Roy Hogsed | |
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Born |
Flippin, Arkansas |
December 24, 1919
Origin | San Diego, California |
Died | March 13, 1978 | (aged 58)
Genres | Country |
Occupation(s) | Singer |
Years active | 1947-1954 |
Labels | Capitol |
Roy Hogsed (born December 24, 1919 in Flippin, Arkansas; died March 1978) was an American country music singer. He is best known for his song "Cocaine Blues", which he took to number 15 on the country music charts in 1948. Although he was active in the music business for only seven years, "Cocaine Blues" has been widely covered.
[15:30-18:30] Universal Recorders, 6757 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, CA - Roy Hogsed (Jimmy Kersey [rh gt], Rusty Nitz [bass], Gene Dewez [accordion]. Producer: Charles Washburn)