Forum of the Saxes

saxmaniac · Joined: 21 Jun 2005 Posts: 184

Can anyone tell me who played the sax solo on the song True Love Ways? Can't seem to find anything on Google. Mad

John Laughter · Joined: 12 Oct 2005 Posts: 20 Location: Macon, GA

True Love Ways by Buddy Holly-Sam “The Man” Taylor or Abraham “Boomie” Richman-I have seen both credited for the amazing session work . Recorded 10/20-21/58. John, My Holley discography credits Boomie. The double CD called the Buddy Holley Collection credits Sam “the Man.” It is definitely Boomie. I would stake my reputation on it!!! Courtesy Jeff “Abbedd” Powell of Guardala Mouthpieces.

P.S. I (John) emailed Richman’s son who lives and performs in Atlanta. Barry sent his father’s telephone number in Florida and I spoke to Mr. Boomie Richman who states that Sam Taylor was in great demand at this time because he could play this style extremely well. Mr. Richman gives credit to Mr. Taylor for this solo. I was then advised by Mr. Powell that according to a web page, http://nfo.net/calendar/apr02.htm, Mr. Richman had passed away so I am not sure who was on the phone!
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John Laughter