Johnny Darrell

Johnny Darrell Johnny Darrell American country singer-songwriter (1940–1997) Johnny Darrell (July 23, 1940[1] – October 7, 1997)[2] was an American country music artist. Darrell was born in Hopewell, Alabama but grew up in Marietta, Georgia.[3] After a stint in the army, he moved to Nashville and began managing a Holiday Inn near Music Row, when he was discovered by Kelso Herstin, a producer working for United Artists, on the recommendation of Bobby Bare.[1] In his recording career, Darrell established a trend of introducing "lyrically adventurous" songs that later became major hits for other artists.[2] Quick facts Background information, Born ... Johnny Darrell Background information Born (1940-07-23)July 23, 1940 Hopewell, Alabama, U.S. Died October 7, 1997(1997-10-07) (aged 57) Kennesaw, Georgia, U.S.…

GENRES: Country & Western, Male Vocalist