![]() He then joined the band of country musician Jimmy Swan and made regular concert appearances. He also began composing his own material, largely influenced by the music of Ernest Tubb. Locklin performed in nearby states, including regular gigs with bands in Mobile, Alabama. ĭuring the early 1940s, Locklin was dismissed from participating in World War II due to the bus accident in his childhood (which still affected his leg). To make ends meet, he worked odd jobs, including working on a farm and a shipyard. In one instance, he recalled being paid $2 for working a gig at a Florida roadhouse. However, working as a musician amounted to a small income. ![]() To pursue his music full-time, Locklin dropped out of high school. He also won several talent contests and performing at a radio station in Pensacola, Florida. He learned to play the guitar during his recovery and continued pursuing music through his teenage years. "It almost mashed me flatter than a fritter," he recalled. Although he had a fondness for music in his early years, he became more interested following an accident. He was the youngest of four children born to a musically inclined family. Locklin was born and raised in McLellan, Florida. Despite his country success, Locklin never lived in Nashville, choosing to stay in Florida. He later recorded for other labels, including MGM, Plantation and Coldwater. Locklin also recorded a handful of concept albums during this period, which made him among the genre's first artists to release albums centered around a theme. He became a major concert attraction internationally as well, touring overseas in Europe beginning in the 1960s and 70s. He also joined the cast of the Grand Ole Opry and remained a member for nearly 50 years. He had a string of major hits during the late 1950s and early 1960s. In 1955, Locklin signed with RCA Victor Records and under the production of Chet Atkins, he had his biggest success as a country artist. His 1953 single " Let Me Be the One" was his first to top the country chart. He had his first major hit on the Billboard country chart the same year. Locklin was heard singing during one of these gigs, which led to his first recording contract in 1949. In his early adulthood, he formed his own band called the Rocky Mountain Playboys, which played gigs and performed on local radio. He learned to play the guitar during his recovery and began performing locally as well. He developed a fondness for country music following an accident in his childhood. It sold over one million copies, and was awarded a gold disc by the RIAA. Billboard 's 100th anniversary issue listed it as the second most successful country single of the rock and roll era. The latter also went to number eight on the Billboard Hot 100 pop music chart. His biggest hits included " Send Me the Pillow You Dream On" and his signature " Please Help Me, I'm Falling". He had 70 chart singles, including two number one hits on Billboard 's country chart. Processing time is approximately 3-5 business days from date of order.Hank Locklin (born Lawrence Hankins Locklin Febru– March 8, 2009) was an American country music singer-songwriter. The pillow covers are made using a professional fit method and will be slightly smaller (by ~1 inch) than the stated dimensions to ensure a snug fit providing a full volume look. Pillow form can be purchased at retail stores, fabric stores or online sites.Īll pillow covers are handmade and may vary slightly from pictured item. Machine wash cold inside out, air dry or machine dry low/cool. Invisible zipper closure allows for easy removal for washing. ![]() Pillow shown is 14"x14" so proportions will vary based on pillow size. Due to the custom nature of the transfer method, no 2 pillow covers will look exactly the same so your pillow cover will be a one of a kind! Image size is ~8"x10" for pillow covers 16" or less and ~11x11” for pillows 18” and above. Graphic design is applied with heat ink transfer method for a vintage distressed look. This Let It Snow Pillow Cover is the perfect addition to your Farmhouse Holiday décor! Pillow cover is made of soft yet durable 100% cotton canvas in a neutral cream tone or white to match any décor.
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