Donald's Encyclopedia of Popular Music

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BLUE SKY BOYS

Brothers Bill and Earl Bolick (b 28 Oct. '17 and 16 Dec. '19, Hickory SC) Singers, mandolin (Bill) and guitar. Trad. country act, began on local radio '35 and recording for Victor '36. Popular regulars until '51; refused to add electric guitar to act and left music, but remained influential. Re-formed briefly during '60s revival of trad. music; made album for Capitol '65. Compilation Sunny Side Of Life and live concert from '64 on Rounder.