Bob Wills was an American musician, songwriter, and bandleader who was known as the "King of Western Swing." Born on June 24, 1905, in Kosse, Texas, Wills grew up surrounded by music and began playing the fiddle at a young age. He formed his own band, Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys, in the late 1930s and went on to become one of the most popular and influential musicians of the Western swing genre.
Wills' unique blend of country, jazz, and big band music captivated audiences across the United States and earned him numerous accolades. He was a pioneer of the Western swing style, which combined the energy of swing music with the storytelling traditions of country music. His music featured virtuosic fiddle playing, lush vocal harmonies, and a distinctive blend of traditional and modern styles.
Throughout his long and storied career, Wills released numerous hit songs, including "New San Antonio Rose," "Faded Love," and "Take Me Back to Tulsa." He won numerous awards, including multiple Grammy Awards, and was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and the Western Swing Hall of Fame. Wills' legacy continues to inspire musicians and fans alike, and his music remains a beloved part of American cultural heritage.
Hank Williams – Live At The Grand Ole Opry (MG15019) 1976 (LP)
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Bob Wills & His Texas Playboys - The Very Best Of Bob Wills And The Texas Pla...
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Leon McAuliffe & Bob Wills Texas Playboys . Jambalaya Rec. 12” Vinyl LP . Ex .
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Bob Wills, Greatest Hits of Texas, 1984 Rhino RNDF 284 7" Texas Shaped Pic Disc
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Bob Wills And His Texas Playboys – The Tiffany Transcriptions Vol. 1 LP EX/VG
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BOB WILLS ANTHOLOGY LP 1977 ISSUE OF TRACKS FROM 1935-1946 UK
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Bob Wills And His Texas Playboys - Self Titled - Rare Import Record 1973 MCA
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Western Swing LP collection - BOB WILLS, BILL BOYD, HANK THOMPSON, more
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BOB WILLS AND HIS TEXAS PLAYBOYS - 1953 - LP Album - 1991 - Western Swing
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MONO LP33 Bob Wills – The Rare Presto Transcriptions Volume 3 PROMOTIONAL COPY
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Bob Wills And His Texas Playboys For The Last Time UA-LA216-J2 2 x Vinyl LP BOX
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Asleep At The W Still The King: Celebrating The Music Of Bob Wills & His (Vinyl)
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BOB WILLS AND HIS TEXAS PLAYBOYS LP 1973 USA EXPORT ISSUE USA
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BOB WILLS AND HIS TEXAS PLAYBOYS- BOB WILLS SPECIAL VINYL ALBUM COUNTRY
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BOB AND EARL 1969 ISLAND NoWIP6053 HARLEM SHUFFLE c/w I'LL KEEP RUNNING BACK
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MONO LP33 Bob Wills – The Rare Presto Transcriptions Volume 3 PROMOTIONAL COPY
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WILLS,BOB & HIS TEXAS PLAYBOYS TAKE IT AWAY: BEST OF THE LOST TRANS VINYL LP NEW
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BOB AND EARL 1969 ISLAND NoWIP6053 HARLEM SHUFFLE c/w I'LL KEEP RUNNING BACK
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Bob Wills Self Titled 1982 Vinyl LP Columbia Historic Edition FC 37468 EX/EX
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