Grammy Nominated Albums Make Great Gifts!

Grammy Nomination for Micheal Martin Murphy

"Buckaroo Blue Grass"

nominated for Best Bluegrass Album

Rural Rhythm Records is very proud to announce Michael Martin Murphey’s GRAMMY® nomination for BEST BLUEGRASS ALBUM, “BUCKAROO BLUE GRASS” released last February. "We are so happy for Murph on his Grammy® Album Nomination! He has worked so hard to get his bluegrass album done right in a way that honors, respects and maintains the integrity of bluegrass music and at the same time presents his classic songs in a new and fresh Buckaroo Blue Grass style. Certainly having some of today's top bluegrass artists performing on the album has helped accomplish Murph's vision for the Buckaroo Blue Grass album,” said Rural Rhythm Records President, Sam Passamano, Jr.

This Billboard™ TOP 50 BLUEGRASS chart album (retail sales) album has received other impressive attention this year including holding the #1 spot on the Roots Music Bluegrass Report (airplay) for three weeks in a row last month. CMT.com recently posted a feature article “Michael Martin Murphey Embraced by Bluegrass”, plus named the album in their Top 10 Independent Releases Worth Checking Out article earlier this year.

“BUCKAROO BLUE GRASS” includes numerous fan favorites including, “Carolina in the Pines,” “Lone Cowboy,” and many more. Another track from the album, “Close to the Land (America’s Heartland),” is now in its fourth year as the theme song for the national hit television show America’s Heartland, and also includes a VIDEO RELEASE. This music video includes images from Paul Mobley’s book, THE AMERICAN FARMER - a recent winner of the Book of the Year Award from the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum.

Murphey was extremely grateful for the nomination and said, “It’s wonderful to be mentioned as a Grammy® nominee in the company of people like Steve Martin who has done so much for the bluegrass genre this year. I am so thankful to the Producer, my son, Ryan Murphey and Patt Flynn who organized the players (Sam Bush, Rob Ickes, Charlie Cushman, Andy Leftwich, Ronnie McCoury, Ryan Murphey, Craig Nelson, Pat Flynn, Tim Stidolph, Clay Riness, Matt Wilkes, David Davidson), Keith Compton (Engineer), and Rhonda Vincent who provided vocals and is also a Grammy® nominee in the same category.”

“I’m very grateful to all of the bluegrass bands that have recorded my songs over the years. I’m so blessed to have the support of my real family including my wife Karen, plus my new adopted family, Rural Rhythm Records that includes all the Passamano family and Penni McDaniel. I’m thankful for my Agent, Mike Drudge who introduced me to the Rural Rhythm family. He keeps us very busy on the road and I appreciate the support from PLA Media as well," he continued.

Murphey's performances were extremely well received during the recent International Bluegrass Music Association’s World of Bluegrass convention held in Nashville. Fans were thrilled when he appeared on stage with #1 bluegrass artist, Carrie Hassler, to perform a duet of “WILDFIRE,” and also “RUNNING GUN” with bluegrass veteran, Audie Blaylock & Redline. Both of these new single releases will appear on “BUCKAROO BLUE GRASS II (Riding Song) set for a February 9, 2010 release.

Many fans have been curious about the spelling of “BLUE GRASS” on the CD instead of “bluegrass” so record label President, Sam Passamano previously explained, "When Murph and I were developing the cover art for ‘BUCKAROO BLUE GRASS’, I mentioned that it would be cool if we used the old school alternative spelling for Blue Grass that can be found on many classic albums by our Bluegrass Legends and many of our Rural Rhythm titles released in the 60's that almost always used this ‘Blue Grass alternative spelling. Murph thought that this would be a nice touch to connect something from the genres past to the present as he delivers his own Bluegrass style to many of the well known and loved, Michael Martin Murphey classic songs.”

Rural Rythm Records

Find Micheal Martin Murphy's Grammy nominated album at Hitching Post Supply. It's a great addition to anyones Bluegrass collection.

Featured Craftsman!

Today we'd like to introduce you to craftsman, Refugio Morales (Reef). Reef is the talented maker of the Hand Turned Wood Pens that we are carrying at Hitching Post Supply. We asked Reef to tell us a little about himself and his work and this is what he had to share...

"Coming from a hard working migrant family, I was exposed to a great deal of woodworking items made by my father. Some of which included hand carved wood spoons, knick-knack shelves, bookcases and more. To this day he still enjoys working with wood when he has the chance. As for myself, my first exposure to woodworking came in the sixth grade when I was tasked with making a stagecoach for history class. Needless to say, at this young age, it was primarily built by my father. The first "real" project I can claim as being built by me was a rustic foot stool in shop class during high school. After a couple smaller projects later, I basically took a hiadus from woodworking until I built my own house several years later.

The hobby became a craft when my wife and I built a new home. I took on the task of building all the cabinetry, which included a kitchen, dry bar, coffee bar, and cabinets in our master suite and upstairs bath. Along with the cabinetry, I also took on the finish work, and to this day I still don't know why they call it finish work, it took me 6 years to "finish".

In the summer of 2006, workforce reduction gave me the opportunity to decide to further develop my woodworking skills. I was introduced to pen turning by a business supply owner and set forth to equip my shop with the neccessary tooling. My previous employment duties consisted of designing precision equipment and the transition to the lower tolerances of the art of woodworking made for some projects taking longer than they should. My wife would shake her head when I would sit at my PC to make a graphic model of a bookcase or shelf, but I believe it's that attention to detail that gives me the satisfaction of finishing a piece of work whether it's a pen or a bookcase. I recently read the following quote on a suppliers website; "Quality is when a customer comes back, not the product" and I intend on making my products with that philosophy in mind."

Refugio Morales Jr.

Check out Refugio's hand turned pens on the Hitching Post Supply website. They make a great gift for that special person on your Christmas list!

Oh What A Night!

Wow!! Corb Lund played the Sunset Tavern in Ballard, Washington, on Sunday night, November 15th and the joint was rocking. He is a great entertainer. The energy was amazing from his band, the Hurtin' Albertans, himself and the audience.

Imagine a cold, wet, miserable night with Seattle big-drop rain and wind. That means it was not just the mist that keeps us wrinkle free and just slightly damp; but the pouring down rain that we natives refer to as "wet rain."

Other bands had been playing and Corb was scheduled at 10:30 pm. With a new CD out I wanted to see him perform and hear some of his new songs as well as old favorites. He came out and did not disappoint his fans - playing for 2 hours and treating us to an "Every Night is Friday Night" attitude.

The crowd was extremely diverse; every size, shape, color and walk of life was represented. There were cowboy hats, fedoras, wool caps, a King Ropes cap, cowboy boots, packers, tennis shoes and flip flops. It was really eye opening for me to see his fans and who they brought. In listening to them talk to Corb after the show, some had followed him down from his previous nights show in Vancouver, B.C. Others were headed to Portland for the next night's show. One thing was certain: this young man has started a loyal and adoring fan base.

Go see him and experience it for yourself. From ages 21 to 70, everyone was singing along, laughing and whooping it up, clapping, dancing and just having FUN. Now as I listen to his CD's it brings a smile to know I have seen Corb Lund and the Hurtin' Albertans turn a miserable cold night into a warm memory. Vickie Mullen

Hitching Post Supply carries several Corb Lund CD's. Head on over to the website and pick up your copies today!

Monday's Music!

9 new titles have been added to the Hitching Post Supply website.

We are now carrying CD's from the late great Chris LeDoux.
Check these out!

20 Originals: The Early Years
20 Greatest Hits
Chris LeDoux and the Saddle Boogie Band
Gold Buckle Dreams
Rodeo Songs Old and New

Also available now:

Willie Nelson - 16 Biggest Hits Vol. 2
Willie Nelson - Me and Paul
Kris Kristofferson - 16 Biggest Hits
Marty Robbins - All Around Cowboy


We have so many more titles for you to choose from in Mootown Music; you are sure to find something for everyone on you gift list!

NEW RELEASE!! Tierra Encantado

The 6th video in the Vaquero Series is now available!

Tierra Encantado-The Enchanted Land

Four hundred years ago, the Spaniards introduced the horse to the American West. El Caballo, as the Spanish called the horse, had a profound effect on this new world. The horse provided transportation for the padres, gave Native Americans mobility. And for the vaqueros, he provided the underpinnings for the ranching culture and the foundation for the American Cowboy.

The descendants of those early settlers still live in New Mexico and many of them still speak the dialect of the Conquistadors. Descendants of those early caballos are still here, too. The foundation the Spaniards laid for ranching is still practiced on the big spreads - the Bell Ranch, Pecos Ranch, and San Cristobal Ranch. It's all part of this great Southwest melting pot where Spanish, Indian, and Anglo come together, each preserving their own traditions, but forging a colorful culture unique to Tierra Encantado - the land of enchantment. Underscored by New Mexico's finest cowboy singers and musicians. Approximately 98 min.

Get your copy today to add to your collection at the Hitching Post Supply website ! And don't for get to check out the other titles in the Vaquero Series.

Tapadero

The Remuda

Holo Holo Paniolo
Houlihan

Los Primeros

FREE SHIPPING!!

From October 20th through October 31st we are offering free shipping anywhere in the USA! So make that Christmas list and head over to Hitching Post Supply to take advantage of this great deal!

Project Spotlight!

The other day we received an email from Joshua Brown of Skye Highland Outfitters. In his email Joshua shared with us this beautiful Scottish Sporn he made using Hitching Post Supply No. 10 Horsehair. He said we could post this picture to show you what he creates with the horse hair. Thanks Joshua, being a fellow Scott, I love this!

Do you have a project your created with Hitching Post Supply horsehair or materials? We would love to see it. Email it to us and we will post it to our blog.

vickie@hitchingpostsupply.com

NEW RELEASE!! Corb Lund's "Losin' Lately Gambler"

Releasing today is Corb Lund's newest album, "Losin' Lately Gambler". He writes and sings about gambling, veterinarians, everyday cowboy life, ranching in Alberta and even explains how hard it is to keep a white shirt clean. It's a great CD! You'll find it under "What's New" on the website. Order your's today!

Welcome Fall!

I know some of you may be sad to say goodbye to summer, but for me fall is my favorite time of the year. Here in the Great Basin fall means cooler weather, shorter days (which mean hubby comes home off the range sooner :) ), weaning and a few brandings. The kids have settled into school and I get to start that time honored tradition of canning.
The cooler weather this season brings has us all throwing on an extra layer or two. That’s why we’re excited to bring you a whole new line of Paisley and Limited Edition Silk scarves-just in time to bundle up; and may I say, start thinking about Christmas presents.
These 100% silk scarves are sure to keep that crisp autumn air off your neck and turn a few heads at the branding trap. (Or maybe you just need a new one to add to your collection). In any case, head on over to the Hitching Post Supply website to check out all the beautiful new patterns and colors that we’ve added just for you!

Here we go!!

Hitching Post supply has decided to start blogging. We are just getting our feet wet so stay tuned for things to come.