Country songwriting legend Bobby Braddock talks about love, life and his new book, Down in Orburndale.
From: Katie Ball
Length: 00:16:24
Country songwriting legend Bobby Braddock has been writing hit songs since the mid-1960s. Braddock decided to turn his hand to writing a memoir about growing up in rural Florida.
He and fellow Floridian Katie Ball discuss life, love and music in this engaging conversation.
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Piece Description
Country songwriting legend Bobby Braddock has been writing hit songs since the mid-1960s. Braddock decided to turn his hand to writing a memoir about growing up in rural Florida. He and fellow Floridian Katie Ball discuss life, love and music in this engaging conversation.
Broadcast History
Aired once in April, 2007 on Orlando station, WMFE 90.7fm.
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