Six String Hayride

Chris and Jim share their thoughts about the musician they have seen and recorded well over 100 times through the years, Bobby Weir. Bobby Weir 1947-2026, Grateful Dead Co-Founder, Guitarist, Songwriter, Singer, Collaborated with Jerry Garcia, Phil Lesh, Rob Wasserman, Willie Nelson, Wilco, Steve Earle, John Prine, Wynonna Judd, Emmylou Harris, Rambling Jack, Johnnie Johnson, and Bruce Hornsby. Weir helped to create the San Francisco sound of the 1960's, bringing a Western Music influence to the Grateful Dead with his covers of Merle Haggard, Johnny Cash, Kris Kristofferson, and Marty Robbins songs. He creates a unique approach to the guitar, writes some great songs, and becomes the front man for the weirdest band in town. Grab your pink guitars and short short shorts while Chris and Jim talk all things Bob, explain the "More Fun than a Frog in a Glass of Milk" view of life and tell you how to find the best parking lot grilled cheese. Thanks for the ride Bob, it was mighty big fun.

Six String Hayride Episode 64. Our Farewell to Steve Cropper and Year's End for 2025. Chris and Jim discuss Country and Rock Music News from 2025 and offer our respect to the memory of Memphis Music Legend Steve Cropper. Chris offers his own Tequila Sunrise Recipe and Jim notices that Gene Autry enters the hit music charts every Christmas with his great collection of Santa Themed Favorites. We're looking forward to all the usual Hayride Fun in 2026 while introducing a "Is it Commercial Crap OR Musical Classic" series in January. Happy any and all Winter Holidays with Peace, Love, and Music from Chris and Jim at Six String Hayride.

Six String Hayride Episode 63. Third Anniversary Show Trick or Treat. Chris and Jim celebrate the Hayride's Third Anniversary and a little Halloween Music Fun. We finally answer some cards, letters, and emails from Hayride listeners. We finally reveal the Legend of Chris and June Carter's Sausage Cheese Balls in all its cheesy glory. Jim talks about the stuff Chris doesn't, we share some spooky weird covers of George Jones Songs, there's a good Bourbon Cocktail recipe from the John Wayne Cocktail guide, and a few good Halloween music suggestions. Thanks for three years of classic country and beyond, thanks for listening.

Six String Hayride Episode 62. Not For Kids Only. Chris and Jim offer up a plan to get the youngsters into good ole classic country. Gene Autry, Woody Guthrie, and Johnny Cash recorded a lot of songs for kids. Johnny Cash talks dinosaurs and explains how one and one make two. Gene Autry tells the tale of Smokey the Bear, and Woody Guthrie takes us riding in the car car. Shel Silverstein and The Irish Rovers look for The Unicorn. Dwight Yoakam has a Dog. Jerry Garcia takes us to a Teddy Bear Picnic and Bob Weir goes all "Curious George" on us and lets the Monkey drive the Locomotive. Tom T Hall warns us about the Sneaky Snake and Willie Nelson picks up where Kermit the Frog left off looking for the Rainbow Connection. We examine the philosophical outlook of "More Fun Than a Frog in a Glass of Milk" and Chris has a Dirt Cake recipe that also teaches us how to pronounce Cool Whip as nature intended. All this and more on Episode 62 of A Six String Hayride Podcast.

Steve Earle, 2025 New Member of the Grand Ole Opry, Songwriter, Activist, Hell Raiser, and Friend of the Working Folks. Steve Earle burst onto the Music Scene in 1986 with Guitar Town and despite years of personal struggles has produced one of the finest song catalogs in Country Music. Country, Rockabilly, Punk Rock, Bluegrass, Earle has combined many musical styles to become one of the finest voices in music. Chris and Jim discuss why Earle's music is important and why he deserves a good listen. Chris and Jim say goodbye to summer 2025 with some Steve Earle suggested listening and a fine Mac and cheese Recipe from Pepper Belly Pete. https://www.youtube.com/@pepperbellypetehttps://www.patreon.com/u81625843

Six String Hayride Classic Country Podcast, Episode 60, Hayride Summer Grab Bag Episode. What Chris and Jim did on their Summer Vacation. Chris played Chess in Vegas and Wisconsin, he's really good. Jim ran off to Ontario, Canada with a lovely Hayride listener for fine local wines, The Shaw Theater Fest, and Maple Whiskey. The Music World mourned Brian Wilson, Flaco Jiménez, Jeannie Seely, and Ozzy Osbourne. Rosanne Cash announces August and September Tour dates around the Midwest and Eastern States. Dolly Parton celebrates the 30th Anniversary of her Imagination Library, a reading program offering free books to Pre School age Kids. Sam and Dave give offer a Stay in School message for the kiddos. We discuss Congressional funding cuts to America's PBS, the TV home of Sesame Street, Mr. Rodgers, Austin City Limits, and all those cool Ken Burns Documentaries about Country Music. The USA National Guard is given Police Style Duties in our Nation's Capital despite crime being legitimately down a lot according to respectable Government and Journalism Sources. Strange Days Indeed, so Chris offers up a Rum and Watermelon Cocktail and Jim livens up his sweet iced tea with a wee bit of Whiskey. All the usual Hayride Fun. Up next, Labor Day for the Working Folks with The Twangy Troubadour, Steve Earle. Hey, We made it to 60 Episodes!

Six String Hayride Classic Country Podcast, Episode 59, The Steve Cropper Episode. The Son of Missouri farmers falls in love with the Guitar Playing of Chet Atkins and Chuck Berry and becomes a cornerstone of STAX Records in Memphis. Steve Cropper becomes the guitarist, arranger, producer, and songwriter for American Classics like Green Onions, In The Midnight Hour, Knock on Wood, 634-5789, and Sitting On The Dock Of The Bay. Steve Cropper and future Willie Nelson Collaborator, Booker T Jones, help failed Country Fiddle Player, Jim Stewart, and his music savvy sister, Estelle Axton, build Soulsville USA, the Legendary STAX Records in Memphis. Cropper becomes a great guitarist and songwriter, collaborating with Booker T Jones, Otis Redding, Sam and Dave, Wilson Pickett, Alabama, Bob Weir, Levon Helm, Wynonna Judd, Dolly Parton, John Prine, Jeff Beck, Lucinda Williams, Neil Young, and The Blues Brothers. Cropper is a guitarist, producer, and songwriter in demand by the greats in ALL types of Music. He is Country Music's BFF and groovy next door neighbor, someone you have heard a lot and someone you should know. Chris and Jim talk about Cropper's life and work, give a good Memphis Dry Rub Recipe, and much suggested listening from Cropper's amazing body of work in Soul, Country, Rock, and Beyond. Lots of "Rawhide" and "Orange Whips" for everyone and all the usual Hayride Fun.

Six String Hayride Classic Country Podcast, Episode 58 Louisiana Guitar Man, James Burton.James Burton is the guitar behind the classic Ricky Nelson hits, The Elvis Presley TCB Band, The Emmylou Harris "Hot Band" , John Denver's 1980's music, and much more. The man Keith Richards calls, "Master of the Telecaster" , Burton and his pink paisley telecaster are all over country, western, rockabilly, and rock and roll records you have been listening to for years. Working with Ricky Nelson, Emmylou Harris, Elvis Presley, Elvis Costello, Buffalo Springfield, Merle Haggard, Gram Parsons, Michael Nesmith, and Keith Richards, Burton has the talent and the telecaster to bring the perfect guitar parts to anything he plays. Chris and Jim discuss Burton's guitar playing and share a fine recipe for Louisiana Beignets. Join us for Six String Hayride Podcast Episode 58.https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086513555749https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81625843

Six String Hayride Classic Country Podcast, Episode 57. The Ringo Starr Episode. Ringo Starr, Born Richard Starkey in July 1940, is one of the finest and most influential drummers of the last 65 years. Growing up in post war Liverpool as a Gene Autry and Hank Williams fan, Ringo becomes the drummer for The Beatles and they create one of the greatest catalogues in music history. In 1970, Ringo records Beaucoups of Blues with Pete Drake, Scotty Moore, Jerry Reed, Charlie Daniels, and DJ Fontana. In 2025, Ringo releases LOOK UP with T-Bone Burnett, Billy Strings, Molly Tuttle, Larkin Poe, Alison Krauss and gets inducted into the Grand Old Opry. In the years between these two fine albums, Ringo performs and records with Buck Owens, Carl Perkins, Willie Nelson, Billy Preston, and George Harrison. Chris and Jim discuss Ringo's musical influences, drumming style, and love of Country Music. Chris reviews the new album, LOOK UP and offers up a classic Fish and Chips recipe. Jim discusses Ringo's time in the Beatles and his unique drumming style. Join us on the Six String Hayride Podcast for all your musical needs and beyond.

Six String Hayride Classic Country Podcast, Episode 56. Johnny Cash and The Ballad of Ira Hayes. Respect for the Legacy and Memory of Heroic American Military Members who have been recently removed or marginalized by dishonest alterations to the Arlington National Cemetery and Department of Defense Records / Archives. Johnny Cash "Ballad of Ira Hayes", "Drive On" and "Redemption Songs" , John Prine "Sam Stone", and Woody Guthrie "This Land is Your Land." A look at the Military Service of well respected musicians and their use of music to show respect for the legacy of American Veterans. Chris and Jim discuss the recent Whitewashing of American Veterans Legacies , the deliberate dishonest manipulation of history, and the lack of respect currently being shown to American Military Members. Johnny Cash gave respect to the Legacy of Marine Ira Hayes back in 1964, we have a responsibility to follow that example today to speak against the whitewashing of our history. Johnny Cash was ahead of his time with The Ballad of Ira Hayes and now it is our turn to honor Johnny's good advice. Thank You.

Six String Hayride Classic Country Podcast, Episode 54. The Scotty Moore Episode.Chris and Jim discuss Guitar Legend Scotty Moore. Scotty is the guitar force behind the Elvis Sun Records Period and a huge influence on Keith Richards, Jeff Beck, and Jimmy Page. Scotty Moore blends Country, Rockabilly, and Jazz in a way that creates a bridge between the world of Chet Atkins and the Great Rock Guitarists of the 1960's. The Elvis BBQ Sauce recipe and a bourbon laced Sweet Iced Tea included, plus all the usual fun with Chris and Jim.

Six String Hayride Record Review, Johnny Cash American Recordings 3. Solitary ManChris and Jim discuss Johnny Cash American III: Solitary Man , the sixty-sixth studio album by Johnny Cash. It was released on October 17, 2000, by American Recordings. It is the third album in Cash's American series,Between American II: Unchained and American III: Solitary Man, Cash's health declined due to various ailments, and he was even hospitalized for pneumonia. The illness forced him to curtail his touring. This album contained Cash's response to his illness, typified by a version of Tom Petty's "I Won't Back Down". Of course we love this album, tune in and find out why.

Six String Hayride Record Review, Johnny Cash American Recordings 2. Unchained, 1996.Unchained, also known as American II: Unchained is the second album in Johnny Cash's American Recordings series (and his 82nd overall). It was released on November 5, 1996, by American Recordings. Chris and Jim discuss the American 2 , Unchained, Album from Johnny cash with a little help from Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers with producer Rick Rubin.

Six String Hayride Classic Country Podcast, Episode 54. Pay It Forward In 2025Farewell 2024. Chris and Jim tell the story of the Country Songs that we got hooked on as kids and ask the community to help share the music in 2025. Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Gene Autry, Mike Nesmith, and Hank Williams create the sounds that captivate two youngsters in the late 1960's and early 1970's. We take that original thrill of discovering music and commit to spreading the good word through the new year. Chris reminds me of a Willie Nelson show we recorded in 2003, Jim offers up a simple Ginger Irish Whiskey drink, and Chris finally notices that I am an actual ginger. Remember why you love music in the first place and share that vibe with your tribe in 2025. Happy New year. Live Long and Prosper. https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81625843https://www.facebook.com/groups/523422553475291

Six String Hayride Classic Country Podcast, Episode 53, A Happy Hayride Christmas.Gene Autry announces the arrival of Santa and Rudolph. Willie Nelson gives us Pretty Paper and Frosty the Snowman. Take a Sleigh Ride with Dolly Parton, The History of Silent Night, The Elvis Christmas Album, and a visit from The Andrew Sisters. Jim discusses the Gene Autry Christmas songs, Chris comments on Willie Nelson's Christmas collaboration with Booker T Jones, and Santa is Coming Soon. If you are celebrating Jesus Birthday, Santa's Birthday, or loading up on Chinese food and watching Die hard, we have some fun Christmas Tunes for you. Bonus Santa's Cupcake recipe with the late great Gilda Radner and all the usual shenanigans with Chris and Jim. Have a Happy Christmas, A Peaceful New Year, and Always Be Kind. Peace and Donuts from Chris and Jim at Six String Hayride.

American Recordings is the 81st album by musician Johnny Cash. It was released on April 26, 1994. In the early ’90s, Johnny Cash signed with Rick Rubin’s American label and began releasing the American Recordings series of albums. Chris and Jim discuss the American Recordings series first album and the 13 songs performed by Johnny Cash.

Six String Hayride, The Gospel Music Episode. Giving Thanks with Johnny Cash, The Carter Family, Willie Nelson, Eva Cassidy, George Jones, Hank Williams, The Staple Singers, Jeff Beck, Curtis Mayfield, and Alison Krauss, The Stories behind "I'll Fly Away" , "I Saw The Light" and "People Get Ready." The Chicago Gospel Scene with Thomas Dorsey and The Staple Singers. The tradition of Southern Church Music in Bluegrass, Country, and Rock and Roll. Chris shares Uncle Tube Carter's family Cheese Grits Recipe for a Hearty Sunday Morning. All the major religions have some type of musical tradition, so let's listen up and get right before Santa finishes making his list and dispensing his fierce artic justice. Winter needs light, ritual, and celebration to make it more interesting. Christmas, Solstice, Hanukkah, Diwali ,Boxing Day ,Chinese New Year, Kwanzaa ,Las Posadas , St. Lucia Day, Ashura, Saint Nicholas (leave your shoes out), Whichever one is yours, we hope it is filled with a strong sense of Peace, Love, and Family. We don't care what religion you are or aren't, the basic message is always Be Kind and Do No Harm. Join Chris and Jim for a look at Gospel Music on Six String Hayride Classic Country Podcast.https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12BRioFZWNr/

Chris and Jim review the new Dwight Yoakam Album, Brighter Days, released November 15, 2024. Dwight Yoakam’ s New Album, Brighter Days is on Via Records/Thirty Tigers.Brighter Days producer, Dwight Yoakam, mixed by Chris Lord-Alge and Marc DeSisto, engineered by Desisto and mastered by Stephen Marcussen. Musicians on the album include Yoakam (lead and harmony vocals, electric guitar, acoustic guitar), Mitch Marine (drums), Jonathan Clark (bass guitar, upright bass, background vocals, Eugene Edwards (electric guitar, baritone guitar), Brian Whelan (electric guitar, acoustic piano, Hammond organ, Fender Rhodes electric piano, acoustic piano, beat box guitar, keyboard motifs, acoustic guitar, baritone guitar, background vocals), Drew Taubenfeld (pedal steel guitar, Hammon organ, mandolin), Eric Baines (bass guitar), Dalton Yoakam (additional vocals), Post Malone (lead vocals), Jamison Hollister (pedal steel guitar, fiddle), Skip Edwards (acoustic piano, Hammond organ) and Ken Stacey (background vocals).

Six String Hayride Classic Country Podcast, Episode 51, Our Favorite Westerns. Winner of the 2024 OCLU Podcast award for a Music Series. Chris Wainscott and Jim O'Malley discuss their favorite Western Movies, Directors John Ford, Henry Hathaway, and Howard Hawks, Composers Elmer Bernstein and Ennio Morricone. The great films like Tombstone, The Magnificent Seven, The Searchers, Liberty Valance, Butch and Sundance, SHANE, True Grit, Unforgiven, and More. Western TV shows and their influence on Science Fiction TV. A toast to John Wayne and John Ford's collaboration with two new drink recipes and our Western Movie Recommendations. Join Chris and Jim for the Classic Westerns, the Amazing Actors, and the Classic Songs on Six String Hayride Classic Country Podcast. We are your Classic Country Podcast Huckleberry. ‘Over the Mountains Of the Moon, Down the Valley of the Shadow, Ride, boldly ride.’https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81625843