Lefty Frizzell Musical artist
William Orville "Lefty" Frizzell (March 31, 1928 – July 19, 1975) was an American country music singer and songwriter of the 1950s, and a proponent of honky tonk music. His relaxed style of singing was an influence on later stars Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson, Roy Orbison, George Jones and John Fogerty. He is a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Personal facts
Alias (AKA) | Lefty Frizzell |
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Birth date | March 31, 1928 |
Date of death | July 19, 1975 |
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Musical artist
Career started | 1942 |
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Career ended | 1975 |
Background | Solo singer |
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