Hank Thompson was one of the greatest Honky Tonk singers in Country history and perhaps the most popular Western swing musician of the 50s and 60s. This is the first ever 2CD set to feature four of his original LPs: 'Dance Ranch', 'Song Rounders', 'This Broken Heart Of Mine' and the first live Country album that was released 'At The Golden Nugget' all lovingly re-mastered. Reportedly Hank was the inspiration for Jeff Bridges character in the Oscar winning movie 'Crazy Heart' so when dealing with Hank Thompson you are truly in the company of a genuine star.
J**.
Hank Thompson
Love his songs
P**U
The start of a long career
The audio quality of this set is quite good. No clicks, pops or scratches. The only defect is an almost silent hiss behind some of the tracks.Hank Thompson's voice is somewhat like that of Hank Snow, both having a long career in country music. Even though the voices are somewhat similar, I think Hank Thompson is a bit more mellow. The instrumental accompaniment for Hank Thompson is livelier and better acoustically than that of Hank Snow. The country swing backing adds more life than does the more traditional backing used by Hank Snow.Highly recommended for those who like either Hank Snow, Hank Thompson or old style country music in general.
S**E
Hank Thompson, a legend in his time, and still, take it from Sunshine!!!!!!!
Hank Thompson had a unique voice, and was an exceptional song writer.Grew up with his music, and especially liked his nursery rhyme songs.His music is real country western music, and so unique, especiallycompared to the overproduced, syrupy, country music on the chartstoday. When hearing Hank Thompson, you know his voice, and hisstyle. Today's music is hardly distinguishable between the singers,and monotonous because it all is produced the same, making itsound the same. thank goodness we have some really good musicto listen to that is so much better than today's.
C**R
Back in the saddle!
I was raised on Western Swingand then I went country! Liked it for seven years, now I am back to swing!
M**N
This is the other Hank you should know about!
This 2 c.d. set is a real winner. I never knew anything about Hank Thompson, except something I read made me want to get something of his, and this is the one. It was cheap and arrived on time. What more do you want from a seller????
P**S
Timeless Memories
I was so happy to find this double cd. My brother in law is the drummer. The 2nd cd is "Live From The Golden Nugget",they were the first country western band to play in Las Vegas. Hank Thompson's music is still being played today by young country music singers. I can close my eyes and see my brother in law playing.
T**R
Disappointed --
It is OK, but somewhat of a disappointment.
G**O
All OK
No problems, no further comment
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