Link Wray is an American Rock and Roll pioneer.
Controversy
In 1958, Wray released a controversial instrumental titled "Rumble". The song was unique at the time due to it's use of distortion and feedback. Authorities believed the song glorified juvenile delinquency and feared it would cause violent behavior. Subsequently, "Rumble" was banned from radio.
Notable Recordings
Featured Video
Whatever happened to Fae Wray?(1 Answer)
A:
She died in her sleep in her Manhattan Apartment on August 8, 2004. She was supposed to do a cameo appearance in the 2005 remake of King Kong.
Whatever happened to Nicole Wray? I need her to come out with something new!(1 Answer)
A:
She's coming out with a new album titled "Ms. America."
References
Fast Facts
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Name
Fred Lincoln Wray Jr
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Born
May 2, 1929
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Died
November 5, 2005
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Genres
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Origin
Dunn, North Carolina
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Active
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Albums
19
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Labels
Epic Records, Polydor Records, Virgin Records
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Fact:
Veteran of the Korean War
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Fact:
2006 Honored by "The First Americans in the Arts" with the Life Time Achievement Award
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2006
Inducted into the Native American Music Hall of Fame
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Fact:
January 15 declared Link Wray Day in Maryland
