Billy Walker (musician)

Billy Walker ( born January 14, 1929 in Ralls, Texas; † 21 May 2006) was an American country musician, who celebrated his greatest successes in the 1960s.

After he won at the age of fifteen years, a talent contest, he got the chance to radio appearances. In 1949 he was hired by the native to Dallas Big D Jamboree show. For the Capitol label some singles were recorded, before moving to Columbia in 1951. Shortly thereafter, he managed to next career step, when he received a contract from the Louisiana Hayride show significant. Here he was with the leading country musicians of the 1950s on the stage. In 1955 he hired a promising young musician named Elvis Presley for the opening act of his tour.

After a five-year commitment to the Ozark Jubilee in 1960, he joined the Grand Ole Opry on. He remained the Opry until his death connected and became one of their most famous stars. With his record, he was for many years less successful. He made his first number one hit in 1962 with Charlie 'Shoes. There followed a series of top 20 hits, the most famous is this, the 1964 titles released Cross The Brazos At Waco. In 1970 he moved to MGM label, but the big success came from. Middle of the 1970 years he played with Barbara Fairchild a few duets.

Through several concert stays the Texans a small following built up in Europe. Among other things, he performed at Wembley on festival and worked with Tom Astor and Hermann Lammers Meyer. On 21 May 2006 Billy Walker came with his wife and two band members in a car accident.