The Lightning Fingers of Roy Clark

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Capitol initially released Roy Clark's first album in 1963 to little fanfare. Razor & Tie's reissue of this fully instrumental LP, recorded before Clark signed with the label, is valuable in that it showcases his remarkable six-string gifts on a "groovy" blend of traditional country-swing and the modern twist sound that was so popular with the kids at the time. Just when you think he can't pluck 'em any faster, he'll double-time at blazing speed with continued precision accuracy. The one drawback is that the total running time is relatively brief, at about 30 minutes. Twelve tracks in all, this record allows country fans to get in touch with some of the genre's roots, albeit in a "hip" setting, and confirms that "the guy from Hee Haw" can really play. --Jason Pascal

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Average customer rating: Roy Clark A Must-Have Told you so What a flood of memories! AMAZING

The Lightning Fingers of Roy Clark Roy Clark Manufacturer: Razor & Tie ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Country | Styles | Music General | Traditional Country | Country | Styles | Music Similar Items: Banjo Bandits The Very Best of Roy Clark Roy Clark - Greatest Hits [Varese] Bluegrass: It's About Time, It's About Me Live at Billy Bob's Texas ASIN: B00000I71I Release Date: 1999-03-09

Tracks:

1. Twelfth Street Rag
2. Texas Twist
3. Golden Slippers
4. Weepin Willow Twist
5. Pink Velvet Swing
6. In The Mood
7. Drifter's Polka
8. Wildwood Twist
9. A Maiden's Prayer
10. Dented Fender
11. Over The Waves
12. Chicken Wire

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Capitol initially released Roy Clark's first album in 1963 to little fanfare. Razor & Tie's reissue of this fully instrumental LP, recorded before Clark signed with the label, is valuable in that it showcases his remarkable six-string gifts on a "groovy" blend of traditional country-swing and the modern twist sound that was so popular with the kids at the time. Just when you think he can't pluck 'em any faster, he'll double-time at blazing speed with continued precision accuracy. The one drawback is that the total running time is relatively brief, at about 30 minutes. Twelve tracks in all, this record allows country fans to get in touch with some of the genre's roots, albeit in a "hip" setting, and confirms that "the guy from Hee Haw" can really play. --Jason Pascal

Customer Reviews:

Roy Clark.......2007-05-13

Got this for my dad for his birthday, and he loves it. No slow songs in the bunch!

A Must-Have.......2002-08-18

Being a hard rock fan of Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Jimmy Page, etc., I caught a portion of "Texas Twist" at friend's party and asked who the incredible guitarist was. When I was told "Roy Clark", I said "You mean...?". That's right. The same goofy guy I saw on HEE-HAW as a kid. For anyone who appreciates guitar, any guitar, Roy Clark may be the best of time, and of all classifications.

Told you so.......2001-12-02

I told my Freind who is an educated guitar player about seeing Roy Clark on HEE-HAW when I was a child (13). I remembered him as really "cooking" and proved it to him tonite with your helpful snips. He wants it now .

What a flood of memories!.......2001-09-02

I still can't believe that I found this album on CD. My parents bought this album when I was a kid, maybe 10 years old. I ended up confiscating it and wearing the grooves off it. If you love guitar pickin' (Alvin Lee, Steve Morse, Outlaws,...) you'll love this. I saw Roy on an episode of "The Odd Couple" and he just RIPPED UP!! an acoustic guitar with a 2-minute flamenco thrash solo. WOW! The Cd's short (30 min. +/-) but Oh So Sweet! Thank god for CD's. Now I can play it to death all over again. Memories...

AMAZING.......2000-02-12

A little short but unbelievable. I have only listened to Roy Clark on Hee Haw. I found this CD at Yahoo's Broadcast site where you can preview the entire thing for free. I immediately came to Amazon to see if I could buy it! As another review I read explained ... the title says it all, and if Roy Clark were a classical guitarist he might be the best ever. This CD leaves you begging for more, and makes you wish you could have seen these songs played live. Can he really move his fingers that fast? Next I am going to Ticketmaster to see if Roy still tours!

Music Album:

1. The Sun Years
2. The Time Has Come
3. The Walls Came Down
4. This Side of the Moon
5. Tight Rope
6. Transcontinental [Enhanced]
7. Two Sides to Every Woman/Musical Shapes
8. Under the Covers
9. Victim of Life's Circumstances/Genuine Cowhide
10. Vintage Collections

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