About Harlow Wilcox
Lived 1943 – 2002 (aged 59). Harlow Wilcox was an American songwriter.
Harlow Wilcox (January 28, 1943 – August 26, 2002) was an American session musician from Norman, Oklahoma. In 1969 he released the instrumental single "Groovy Grubworm" on Plantation Records (as Harlow Wilcox and the Oakies), which hit No. 30 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart late that year. Two albums followed. "Groovy Grubworm" has sold over a million copies and was nominated for a Grammy in 1969. On August 26, 2002, Wilcox died from a heart attack at his home in Oklahoma City.
Discography
Albums Year Album US Country Label 1970 Groovy Grubworm and Other Golden Guitar Greats 31 Plantation 1972 Cripple Cricket and Other Country Critters —
Singles Year Single Chart Positions Album US Country US CAN Country CAN 1969 "Groovy Grubworm" 42 30 1 20 Groovy Grubworm and Other Golden Guitar Greats
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Harlow Wilcox?
American musician
When was Harlow Wilcox born?
Harlow Wilcox was born on 28 January 1943.
When did Harlow Wilcox die?
Harlow Wilcox died on 26 August 2002.
What was Harlow Wilcox's occupation?
Harlow Wilcox was a songwriter.
What nationality was Harlow Wilcox?
Harlow Wilcox was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Harlow Wilcox (musician)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Harlow Wilcox. https://biography.guide/harlow-wilcox-songwriter/
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