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Top Downloads
(as of 2024-05-18)
NOTE: RIV 1062 - Silent Night does not appear in its proper location in this listing because it had to be split up into several smaller downloads. It is currently by far the top download for the year 2019!
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May Releases
Posted on Thursday May 09, 2024
We have three patters and three singing calls for you this merry month of May:
- RIV 1373 - Summer Sounds (Vocal by Mike Seastrom, courtesy Rhythm Records)
- RIV 1372 - Tijuana Lady (Vocal by Jason Raleigh)
- RIV 1371 - I'm Gonna Love You Through It (Vocal by Jason Raleigh)
- RIV 1370 - Irish Spoons (Patter)
- RIV 1369 - Expresso (Patter)
- RIV 1368 - Wild Ponies (Patter)
We've previously released a version of Summer Sounds (RIV 557). That was the Gold Star version from the classic Red Boot library. But this is a brand new version with lively music and a vocal by Mike Seastrom of Rhythm Records. Check it out!
Also, please give a listen to "I'm Gonna Love You Through It." I'm sure that this Martina McBride song had special meaning to Jason Raleigh when he recorded it, because of his wife Katie's battle with cancer. I know it brought tears to my eyes.
The patter "Irish Spoons" may sound familiar to you. We've released similar music in the past, as RIV 1187 - Irish Delight. However, this version has added percussion (the 'spoons' referenced in the title). We felt that the difference was significant enough to warrant a separate release.
Also, check out RIV 1191 - Sing Away The Blues in our older catalog. Nelda Eaton has just contributed a female vocal to complement Jack O'Leary's original. As always, if you've already purchased the title and would like the new tracks, contact Bob directly.
Have a great month! Memorial Day's coming up...and summer will be right on its heels!
April Releases
Posted on Friday April 19, 2024
Our April releases include two singing calls and three new patters:
- RIV 1367 - Feelings (Patter)
- RIV 1366 - Dockside Patter
- RIV 1365 - Mother Of Dragons (Patter)
- RIV 1364 - Old Rattler (Vocal by Jason Raleigh)
- RIV 1363 - Back Home Again (Vocal by Dean Black; formerly RB 179)
If you listen to Jason's vocal on Old Rattler, you'll hear some rather realistic barking in there -- the song is about a dog, after all. We've included a separate track with the music split on the left channel and just the barks on the right, so that you can mix them in with your balance control to your preference.
Enjoy!
March Releases
Posted on Wednesday March 20, 2024
We have five new singing calls for you this month, including three re-releases from the classic Red Boot library. We also have three new patters for your enjoyment:
- RIV 1362 - Rollin' In My Sweet Baby's Arms (Vocal by Mike Seastrom, courtesy of Rhythm Records)
- RIV 1361 - Achy Breaky Heart (Vocal by Jason Raleigh; formerly RB 3032)
- RIV 1360 - Grand Old Flag (Vocal by Lawrence Johnstone; formerly RB 200)
- RIV 1359 - Bread And Butter (Vocal by Dean Black)
- RIV 1358 - Teddy Bear Song (Vocal by Ted Kennedy; formerly RB 203)
- RIV 1357 - Set Me Free (Patter)
- RIV 1356 - True Love (Patter)
- RIV 1355 - Forget Me Not (Patter)
In addition, Jason Raleigh has contributed a vocal to our previously released patter, RIV 1341 - January 7th Jig. As always, if you've already purchased the patter and would like the new vocal track as well, contact Bob Elling directly.
Remember, the CALLERLAB Convention is coming up next week in Grapevine, TX. Hope to see some of you there -- Bob won't be attending, but some of our staff and featured callers will be.
February Releases
Posted on Wednesday February 07, 2024
Just a few releases for February...three patters and two singing calls.
- RIV 1354 - Hey Ho (Away We Go) (Vocal by Brent Mawdsley)
- RIV 1353 - Galway City On A Saturday Night (Vocal by Jack O'Leary of Silver Sounds Music)
- RIV 1352 - Copperhead Road (Patter)
- RIV 1351 - Welcome Friends (Patter)
- RIV 1350 - Island Breeze (Patter)
While Jack lends his usual Irish touch to Galway City, Brent applies a Cajun flavor to his selection...just in time for Mardi Gras next week! And be sure to check out our new patter selections as well!
January Releases
Posted on Monday January 15, 2024
The new year has arrived, and here are our January releases for you! We're bringing you songs originally done by Taylor Swift, Don Williams and Bruce Springsteen, as well as an Irish-themed singing call and patter for the upcoming St. Patrick's Day:
- RIV 1349 - Love Story (Vocal by Larry Marchese)
- RIV 1348 - Then It's Love (Vocal by Brent Mawdsley)
- RIV 1347 - My Oklahoma Home (Vocal by Tim Tyl)
- RIV 1346 - Let Your Light From The Lighthouse Shine On Me (Vocal by Dean Black)
- RIV 1345 - There's Irish In Our Eyes (Vocal by Jack O'Leary of Silver Sounds Music)
- RIV 1344 - In Our Magic Ship (Vocals by Jason Raleigh, Nelda Eaton)
- RIV 1343 - Walk In The Country, A (Patter)
- RIV 1342 - My Home (Patter)
- RIV 1341 - January 7th Jig (Patter)
"Love Story" is Larry's first recording on Riverboat, and the song comes from an original by Taylor Swift. "My Oklahoma Home" is a humorous tale done originally by both Bruce Springsteen and Pete Seeger, with Tim giving his recognizable upbeat, up-tempo performance. "Then It's Love" is the Don Williams tune, with a fairly full band sound backing Brent. "Let Your Light From The Lighthouse Shine On Me" is a classic gospel melody from Dean, while "In Our Magic Ship" is presented in two different keys by Jason and Nelda. And we can't forget our friend of Irish heritage, Jack O'Leary, reminding us that "There's Irish In Our Eyes!" (The "January 7th Jig" would make a good patter to accompany it!)
Valentine's Day is coming up, too -- be sure and check out Brent's and Larry's love-themed selections for that!
About Riverboat Records
Riverboat Records was purchased in the 1980s by Bob Elling in the San Francisco Bay Area. His love of both square dancing and good music has driven his dedication to create the finest square dance music available. The early years produced several square dance records using top-notch musicians, including Phil Aaberg and Norton Buffalo.
Due to the priorities of raising a family, there was no new music produced for almost 20 years. Around 2005 Bob began to teach and call square dancing to local 3rd and 4th graders once a week. He loves teaching the kids and has a desire to use music that they could relate to.
A good friend and caller, Ken Bower, encouraged Bob to start recording square dance music again, and so he did. Ken then recorded the vocal for the first "new" recording on Riverboat, Misty.
Bob enjoys producing many types of songs and especially ones appropriate for grade schoolers. Some of his more popular songs for all ages include: Mickey Mouse, Oh Johnny Oh, Y.M.C.A., Heigh Ho, Funky Town, Best Years of Our Lives, Big Pig Jig, American Land, and On With the Show. Most of these recordings include alternate choreography that can be taught in just a few minutes to kids or adults. The kids have responded with amazing enthusiasm.
In addition, there has been a great deal of support from some of the best talent in the country to bring variety and more life to the music. These fun square dance tunes are fun for both kids and adults. Bob's dream is to have this music used in the classroom by school teachers all over the world.
Riverboat Records also has modern patter music with a great dance beat. The variety of music ranges from bluegrass to funky, so there's something for everyone.
In 2010, Riverboat introduced its Gold subscription series. For just $100, a package of 20 new hoedowns and singing calls is made available exclusively to subscribers. At the end of the year those titles enter the regular Riverboat catalog and a new package is made available to Gold subscribers.
Bob would like to acknowledge the help and support that he has received from Elmer Sheffield (ESP Records), Jack O'Leary (Silver Sounds), Michael Salacuse (Circle Left Recording), Bobby Kennedy, Carl Kaye, Tracy Brown, Rich Reel, and Lawrence Johnstone. He also wants to thank his wife, Lois, for her support in this endeavour that he loves so much.
Contact Us
Riverboat Recordsc/o Bob Elling
16000 Marcella St.
San Leandro, CA 94578
510-278-8621
bob.elling@gmail.com
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