Blue Ridge Rangers "Jambalaya (On The Bayou)" Fantasy Records award. The track, written and originally released by Hank Williams, became a hit for Blue Ridge Rangers, the group name that John Fogerty recorded under immediately after leaving Creedence Clearwater Revival. Fogerty reportedly so-named the "group" to disassociate himself with CCR and have a "fresh start," essentially as a solo artist since he is credited as having played all the instruments on the release.
The track appeared on the 1973 self-titled album and, as a single, peaked at #16 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #15 in Canada. It also charted in several other countries. The album was later released under John Fogerty's name as well.
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Item Highlights:
- Fantasy Records "gold" single award
- In Good condition
- Award dates to around 1973
- Presented to radio station
- Provenance letter included
- All original
- Award measures approx. 11" x 14.5"
- Fantastic collector's item for any Blue Ridge Rangers/ John Fogerty fan
- FREE insured shipping to continental U.S.
- International shipping available
Detailed Item Description: This is a Fantasy Records label award that would have been manufactured in 1973 making it about 51 years old. It is presented to KJOY, a radio station in California, and was owned by David Kraham, a DJ and radio music director active in the 70s/80s at the station. A notarized letter of provenance from Kraham is included with this award (see image).
The award is in Good (not VG) condition with all original frame and internal components. It has some typical minor mars on the frame, tarnishing of the record disc, and discoloration on the bottom right of the matte which probably occurred originally due to moisture (see detail image). Considering its' 50+ year age however, this award is still a great, historical display piece.
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