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I'll Go To My Grave Loving Them!

She Said | 03/25/2008

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I'm happy to finally be able to publicly say what I said in the title, and I'm sure every one of their fans shares that sentiment. The story of The Statler Brothers is known world-wide, and has been for many years, and I'm not writing this to try and tell all the reasons why I'm such a big fan. If you ARE a fan, then you already know, and if you aren't a fan, do yourself a favor and spend some time with this book, the music, the videos, and anything they've ever done. Your world will become a happier place, and you might just be reminded that it's still possible to be good, do the right thing, and have God bless you with a remarkable journey on this earth.

As far as the new book goes, I thoroughly enjoyed it, and read through it so quickly that I will probably be reading it again very soon. The stories were wonderful and although I'd like to know more (everything), I'm just happy that Harold and Don shared as much as they did. And the humor... Let's just say that after bursting out laughing while my husband was sleeping nearby, I learned to read with my hand over my mouth. I should have expected that to happen. :-)

I can't remember how many times I've seen The Statler Brothers in concert, but one time was in a really small venue in West Texas, back in the days when they could still hang out with their fans at the end of the concert. When I got to the front of the line of fans, I didn't even have a piece of paper to get their autographs on, so I took off my boot and they all graciously signed it for me. (The great Lew DeWitt's name was on that boot, and after carefully painting over the names with clear nail polish, I kept it for many years.) Then, I timidly asked Harold if I could shake his hand. We shook. :-) Those are just a couple of many great Statler memories for me. The last concert I attended was in Abilene, TX in 2001. I thought they would blow the roof right off that coliseum! Their performance was as strong and powerful as any I had ever seen, and I'm so glad I was able to be there.

Thanks guys, and my heartfelt congratulations for your SO deserved induction into the Country Music Hall Of Fame!

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Statler Brothers Memories

Mary T. Dixon | Sun City, AZ | 05/22/2009

(3 out of 5 stars)

"The books is just fine, but I'm happy to be able to contact someone. I purchased the book through Amazon and I received the book. But much to my surprise Dealzandsalz Co. sent me 3 more books and charged them to my account. They told me to just return the books and they would refund my money. I did return the books, at a cost of $11.30 for postage and didn't hear anything from them. I wrote to them and they said my money had been refunded. It has not. I don't know how Dealzandsalz got involved in this transaction but I feel victimized by them. I realize this might not be the correct channel to go through, but I cannot find a way to contact Amazon on their website. Could you please refer me to proper channels. Thank you. Mary T. Dixon"

Random Memories Statler Brothers CD

P. Morse | Hokie Country, USA | 07/08/2008

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Oh MY Gosh! I actually thought I had ordered the book, Random Memories, but I got the CD. I am so glad now that I have listened to them. It was like having them in my living room telling me their stories. You can feel all their happiness and joy in their life and in thier music. You KNOW they are telling the truth about the world they live and sing in. You also feel their sorrow and pain about things in life that matter most. I love learning about the WHYS behind things....you learn them from Harold and Don. And to me, they are the best Statler Brothers! I loved Lew (who was ill and later died) and hated when he had to leave the Statlers so it was nice to learn many things about him.

This was just as the title states, Random Memories, not an autobiography. These two men have taken notes and kept personal journals over the years. These memories are magnificent!"