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Larry Black

March 1, 1989 OHC31 30 min.
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Guitarist. Born July 16, 1936. Dance hall and radio performer in California. Career most active during the 1950s and 1960s.

Interview Summary

1989 March 1
(1 hour, 30 minutes)
Performer Larry Black talks about important dates and important performances that highlight his career as a country music artist working in California. Discussion includes experiences working with his first band, the Double H Boys; appearing on country music television in California during the 1950s; his band, the West Coast All Stars; comments on the different venues he played; and acting as his own booking agent.