Clay Rigdon
Clay's number one priority on stage is to entertain his crowd. he has fun, they have fun. his wide variety of songs has something for everyone, whether you are
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Hello Old Friend Hello Old Friend
Hot number from Clay and his Nashville pickers!
I'm Wide Awake I'm Wide Awake
A different Way A different Way
What I Won't Do What I Won't Do
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Born in Jacksonville, Florida, Clay began performing onstage in his Stepfather's band at the age of twelve. With the talent to play a variety of instruments, Clay found that his piano was the most expressive and it became his main forte, second only to his voice.
After several years of touring the East Coast of the United States, as well as abroad, Clay married in Miami, Florida in 1986. Shortly thereafter, he and Debbi moved to Fort Pierce, Florida, and in mid-1990 they celebrated the birth of their daughter, Aly.
Clay co-founded The Bottom Dollar band which established a large fan base, and they were asked to become the House Band at The County Line Saloon in Melbourne, Florida. In 1994, Clay and The Bottom Dollar band earned the distinctive 'Group Of The Year' Award from the Sunshine State Country Music Association. In 1995, Clay Rigdon earned the 'Male Vocalist Of The Year' Award from the same organization, and in 1999, Clay and The Bottom Dollar band were proud to perform as Florida State Finalists in the True Value Jimmy Dean Country Showdown. Nominated for the 1999 OCT (Online Country Talent) AWARDS, they were also featured on RADIOETC.COM as 'Spotlight Artist' in July, 1999.
In 2001, Clay and his family relocated to Nashville, Tennessee and in a short time, Clay has made an indelible impression within the music community for his unique vocal, songwriting, and honky-tonkin', signature country-piano styles. A personal highlight of Clay's recent experiences since coming to Music City USA was jamming with the great Bill Anderson backstage at The Grand Ole Opry.
Over the years, Clay has had the privilege of sharing the stage with some of Country Music's finest, like Joe Diffie, Merle Haggard, The Dixie Chicks, Toby Keith and many, many others. Each encounter, along with his deep Southern roots, has added to the richness and credibility of his sound.
When not performing live in and around Nashville, Clay is often called upon for session work, both for piano and vocal tracks. Clay's recently released self-titled CD is enjoying strong reviews and has interested several Nashville Publishers. Please check www.clayrigdon.com frequently for updates!
Hendersonville, TN
USA
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Clay,
Hugs! Just wanted to stop in and let ya know I've added some new tunes to my SC Music Studio List. If you get the free time, it would mean alot to me to check'em out..
Hope life is treating you kindly..
Until then..take care my music friend..
Randee
IT OBVIOUS THAT YOU HAVE A KEEN BUT UNIQUE ABILITY AS A SINGER/SONGWRITER. WITH THAT I TAKE THIS OPPORTUNITY TO PITCH A SONG IN MY CATOLOG. PLEASE GIVE A LISTEN TO " HOW DO YOU DO IT". YOU HAVE SUCH DYNAMICS IN YOUR VOICE. IT'S AWESOME. IF YOU FIND INTEREST IN THIS SONG PLEASE SEND ME SOME FEEDBACK. THANK YOU. Ben cartica
Hi Clay,
I dropped by to listen!! WOW... your totally awesome.. We need more music. You gave us just enough to want more!!!
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Take care my friend..
Randee :)
clay, loved your rockin country numbers you go girl and hello, old friend. some hot pickin and pluckin, not to mention outstanding vocals on everything here. another hidden talent in the hills of TN.
--stockwrock (nashville)
Clay...
Let me be the first to sign your message board. First off.. Congrats on your sucess! I can see why! Your music is very moving. Find myself dancing in my chair.. I'll be keeping an eye on you!
I see you met Toby Keith.. isn't he a awesome human being. I live down the road from him... Bill Anderson is awesome also. A great legend!! Grew up with his music. Saw him at the Grand ole'Opry.. There was so many artist performing that night. It was finally 2 am.. when Mr. Anderson came on.. I would of waited all night til morning to see that man! Little Jimmy Dickens was right behind him... he was awesome also.
You've got a new fan! I'll be returning..
Wishing you the best in everything you do in life...
Take Care my friend..
Randee
aka/ ~~(:> Mousey
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