Ray Pillow | |
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Born | July 4, 1937 |
Origin | Lynchburg, Virginia, United States |
Genres | Country |
Instruments | Vocals |
Years active | 1963 - present |
Labels | Capitol, ABC, Plantation, Mega, Dot, MCA, First Generation |
Associated acts | Jean Shepard |
Website | Ray Pillow Official Website |
Ray Pillow (born July 4, 1937) is an American country music singer who has also worked as a music publisher and A&R representative. In his career, he has charted eighteen times on the Billboard country singles charts, with his highest-peaking song being the No. 9 "I'll Take the Dog," a duet with Jean Shepard. After charting for the last time in 1981, Pillow founded Sycamore Records with Larry McFadden, and later worked in the A&R department of Capitol Records.
Today, Pillow continues to perform as a member of the Grand Ole Opry and on popular classic country television programs such as Country's Family Reunion, which airs regularly in the United States on RFD-TV network.
Through his record label, Pillow has released two albums, including Ray Pillow Live and his recent studio effort containing new material, Country Class. Both CDs can be purchased online through Pillow's official website and at his live shows.
Pillow has been a member of the Grand Ole Opry since 1966.