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ElGringorio |

Posted by ElGringorio, written by Charlie Poole
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- Play count: 771
Size: 2,799kb, uploaded 3/13/2013 5:48:25 PM
Genre: Old Time / Playing Style: Clawhammer and Old-Time
Now I believe that Charlie Poole (March 22, 1892 - May 21, 1931) wrote this song but I am not absolutely sure of that. That title is ironic as Charlie drank himself to death after learning that he won a contract in Hollywood to play backup music for a film. At least, that is the story that I've heard. What is clear is that clear that Charlie was a fast living and hard drinking fellow. Textile mill worker, semi-pro ballplayer, and hell-raiser supreme, Poole was giant of American roots music with his innovate banjo playing and for heading the North Carolina Ramblers. He is a favorite of mine.
Don Borchelt Says:
Monday, March 18, 2013 @5:54:33 AM
A fine performance, Dean. Everything in moderation.
hartesbanjo Says:
Tuesday, May 7, 2013 @5:05:58 PM
great version
the song was written by jean c chavez, ,a coon song, for broadway.
look it up .
ElGringorio Says:
Tuesday, May 7, 2013 @9:24:13 PM
I'll take your word for it.
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