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Two Century-Old Country Legends Remembered | Huntsville News
Country music mourns two titans of tradition: Violet Hensley, the “Whittlin’ Fiddler” who mastered her craft for 50+ years and appeared on iconic shows like The Beverly Hillbillies and Captain Kangaroo, and Al Shade, a radio legend whose 70-year show became a national staple and who recorded hits with his wife Jean. Together, their combined age of 207 years made them the oldest active country performers ever — and their enduring artistry, from fiddle mastery to radio storytelling, leaves an indelible mark on the genre’s soul. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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