Clyde Julian Foley (June 17, 1910 - September 19, 1968), better known as Red Foley, was an American singer and musician who made a major contribution to the growth of country music after World War II.
For more than two decades, Red Foley was one of the biggest stars of the genre, selling more than 25 million records. His 1951 hit, "Peace in the Valley," was the first million-selling gospel record. A Grand Ole Opry veteran, he also hosted the first popular country music series on network television, Ozark Jubilee.
He is a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame, which called him "one of the most versatile and moving performers of all time" and "a giant influence during the formative years of contemporary Country music."
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RSLindsay 4 weeks ago
My young sister and I had this tune on a 45 rpm children's record. Our version was not this one. Yes, we had the tap dancing. No on the snorting and screeching. (That would have been too much realism for impressionable youngsters living in suburbia.) I think the flip side of this record was "Little Red Caboose," another wonderfully nutty tune.
rr7firefly 1 month ago
I'm 69....on Sat mornings we would listen to Big John and Sparky. This song was popular on that show. No television in Mobile, Ala then....just radio.
GeneinFairhope 6 months ago
I'm trying to remember if this was when I was a little kid (now 72) listening to the radio or when my kids were little. Anyway, I love it !!
oldtractorguy30152 7 months ago
what a fine song! :) love it!
Osugimusical 8 months ago 2