The Spanish Castle, just outside of Seattle, Wa.

The famed " Spanish Castle" just outside of Seattle , Washington...photo from historylink.org.....A dance and music club of the past....

History: Evergreen Ballroom in Olympia, Washington..photo

This was a fabulous place to see great entertainment from 1932-2000. It was called the "Evergreen Ballroom"....in Olympia, Washington. A partial list of entertainers who appeared there regularly , Roy Acuff, BB King, Bobby Bare, Guy Lombardo, Faron Young, The Coasters, Glen Campbell, Wanda Jackson, Hank Williams and local singer Bonnie Guitar. On friday and saturday nights it was the place to be. Good food and drink, good music and dancing. A meet and greet place for all ages....yes, it was part of the good old days of the music scene in the Pacific Northwest. A truly amazing part of music history. Good times.

"Gold Mine in the Sky" classic country song...

"Goldmine in the Sky" is a golden country classic, written by Nick and Charles Kenny many, many years ago. It has been recorded by Gene Autry, Pat Boone, Kari Scott, Sons of the Pioneers, Kate Smith and it still popular for its melody and familiar words. You can find it still for sale on iTunes...my favorite phrase from the song is: " We will find it, you and I, some sweet day." Love to sing along with this great classic.... Enjoy this day and always with music.....

Classic Country, Yodeler and Singer, Rod Erickson

Rod Erickson has been a classic performer on the northwest scene of music for many years. He still sings and yodels with great enthusiasm and skill.... He is also a songwriter, country and gospel singer, entertainer and recording artist. He has the golden voice of a great yodeler! You can check out his website @ www.roderickson.com Truly a great Yodeler!

Northwest Country music in the movie.."Quiet Shoes"

Three songs featured in"Quiet Shoes" the movie, premiered at the Historic Rialto theater in Tacoma, Washington. "Meet Me in Ponderay", " Yes, I'm just Looking" and " Have you ever Been Lonely". By singer, songwriter Kari Scott and musician Harvey Thomas. A lifetime of music...will live on forever in this wonderful film by local director Issac Olsen.... Good film, Good country music! Hear more @ www.kariscottmusic.com

"Meet Me in Ponderay" by Kari Scott and Harvey Thomas

The country classic song, "Meet Me In Ponderay" written and performed by Northwest singer, songwriter Kari Scott and musician Harvey Thomas. He also was the owner of the world class "Thomas Guitars". They both believed that any country song should speak to the listener in a personal way. Reflecting life experiences and journeys in songs that transmit spirituality, emotion and will live on forever. Their signature classic country style can be listened to at www.kariscottmusic.com, iTunes and cdbaby.com. Always enjoy the music....

Country music heals the soul....

Country music is music from the heart...listen to the words, they are basic and clear. They will heal your soul if you let them...Country music is classic then and now...enjoy the music....