Nashville, Tenn. (November 19, 2017) — Following a lengthy
struggle to regain his health, country music legend Mel Tillis passed away early this morning at the Munroe
Regional Medical Center in Ocala, Florida. Tillis battled intestinal issues
since early 2016 and never fully recovered. The suspected cause of death is
respiratory failure. Tillis was 85.
The Country Music Hall of Famer leaves behind six children (Pam
Tillis, Connie Tillis, Cindy Shorey, Sonny Tillis, Carrie April
Tillis, and Hannah Puryear), six grandchildren, a great grandson, a
sister (Linda Crosby) and brother (Richard Tillis), the mother of five of
his children (Doris Tillis), his longtime partner (Kathy DeMonaco), and
many lifelong friends and fans around the world.
The Tillis family asks for your prayers and will soon release more
information regarding funeral services in Florida and Nashville.
Lonnie Melvin Tillis was born in Tampa, Florida on August 8, 1932. Throughout his 60+ year career, the Grand Ole Opry member recorded more
than 60 albums, had 35 Top Ten singles, six #1 hits ("I Ain't Never" (1972), "Coca-Cola
Cowboy"(1979), "Southern Rains" (1980), "Good
Woman Blues" (1976), "Heart Healer" (1976;
>> Audio) and "I Believe In You"
(1978)).
He was named the Country Music Association's coveted Entertainer of the Year in 1976, and
was elected a member of the Country
Music Hall of Fame.
CMA Nominations:
Song of the Year 1967
All
The Time (Mel Tillis and Wayne Walker)
Vocal Duo of the Year 1975
Mel Tillis and Sherry Bryce
Entertainer of the Year 1976
Vocal Duo of the Year 1976
Mel Tillis and Sherry Bryce
Entertainer of the Year 1978
* CATEGORY WINNER *
Vocal Event of the Year 1999 Old
Dogs (Waylon Jennings, Mel Tillis, Bobby Bare & Jerry Reed) He wrote over 1,000 songs, 600 of which have been
recorded by major artists including Kenny
Rogers ("Ruby, Don't You Take Your Love To Town"), George Strait ("Thoughts Of A
Fool"), and Ricky Skaggs ("Honey,
Open That Door"). Broadcast Music Inc. (BMI) named Tillis Songwriter of the Decade for two
decades. In February of 2012 President Obama awarded Tillis
the National Medal of Arts.
Top 20
Country Albums
LET ME TALK TO YOU (Kapp Records; released January 1968) #17
I AIN'T NEVER (MGM Records; released October 1972) #18
SAWMILL (MGM Records; released Aug 1973) #3
LOVE REVIVAL (MCA Records; released 1976) #14
HEART HEALER (MCA Records; released 1977) #6
LOVE'S TROUBLED WATERS (MCA Records; released 1977) #15
I BELIEVE IN YOU (MCA Records; released 1978) #14
ARE YOU SINCERE MCA Records; released 1979) #17 First published in Country Music People, April 1982:
“I’ve lost a brother. Mel was the
very first person I met when I came to Nashville in the late ‘50s and we’ve
been friends ever since. I’ve lost another fishing buddy and a talented,
talented brother. Without Mel and ‘Detroit City,’ I probably would not have had
a career. Mel’s one of those people you’ve got to love.” - Bobby Bare,
fellow Country Music Hall of Fame member and bandmate of Tillis' in "Old
Dogs" with Jerry Reed and Waylon Jennings. Mel Tillis co-wrote Bare's
smash-hit "Detroit City." "Mel was a special friend,
great artist, and constant inspiration to me—Heaven’s choir just got
sweeter." - Randy Travis, fellow Country Music Hall of
Fame and Grand Ole Opry member
“Hall of Fame entertainer and songwriter — he was all in one, a great
combination. He is one of our biggest heroes.” - Randy Owen of
ALABAMA, fellow Country Music Hall of Fame and Nashville
Songwriter's Hall of Fame member
"Mel Tillis, you will be missed by so many of us you touched over the
years. Rest in peace my friend." - Charlie Daniels,
fellow Country Music Hall of Fame and Grand Ole Opry member
"All I could think of when I heard the news of Mel’s passing was 'one of
the brightest lights in country music went out last night.' He left an amazing
legacy with his songs, but I will always remember his humor more than anything
else. It’s sad to think there will be no more ‘Mel Tillis stories.’ - Jeannie
Seely, fellow Grand Ole Opry member
“It's a sad day in country music but even sadder for the family and those of us
who loved the late, great Mel Tillis. His life was the stage and making people
laugh for years. He was truly one of the kindest men in the business to me. He
was great friends with my dad and my uncle Bill and he's treated me like a
daughter. My heart breaks for the future of the Tillis family while they heal.
It's a hole that will never be filled for them. God bless Mel Tillis and the
Tillis family.” - Lorrie Morgan, fellow Grand Ole Opry member
“Mel was a great entertainer who inspired me so much. I am deeply saddened.
What a great friend he was to me. I just thought the world of him. We will miss
him dearly. His great songs will be with us forever. God Bless his family.” - Moe
Bandy
"I first met Mel when I played with him on Bobby Bare and Friends
in ‘85. He was a true country gentleman, a giant songwriter and an icon."
- Max T. Barnes
"We always loved working with Mel. He was one of the kindest, funniest
persons we were ever around! We still laugh about the stories he would tell,
hanging out after a show - one of the memorable people in our career." - Marlon
Hargis of Exile
"I was honored to be Mel's friend! He took me under his wing a long time
ago and for that I will be forever grateful. The world has lost a truly
talented man. His music and hilarious stories will live on forever. Rest in
peace my friend, I'll see you on the other side.” - Johnny Lee
"Mel Tillis was one of the first people I met in Nashville and he was
always so kind to me. We certainly have lost a giant in our music family."
- Lee Roy Parnell
"We lost a treasure today! Mel Tillis will always be an American original,
he was humble, kind, gracious and funny. His stories were amazing -- thank you,
Mel, for showing me how it’s done. Be as cool off stage as you are on stage.
Rest in Peace my friend." - Tim Rushlow
"Thank you to Mel Tillis for the years of songs, stories and music; what
an amazing legacy." - Paul Bogart
I’m saddened to hear of the passing of my friend, Mel Tillis. Sending my love and prayers to his family and friends. There will never be another Mel Tillis!❤️ #MelTillis#HeavenEveryday@PamTillis
Some of my most cherished memories are the times I spent with Mel Tillis. Many many great memories. From fishing, to just having a beer, to him crashing my concert!
We'll sure miss the Stuttering' Boy. Not only a country music legend but an actor, comedian, and one of the greatest songwriters ever to grace the genre. So long M-M-M-Mel.
Updated Sept 9, 2017 NASHVILLE, Tenn. –The Country Music world mourns the loss of one of its’ most
distinctive song stylists with the passing of Don Williams after a short illness. He was 78.
650 AM
WSMOn-Air Tribute:Don's publicist Kirt Webster and artists Janie Fricke and Silvia share their memories with Devon O’Day.
A native of Floydada, Texas, Williams was born
May 27, 1939. He grew up in Portland, TX, graduating there in 1958. Music had
always been a part of his upbringing, entering – and winning - a talent contest
when he was just three years old. For his efforts, Williams received an alarm
clock. He began playing guitar during his teen-age years, learning the songs
that he heard on the radio during that period. He and his friends played in
local bands around the area, and he wed wife Joy Bucher on April 10, 1960.
To support his family – which would grow to
include two sons, Gary and Timmy – Williams worked at a number of odd jobs, including
oil field work, and also as a bill collector. While living in Corpus Christi in
1964, he formed the folk-styled trio The Pozo Seco Singers with Lofton Cline
and Susan Taylor. They stayed together for seven years, with their biggest hit
being “Time.”
After the group disbanded in 1969, Williams soon
found his way to Nashville. By 1971, he had a songwriting contract with the
publishing company owned by Jack Clement.
The next year would see Williams ink a recording deal with Clement’s JMI
Records. He made his chart debut with “The Shelter of Your Eyes” in 1973,
and was soon hitting the charts time and again with a much more laid-back sound
than a lot of the music coming out of Nashville at the time.
1974 would see Williams top the charts for the
first time with “I Wouldn’t Want To Live If You Didn’t Love Me.” From that point
all the way through 1991, each Williams single would hit the Top-40 on the
Billboard Country charts. His 1970s hits included such chart toppers as “Tulsa
Time,” “She Never Knew Me,” and “It Must Be Love.”
His career grew steadily through label shifts to
ABC / Dot, MCA, Capitol, and finally RCA. Williams also gained a devoted
following overseas in such unlikely spots as England, Ireland, and
New Zealand, and even South Africa and Kenya – where he reached superstar
status.
1976: "I Recall a Gypsy Woman" charted
at #13 on UK Singles Chart.
If there was one star that (the now disgraced) Cockney King of Country/ Wembley International Festival Of Country
Music promoter Mervyn Conn created
it was Don Williams. Taking the credit Conn said: “I was at a party in
Nashville and they were playing this great record,” he recalled. “Of course, no one had heard of Don so I
arranged to handle him exclusively and set up a meeting with ABC records. “At
that time people listened to me because I knew what I was talking about. I told
them they’d have a big star on their hands and they did because You’re My Best
Friend was an instant hit and Don became a huge star. Without me the record
would never have been released so I really kick-started his career.”
Mr.
Williams was named the Male Vocalist of the Year by the Country Music Association in 1978.
Though known for being very low-key and soft spoken, Williams did make two
movie appearances – 1974’s W.W. and The Dixie Dancekings, and 1980’s Smokey and
the Bandit II.
The 1980s saw no slow down in Williams’ recorded
output, with the singer notching his biggest hit with 1981’s “I
Believe In You,” which not only topped the Country charts, but crossed
over to No. 24 on the Hot 100. By this time, he had earned the nickname “The
Gentle Giant” for his trademark mellow sound, and the hits continued to
pile up throughout the rest of the decade - “Stay Young,” “If
Hollywood Don’t Need You,” and “One Good Well” being three of his
biggest of the 1980s. His final top ten came in 1991, with “Lord
Have Mercy On A Country Boy,” a song that Josh Turner – a Williams fan
– would record in 2006.
Especially
for You (June 26, 1981; MCA Records) #5
Listen to
the Radio (March 26, 1982; MCA) #6
Though the changing of the guard at radio slowed
down Williams’ chart success, he continued to perform for sold-out crowds in
America and abroad, playing a final tour in 2006.
However, retirement was not
in the cards for the singer, who returned to the road in 2010 – the same year that
he was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. Williams’ return to the
spotlight also included a pair of albums on Sugar Hill, 2012’s AND SO IT GOES, and 2014’s REFLECTIONS (#1 Official UK Country Album; chart dated March 22, 2014 | 12 Tracks/ Time: 37:14 CD- UK iTunes | Alan Cackett Review4 STARS), which
included contributions from Alison
Krauss, Vince Gill, and Keith Urban. It was a sign of his
enduring appeal that both albums hit the Top-20 on the Billboard Country Albums
charts – his biggest rank there in three decades.
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Don Williams first new album in 8 years AND SO IT GOES made its debut at #99 on
the Top 200 and bowed at No.20 on the country chart (dated July 7, 2012). Released by Sugar Hill Records on June 19th it sold
4,751 copies without any radio support. On Don’s return album, he was joined by some very special friends including
superstars such as Alison Krauss, Keith Urban, Vince Gill and Chris Stapleton.
Also joining Williams was his long-time producer Garth Fundis, who stated,
"We weren't looking to reinvent Don,
just to make a good new Don Williams record."
Although Williams had charted with hits packages
as recently as March, the 2010 Country
Music Hall of Fame inductee hadn't appeared on the list with a set of new
songs since I TURN THE PAGE in late
1998. AND SO IT GOES was Williams'
first since his 2004 album MY HEART TO
YOU and marked his highest rank since CAFÉ
CAROLINA reached No. 13 in 1984.
AND SO IT GOES was Williams' 27th entry on Top
Country Albums, dating to his first, the No. 5-peaking VOLUME ONE, in 1973.
He led the list for two weeks with HARMONY in 1973. Of Williams' 56 titles on
Hot Country Songs between 1972 and 1992, a whopping 45 reached the top 10,
including 17 #1’s.
In 2016, Williams decided that the time was
right for his final performance,
calling it a career after one of the most successful careers in the history of
the Country Music business. "It's time to hang my hat up and enjoy some
quiet time at home. I'm so thankful for my fans, my friends and my family for
their everlasting love and support," the 76-year-old Williams said in a
statement at the time. Last year also saw the final release of Williams’
career, a live CD and DVD recorded in Ireland.
In 2017, the singer was the subject of a tribute
album, Gentle Giants: The Songs of Don
Williams, that included performances of his hits by artists such as Lady
Antebellum and Garth Brooks. It made a debut at No.15 on Country Album Sales selling 1,825 copies. The Country
Music Hall of Famer turned 78 on Saturday May 27, 2017 but it was his
legion of “Gentle Giant” fans around the globe that received a star-packed
present Friday (May 26) with the Slate Creek Records release (Amazon UK -US iTunes - Amazon.com )
In honour of his legendary
career, Williams' longtime producer and friend Garth Fundis produced the
tribute album.
The 11-song tribute features an
impressive lineup of musical innovators including Dierks Bentley, Garth Brooks,
Brandy Clark, Jason Isbell and Amanda Shires, Keb’ Mo’, Alison Krauss, Lady
Antebellum, John Prine featuring Roger Cook, Pistol Annies, Chris Stapleton
featuring Morgane Stapleton and Trisha Yearwood.
To celebrate the release and
Williams’ extraordinary career, the Grand
Ole Opry honoured the music of the legend on Tuesday night’s Opry (May 30,
2017). The evening featured performances by Opry member Krauss, Prine, Isbell
and Shires, all of whom appear on the album, as well as Darius Rucker and Bill
Anderson.
Arrangements
for Mr. Williams funeral are pending. In the UK internet country station UKCountryRadio.com in their 2013 Greatest
Country Hits of all time (voted by listeners | See BLOG) listed Williams at #10 "You're My Best Friend" Don Williams (1975): Written by Wayland Holyfield it was released in April 1975 as the first
single and title track from the album YOU'RE MY BEST FRIEND. The song became
Williams' second No.1 hit on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart in June
21, 1975. It has since become one of Williams' signature songs.
TRIBUTES:
Alan Cackett - Don Williams: First Publishedin Country Music People, September 1979 (Poco-Secos Gave Don First
Success) | EBAY
TRIBUTES:
Alan Cackett - Don Williams: First Published in Country Music People,
September 1979 (Poco-Secos Gave Don First Success)
Amanda Shires Isbell: See you on the
other side, Don Williams. You will be greatly missed.
Big Machine: Our family is mourning the loss of two great
musicians. Our thoughts and prayers are with the loved ones of Troy Gentry and
Don Williams.
Big & Rich: 2 legends lost at once. Troy Gentry and Don
Williams will be missed so much. Praying for their families and may they rest
in peace.
Blake Shelton: Also just hearing about the passing of Don
Williams.. terrible day.
Bryan WhitetweetedHeartbroken 2 hear
of the loss of 1 of my heroes #DonWilliams My music wouldn't be the same w/out
him. Prayers 2 his family #RIPGentleGiant
Charlie Daniels: You left us a lot great
musical memories
Charlie Worsham: What do you do with good ole
boys like me? damn, RIP Don Williams. #thegentlegiant
Charles Esten: Agreed. He had an utterly singular voice and
style. RIP Don Williams. #GentleGiant
Chris Young: And Don
Williams has passed... what a legend... this is truly a sad day for country
music #RIP
CMT: Don Williams has passed away at 78. Our thoughts
& prayers are with his family. More on his life & career.
Clay Walker: We also lost legend Don Williams today...play
"Country Boy" and have cold beverage of choice and raise a glass w me
to Don and Troy..Amen
Easton Corbin: Just heard the news about Don Williams and Troy
Gentry. Country music lost a hero and a friend today. My heart goes out to all.
Gretchen Peters: Don Williams straddled the
line btwn folk and country music; made that place seem like a warm &
welcoming one to singer-songwriters like me…..Absolutely. I still hold it up as
the bar. A four minute memoir. #DonWilliams #GoodOleBoysLikeMe
Gretchen Peters on Facebook: We have lost one of the greats; an absolutely, fundamentally original
singer who had the good sense to record Bob McDill's "Good Ole Boys Like
Me", the smartest country song ever written. He comfortably straddled the
line between folk and country, making it seem like a hospitable place for
singer-songwriters like me. RIP Don Williams.
Jake Owen: Sad day for country music. Troy Gentry and Don
Williams have passed and that makes my heart hurt. Don was my hero and Troy was
my friend
Jason Isbell: What a sad day for country music. Don Williams
was a legend, and for good reason. So many beautiful songs.
Jerrod Niemann: No! Not Don Williams & Troy Gentry. My
thoughts & prayers go out to their families. Thank u for the amazing music
& for inspiring us all.
Josh Turner: I'm speechless. Pray with me for the family of
Don Williams & especially the family of Troy Gentry. It's a heavy day for
country music
Justin Moore: Sad day in country music. Don Williams and
Troy gentry will be missed. In shock. Thoughts and prayers to the family of a
hero and a buddy.
Kenny Rogers: Sending my sincere and heartfelt prayers to
the families & friends of Don Williams and Troy Gentry
Lee Brice: The world changed today. Country music lost
both a Friend and a Hero. Troy Gentry and Don Williams, you both will be dearly
missed..
Matraca Berg: Good Ol Boys Like Me, my favorite country song
of all time
Margo Price: Rest In Peace to the Gentle Giant, Don
Williams. Man knew how to burn that slow groove. May have to work up 'Tulsa
Time' this weekend.
Randy Houser: Sad day in country music. RIP Don Williams and Troy Gentry. Prayers for
your families.
Rodney Atkins: One of the greatest to ever sing a country
song. I can't write a song without thinking about Don Williams songs.
#RIPDonWilliams
Rosanne Cash: Farewell, the great Don Williams. 'Those
Williams boys, they still mean a lot to me/ Hank & Tennessee.' & Don,
too.
Sammy Kershaw: Also sorry to hear about the passing of country
Legend Don Williams. God bless him.
Sheryl Crow: I miss Don Williams already
Travis Tritt: So sad to hear that "Gentle Giant"
Don Williams has died! What an incredible legacy of great music he leaves
behind. May he RIP.
The Oak Ridge Boys: ... we just lost Don
Williams ... Rest Easy Don... you were the best!!!
Ricky Skaggs: I was saddened to hear of Don Williams passing
today.His simple music, gentle voice & beautiful songs will live on
forever. RIP Gentle Giant
Saving Country Music: Extremely saddened and
fighting through pain to report that Don Williams has passed away. So long
Gentle Giant.
Scott Borchetta: One of the greatest Country
singers ever...
WSM: The Country Music world mourns the loss of one
of its’ most distinctive song stylists w/ the passing of Don Williams after a
short illness.
BlueGenes All the greats are dieing!! I loved this man’s
music and always will ❤️ RIP Don Williams! My Grandad made you the soundtrack to my childhood!
Webster PR’s Kirt Webster: “If you ever saw a Don Williams show, you
knew that all he needed was a cup of coffee and an ashtray and he was all set.
As Don didn’t like to do many interviews, I was shocked when his manager Robert Pratt called to tell me that Don
had agreed to a media day at our office. Well, with only one condition: he
needed a cup of coffee and an ashtray. The office might have been cloudy with
the stench of smoke, but Don made every person that came into that office feel
so very special.”
Former Sugar Hill Records exec Cliff O’Sullivan: “Don didn’t like talking about himself even a little bit. Everybody in
the music business that I came in contact with just loved him, from producers
to songwriters to Keith Urban to Alison Krauss, who were on his And So It Goes
album. After the Reflections album, we did an Intimate Evening With Eddie
Stubbs on WSM-AM. Eddie is an incredible host and has an encyclopedic knowledge
of everybody on his show, especially Don. As hard as it is to get Don to talk about
himself, Eddie did a beautiful job. And that was a lot of fun.”
Manager Robert
Pratt: Don had said it was his dream
to play Africa, so I set about arranging it. From the minute he arrived in
Harare, Zimbabwe to the minute he left, he was absolutely in awe. He was given
the Freedom Of The City of Harare. There were thousands of people trying to see
him outside the council office – so many that the city council members brought
their table and chairs outside. They placed them at the top of the steps leading
up to the offices, to accommodate the many thousands in the square, hanging off
trees and out of all the office buildings. When Don was asked to say a few
words, he was so emotional about what he was experiencing, he could hardly
speak. It was a beautiful memory that lived with him right up until he passed.”
Bassist and AFM/Nashville’s Dave Pomeroy: “When I started
playing with Don, I’d had in the back of my mind the idea of an electric
stand-up bass that a hero of mine, Eberhard Weber, played. I couldn’t afford
it, so I went to Don and asked him if he’d loan me the money for half of the
cost. He didn’t bat an eye. I paid him back, but he did that without
hesitation.
“He got our road band a deal with MCA. We made a record which went
nowhere, but we got to make a record – and Don and Garth Fundis produced it. At
that time in particular, no artist would do that for their band. Over the years
I heard a lot of horror stories about the way certain artists treated their
bands. I believe the respect Don treated us with totally pushed me towards this
role I’m in now of wanting to make sure musicians are treated fairly. Everybody
deserves to be treated like Don treated us.”
Don Williams, it was an honor to witness your greatness on our stage. Your music will continue to inspire all of us. Rest easy Gentle Giant. pic.twitter.com/tSBRS13T1p
Glen Campbell April 22, 1936 - August 8, 2017 (aged 81)
Updated: Aug 10, 2017 Scroll down for details of Mr. Campbells
a) UK Chart success b) Archive UK radio
interviews with Willie Morgan (CMR Nashville) and Brian Clough (The American
Connection) c) Background on Glen Campbell
d) Links to Press
Obituaries e) Tributes from the country music community in US (Dolly Parton video, Jimmy Webb Facebook post etc), UK & worldwide.
Country singer Glen
Campbell has died at 81, his publicist confirmed Tuesday (Aug 9, 2017).
Publicist Sandy Brokaw said Campbell died Tuesday morning in
Nashville.
The "Rhinestone Cowboy" singer had been battling Alzheimer's disease.
Campbell was one of the biggest stars of the late 1960s and
1970s. He sold more than 45 million
records, had 12 gold albums and 75 chart hits.
During a half-century as a
performer, the small-town ARKANSAS son of a sharecropper – the seventh son of
12 children – released more than 70
albums; and accumulated 12 RIAA GOLD
albums, four PLATINUM, and one DOUBLE-PLATINUM, placing a total of 80
different songs on either the BILLBOARD Country, Top 40, or Adult Contemporary
charts, nine of them at #1.
He made history in 1967, winning four GRAMMYS -- two each in
Country and Pop -- for “Gentle On My Mind”
and “By The Time I Get To PHOENIX,”
respectively.
ADIÓS is Glen’s
farewell album. It was recorded in 2011-12 at the end of his final world tour.
The album was a true family affair as Glen’s daughter Ashley and sons Cal and
Shannon, all play on the record. Includes a
second disc featuring a compilation Glen's
Greatest Hits. (HMV CD - £5.99)
Official UK
Top 100 Albums Chart(Week Ending 10 August
2017)
Glen Campbell with ADIOS rose 27-13 with estimated sales of 5,200 (7-week estimated
total 62,500)
Official UK
Country Album Top 20(Week Ending 10 August
2017)
Glen Campbell with ADIOS held at #1 (8 weeks; #1 peak)
UK Country
iTunes ChartAugust 6, 2017 10:00
Albums
#2.
Glen Campbell - Adios (#56 overall
UK Albums chart)
Fans react 8 Glen Campbell's albums in UK iTunes Top 10 Country!
Glen Campbell's UK
Charting Singles & Albums
SINGLES
“Wichita
Lineman” (1968) US Hot Country Singles #1 | UK Singles Chart #7
"Galveston"
(1969) US Hot Country Singles #1 | UK Singles Chart #14
"All
I Have to Do Is Dream" (1970; with Bobbie Gentry) US Hot Country Singles
#6 | UK Singles Chart #3
"It's
Only Make Believe" (1970) US Hot Country Singles #3 | UK Singles Chart #4
"Rhinestone
Cowboy" (1975) US Hot Country Singles #1 | UK Singles Chart #4
ALBUMS
Try a Little Kindness (1970; Capitol Records) US Top Country
Albums #4 | UK Album Chart #37
The Glen Campbell Goodtime
Album (1970; Capitol
Records) US Top Country Albums #2 | UK Album Chart #16
Glen Campbell's Greatest
Hits (1971; Capitol) US
Top Country Albums #3 | UK Album Chart #8
*
Rhinestone Cowboy (1975) US Top Country Albums #1 | UK
Album Chart #38
Glen Campbell's Twenty
Golden Greats (1976,
Capitol) UK Album Chart #8 *
Southern Nights (1977; Capitol Records) US Top Country
Albums #1 | UK Album Chart #51
My Hits and Love Songs (1999; EMI) UK Album Chart #38
Meet Glen Campbell (2008; Capitol Records) US Top Country
Albums #27 | UK Album Chart #54
Ghost on the Canvas (2011; Surfdog Records) US Top Country
Albums #6 | UK Album Chart #27
See You There (2013; Surfdog Records) US Top Country
Albums #22 | UK Album Chart #35
Adiós (2017; Big Machine Records) US Top
Country Albums #7 | UK Album Chart #3
*
*
Country legend Glen Campbell scored his first ever UK Top 10 studio album at
the 64th attempt with Adios which debuted at No.3 (21,072 sales; chart week
ending 22 June 2017). Adios was recorded in 2012/3 after his diagnosis, and
following his final tour. It marked Campbell's 15th UK Top 75 album and his third to make the Top 10, following 1971's
GREATEST HITS (No.8) and the 1976
chart-topper 20 GOLDEN GREATS.
Glen Campbell Sales Soaring In
Wake Of Death
Buzzangle Music reported that Glen
Campbell's digital album sales rose 13,665%
Tues (Aug 8) after news of his death at 81 broke - 46% of those sales are from
his "20 Greatest Hits" album, and 24% from the "Greatest
Hits" album.
CAMPBELL song sales rose 6,652% and song streams rose 902%. "Wichita Lineman" was the best-selling song, followed by "Rhinestone Cowboy," "Gentle On My Mind," "By The Time I Get To Phoenix," and
"Galveston."
Top Five streamed songs were "Southern
Nights," "Rhinestone Cowboy,"
"Wichita Lineman," "Gentle On My Mind," and "By The Time I Get To Phoenix."
Chris
Country's Chris Stevens was a guest on BBC Breakfast on Weds (Aug 9) at 8:51,
talking about Glen Campbell's life and music.
Watch
it back on the >> BBC iPlayer
from 2 hours 51
Chris
also paid tribute to Mr Campbell by playing his music throughout the day and
splicing in listeners feedback and memories of the country greats passing.
As
CMR Nashville's ("Europe's #1
Country Music Radio Station") tribute to Glen Campbell they ran an hour special of Glen in conversation with
their own Willie Morgan featuring
many of his big hits.
GLEN
made another successful tour of the UK, promoting his EMI compilation album
"My Hits & Love Songs."
Willie
met up with him, in his dressing room at the Hexagon in Reading, touching
on a) His early days in The Champs b) His lead vocal on the Crickets' hit
"Don't Ever Change" c) His
work with Brian Wilson and The Beach Boys d) Great hits from the pen of Jimmy
Webb. This
was originally recorded in London in 1999
for Ritz 1035 and produced in 1999
by Diamond Media Productions.
It
was broadcast on Weds (Aug 9) at 3 pm with repeats at 11pm and 7am Thursday
(Aug 10).
The
programme "Glen Campbell - The Rhinestone Cowboy" was heard on Wave
105, and as a 1999 Boxing Day special, on Ritz 1035. Listen back here:
American Connection Country Show Tribute:
Following the death of country
Legend Glen Campbell this special edition American Connection Country Show
replays the last interview Glen gave to CMA International award winning
broadcaster Brian Clough (UK) back in
2008. He spoke on the phone from San Francisco recorded ahead on his appearanceat
The Sage in Gateshead taking about his then latest album MEET GLEN CAMPBELL (released 18 Aug 2008 Amazon
UK):
Compass' 30 minute Original
Country Gold with Rowdy Yates special
>> here
Glen Campbell at the BBC – A special programme of his many and memorable
appearances 'At The BBC', including extracts from his very last Radio 2
appearance, a triumphant Friday Night Is Music Night, some classic interviews
and several spontaneous acoustic performances of his greatest hits and
influences >>BBC iPlayer(available until Sept
9).
Radio 2's Country
Playlist Tribute To Glen Campbell: Bob Harris introduces a special tribute to the
late Glen Campbell, featuring his hits, a selection of his session work for the
likes of Frank Sinatra, Elvis and the Beach Boys and a touching song from his
daughter Ashley. >> BBC iPlayer(available until Sept
9).
About Glen Campbell
He was named Male Vocalist Of The Year by both the Country Music Association and the Academy Of Country Music, while winning Entertainer Of The Year from the former in 1968. Campbell was
inducted into the Country Music Hall Of
Fame in 2005.
He co-starred with John
Wayne in the 1969 movie "True
Grit" and had a weekly audience of some 50 million people for the
"Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour" on CBS from 1969 to 1972.
Country Music Hall of Fame member Glen Campbell has
passed away after a long battle with Alzheimers. He was 81. The passing was
confirmed on Campbell's official Facebook and on his website here. His wife
Kim Campbell will soon release a personal statement. The site adds,
"The family appreciates your prayers and respect for their privacy at this
time."
An
Arkansas native, an expert
interpreter of material, Campbell is best known for hits including versions of John Hartford’s “Gentle On My Mind;” Jimmy
Webb’s “By The Time I Get To Phoenix,” “Wichita Lineman,” and “Galveston;”
Larry Weiss’ “Rhinestone Cowboy;” and Allen Toussaint’s “Southern Nights,”
infusing them with his characteristic warmth and honesty.
During his career he won six Grammys, three Grammy Hall of Fame
awards and a Grammy Lifetime Achievement award, nine ACM awards and two CMA
awards, among other honors.
Glen Campbell in 1982, discussing country, being the best piper in Arkansas and winning John Wayne an Oscar. He has died, aged 81 pic.twitter.com/l6CyorywYv
Before his success as a solo artist, Campbell was an in-demand
session musician and member of the famed "Wrecking Crew" of Los
Angeles studio pickers. In the early '60s
he played on recordings by artists including Dean Martin, Nat King Cole, Nancy
Sinatra, Merle Haggard, Elvis Presley and Frank Sinatra. He also played guitar
on the Beach Boys' Pet Sounds album
and was a touring member of the band.
Campbell hosted the TV show The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour from
1969-1972. He helped launch the careers of Anne Murray and Jerry Reed, who were
series regulars, and later, Alan Jackson, who wrote for Campbell's publishing
company in the early '90s. Campbell was inducted into the CMHOF in 2005. In
2013, the documentary Glen
Campbell: I'll Be Me offered a look into his personal life as
he fought Alzheimer's after being
diagnosed with the disease in 2011.
A struggle chronicled in the 2014 film, "I'll Be Me," and
which followed Campbell and his family during a farewell tour. Earlier this Year,
Campbell released "ADIOS,"
his final studio album.
Campbell is survived by his wife Kim Campbell, their three
children Cal, Shannon and Ashley; five children from previous marriages –
Debby, Kelli, Travis, Kane and Dillon; 10 grand- and great-grand-children;
sisters Barbara, Sandra and Jane; and brothers John Wallace “Shorty” and
Gerald. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Glen Campbell Memorial Fund at
BrightFocus Foundation through CareLiving.org.
Alan Cackett.com-Glen Campbell & Diane Solomon First published
in Country Music People, July 1981 (Congress Theatre, Eastbourne, May 21, 1981)
24kmusic.com Keith Urban: Glen Campbell 'Blazed Real Trails'
Billboard- Glen
Campbell mourned by daughter Ashley, Brad Paisley, Blake Shelton & more
EW - Glen Campbell's daughter posts touching tribute:
'I owe him everything' -
Country Music Nation.comGlen Campbell’s Family Helps Him
Say Goodbye In Heart-Tugging Music Video For ‘Adiós’
Express: Glen Campbell dead: Country legend opened up on
Alzheimer’s in heartbreaking final single
Flash Point ArtsAdios, And
Godspeed Glen Campbell: Glen’s legacy and impact on Carl Jackson’s life and the world.
The Guardian - Country singer Glen Campbell dies at 81: The
Oscar-nominated singer-songwriter, who had a prolific 60-year career, died from
Alzheimer’s on Tuesday
The GuardianGlen Campbell: One last love song: In June, Glen
Campbell announced that he had Alzheimer's. As he releases his final album, he
talks about memory loss, drug addiction and telling Elvis he was too fat
Nash Country Daily Country Music Hall of Famer Glen Campbell Has Died
at 81
Nash Country Daily - Glen
Campbell: His Courageous Fight with Alzheimer’s Disease (by Bob Paxman)
Originally published in the June 24,
2013 issue of Country Weekly magazine.
NPR: Glen Campbell, Country Music Legend, Is Dead At
81
NY Times - Glen Campbell, Whose Hit Songs Bridged
Country and Pop, Dies at 81
Rollingstone - Glen Campbell, 'Rhinestone Cowboy' Singer Who
Fused Country and Pop, Dead at 81 -
Wall Street Journal- Glen Campbell (1936-2017): Farewell to the
Rhinestone Cowboy
Tributes from the country music
community pour in following news of the passing of Glen Campbell.
Artists, Friends, Press react to
the passing of Glen Campbell:
Ashley Campbell - Heartbroken. I owe him everything I am, and everything I ever will
be. He will be remembered so well and with so much love.
Aaron Tippin -“Wow, what a great talent lost. He could do it all. There aren't many of them left. There will never be another Glen Campbell and
he will be greatly missed."
Alan Jackson - I owe Glen Campbell my gratitude-he was my first contact in
Nashville. This lead me down the path that brought me to where I am today. #RIP
Anne Murray - RIP my dear old friend Glen Campbell. Music has lost a giant of a man
& a talent. I shall be forever grateful for everything he did for me.
The Band Perry - You were totally, fearlessly authentic. A legend, a pioneer, an
icon. It was our honor to know you and to perform with you. Rest easy, Glen.
Blake Shelton - Extremely sad to hear that Glen Campbell has passed away. My prayers
and thoughts go out to him and his family.
Bill Anderson - "I knew Glen for more than 50 years. We met on the set of a TV
show in Toronto in 1964, and like everybody else in our business, I was a huge
fan. One of my treasured memories is the day Glen and I sat together, just the
two of us and his guitar, and recorded a "Bill Anderson Visits with the
Legends" radio show for XM satellite radio. We laughed, sang and visited
like two neighbors across a picket fence. I'll remember it forever."
Beach Boys Legacy - Glen Campbell was a Beach Boy for a short period of time. When Brian
Wilson had a nervous breakdown in 1964, Glen replaced him on the road.
Glen Campbell was a Beach Boy for a short period of time. When Brian Wilson had a nervous breakdown in 1964, Glen replaced him on the road. pic.twitter.com/uznRj9ZvKS
— Beach Boys Legacy (@beachboyslegacy) 9 August 2017
Beccy Cole -
Sadness today. I don't know that I can pick a favourite Glen Campbell song, so
many brilliant ones. Thank you for the music Mr Campbell x
Bill Clinton - His legacy will be his great talent and how he decided to live with
Alzheimer's."
Billy Dean - "Glen
Campbell brought a sophistication to country music that was the perfect voice
for the melodic Jimmy Webb songs. He was
so musical and charismatic, and he put it all on display with the Glen Campbell
Goodtime Hour, one of my family's favorite shows!"
Bobby Bare (Country
Music Hall of Famer) - “We’re gonna miss Glen. He was a friend of mine for way
over 50 years. He was my neighbor in LA before we both moved to Nashville and
we hung out together a lot - back in the early ‘60s. It's a rough day.”
Brian Wilson - I'm very broken up to hear about my friend Glen Campbell. An
incredible musician and an even better person. I'm at a loss. Love & Mercy.
Brad Paisley - Thank you Glen Campbell for the artistry, grace & class you
brought to country music. You were a shining light in so many ways.
Brad Paisley on Glen Campbell: 'He's
a Mount Rushmore-Type Act for Country' - Billboard.com
Brothers Osborne - Glen Campbell was one of the finest musicians to ever grace country
music. Hell, ALL music for that matter. Thanks for all you've done Glen.
Charles Esten (aka Deacon Claybourne Nashville TV drama actor) - The voice. The
guitar. The songs. The session work. The show... Glen Campbell leaves a huge
musical legacy & a heroically loving family. RIP
Charlie Daniels - Charlie talks about the lifeand
career of the late Glen Campbell - TeamCDB
Charlie Daniels - Thank you Glen Campbell for sharing your talent with us for so many
years. May you rest in peace my friend. You will never be forgotten
Chris Young - Wow... just heard Glen Campbell passed... sad day for music
Clay Walker - Glen Campbell was an incredible musician and singer. We will miss you
Glen...especially in “Galveston"
CMA Country Music - Glen Campbell has forever left a mark on Country Music’s history. Our
hearts go out to his family.
CMT - Glen
Campbell passed away today at age 81. More on his incredible life and career
> http://at.cmt.com/kl9330egtA1
Collin Raye - “My hero... My Friend... Glen Campbell, is gone. My heart is heavy...
A lot of memories...the end to a beautiful era in music. His incredible legacy
is what we have now. Thank you, my friend, for always treating me as an equal,
though clearly I am not. May God comfort your sweet family, and welcome you
into His presence. The Heavenly Band, just got way better. I love you, Glen.
Happy Trails."
Crystal Gayle - We are deeply saddened to hear the passing of @GlenCampbell . Rest
peacefully Glen, you'll be missed. 😇🙏🏻😭❤. @TheCrystalGayle
Darius Rucker - Song of the day....."Gentle On My Mind" by Glen Campbell.
LEGEND!!
Darius Rucker - Glen Campbell... The artist. The songwriter. The musician. The man.
Music will never be the same. Missing the Rhinestone Cowboy already!
Darryl Worley - "My Momma introduced me to the amazing talents of Glen
Campbell. He was one of God’s prices
gifts to us all. It is a sad day."
David Nail - RIP to
my biggest idol. Glen Campbell! You're the finest singer I ever heard. A true
#fighter !
Diane Warren - RIP 1 of my favorite singers Glen Campbell. Glen singing the songs of
Jimmy Webb is songwriting+singing masterclass
Dolly Parton - Glen Campbell was one of the greatest voices of all time. I will
always love you, Glen!
Glen Campbell was one of the greatest voices of all time. I will always love you, Glen! pic.twitter.com/LQFEWA42lF
Duane Allen (The Oak Ridge Boys) - “I think probably, the sweetest time I had with
Glen Campbell is when I would be with him, pitching songs to each other. Glen
Campbell was one of the great song men I’ve ever met in my life. Glen taught me
so much about the importance of finding great songs. When we worked together,
which was many times, like in Branson, when we opened up the Palace Theatre. We
opened it up together. We would wind up on our bus, playing songs until one
night we played so long that he just fell asleep.
Ellen DeGeneres - Country music will never be the same. Sending love to Glen Campbell’s
family.
EXILE - “Rest
In Peace one of our musical heroes, Glen Campbell – a true genius. What a
musical legacy you left us!”
Gene Watson - “What a great loss for Country Music and the world. Glen Campbell was
one of the all-time greats as a singer, musician and entertainer, as well as a
TV host and actor. He did it all and remained a down-home, salt of the earth
man. He was a true gentleman who was always quick to say hello as if he was
your neighbor. He was able to rise above all formats, as he hit the top of the
charts in country and pop/rock virtually side by side. A remarkable feat by a
most remarkable man.”
Grand Ole Opry - Tonight, the Tuesday Night #Opry pays tribute to our friend, the
legendary @GlenCampbell. ❤️🎵 – At Grand
Ole Opry House
Gretchen Peters - Just landed in LA and heard about Glen Campbell. Hard to imagine that
voice silenced.
James Robert Webb - "Our prayers are with the Campbell family who lost Glen after
his long and heart-wrenching battle with Alzheimer's. Quite simply, the world
lost an amazing artist with a golden voice today. He was a true entertainer in
every sense of the word and one of the biggest TV stars in country music
ever."
Janie Fricke - “This is so sad. One of my proudest moments with Glen was when he
borrowed my guitar for a TV Taping in Nashville. He is a respected talent. He was a great
artist…I recently recorded one of his hit songs ‘Try a Little Kindness so I
take a little bit of Glen with me everywhere I go.”
Jason Aldean - Lost another great one today. Thoughts and prayers going out to the
Campbell family. #glencampbell #rhinestonecowboy
Jason Isbell - Saying Glen Campbell "lost his fight with Alzheimer's" is
like saying "John McCain lost the war in Vietnam." That's just not
how it works.
Jeannie Seely - “I did my grieving for Glen when I first heard he was diagnosed with
Alzheimer’s because I knew we had lost the gift of his talent and his
friendship. I’m glad he is not suffering any longer and I hope he is now at peace.”
Jerry Lee Lewis (Rock and Roll Hall of Famer): “Glen was a dear friend to me. One of
the best. Let the Lord be with him to rest his soul and to comfort his family.”
Jimmy Fortune - “I loved him and I am happy he is in a better place. My memories with
Glen go back to my early teens. My dad brought home a Glen Campbell album, and
from that time on I loved Glen Campbell. I was a huge fan. I was always in awe
of him and he was one of the most talented people I have ever known. When I
joined Statler Brothers in the early 80s I got to be on the ‘Glen Campbell
Goodtime Hour’ with Jerry Reed and I could not believe it. He was always so
nice and I admired the man and his talent. I will get to pay a small tribute to
Glen with the song of his ‘Southern Nights,’ which I did on my latest album.
What a loss. His presence will forever be missed.”
Jimmy Osmond - What a loss for all of us such an amazing performer and dear friend.
Adios my friend Glen Campbell see you on the other side
Jim Lauderdale - Thoughts and prayers to the family of Glen Campbell. What an
incredibly talented man. His records and TV show really inspired me as a kid.
Jimmy Webb - "I am full of
grief. I am writing because I think you deserve some sort of message from me
but I am too upset to write very well or at any great length." So
very sad about the passing of dear friend, Glen Campbell. I will have more
words soon on my Facebook page soon.
Dear Friends,
Well, that moment has come that we have known was an inevitable certainty and yet stings like a sudden...
Posted by Jimmy Webb on Tuesday, 8 August 2017
Joe Walsh - Sad
to hear Glen Campbell passed. He was a
GREAT guitar player, and a great person. Rest in peace my friend- Thanks for
all the music.
John Berry -
"Adios to the great Rhinestone Cowboy Glen Campbell, who left us with an
incredibly shining new piece of music that will be enjoyed by generations to
come. Prayers for Kimberly and his
family during this most difficult time.
He will be missed."
John Rich of Big
and Rich - “I grew up loving Glen Campbell and am so sad to see him go. The
greatest all around talent ever in country music.”
Justin Moore - As a musician, a hero. As an Arkansan, a hero. As a human being, a
hero. RIP glen campbell. Wooo pig
Kacey Musgraves - The world lost a little sparkle today. Rest in rhinestoned peace,
Glen Campbell 💎 You
inspired me so much.
Keith Urban -"I
love Glen for so many reasons, but above all, for his humanity."“What a
powerful artistic and personal journey Glen Campbell’s passage has been. As a
role model, singing guitar player he was a big influence on me,” Urban shared
on Facebook Tuesday
night. “His blend of genres created his own sound and style and his ability to
entertain wasn’t limited to the stage. He blazed real trails through film (and
especially television) where his charismatic southern charm and personality fit
perfectly.” Read More:Keith Urban Pays Tribute to 'Role
Model' Glen Campbell
Kenny Rogers - So very sorry to hear this. Glen was such a talented, great guy.
Thankful to have known him
"It's always tragic when you
hear of a friend passing, but he had to be miserable that last few years of his
life. At least he doesn't have to deal with that anymore. We worked together a
lot through the years. In fact, Glen played on almost all First Edition music.
He played a dynamic riff on the guitar that was trend setting. I also shot a
few of his album covers back in the day and, at the time, I never knew people
were paid to do that, but a few weeks later I received a check in the mail that
was unexpected and highly received. I'll never forget that. He was a good
friend and it breaks my heart that he's not here to contribute to music
anymore."
Kelsea Ballerini - In Nashville. John Mayer is paying tribute to Glen Campbell singing
Gentle On My Mind. I'm a musical emotional mess. So tender and beautiful
Lady Antebellum - Glen Campbell is legendary, timeless & will forever have a huge
mark on country music. We send our love and prayers to his family &
friends.
Lee Greenwood - “There's never been a better musician or a greater artist than Glen
Campbell. I admired him and respected his talent.”
Margo Price - RIP Glen Campbell. You will be greatly missed. Feeling for his
beautiful family
Mark Chesnutt - “I'm sad to learn of the passing of one of my heroes and friends,
Glen Campbell. I loved his singing and guitar playing but I really admired him
for his down to earth and friendly personality. I spent only a week working
with him in Branson and he made us all feel like old friends. Rest In Peace old
buddy."
Max T. Barnes (award-winning songwriter) - "I was 5 years old when I learned all
the words to 'By the Time I Get to Pheonix.' Now I am 55 and get senior
discounts on coffee. Glen's voice cuts through the years to the very day I
learned it! I learned his every inflection. Who had more pure talent than Glen
Campbell? Nobody."
Marty Raybon (Shenandoah) -"Glen Campbell, along with Johnny Cash, brought
country music into the homes across America during the late 60s that will never
be matched. He was a versatile
entertainer, session player and loving father.
He will be missed by all that knew him and was touched by his amazing
talent."
Miley Ray Cyrus - Miss you already #GlenCampbell
Montgomery Gentry - Rest in peace Glen Campbell. You touched all of our lives with your
music and you will be greatly missed.
Pam Tillis - "In
some ways my family’s life changed once Dad became a semi regular on the Glen
Campbell show and we were always so grateful for that. I just loved him always,
he crossed genre’s effortlessly and even though he was astonishingly good
looking and talented he came off so real and natural… genius entertainer for
sure. We’ll miss him greatly."
Peter Frampton - Dear Glen Campbell Rest In Peace As well as your incredible musical
abilities you were one of the most down to earth people I have ever known.
Ray Scott -
"Glen Campbell was a generational talent whose multiple gifts transcends
genres while simultaneously defining them. His music also helped define my
childhood. He's a big part of popular music history, and we're all lucky as
hell for that...May he rest well... There will never be another like him."
Ray Stevens - "Glen was a good friend with a great sense of humor. I remember
once being backstage putting on a camel costume to go on and sing 'Ahab the
Arab' and he showed up and said 'Well, it's come to this has it?' It's been a
long goodbye since his diagnosis with Alzheimer's Disease. Glen Campbell will
be greatly missed and long remembered."
Rascal Flatts - We lost a music legend today. Rest in peace, Glen Campbell. Sending
love and prayers to his family.
Ricky Skaggs - "One of the greatest musicians, singers, entertainers, and
beautiful human beings has left this life for the next life where no disease is
allowed to enter, thank God! It takes a
prepared person to go a place, and Glen was prepared. I knew him and loved him so much. My condolences to precious Kim and the
family. Much love and prayers for you
all."
Rosanne Cash - What a loss. A great voice, great guitarist.
Sammy Kershaw - "A huge loss to his family, the fans and also country
music. Used to enjoy watching the Glen
Campbell Goodtime Hour! What a talent! God Bless him."
Sara Evans - I grew up listening to Glen Campbell and his music helped influence
my love of great lyrics and great melodies.
Rest in peace!
Sarah Darling - RIP to the #RhinestoneCowboy. He was such an inspiration & will
live on in our hearts & our headphones. Thoughts & prayers to his
family
Shania Twain - I'm
so sad to hear about Glen Campbell. I play his Christmas album all year round Sheryl Crow - Huge loss in the world of music today. Rest In Peace, Glen Campbell
Steve Lukather - We lost a legend and hero of
mine yesterday. One of the all time greats + a gentle nice man! Glen Campbell RIP ...
Steve Wariner (Grand Old Opry member) -
"God Bless you Glen! When I was young I wanted to sing, play, even
comb my hair like Glen Campbell! The most naturally gifted human I've ever been
around. He was simply amazing, we'll miss you ole pal." -
Steve Martin - RIP, Glen. You were my first employer as a writer. We were all in awe
of your musicality.
T. Graham Brown - "I did many shows with Brother Glen. He was always a sweetheart,
gentleman and good friend. I will greatly miss him. God bless his family."
T.G. Sheppard - “Our Business takes a long time to recover from the loss of a giant
star like Glen Campbell. I’m sure the night sky will for sure be brighter now
that he has ascended home to our heavenly Father. His music inspired not only
me, but many generations.”
Terri Clark - The great Glen Campbell has taken his guitar and iconic voice to the
other side, to play in an Angel band. We will miss you Glen.. #RIP
Tim McGraw -
Songs, songs, songs… Man, in a world of good stuff, his was great, in a world
of great stuff, his was special!
Travis Tritt - So very sorry to hear that Glen Campbell has passed away. It's the
end of an era of tremendous talent. RIP
Zac Brown Band - Glen Campbell was an amazing performer, musician &, more
importantly, a great dude. He will be missed.
UK Tributes
Al Booth - I
produced his radio 2 concert in 2008. He forgot where he was, but never what he
was singing. A beautiful voice Glen Campbell
Baylen Leonard (Radio 2 Country/ Chris Country) Glen Campbell what a legend, what a
light for Country Music. His songs still resonate today & will for
generations.
RIP Rhinstone Cowboy
Bob Harris - Very
sad to say adios to Glen Campbell. 'Wichita Lineman' is one of my favourite
records ever.
Country Music People: Farewell to Glen Campbell, one heck of a guitar
and some of the greatest country crossover records ever #RIPGlenCampbell Country Music Magazine Issue-05 Page 88 Glen Campbell ADIOS Review
Chris Country - We’ve playing a Glen Campbell track every 15 minutes through the breakfast
show this morning, then regularly all day. RIP Glen. Chris Country fans leave
their tributes on Facebook
Grant and Forsyth - Loved Glen Campbell since I was a little girl... He chose amazing
songs...sang from the heart…
Keith Greentree (BBC Radio Norfolk) - Bye, bye Glen. Thanks for the music. R I P. We'll
reflect his life on Rodeo Saturday and The Big Country Show Sunday. BBC local
Radio!
Keep It Country TV - Rest in Peace country legend Glen Campbell.
Thank you for all the great music you brought us
Jeannine Barry - RIP Glenn Campbell. So
special he was. My thoughts go out to his family
Jess and the Bandits - Sad to
hear that Glen Campbell passed. He will be missed but his legacy will live on.
This is for you Mr. Campbell
On 6 April 2015 Jess and the
Bandits released their debut album Here We Go Again to critical acclaim. The
album featured a recording of Glen Campbell's Wichita Lineman >> Spotify, which
had previously been showcased on Sir Terry Wogan's BBC Radio 2 show. After
their performance, Wogan declared 'Well with the greatest respect to Glen
Campbell, that was the most fabulous version I have ever heard. That was
terrific"
Jess and the Bandits - Wichita
Lineman (Live from RAK Studios)
Nash Meets London - Sending our love & thoughts to Ashley Cambell
& her family. RIP Glen Campbell, a legend for the ages.
Twinnie -
Goodnight Rhinestone Cowboy you’ll continue to inspire generations. I feel very
lucky I got to see you live! R.I.P #GlenCampbell #legend
The suspected cause of death is
respiratory failure. Tillis was 85.
