About Larry Dale
Lived 1923 – 2010 (aged 87). Larry Dale was an American musician and singer.
Larry Dale (born Ennis L. Lowery, January 7, 1923 – May 19, 2010) was an American blues singer, guitarist and session musician.
Life and career He was born in Wharton, Texas, United States. He also wrote songs using the name Larry Dale Matthews. Dale made most of his best sides as a leader when the decade turned from the 1950s to the 1960s. For Glover Records he recorded the party blues "Let the Doorbell Ring" and "Big Muddy" in 1960, then revived Stick McGhee's "Drinkin' Wine-Spo-Dee-O-Dee" in 1962 on Atlantic.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Larry Dale?
American blues singer and guitarist (1923–2010)
When was Larry Dale born?
Larry Dale was born on 7 January 1923 in Texas.
When did Larry Dale die?
Larry Dale died on 19 May 2010 in New York City.
What was Larry Dale's occupation?
Larry Dale was a musician and singer.
What nationality was Larry Dale?
Larry Dale was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Larry Dale. https://biography.guide/larry-dale/
MLA: "Larry Dale." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/larry-dale/.
Chicago: "Larry Dale." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/larry-dale/.
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