This a petition to obtain fan names for the entertainer Doug Kershaw to be considered and nominated to be inducted in the Country Music Hall of Fame , and to be considered for a life time achievement award , My name is Tammy Caldwell ,I have been a fan of his since I was 5 years old .I am doing this own my own and feel it's about time for Mr Kershaw to have this award and achievement .Those of you who are his fans and feel the same way I ask that you please sign .my goal is to try and obtain at least 2,000 or more if I can the more the better I plan on hand delivering this printed petition and will be filming it
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May 25, 2018
The Country Music Hall of Fame continues to ignore a legend who built the foundation of this genre while they focus on industry favorites. I am tired of the silence from their board because Doug Kershaw earned his spot decades ago. I refuse to stop pushing until they acknowledge the man who changed music forever.
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November 7, 2016
299 Comments
Doug's career has spanned six decades and without his influence it could be argued that Cajun music would still dwell in obscurity instead of being the exciting, heartwarming presence it's been.
Doug Kershaw is the reason I wanted to play fiddle when I was a kid ... and I'm now lucky enough to have one of his fiddles for my very own. He's an inspiration, a true talent, and a gentleman. It's past time to honor the Ragin' Cajun.
Long overdue, Doug AND Rusty should BOTH be in the Hall for their contributions to country-, Americana and music in general, including their maintaining and promoting the appreciation of the Cajun influence on American music.
I have been a fan since the mid 70's, and his music is always playing in my brain. My Mom met him and took care of his wife when one of his sons was born, she told me then that he was the kindest man she ever met. That was an inspiration to me in life as much as his music
We were playing at the State fare in Sacramento in 1995 for the Murphy Irish dancers afterwards I played with this guy we had a jam by the pool at our hotel until 4.30am. First time I saw someone play a fiddle behind their back. Superb!
this man has been enlightening my family for 4 generations!!!!!! we love the crazy Cajun!!!!!
I was born in 1953 and grew up on country music. Doug is one of the greats and has far too long been overlooked!
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This a petition to obtain fan names for the entertainer Doug Kershaw to be considered and nominated to be inducted in the Country Music Hall of Fame , and to be considered for a life time achievement award , My name is Tammy Caldwell ,I have been a fan of his since I was 5 years old .I am doing this own my own and feel it's about time for Mr Kershaw to have this award and achievement .Those of you who are his fans and feel the same way I ask that you please sign .my goal is to try and obtain at least 2,000 or more if I can the more the better I plan on hand delivering this printed petition and will be filming it
Updates
May 25, 2018
The Country Music Hall of Fame continues to ignore a legend who built the foundation of this genre while they focus on industry favorites. I am tired of the silence from their board because Doug Kershaw earned his spot decades ago. I refuse to stop pushing until they acknowledge the man who changed music forever.
Reached 100 supporters
November 7, 2016
299 Comments
If Jimmy C. Newman, Jimmie Davis and other departed legends in the CMHOF who knew Doug in the day could vote, the Louisiana Man would win in a landslide. Doug took his style of country music ALL OVER THE WORLD. Don't be Diggy Diggly Lo, give Doug Kershaw his due!
Doug's career has spanned six decades and without his influence it could be argued that Cajun music would still dwell in obscurity instead of being the exciting, heartwarming presence it's been.
Doug Kershaw is the reason I wanted to play fiddle when I was a kid ... and I'm now lucky enough to have one of his fiddles for my very own. He's an inspiration, a true talent, and a gentleman. It's past time to honor the Ragin' Cajun.
Long overdue, Doug AND Rusty should BOTH be in the Hall for their contributions to country-, Americana and music in general, including their maintaining and promoting the appreciation of the Cajun influence on American music.
I have been a fan since the mid 70's, and his music is always playing in my brain. My Mom met him and took care of his wife when one of his sons was born, she told me then that he was the kindest man she ever met. That was an inspiration to me in life as much as his music
We were playing at the State fare in Sacramento in 1995 for the Murphy Irish dancers afterwards I played with this guy we had a jam by the pool at our hotel until 4.30am. First time I saw someone play a fiddle behind their back. Superb!
this man has been enlightening my family for 4 generations!!!!!! we love the crazy Cajun!!!!!
I was born in 1953 and grew up on country music. Doug is one of the greats and has far too long been overlooked!
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If Jimmy C. Newman, Jimmie Davis and other departed legends in the CMHOF who knew Doug in the day could vote, the Louisiana Man would win in a landslide. Doug took his style of country music ALL OVER THE WORLD. Don't be Diggy Diggly Lo, give Doug Kershaw his due!