The 1960 single "Alabam" showcases Cowboy Copas's signature blend of country and gospel, capturing a moment of transition in his career.
- "Alabam" was released in June 1960 on the Music Manager label.
- The single featured a country-gospel sound that was characteristic of Copas's later work.
- This release came as Copas was transitioning into gospel music, foreshadowing his 1961 album 'Gospel + Country = Amazing Grace'.
Patrick "Cowboy" Copas was an American country music singer, active from the 1940s until his death in 1963. He was a pioneer of the honky-tonk sound and a member of the Grand Ole Opry. In 1960, Copas was at the height of his popularity, having achieved his biggest hits in the preceding years.
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