Hank Snow
Country music singer-songwriter
Born
May 9th, 1914
111 years ago
Died
December 20th, 1999
25 years ago — 85 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent figure in country music, this artist began his career in the 1930s and achieved recognition for a unique blend of traditional and contemporary styles. Numerous hits appeared on the Billboard country charts, with particular success in the 1950s and 1960s. A significant moment came with the song 'I'm Movin' On,' which topped the charts and solidified his status in the genre. The artist also contributed to the establishment of the Grand Ole Opry, performing regularly and boosting the careers of many other musicians.
Released the chart-topping song 'I'm Movin' On'
Inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1979
Performed regularly on the Grand Ole Opry
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