American Songwriter

On This Day in 1964, Buck Owens Stepped Into a Hollywood Studio and Recorded His Biggest Crossover Hit—Against His Co-Writer’s Advice

Sixty-one years ago today, Buck Owens stepped into the studio to record a major hit that Harlan Howard begged him not to cut.
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The Bakersfield sound : Buck Owens, Merle Haggard, and California country / with essays by Scott B. Bomar, Randy Poe, and Robert Price ; introduction by Dwight Yoakam

"This publication was created by the staff of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum"--Title page verso. "Published on the occasion of the exhibition The Bakersfield sound : Buck Owens, Merle ...
The Bakersfield Californian

UPDATED: Crystal Palace closes but will still host special events as sales talks, city discussions continue

The foundation that owns Buck Owens’ Crystal Palace announced Monday it has canceled the venue’s regular dinner, dancing and music shows but will reopen for already-scheduled events as it continues ...