Artist

Roy Orbison

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rockabilly pop pop rock rock and roll rock blue-eyed soul classic rock country country pop folk rock singer-songwriter traditional pop

Roy Orbison, born 95 years ago in North Carolina, gained lasting influence through his songwriting and performances, with hits like 'Crying' and 'Oh, Pretty Woman' shaping rock and country music. His legacy endures through collaborations with artists like Kris Kristofferson and Dolly Parton, and posthumous recognition, including a Grammy for Don McLean's tribute song. Carrie Underwood's early career was marked by her performance of Orbison's emotional ballads, cementing his impact across generations.

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Roy Orbison

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American Songwriter Jul 17

16 Years Ago Today, Country Music Lost the Beloved “A-Team” Member Who Played With Kenny Rogers, Hank Snow, and Sonny James

Kenny Rogers Hank Snow Sonny James Fred Carter, Jr. Buck Owens Merle Haggard Waylon Jennings Ronnie Hawkins The Band

Rolling Stone France Jul 17

Charley Crockett – Clovis

Charley Crockett Shooter Jennings Buddy Holly Roy Orbison Waylon Jennings

Americana Highways Jul 16

REVIEW: Andrew Sa “American Rough”

Andrew Sa Boy Golden Joshua Ray Walker Lavender Country Patrick Haggerty Roy Orbison H.C. McEntire

2 articles Jul 16

Panda Bear Sonic Boom Noah Lennox Cindy Lee Roy Orbison Mary Lattimore Animal Collective The Beach Boys

PopMatters, Treble

2 articles Jul 15

Angelo Badalamenti Julee Cruise Bill Doggett Roy Orbison David Lynch

Consequence of Sound, Pop'n Music

7 articles Jul 15

Twin Temple Shooter Jennings Charley Crockett Jack White Jess Williamson She & Him Danzig Roy Orbison

Blabbermouth, Consequence of Sound, Louder Sound +4

No Depression Jul 14

FRESH TRACK: Andrew Sa - "Lavender Cowboy"

Rufus Wainwright Roy Orbison The Revivalists Steven Keene

American Songwriter Jul 14

3 Times Rock Legends Shared the Spotlight Without Egos Clashing

David Bowie Mick Jagger Stevie Nicks The Rolling Stones Fleetwood Mac Bob Dylan

American Songwriter Jul 10

4 Rock Songs That Define the Classic Sound of the Early 1960s

The Kingsmen The Beatles The Beach Boys Roy Orbison

Louder Sound Jul 8

"I sat next to two speed-crazed bikers, one wielding a gun."On the road with Lynyrd Skynyrd and the Atlanta Rhythm Section: A story of guns and homicidal bass players

Lynyrd Skynyrd Atlanta Rhythm Section Motörhead Roy Orbison

American Songwriter Jul 7

4 of the Biggest Pop Hits From 1964 That Still Sound Amazing Now

The Beatles Roy Orbison Dean Martin The Supremes

Louder Sound Jul 6

"Only badass mofos get to play in Queens Of The Stone Age." The story behind QOTSA's modern rock masterpiece Songs For The Deaf

Queens of the Stone Age Songs for the Deaf Josh Homme Dave Grohl Foo Fighters Yawning Man Kyuss Nick Oliveri

American Songwriter Jul 4

On This Day in 2021, We Said Goodbye to the Rockabilly Star Whose Biggest Hit Was Covered by Elvis Presley and Bobby Bare

Rockabilly Elvis Presley Bobby Bare Sanford Clark Keith Richards Roy Orbison Nancy Sinatra Waylon Jennings

XS Noize Jul 3

LIVE REVIEW: Rick Astley Brings Charm, Hits And Feel-Good Energy To Lincoln Castle

Rick Astley Roy Orbison AC/DC O’Chi Brown RAYE

2 articles Jul 2

The Beatles Elvis Presley Buddy Holly Glenn Miller Bobby Rydell Wings The Isley Brothers Roy Orbison Gerry and the Pacemakers

American Songwriter

American Songwriter Jun 30

Born in Texas 89 Years Ago, the Songwriter Behind “Wind Beneath My Wings” and Hits From Tammy Wynette, Randy Travis, and Tanya Tucker

Tammy Wynette Randy Travis Tanya Tucker Lynn Anderson The Rolling Stones The Kinks Roy Orbison Bette Midler Kenny Rogers

3 articles Jun 29

Charley Crockett Sturgill Simpson Johnny Blue Skies STELLA LEFTY Willow Avalon Cameron Whitcomb Shooter Jennings

Consequence of Sound, Pop'n Music, Saving Country Music

American Songwriter Jun 29

4 Songs From 1961 That Every Baby Boomer Knows by Heart

Rock And Roll Patsy Cline Del Shannon Roy Orbison Faron Young

Post-Punk.com Jun 26

“Black Stars are Shining” — Hamburg’s GIANT CROW Launches Skyward With Post-Rock Ballad “Home”

Giant Crow Richard Hawley Roy Orbison Chris Isaak

American Songwriter Jun 26

How Don McLean Rehashed His First Single for His Last US Top 40 Hit

Don McLean Pete Seeger Roy Orbison

American Songwriter Jul 17

16 Years Ago Today, Country Music Lost the Beloved “A-Team” Member Who Played With Kenny Rogers, Hank Snow, and Sonny James

Kenny Rogers Hank Snow Sonny James Fred Carter, Jr. Buck Owens Merle Haggard Waylon Jennings Ronnie Hawkins The Band

Americana Highways Jul 16

REVIEW: Andrew Sa “American Rough”

Andrew Sa Boy Golden Joshua Ray Walker Lavender Country Patrick Haggerty Roy Orbison H.C. McEntire

2 articles Jul 15

Angelo Badalamenti Julee Cruise Bill Doggett Roy Orbison David Lynch

Consequence of Sound, Pop'n Music

No Depression Jul 14

FRESH TRACK: Andrew Sa - "Lavender Cowboy"

Rufus Wainwright Roy Orbison The Revivalists Steven Keene

American Songwriter Jul 10

4 Rock Songs That Define the Classic Sound of the Early 1960s

The Kingsmen The Beatles The Beach Boys Roy Orbison

American Songwriter Jul 7

4 of the Biggest Pop Hits From 1964 That Still Sound Amazing Now

The Beatles Roy Orbison Dean Martin The Supremes

American Songwriter Jul 4

On This Day in 2021, We Said Goodbye to the Rockabilly Star Whose Biggest Hit Was Covered by Elvis Presley and Bobby Bare

Rockabilly Elvis Presley Bobby Bare Sanford Clark Keith Richards Roy Orbison Nancy Sinatra Waylon Jennings

2 articles Jul 2

The Beatles Elvis Presley Buddy Holly Glenn Miller Bobby Rydell Wings The Isley Brothers Roy Orbison Gerry and the Pacemakers

American Songwriter

3 articles Jun 29

Charley Crockett Sturgill Simpson Johnny Blue Skies STELLA LEFTY Willow Avalon Cameron Whitcomb Shooter Jennings

Consequence of Sound, Pop'n Music, Saving Country Music

Post-Punk.com Jun 26

“Black Stars are Shining” — Hamburg’s GIANT CROW Launches Skyward With Post-Rock Ballad “Home”

Giant Crow Richard Hawley Roy Orbison Chris Isaak

Rolling Stone France Jul 17

Charley Crockett – Clovis

Charley Crockett Shooter Jennings Buddy Holly Roy Orbison Waylon Jennings

2 articles Jul 16

Panda Bear Sonic Boom Noah Lennox Cindy Lee Roy Orbison Mary Lattimore Animal Collective The Beach Boys

PopMatters, Treble

7 articles Jul 15

Twin Temple Shooter Jennings Charley Crockett Jack White Jess Williamson She & Him Danzig Roy Orbison

Blabbermouth, Consequence of Sound, Louder Sound +4

American Songwriter Jul 14

3 Times Rock Legends Shared the Spotlight Without Egos Clashing

David Bowie Mick Jagger Stevie Nicks The Rolling Stones Fleetwood Mac Bob Dylan

Louder Sound Jul 8

"I sat next to two speed-crazed bikers, one wielding a gun."On the road with Lynyrd Skynyrd and the Atlanta Rhythm Section: A story of guns and homicidal bass players

Lynyrd Skynyrd Atlanta Rhythm Section Motörhead Roy Orbison

Louder Sound Jul 6

"Only badass mofos get to play in Queens Of The Stone Age." The story behind QOTSA's modern rock masterpiece Songs For The Deaf

Queens of the Stone Age Songs for the Deaf Josh Homme Dave Grohl Foo Fighters Yawning Man Kyuss Nick Oliveri

XS Noize Jul 3

LIVE REVIEW: Rick Astley Brings Charm, Hits And Feel-Good Energy To Lincoln Castle

Rick Astley Roy Orbison AC/DC O’Chi Brown RAYE

American Songwriter Jun 30

Born in Texas 89 Years Ago, the Songwriter Behind “Wind Beneath My Wings” and Hits From Tammy Wynette, Randy Travis, and Tanya Tucker

Tammy Wynette Randy Travis Tanya Tucker Lynn Anderson The Rolling Stones The Kinks Roy Orbison Bette Midler Kenny Rogers

American Songwriter Jun 29

4 Songs From 1961 That Every Baby Boomer Knows by Heart

Rock And Roll Patsy Cline Del Shannon Roy Orbison Faron Young

American Songwriter Jun 26

How Don McLean Rehashed His First Single for His Last US Top 40 Hit

Don McLean Pete Seeger Roy Orbison

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