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Tuesday, September 27, 2011
The First Mrs. Jones
Porter Wagoner's The First Mrs. Jones is a perfect example of why he established a reputation for an artist who didn't shy away from intense topics. The song, written by Bill Anderson, is the story of a marriage gone bad and the resulting mayhem.
I came to this song by way of "Whisperin' Bill" Anderson. His vocals, to me at least, just have a bit more of an edge, especially those little beads of perspiration that dot her clothes. And I should know, cause I'm Mr. Jones. :-)
Love Porter Wagoner... What Ain't To Be Just Might Happen, Sorrow Comin' Down, Comes and Goes, Be a Little Quieter. Good stuff.
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ReplyDeletePorter Wagoner has a number of different album covers in the running for that title.
ReplyDeleteI came to this song by way of "Whisperin' Bill" Anderson. His vocals, to me at least, just have a bit more of an edge, especially those little beads of perspiration that dot her clothes. And I should know, cause I'm Mr. Jones. :-)
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As much as I love Porter Wagoner, Manfred may just have a point here.
ReplyDeleteAnderson's delivery makes him sound like an ultra-creepy stalker dude who giggles with satanic glee while doing unspeakable things.
Let's not forget the on-the-ground research that has been done to show us what the apartment on this album cover looks like in modern times...
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