Pure and Simple"

Bobby Bowman · Post by **Bobby Bowman** » 6 Mar 2004 3:59 am

My new CD,"Pure and Simple", is now ready to become the next million seller...

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It's just what the name implies and features 11 songs all on E-9 and done mostly with just the A and B pedals and the E to Eb knee lever. There are a few exceptions to this in a few places, but 95% is done on those three.
I will have the new CD at the Dallas Show. I am also working on rythum tracks and chord sheets and with a little luck, will have those ready for the show too.
Song titles are: "Mansion on the Hill", "Tennessee Waltz", "Steel Guitar Rag", "Amazing Grace", "Making Believe", "What a Friend We have In Jesus", "The Last Letter", "The Old Rugged Cross", "Faded Love" (Patsy Cline version), "Statue of a Fool" and a new instrumental called "Honey B".
Gang, I don't know much about computers and how to do pictures and webpages and such, but maybe with a little help I'll have this done in a short while. In the meantime, contact me by email, phone or regular mail and I'll do my best to take care of you.
Thanks,
BB
Bobby Bowman
19920 Westcliffe Ct.
Cypress, Texas 77433

Phone: 281-856-9453

Email: <bobbybow@swbell.net> or just click on the "send email" above.
I don't know why it won't print my email address,,,I typed it in.
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[This message was edited by Bobby Bowman on 06 March 2004 at 04:01 AM.]

Bobby Bowman · Post by **Bobby Bowman** » 6 Mar 2004 4:37 am

I guess I should add that the CD is $15 plus packageing and postage which should be around 3 to 5 dollars, depending. I'm new at this and hope to be more proficient before too long

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Anyway, I'll be glad to try and answer any questions you may have.
The CD was recoreded stereo with my red "mica" 1970 Push Pull Emmons D-10 with George L stainless strings, a Goodrich MatchBox, an old Williams volume pedal, (a friend had borrowed my Goodrich 120 VP), a Peavey ProFex II, George L cables, a 7/8" chrome Erine Ball Bar, a red Herco thumb pick and two Newman "JB" chromed finger picks, and a few mistakes here and there. I went direct out of the ProFex into two channels in the board. That's about as much as I can think of right now. Whew,,,,that's a lot for a country boy to come up with.

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Thanks again,
BB

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Tommy Minniear · Post by **Tommy Minniear** » 6 Mar 2004 8:43 am

Just got off the phone from talkin' to Bobby.
I'm sending my money today! For those that don't know, Bobby Bowman picks! I had the pleasure of hearing Bobby and Junior Knight do a set together at NTSGA's "Super Duper Jam" this past October: It was what pedal steel guitar is all about. So, my advice would be: Order Yours Today!

P.S. "B-MAN": Remember,...think about me during at least one drink down there in Dallas, where the sun shines and the weathers warm.

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Al Marcus · Post by **Al Marcus** » 6 Mar 2004 1:50 pm

Good Deal , Bobby- Just shows what you can do with 2 pedals and one knee lever, and good bar movement.

"Lean and Mean"..............al

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Susan Alcorn · Post by **Susan Alcorn** » 8 Mar 2004 12:48 pm

I have listened to Bobby Bowman's new CD, and it is really nice. It's good to hear these country standards done with so much taste, finesse, and feeling.

Bobby Bowman · Post by **Bobby Bowman** » 8 Mar 2004 1:49 pm

Tommy, I promise to think about you while "Partaking in a glass of that ice cold Texas tea"

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Al, thank you sir. It was my pleasure to share my simple feelings on a CD disc.
Susan, thank you for the kind words.
I also want to thank those of you who have placed your orders by phone and Email. Heck, I may have to go get another 25 pressed.

BB
aaaggghhh, my spelling>!<

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[This message was edited by Bobby Bowman on 08 March 2004 at 01:51 PM.]

Billy Helms · Post by **Billy Helms** » 9 Mar 2004 12:32 pm

I had the pleasure of getting one of the first CD's from Bobby and let me tell you it is great and done with a lot of finess. Great job Bobby see you in Dallas

Bob Nelson · Post by **Bob Nelson** » 11 Mar 2004 8:18 pm

I got a copy of Bobby Bowman's CD Pure and Simple and believe me It's some of the best steel pickin' I've heard in a long time, it's pure and it's simple but it's great. Every one should get a copy of this CD it's so good.

Tiny Olson · Post by **Tiny Olson** » 13 Mar 2004 1:06 pm

Hey Bobby:

That wouldn't be the Red guitar which used to be Black would it ?? The one with some big idiot's (who let a great pp get loose) name stenciled on the case.?.?

Hope you're well man. Tell Doug Boggs I said hi.

Your buddy,
Tiny Olson

Bobby Bowman · Post by **Bobby Bowman** » 15 Mar 2004 7:45 am

Tiny, yessir, it's the one and same. I love this guitar.
Thank you Bill. Hope y'all had a good time.
Bob, thanks for the kind words and I really enjoyed our visit while you were down this way.
Also, thanks to everyone who has bought or ordered the CD, the backing tracks and/or the chord sheets. I hope it brings you some joy.
BB

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Mike Brinkmeyer · Post by **Mike Brinkmeyer** » 15 Mar 2004 5:01 pm

Bobby,
I don't know if I can add anything to the rave reviews you've received on your new CD "Pure and Simple". All the right words have already been sincerely and accurately used -"soulful", "finesse", "tasteful", "smooth" amongst others. What more can I say? - they all describe this great project of yours. After listening to several great CD's on the way home from Dallas Sunday -yours included, it was quite refreshing to hear your approach to some timeless classics. Your silk touch and style are what we all yearn for as steel players. You did good my brother - I'm proud to call you my friend.

Tom Campbell · Post by **Tom Campbell** » 15 Mar 2004 6:00 pm

Also bought Bobby's CD at the show...actually got to hear some of it before it was released. See, we're kinda spoiled down here, we get to hear Bobby on a fairly regular basis. For the rest of ya, get this CD or you will miss out on a truely fine artist...talent "Pure and (not so) Simple." Congratulations Bobby on the CD and may a dozen more follow!!

Buck Grantham · Post by **Buck Grantham** » 15 Mar 2004 7:35 pm

Congrats on your new CD Bobby. It is real fine and you are a class act. Loved your playing in Dallas. I'm planning on stealing some of them licks so look out.

Russ Rickmann · Post by **Russ Rickmann** » 16 Mar 2004 6:18 am

Great CD Bobby and great song selection…..and what a super job using only 3 pedals! This is “Pure and Simple” country music played by a master. Well done my friend, and I’m proud to have this addition to my collection.

It is my understanding that in the near future you will have a book of tab for this project so that all can “steel” your arrangements, and learn your 3 pedal philosophies. I’m looking forward to that!

I really enjoyed your set at the Dallas show and what
great tone from that Emmons!

Your friend, Russ

Herb Steiner · Post by **Herb Steiner** » 16 Mar 2004 11:00 am

I'm listening to "Pure And Simple" as I type, and all I can say is "pure soulfulness, and simply beautiful."

The only thing I can compare Bobby's playing to that I've listened to lately is Jimmy Day's "Steel And Strings" album for heartfelt expression of melody, the lyrics of the song almost coming out of the speakers.

This is music that steel players of all playing levels should appreciate and enjoy. Congratulations to my brother BB for a fine piece of work.

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john buffington · Post by **john buffington** » 16 Mar 2004 12:34 pm

Bobby -
You're new CD is "AWESOME" very tastefully done, and for those of you who do not have you're copy yet, do not delay, get it soon, you'll be glad you did. By the way, be sure and bring some with you to the OSGA Show in Tulsa, May 28-30, 2004.

John Buffington

Smiley Roberts · Post by **Smiley Roberts** » 16 Mar 2004 3:54 pm

I heard the album,Sat. eve,in Doc Yakes' room,& acquired it Sun. aft. VERY impressive.
I've said this before,& I'll say it again. "B.Bow" is 50% of the reason I attend the Tx. show. You'll not find a more congenial,& funny person,ANYWHERE!!

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Bill Plemmons · Post by **Bill Plemmons** » 16 Mar 2004 7:17 pm

I played Bobby's cd many times driving back to SC from Dallas. This is one of the best productions I've ever heard from anyone and is topped only by his live performance at the show. His touch and tone are awesome. I was privileged to meet and talk with Bobby and discovered he is not only an outstanding musician but also a real gentleman. Bobby, we need to hear more from you.

Fred Shannon · Post by **Fred Shannon** » 17 Mar 2004 3:55 am

Well, Mr. "B", it looks like everyone else has said what I think, so just let me thank you for "doing it good". Else, I heard you at the Jamboree, I bought the CD, I think it's great, and so are you. Build another album and I'll wear it out, just like I'm gonna' do this one. Super Job.

fred

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Bill Stafford · Post by **Bill Stafford** » 17 Mar 2004 4:32 am

Folks, there is no guess work here. Bobby's tone and playing on the Dallas show is indicative of how the pedal steel should be played. Again, his tone was the very best over the entire weekend-bar none. His style tells you who he is and how he feels about his music. Great sounds Bobby. Looking forward to your presence here on the MIssissippi Gulf Coast for our DSSG&MA 3 April session. Hope that can be worked out.
Bring a few million of your CDs too. Really enjoyed seeing and hearing you this past weekend.

Your friend, and fan

Bill Stafford

Smiley Roberts · Post by **Smiley Roberts** » 17 Mar 2004 6:55 pm

Please see my post on Bobby,in "Extended Family".

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bruce fischer · Post by **bruce fischer** » 18 Mar 2004 2:17 pm

bobby, my order for your cd is in the mail, hope you are out of that hospital and feelin' better soon. bruce

Roy Rosetta · Post by **Roy Rosetta** » 19 Mar 2004 8:12 am

What a great CD. Bobby, this project say's volumes about you. I listened to it on the way home from Dallas, was very impressed, I'm listening to it as I write this post. The material is great and is so very soulful and tastefully done, as only you can do it. Super job my friend.
...Roy

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Bobby Bowman · Post by **Bobby Bowman** » 22 Mar 2004 9:54 am

Thanks to everyone for your kind and nice comments,,,it means a lot. Due to the unexpected illness, I'm a couple of days behind on getting the orders out. Please accept my apoligies for the interruption. I promise that no one will be left out there "hanging" and that all of the orders will be filled.
Feel free to contact me by phone/fax (281-856-9453) or email (just click on the "send email" above), through the Forum or any other way you can figure out

, and I'll do my best to be of service.
Thanks and God bless,
BB

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David Parker · Post by **David Parker** » 1 Apr 2004 8:16 pm

Well Folks if you havn't got Bobby's new CD "Pure and Simple" you sure need to get a copy. It is very well played and I was thrilled to hear Bobby play the real sounds of the Country Steel Guitar. Thanks ! Bobby [This message was edited by DAVID PARKER on 01 April 2004 at 08:17 PM.]