Music
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 670 Collections and/or Records:
“Old Press 1972-1997”; Music Row: Nashville’s Entertainment Industry Newspaper, Volume 7, #5 Asleep at the Wheel on cover, March 19, 1987
File — Box 3330, Folder: 17
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:
March 19, 1987
“Old Press 1972-1997”; Newspaper clippings featuring Ray Benson and Asleep at the Wheel, various news outlets, 1987, 1990, 2000-2001, undated
File — Box 3330, Folder: 26
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, 1990, 2000-2001, undated
“Old Press 1972-1997”; Nomination plaque, The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences certificate nominating Asleep at the Wheel’s song “Fat Boy Rag” for the “Best Country Instrumental Performance” award signed by Jay L. Cooper, National President of NARAS, 1975
File — Box 3330, Folder: 9
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:
1975
“Old Press 1972-1997”; Nomination plaque, The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences certificate nominating Asleep at the Wheel’s song “Ragtime Annie” for the “Best Country Instrumental Performance” award, signed by J. William Denny, National President of NARAS, 1977
File — Box 3330, Folder: 12
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:
1977
“Old Press 1972-1997”; Nomination plaque, The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences certificate nominating Asleep at the Wheel’s song “Route 66” for the “Best Country Vocal Performance by a Duo or Group” award, signed by Jay L. Cooper, National President of NARAS, 1976
File — Box 3330, Folder: 10
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:
1976
“Old Press 1972-1997”; Nomination plaque, The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences certificate nominating Asleep at the Wheel’s song “The Wheel” album for the “Best Country Vocal Performance by a Duo or Group” award, signed by Jay L. Cooper, National President of NARAS, 1977
File — Box 3330, Folder: 11
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:
1977
“Old Press 1972-1997”; Oversized postcard “Greetings from Asleep at the Wheel” announcing Asleep at the Wheel’s Silver Anniversary event at Bass Music Hall, Austin, Texas, September 23, 1995
File — Box 3330, Folder: 25
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:
September 23, 1995
“Old Press 1972-1997”; Program for the BMI Awards Thirty Second Annual Awards dinner, June 19, 1984
File — Box 3330, Folder: 18
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:
June 19, 1984
“Old Press 1972-1997”; Ray Benson’s Honorary Texas Citizen certificate, signed “The Texas Playboys Leon Rausch”, March 6, 2005
File — Box 3330, 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:
March 6, 2005
“Old Press 1972-1997”; Ray Benson’s membership certificate, Memphis Chapter, National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences, July 19, 1988
File — Box 3330, Folder: 14
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:
July 19, 1988
“Old Press 1972-1997”; Sony Music release flyer for Asleep at the Wheel’s live album “Back to the Future Now: Live at Arizona Charlie’s, Las Vegas, Lucky Dog Records, 1997
File — Box 3330, Folder: 24
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:
1997
“Old Press 1972-1997”; Tri-fold mailer announcing “The Best of Austin City Limits: Country Music’s Finest Hour music compilation on Epic/Legacy Records, including Asleep at the Wheel, addressed to Mrs. Maury Seifert, September 23, 1996
File — Box 3330, Folder: 23
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:
September 23, 1996
Old rusted license plate, # 143233, undated
Item — Box 1694
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
This donation includes awards, certificates, photographs, letters, drawings, clippings, and memorabilia.
Dates:
undated
Omaha Rainbow 3 music magazine, Asleep at the Wheel London interview, pg. 11. Cover with Rodney Crowell and Emmy Lou Harris, June 1977
File — Box 3696, Folder: 8
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:
June 1977
One (1) copy of Best in Texas music magazine signed by Aaron Watson, Vol. 4 No. 3 , April, 2004
File — Box 3503, Folder: 49
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:
April, 2004
Open reel recordings from Jack Clement Recording Studios of songs such “Route 66”, “Cajun Stripper”, “Lost Mino”, “Miles & Miles of Texas”, and “If I Can’t Love You”, April 21, 1976
File — Box 2810, Folder: 4
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...
Dates:
April 21, 1976
Open reel recordings of “Choo Choo Choo Boogie”, “Don’t Roll Them Bloodshot Eyes at Me”, “Don’t Ask Me Why I’m Going to Texas”, “Our Names Aren’t Mentioned (Together Anymore)”, “Last Night I Shot Myself”, “Jumpin’ at the [Blood side]”, and “Miss Molly”, June 11-17, 1973
File — Box 2810, Folder: 1
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...
Dates:
June 11-17, 1973
Orange cap with blue lettering which states “ASCAP Ray Benson Birthday Bash”, undated
File — Box 2810, Folder: 7
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...
Dates:
undated
Orange cap with white and black lettering that states “Ray Benson-ASCAP-Birthday Bash”, undated
File — Box 2810, Folder: 9
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...
Dates:
undated
Other T-Shirts
Sub-Series
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
The Austin City Limits Collection spans the years from 1974 to 2002. It is a diverse collection that contains material and artifacts documenting Austin City Limits and artists connected with the show. The collection was compiled by Bill Arhos (co-creator, executive producer and program director for Austin City Limits), and also documents the Austin Film Festival and PBS-KLRU/KLRN. The collection includes press clippings, publicity materials, photographs, correspondence, galley...
Dates:
1973-2002, undated
