Publicity photo of singer, songwriter and musician Slim Whitman. Image by Wil-Helm Agency (management)/photo by Fabry, Nashville, via Wikimedia Commons. Licensed Public domain |
Slim WhitmanSlim Whitman Slim Whitman American country musician (1923–2013) Ottis Dewey "Slim" Whitman Jr. (January 20, 1923 – June 19, 2013) was an American country music singer and guitarist known for his yodeling abilities and his use of falsetto. Recorded figures show 70 million sales, during a career that spanned more than seven decades. His prolific output included more than 100 albums and around 500 recorded songs; these consisted of country music, contemporary gospel, Broadway show tunes, love songs, and standards.[2] Soon after being signed, in the 1950s Whitman toured with Elvis Presley.[3] Quick facts Born, Died ... Slim Whitman Whitman in 1968 Born Ottis Dewey Whitman Jr. (1923-01-20)January 20, 1923 Oak Park, Tampa, Florida, U.S. Died June 19, 2013(2013-06-19) (aged… (Source: Wikipedia)
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