Roy Brown (blues musician), Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Roy Brown (blues musician)

American R&B singer, songwriter and musician

Date of Birth: 10-Sep-1925

Place of Birth: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

Date of Death: 25-May-1981

Profession: composer, singer

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Virgo

Roy James Brown (September 10, 1920 or 1925 – May 25, 1981) was an American R&B singer, songwriter and musician, who had a significant influence on the early development of rock and roll and the direction of R&B.
His original song and hit recording "Good Rockin' Tonight" has been covered by many artists including Wynonie Harris, Elvis Presley, Bruce Springsteen, Ricky Nelson, Jerry Lee Lewis, Pat Boone, James Brown, the Doors, and the rock group Montrose.
Brown was one of the first popular R&B singers to perform songs with a gospel-steeped delivery, which was then considered taboo by many churches.
In addition, his melismatic, pleading vocal style influenced notable artists such as B.B.
King, Bobby Bland, Elvis Presley, Jackie Wilson, James Brown and Little Richard.