Picture of the day - July 6, 2007

Lightnin' Charlie and Beth at the Pickin' Porch

Lightnin' Charlie Dolinger is a veritable icon here in the Mountain Empire. You'll find him picking his guitar and belting out tunes that run the gamut from the Everly Brothers and Elvis to Marty Robbins and Little Richard at venues large and small across the region and in parts far and wide. Everyone who has the opportunity to see and hear Lightnin' perform is astounded by his talent and showmanship - this man really knows how to entertain a crowd! Charlie was the featured performer on last night's Pickin' Porch Show, and as usual he had the audience clapping their hands and singing along as he gave his all on such classics as "Oh, Lonesome Me", "Don't Be Cruel" and several other old favorites, but the highlight of the evening came when his lovely wife Beth joined him on stage to sing several gospel duets with him. Charlie and Beth both sing in their church choir, but it's rather obvious that they also do a lot of singing as a duo. When this amazing husband and wife team raise their voices in unison to praise the Lord in song, the sound they produce is nothing short of perfection. Lightnin' Charlie is one of the area's most popular entertainers. His talents are always in high demand and he always rewards those who come out to see him by putting on an outstanding show that leaves everyone wanting to hear more. Well, the lucky folks who came out to last night's Pickin' Porch Show got to see him at his very best...with his beloved Beth at his side, matching him note for note!   Visit the POTD Archives for previous "Pictures Of The Day"!     Submit a photo of your own!            Why I publish the "Picture of the Day"