Fiddlin John Carson, Henry Whitter, Exclusive Artists,Okeh Records Advert 1924 Art Print| Posters
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Talking Machine World originally published this high-quality vintage reproduction of the 1924 OKeh Records Advert – Carson & Whitter. The advertisement proudly promotes two pioneers of early country music, Fiddlin’ John Carson and Henry Whitter, stating that OKeh Records “discovered these two mountaineers.” It also highlights the growing popularity of Hill Country Music, claiming that the “craze” spread to thousands of communities.
Fiddlin’ John Carson: A Georgia Fiddler Who Made History
Fiddlin’ John Carson rose to fame after succeeding in Georgia’s fiddling contests, where he defeated a former Tennessee governor. In 1923, Polk C. Brockman persuaded Ralph Peer of OKeh Records to record Carson, leading to the release of “Little Old Log Cabin in the Lane.” This song became a massive hit and helped popularize country music, as highlighted in the advertHenry Whitter’s Role in Early Country Music
Henry Whitter, a millworker from Fries, Virginia, was one of the first country musicians to be commercially recorded. His 1923 rendition of “The Wreck of the Southern Old 97” laid the foundation for Vernon Dalhart’s famous version, which became a major hit. The 1924 OKeh Records Advert – Carson & Whitter captures Whitter’s influence on early country music. Known for his ability to play harmonica and guitar simultaneously, Whitter became a distinctive figure in the hillbilly music genre.Available Formats
This 1924 OKeh Records Advert – Carson & Whitter is available in the following formats:- A3 Poster
- A3 Fine Art Print
- Mounted Fine Art Print (11 x 14 inches)
- A5 Lined Notepad
