The 1963 compilation "Detroit City" and Other Hits collects some of Bobby Bare's earliest singles for RCA Victor. It captures the artist in the nascent stages of a career that would see him become a major force in country music.
- The title track, "Detroit City," was a Top 10 country hit for Bare in 1963. His early recordings for RCA Victor, including those featured here, often featured material written by Tom T. Hall. The album was released during a period of transition for country music, as Nashville producers began incorporating elements of pop and rock and roll into the genre.
- Detroit City" was a surprise hit, reaching number 7 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart. The song was written by Mel Tillis and Danny Dill. Side A of the record features four songs, and Side B features five songs.
- The album was released on RCA Victor in August 1963. It was recorded in RCA Studio B in Nashville, Tennessee. The producer of this album was Chet Atkins.
Bobby Bare is a country music singer-songwriter from Ohio. He is best known for his prolific career and his association with Chet Atkins and Owen Bradley.
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