| The Sheik of Scrubby Creek | |
|---|---|
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| Studio album by | |
| Released | 1958 |
| Recorded | 1952–1957 |
| Genre | Country |
| Length | 23:51 |
| Label | Columbia |
The Sheik of Scrubby Creek is the debut album of country singer Chad Morgan, released in 1958 through Columbia Records. The title refers to Morgan's well-known nickname. Two early tracks titled "The Sheik of Scrubby Creek" and "You Can Keep Your Wimmin and I'll Stick to My Beer" were recorded by November 1952. [1]
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