[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 103 (Thursday, July 22, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1494-E1495]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF COPPER CREEK RECORDS

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                           HON. BOB GOODLATTE

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 22, 2004

  Mr. GOODLATTE. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I 
recognize the 25th Anniversary of Copper Creek Records. Copper Creek 
Records was formed in October of 1978 when recordings were made to 
introduce an up-and-coming bluegrass band known as the Johnson Mountain 
Boys, a group that went on to become festival and concert headliners as 
well as pioneers in the resurgence of traditional forms of bluegrass 
music.
  Early in the label's career, documenting the history of bluegrass and 
old-time music was of paramount importance. The company documented such 
events as live concerts, field recordings, and vintage radio shows by 
legendary artists such as the Stanley Brothers and the Carter Family, 
as well as Reno & Smiley. A number of these releases were cited by the 
Library of Congress for their packaging, content, and historical value.
  Coupled with historic preservation, Copper Creek has been active in 
developing new, up-and-coming talent as well as providing an outlet to 
musically deserving artists who fly just under the ``mainstream 
radar.'' Most recently, the label has been active in licensing vintage

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country, old-time, and bluegrass recordings for the major labels.
  Over the years, the label has released nearly 200 different recorded 
projects. In addition to producing CDs for release on Copper Creek, the 
label has been active in producing historical reissues for other groups 
and labels that have ties to the Commonwealth of Virginia.
  By sharing the history of bluegrass and vintage music and remaining 
active in current musical styles, Copper Creek Records has enriched our 
nation's cultural and historic understanding. Again, congratulations to 
Copper Creek Records on their 25th year.

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