Les Paul was a giant with the guitar, both as a player and as an innovator; back in the late 1980's, I wanted him to have that big hurrah in the spotlight as the Pappy for the Traveling Wilburys.
We're saluting him at Toobworld Central because he was a television star as well, a member of the League of Themselves with his wife Mary Ford. They appeared in five minute segments sponsored by Listerine; two of which are featured below. There's also a 3-part appearance on a variety show as well.
Its a shame we never find out in that clip why Les Paul had the string around his finger.
As Red Skelton would say, "Good night, and may God bless."
BCnU.....
Thursday, August 13, 2009
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He was definitely one of the greats. I don't think most people realise the impact he has on modern music, even going beyond the solid body, electric guitar.
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