Pioneers in the Making
The O-Bar-O-Cowboys broke up in 1933, and Rogers was seeking to form a new group soon after. With the inspiration of two others, Bob Nolan and Tim Spencer, he formed the group The Pioneers Trio. However, during one radio broadcast, the host decided to change their name to “Sons of the Pioneers,” as he believed they were too young to be considered pioneers.
From there, they went on to achieve a higher level of greatness than they had ever imagined. The group became a nationwide sensation with numerous radio performances and soon after, signing a contract with the popular Decca Records.
Pioneers In The Making
Going Visual
The transition to the big screen started in 1935 when Rogers started acting in supporting roles in various films. This would go on for the first year of his new career. However, it was not until 1938 that Rogers would see himself going beyond the limit to be a superstar. Republic Pictures had an audition to select the person who would be the face of their signature “singing cowboy.”
Rogers came out as the winning contestant, and this landed him a role in the famous film ‘Under Western Stars’ in 1938. Soon after, the budding star became a sensation among film lovers and would be the star of his name become one of the greatest in western entertainment.
Going Visual
