / UPWC-18025, Ray Benson Accessions / Accession 2019-128

“Asleep at the Wheel Press 1988”; Articles, press clippings, Billboard album chart listings, album reviews and correspondence pertaining to Asleep at the Wheel and Ray Benson from various newspapers and magazines. Includes press relating to Asleep at the Wheel’s Best Country Instrumental Grammy award for “String of Pars” from their album 10, 1988-1989

 File — Box 3333, Folder: 3
Abstract From the Series: Archival materials donated by Ray Benson, lead singer of the iconic Western Swing band Asleep at the Wheel dating 1972-2018. Additions to this archive include awards, articles and press clippings pertaining to Ray Benson and Asleep at the Wheel from national and international newspapers and magazines both print and online, press kit materials, photographs, tour itineraries, celebrity endorsements by Ray Benson and ephemera. The majority of press includes Asleep at the Wheel album reviews...
Dates: 1988-1989
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / UPWC-18025, Ray Benson Accessions / Accession 2019-128