About Charles Wayne Day
Lived 1942 – 2008 (aged 65). Charles Wayne Day was an American singer-songwriter.
Charles Wayne Day (August 5, 1942 – March 10, 2008), also known as Bing Day, was an American guitarist and baritone bluesman from the South Side of Chicago.
Biography His musical talents began to develop at age 3, and at age 15, he recorded the single "Pony Tail Partner" under the name "Bing Day" at Federal Records (1957). Day recorded several singles over the next ten years as 'Bing Day' and, also, 'Ford Hopkins'.
He moved to Los Angeles, California, in 1965 and began a career as one of the most listened to "unknown" artists in rock and roll. He became bassist with Johnny Rivers' Band.
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Who was Charles Wayne Day?
American musician (1942-2008)
When was Charles Wayne Day born?
Charles Wayne Day was born on 5 August 1942.
When did Charles Wayne Day die?
Charles Wayne Day died on 10 March 2008 in Healdsburg.
What was Charles Wayne Day's occupation?
Charles Wayne Day was a singer-songwriter.
What nationality was Charles Wayne Day?
Charles Wayne Day was American.
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