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The Country Touch — 1960s Music Television Programme (1968-70)
The Country Touch was an extremely popular Country and Western music show from the 60s which screened on Saturday nights. It was produced by Bryan Easte who was the co-instigator of the series for the NZBC, and the show was filmed on an Auckland hay barn set and featured musical from folk, fiddles, and banjos to bluegrass, introduced by the legendary Tex Morton. Regulars included The Hamilton County Bluegrass Band (who were also the resident backing group), Brian Hirst's Country Touch Singers (with a team of 20 square dancers). |
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