Hank Penny

Hank Penny - The King of Hillbilly Bebop

Submitted by Slim on Sun, 15/10/2006 - 15:56.

Big Band Swing on a hillbilly budget

One chilly Saturday May morning last year at Hobart's Salamanca Market, I picked up a 2-CD set called Hank Penny – The King of Hill Billy Bebop. Just got around to having a decent listen to it and it is thigh-slappingly brilliant!

Hank Penny is not as well known as he might’ve or should've been. Born in Birmingham, Alabama, in 1918, his career began around 1935. He had many bands and in-between stints as a radio DJ. His band line-up at various stages included the likes of Merle Travis, Roy Clark, and legendary steel player Speedy West. read more »

Bloodshot Eyes by Hank Penny

5:19 minutes (3.65 MB)
King of Hillbilly Bebop

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— George Bernard Shaw

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Locally owned, Irish Murphys is a great place to catch up with friends or make new ones over some great local wines, beers, and of course the best Guinness in town.

With great local bands, an awesome menu and service that is second to none, at Irish Murphys we aim to make your visit an experience that you’ll want to repeat, time and time again.

30 Aberdeen St
Geelong 3220
Phone (03)5221 4335
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