Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys

The band Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys epitomizes the heartfelt emotion inherent within many US communities. Their simple country music evokes times from the past, but it is as relevant today as it would have have been during those times. Bob Wills himself came from a family of fiddlers and he followed in that family tradition. As he grew up, his fiddling garnered much praise but earned him little money. When he decided to try and make a living from his music, he formed a band which initially played for free. But the audiences at the rodeos where they performed were so touched by the music that it garnered them paying gigs. Adding a touch of swing brought a modern touch to the music, although many of their songs, such as the square dances, appeal to those who enjoy old-fashioned country music. His music reaches a wider audience through recordings and the radio.