Ray Smith (rockabilly singer)
| Ray Smith | |
|---|---|
| Born | October 30, 1934 |
| Origin | Melber, Kentucky, United States |
| Died | November 29, 1979 (aged 45) |
| Genres | Rock and roll, rockabilly, R&B, country |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter, musician |
| Instruments | Vocals, piano |
| Years active | 1956–1979 |
| Labels |
Sun Records Judd Records Vee-Jay Records Tollie Records Smash Records Various independent record labels |
| Associated acts | Ray Smith and the Country Boys (1956) |
| Website | Ray Smith's Rockabilly Hall of Fame page |
Ray Smith (October 30, 1934 – November 29, 1979) was an American rockabilly musician.
Smith recorded for Vee-Jay Records, Tollie Records, Smash Records, and Sun Records during his career, and had a hit with the song "Rockin' Little Angel" in 1960 on Judd Records. "Rockin' Little Angel" took a portion of its melody from the 1844 song "Buffalo Gals". The record sold over one million copies, earning a gold disc. Smith often recorded material written by Charlie Rich, and was influenced by Elvis Presley.
Smith committed suicide on November 29, 1979, at the age of 45. Smith's Judd and Sun singles and session material have been released on Germany's Bear Family Records.
Smith gave a concert at "Karregat" Hall in Eindhoven on April 21, 1979. It is recorded on an album called The Rocking Side and released by a Dutch label (Rockhouse, LP 7909).
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