Bill Flagg - Doin My Time I Will Always Love You

Review by Chris Arsenault

Album Review: Doin’ My Time / I Will Always Love You by Bill Flagg Released in 1958 on MGM Records, Bill Flagg’s Doin’ My Time / I Will Always Love You is a slice of mid-century Americana that blends Folk, World, & Country with Rock influences. It’s not groundbreaking, but it’s got charm—and sometimes, that’s all you need. With styles like Rockabilly and Country Rock, this record feels like a warm handshake from the past. It’s not perfect, but it doesn’t try to be. And honestly? That makes it kinda special. The album includes just two tracks (each played twice), which might feel repetitive at first glance. But let me tell ya, “Doin’ My Time” sticks with you. It’s one of those songs where the rhythm sneaks up on you—simple, steady, and full of heart. Flagg’s voice has this raw honesty to it, like he’s lived every word he sings. The lyrics are straightforward, no fancy metaphors here, but there’s something comforting about that. You can almost picture him sitting on a porch somewhere, guitar in hand, just letting the song breathe. When the harmonica kicks in halfway through, it adds this earthy texture that pulls you right into the moment. Then there’s “I Will Always Love You.” Now, before you think of Whitney Houston or Dolly Parton, remember this version came way before either. Flagg’s take is stripped-down and earnest, without all the big production values we associate with later renditions. His delivery feels personal, almost like he’s singing directly to someone across the room. Sure, it lacks the polish of later covers, but that’s what makes it memorable. There’s no hiding behind layers of sound—just pure emotion laid bare. What strikes me most about this record is how unapologetically human it feels. In an era when music was starting to get more complex and flashy, Flagg stayed rooted in simplicity. He wasn’t trying to reinvent the wheel; he just wanted to share his truth. And isn’t that what great art’s supposed to do? Here’s the kicker though—it blows my mind that this little gem came out in ’58. Listening to it now, it feels timeless, like it could’ve been recorded yesterday or fifty years from now. Maybe that’s why these two tracks have stuck around in their own quiet way. Or maybe I’m just a sucker for old-school vibes. Either way, if you’re into vintage sounds with a dash of grit, this one’s worth checking out. So yeah, give it a spin. Just don’t expect perfection—because sometimes, imperfection hits hardest.

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Artist: Bill Flagg
Album: Doin My Time I Will Always Love You

1958

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Track	Duration	Preview
Doin' My Time	2:05
I Will Always Love You	2:18
I Will Always Love You	2:18
Doin' My Time	2:05

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BILL FLAGG & His Rockabillies - Doin' My Time / I Will Always Love You (1958)

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K12637

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MGM Records

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Vinyl
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45 RPM
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Role	Company
Record Company	Loew's Incorporated
Published By	Tetra Music

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Yellow label promo with "Special Disc Jockey Record" and "Not For Sale" text on labels.

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Matrix / Runout (A Runout Stamped): 58 XY 105 C
Matrix / Runout (B Runout Stamped): 58 XY 108 C

About Bill Flagg

Bill Flagg was born and raised in Waterville, Maine. Shortly after the start of World War II, the family moved to Connecticut.

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The Lone Pine Cowboy

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Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: Back in 1958, Bill Flagg released an album called *Doin' My Time I Will Always Love You*. It’s a mix of Folk, Country, and Rock sounds, with a Rockabilly and Country Rock vibe. The album, put out by MGM Records in the US, features just two tracks—each played twice! Yep, "Doin' My Time" and "I Will Always Love You" are the only songs, but they’re so good, why not hear them again? Funny how artists got creative with limited resources back then.