john-denver

John Denver became a star with the folk-based songs he composed, the majority of them set in Colorado. Henry John Deutschendorf Jr. was born in Roswell new Mexico, but was enthralled by Colorado. The singer-songwriter eventually settled in Aspen. Denver's anthems of fame about Colorado have been a major influence on many to make the move to Colorado. I don't think there's another performer that embodies Colorado such as John Denver said G. Brown curator of the Colorado Music Hall of Fame. In 2011, Denver was named the first Hall of Fame inductee. Today, he is Colorado's international image. While traveling, I may meet people at the other end of the world. For example someone from New Zealand. And when you tell them you're from Colorado you will get "Oh John Denver!" Brown said. Take Me Home Country Roads was co-written by Bill Danoff - was Denver's first Top 10 single as a solo performer after a brief time in small folk groups. Danoff had originally written the tune using Johnny Cash's songs with a focus on Johnny Cash, however Denver realized from the first time he heard early versions that the song would be a big hit. The song was recorded within a couple of days of performing on stage in Washington D.C. before an crowd that was extremely enthusiastic.