Pee Wee King

Country musician and bandleader

Pee Wee King - Country musician and bandleader
Born

February 18th, 1914
111 years ago

Died

March 7th, 2000
25 years ago — 86 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A prominent figure in country music, significant contributions included the formation of the Golden West Cowboys. The use of the accordion in a country music context helped popularize the instrument in the genre. Best known for the hit song "Tennessee Waltz," which became a major crossover success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard charts. The musical style blended traditional country with Western swing, leaving a lasting influence on the genre.

Popularized the song 'Tennessee Waltz'

Formed the Golden West Cowboys band

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