1983 Oak Ridge Boys Portrait Tulsa 10x8 Vintage Original Rare Press Photo
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1983 Oak Ridge Boys Portrait Tulsa 10x8 Vintage Original Rare Press Photo. The photograph features the Oak Ridge Boys, a renowned musical group, posing together outdoors in August 1983. The backdrop gives a warm, natural contrast to their vibrant attire, highlighting their charismatic presence. An original 10x8" vintage press photo from the archives of the Star Tribune Newspaper in Minnpeaolis, Minneapolis. Professionally packaged in a rigid mailer for safe delivery.Photo Overview The photograph features the Oak Ridge Boys, a renowned musical group, posing together outdoors in August 1983. Each member is dressed in distinctive patterned shirts, showcasing their unique and expressive styles during this era. The backdrop gives a warm, natural contrast to their vibrant attire, highlighting their charismatic presence. The caption indicates the association with ABC Dot Records and provides a contact address for The Jim Halsey Co, Inc. in Tulsa, Oklahoma.The Oak Ridge Boys, originally a gospel group, made a successful transition to country music, becoming one of the most celebrated acts in the genre. Known for hits like "Elvira" and "Bobbie Sue," they were pioneers in blending different musical styles and were known for pushing boundaries within gospel circles due to their modern style and integration of a band. Their influence paved the way for contemporary crossover country artists.Text Present The Oak Ridge Boys: They've always been rebels AUG - 1983 IT MAY SEEM a bit unkosher for a gospel vocal group to make its transition to country music by singing a tune about a saloon. But then the Oak Ridge Boys were always known as rebels in gospel circles anyway. “We were controversial,” said Joe Bonsall of the Oaks, who will be performing Thursday at Met Center. “We wore our hair longer and dressed more modern. We also were the first gospel group to hire a band.” ANTIC 6 9?" x 2" Antioch 1st F. Scribbled section in red ink on the left.Condition : Photo from a working archive. May contain notes, marks, labels, clippings, and/or retouching by the staff at the time of publication. May contain issues associated with time, age, and use. Please see images for scans.
