Gene Dunlap, an 85-year-old veteran performer, shares his incredible career journey and experiences in the music industry. He started playing music at a young age and eventually became Loretta Lynn's piano player and band leader. He also worked with many other legends. As a songwriter, his songs have been recorded by many including Mel Tillis and Lorretta Lynn. They include the number 1 hit "I Believe In You" which he co-wrote with Buddy Cannon. Gene played with many legendary musicians and had the opportunity to perform on shows like The Tonight Show. He retired from the road in 2007 but continues to play music and write songs. The interview takes place at Joelton Hardware and Feed, a unique venue in Nashville.
Gene Dunlap:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xKIkyfKTdcU
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZuZ5W9LijUM
Joelton Hardware Feed & Farmacy
5538 Clarksville Pike
Joelton, TN 37080
Website:
https://www.joeltonhardware.com/
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/joeltonhardware/
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/joeltonhardware/
Yelp:
https://www.yelp.com/biz/joelton-hardware-feed-and-farmacy-joelton
Broken Rules is hosted by John Lanier and produced by Chris Ogle.
www.brokenrulespod.com
07/05/24 • 37 min
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