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Dallas: Lefty Frizzell at the Jim Beck Studio

Where “If You’ve Got the Money” Changed Country Music

In April 1950, Lefty Frizzell walked into Jim Beck's studio at 1101 Ross Avenue in Dallas and recorded the demos that launched his career — and changed country music.

Address 1101 Ross Ave, Dallas, TX 75202

Big Spring: Lefty Frizzell at the Ace of Clubs

The West Texas Honky-Tonk Where Jim Beck Discovered Him

Lefty Frizzell was working the Ace of Clubs in Big Spring, Texas when a Dallas studio owner heard him sing and offered to change his life.

Address Big Spring, TX 79720

Paris: Lefty Frizzell on Radio Station KPLT

Where Lefty Frizzell First Went on the Radio

While living in nearby Greenville, a teenage Lefty Frizzell performed on KPLT radio in Paris, Texas — and met the woman who would become his wife.

Address Paris, TX 75460

Greenville: Lefty Frizzell During the War Years

Where Lefty Found His Voice and His Wife

Lefty Frizzell lived in Greenville, Texas during World War II — performing on local radio, developing his honky-tonk style, and meeting the woman he would marry.

Address Greenville, TX 75401