Dale hawkins biography

American rockabilly singer and guitarist (1936–2010)

Musical artist

Delmar Allen "Dale" Hawkins (August 22, 1936 – February 13, 2010)^[2] was a pioneer American rocksinger, songwriter, and rhythm guitarist who was often called the architect of swamp rock boogie.

Career

Hawkins was born in Goldmine Plantation in Richland Parish, Louisiana,^[3] and while in his early teens moved with his family to Bossier City. He began recording in 1956.^[4] In 1957, Hawkins was playing at Shreveport, Louisiana clubs, and although his music was influenced by the new rock and roll style of Elvis Presley and the guitar sounds of Scotty Moore, Hawkins blended that with the uniquely heavy blues sound of black Louisiana artists for his recording of his swamp-rock classic, "Susie Q."^[5] Fellow Louisiana guitarist and future Rock and Roll Hall of FamerJames Burton provided the signature riff and solo.^[5]

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