Name: The Absolutely Essential Collection
Brand: The Louvin Brothers

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

BT3142

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2017-02-24

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Signed copies: No

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Standard:20

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0805520131421

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3 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

The Louvin Brothers

Genre GB

Country / Americana

Label GB

Big 3

An American country vocal/harmony duet, consisting of brothers Ira and Charlie Loudermilk. Their professional career began after winning a talent contest by singing "There's a Hole in the Bottom of the Sea." They were signed by Capitol Records after brief stints on Apollo, Decca, and MGM. Initially focused on gospel music, they transitioned to country with their 1955 release of "When I Stop Dreaming." However, their journey came to an end in 1963 due to Ira's volatile temper. Following the breakup, Charlie embarked on a successful solo career while tragedy struck when Ira was killed in a car wreck in Jefferson City, Missouri on June 20, 1965. Posthumously released songs from his solo album showcased his immense talent.
The Louvin Brothers received well-deserved recognition for their contributions to music. In 1991, they were inducted into the Alabama Music Hall of Fame and later honored with induction into the prestigious Country Music Hall of Fame in 2001.
Similar artists who share the harmonious spirit and genre include Charlie Louvin, Jimmie Rodgers, The Delmore Brothers, Roy Acuff, Webb Pierce, Red Foley, The Carter Family, Kitty Wells,

The Louvin Brothers were an important building block in the Alternative Country music movement and their influence can be felt in the work of some of modern music's most vital artists such as Johnny Cash, The Everly Brothers, Gram Parsons, Jack White, Beck, and many, many more. 60 of their most famous and influential tracks are included here.

The Absolutely Essential Collection

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