The Skillet-Lickers – Complete Recorded Works 1926-1934 Vol 5 (1930-1934)

Step back into the golden age of old-time music with Volume 5 of The Skillet Lickers’ complete recorded works. This six-volume set highlights some of the finest and rarest hillbilly and string band recordings of the era. By 1931, just four years after their first recordings, The Skillet Lickers had gained fame not only for their music but also for their comic sketches. These sketches, a unique feature of their repertoire, continued to sell even during the record industry’s slump. This CD opens with two entertaining sketches: “Taking the Census” and “Jeremiah Hopkins’ Store at Sand.” Both proved popular, earning consistent sales when musical recordings struggled. Later that year, the band recorded six memorable breakdowns, including their standout track “Molly Put the Kettle On.” However, declining sales and creative differences eventually led to the breakup of the original lineup. Despite these challenges, the Skillet Lickers name endured. In 1934, Riley Puckett, Gid Tanner, Tanner’s son Gordon, and mandolin player Ted Hawkins revived the group under the same iconic name. This CD includes:

• Classic tracks, like “Molly Put the Kettle On”
• Humorous sketches, beloved by fans
• A detailed, informative booklet with notes by Tony Russell, a bibliography, and complete discographical details

Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to their music, this collection is a must-have for lovers of old-time music and hillbilly histo