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Little known piece of lore... 'bout Coyotes 'n the Good, the Bad and the Ugly' theme.

In the beginning of the movie... you'll hear a yip-yip yip... and then the theme music begins. 'Ayayaya yaaa..." pretty much describes it.  Sergio Leone (sp?) did a musical interpretation of a coyote…Continue

Started Oct 18, 2010

"Sonora Rebel' CD
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'Lotta folks have said I shourd write a book.  Books don't sell. So... I finally figured it out 'n cut a CD.I was gonna post a photo... but some kind'a 'malware' (from here) shut my 'puter down when…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by George D Rodriguez Jan 30, 2011.

 

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George D Rodriguez replied to Reb's discussion "Sonora Rebel' CD
"Hey Reb George here.  I want one, how do I paypal ya the federal green stamps for one.  Let me know and I'll giterdone. "
Jan 30, 2011
Richard A. Morro replied to Reb's discussion "Sonora Rebel' CD
"Well yeah old skutter; I see where you turned out a DVD. So is it still available, Now then tell me this I hope you don't have a New Your Brogue about yeah; It sure wouldn't sound quite correct if that were the case! I being also a turned…"
Jan 30, 2011
Carolyn A.S. Holmes commented on Reb's blog post Cowboy Poet Gathering, Van Horne, Texas Feb 3-6 2011
"Annie Golightly has to be one of my favorite poets and songwritter. We went upstairs above the White Elephant Sallon in Ft. Worth, Texas to hear her one night. As the crowd seated themselves Annie began her stories followed by a song. Someone lit up…"
Jan 21, 2011
Eric James commented on Reb's blog post Cowboy Poet Gathering, Van Horne, Texas Feb 3-6 2011
"How come cowboy poets never have the appearance of traditional poets? Your average poet, more often than not, appears unkempt, wears old worn clothes, and smells in need of a bath. Exactly what you'd expect of cowboy poets. However, cowboy…"
Jan 7, 2011
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Cowboy Poet Gathering, Van Horne, Texas Feb 3-6 2011

http://www.texascrossroadscowboypoetry.org/  Expecting uupwards of 23 poets/performers... all comin' on our own nickle for this event... 'n maybe sell some C-D's to offset expenses. This'll be my 2nd go-'round there 'n it's a pretty good time... especially in the El Capitan hotel 'jam sessions' afterward. RebSee More
Jan 7, 2011
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Little known piece of lore... 'bout Coyotes 'n the Good, the Bad and the Ugly' theme.

In the beginning of the movie... you'll hear a yip-yip yip... and then the theme music begins. 'Ayayaya yaaa..." pretty much describes it.  Sergio Leone (sp?) did a musical interpretation of a coyote howl.  They don't really howl... they yap.  This goes on for about 15-20 seconds when the pack does a meet 'n greet.  (I hear this about 3-4 times a day very close-by) Got this bit of lore from a Hollywood wrangler/extra who appeared in several movies (I saw the stills)  'Met him in Tombsone. …See More
Oct 18, 2010
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Cowboy Poets and Western Music

For Western music and poetry performers and those who enjoy the experience.
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Fans of Baxter Black and the Cowboy Poets

Baxter Black, described by the New York Times as '…probably the nation's most successful living poet,"…thinks it's an exaggeration.
Jun 19, 2010
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Into the thorns

"You and me both pard!!!!!"
Jun 2, 2010
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Jun 1, 2010
Carbine replied to Reb's discussion "Sonora Rebel' CD
"Reb; I've read some of your poems in black and white a time or two.Now hearing your spoken verse well...you bring the Old West alive for all to enjoy. In each track you tell a great story spiced with Historical fact and paint a vivid picture…"
Feb 27, 2010
Carbine replied to Reb's discussion "Sonora Rebel' CD
"Reb; My check will be in the mail headed your way coming this Monday. Save a copy for me. Looking forward to hearing it. I'm wondering how a 20 year Navy Vet ended up retiring in the Sonoran Desert. You had to drag that anchor pretty far from…"
Feb 20, 2010
Bob Boze Bell commented on Reb's blog post Ridin' The Internet Range
"Reb, yes the Ning people have added some new type options which I'm not fond of. Quite irritating. But, I have to say, although I found your witty poem fun, this was a tad more than I wanted to know: While I wax philosophic ‘Still in my…"
Feb 10, 2010
R.M.Cole commented on Reb's blog post Ridin' The Internet Range
"Yay, Reb's back! I missed your presence on this Forum/Community the last couple of months! Good to see you back on here!"
Feb 10, 2010
john r. larkin/cowboy johnny commented on Reb's blog post Cowboy Attitude
"i love seeing that flag every time i do"
Feb 10, 2010
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"Sonora Rebel' CD

'Lotta folks have said I shourd write a book.  Books don't sell. So... I finally figured it out 'n cut a CD.I was gonna post a photo... but some kind'a 'malware' (from here) shut my 'puter down when i attempted that... so no photo. Ennyhoo... 'got excellent reviews during my first 'live' gig in Van Horn, TX (Feb 5-7 '10) 'n sold a few there.  That makes me a 'cowboy poet'  for real. I can't afford to give 'em away... 'n being the shameless capitalist that I am... I'm sellin' 'em for $16.00 ea…See More
Feb 10, 2010

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Retired USN (Aviation Ordnance) Cowboy poet
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http://sonorarebel.com
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History, Firearms, Hot Rods, Annoyin' Liberals... Writin' poetry... Watchin' the wild critters... The desert... Ridin' in the desert.

Gettin' into an 1880's period rig 'n watchin' the tourists watchin' grown rough lookin' fully armed men gathering openly to discuss late 19th century clothing and customs.
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Cowboy Poet Gathering, Van Horne, Texas Feb 3-6 2011

http://www.texascrossroadscowboypoetry.org/  Expecting uupwards of 23 poets/performers... all comin' on our own nickle for this event... 'n maybe sell some C-D's to offset expenses. This'll be my 2nd go-'round there 'n it's a pretty good time... especially in the El Capitan hotel 'jam sessions' afterward.

 

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Posted on January 7, 2011 at 9:20am — 2 Comments

Cowboy Attitude



Cowboy Attitude

I wasn’t raised on a ranch or a farm

A fact that may give some a pause or alarm

But I know my way ‘round a stable or barn

I’ve lived…

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Posted on February 10, 2010 at 9:00am — 3 Comments

Baxter Black



Baxter Black

Everybody tells me

I should check out Baxter Black

He’s s’posed to be the best there is

So, I reckon I’m a hack…

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Posted on February 10, 2010 at 7:30am — 3 Comments

Ridin' The Internet Range



Ridin’ the Internet Range

Each day I awake…

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Posted on February 9, 2010 at 10:30pm — 7 Comments

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