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Red Dirt roots finally recorded
Eric Clapton's career would have been quite different if it weren't for the influence of Oklahoma and Oklahomans, says Chris Brownsberger. Walter Bieri / Associated Press
By JENNIFER CHANCELLOR World Scene Writer
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9/20/2009 2:28 AM
Last Modified: 9/20/2009 9:03 AM
In "Another Hot Oklahoma Night," a new history of Oklahoma rock 'n' roll, contributor Chris Brownsberger details the evolution of rock-tinged Red Dirt music, also known as alt-country. He documents the rise of Stillwater stalwarts Cross Canadian Ragweed, Steve Ripley, Red Dirt Rangers, Bob Childers, Randy Crouch and more.
As for the Sooner State's greatest contribution to rock music, well, Brownsberger put things into perspective by referencing Tulsa musician J.J. Cale, whose work has influenced many rock musicians, including Eric Clapton.
"Oklahoma's biggest gift to rock was Eric Clapton. Without the influence of Oklahoma and Oklahomans, 'slow hand's' career would have turned out very different."
By JENNIFER CHANCELLOR World Scene Writer
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Don't overlook either Carl Radle or Jamie Oldaker, who provided the strong rhythm section for Slowhand during the formative years of his solo career in the 1970's. The music industry couldn't figure out what this world renown English "Guitar God" was doing with his band of Tulsa troubadours. Just building a legend, that's all.
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Don't overlook either Carl Radle or Jamie Oldaker, who provided the strong rhythm section for Slowhand during the formative years of his solo career in the 1970's. The music industry couldn't figure out what this world renown English "Guitar God" was doing with his band of Tulsa troubadours. Just building a legend, that's all.
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