North Caddo Musicians

A work-in-progress. Will update periodically when new information is available.

Cecil Clem (1909-1989) - was a bass player and pianist from Mooringsport who played with various other musicians including Cooter Lawrence and the Rhythm Masters. He hosted the Caddo Jamboree, a musical gathering originally held on a platform built on the pilings of the old Gulf Oil warehouse over Caddo Lake, and later at a bandstand next to his store.

Cecil Clem (left) with two unnamed musicians

Oil City Musicians - Check out this page dedicated to Oil City music and musicians, that includes some who played with top performers of their day: Oil City In Music And Its Musicians

Ridgerunner Band - formed in the late 1970s with John Ridge, Sr. (1932-2012) and Sam Springer being the most consistent members throughout its run. Playing a repertoire of classic country music, various incarnations performed at local festivals, benefits, and private functions over 20-plus years.

Shreveport Times 07-Dec-1979, Page 19-A  .


The band is shown below performing at the Mooringsport Fall Fest in 1986.

L to R: Paul Bertrand, John Ridge (Sr.), Joel Rhodes, Marion Davis, Jack Green, and Sammy Springer

An advertisement mentioning their appearance at Mooringsport's 1995 Fourth-of-July celebration.

 Shreveport Times 30-Jun-1995, Page 11-E


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