Memphis Treasures

Tom ‘TK’ Keckler

Not only is Tom Keckler the foremost luthier in the mid-south, he’s also a great friend. Join me as we sit down and talk with a man who has made an amazing impact on guitars, guitarists and music in the Memphis area for more than 45 years.  From Tom Anderson and David Schecter to Mike Ladd and Elvis, Tom has been instrumental in making the Memphis music scene what it is today.  TK’s late 60’s band – The Breakers TK designed custom guitar – played by Pete Townsend and Roger Daltrey – The Who [https://memphistreasures.org/wp-content/uploads/elvis_dove_guitar.jpeg]Tom Keckler designed and built Gibson Dove – Elvis Presley

Cecil Yancy

From the first time you hear Cecil sing a Memphis song, you’ll know he’s got it in his blood. Although not a native Memphian he embodies the Memphis spirit in all he does. From teaching local school children the music that made Memphis and the Mid-south to hosting a gospel radio hour, he’s doing it all while living out his goal of ‘bringing joy to others’! Listen as we walk through his life and listen to his music. Do not miss his version of I Walk The Line! Cecil can be found guiding Memphians and visitors alike on one of his Memphis Mojo Tours [https://www.backbeattours.com/tours/memphis-mojo-tour/]. Listen his radio shows on WVZM.org [https://radio.securenetsystems.net/cwa/WVZM] 100.3 FM

Bill Morris

As I interviewed Bill Morris the phrase “A life well-lived” kept running through my mind. That and where does he keep all of those awards he’s earned over his 90 years of life? Bill Morris and Elvis Presley [http://memphistreasures.org/wp-content/uploads/BillMorris_Elvis.jpg] Bill Morris, past Shelby County Sheriff and Shelby County Mayor is my guest for this wide ranging episode. From his time as part of the Memphis Jaycees, to his ground-breaking plan to protect James Earl Ray for his trial to his time traveling with Elvis, we talk about it all. If you would like to purchase Bill’s book and read more about his incredible life, follow the link below. [https://memphistreasures.org/wp-content/uploads/BillMorris_Book.jpg] Purchase Bill’s Book

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