Red Simpson

Country music singer-songwriter

Red Simpson - Country music singer-songwriter
Born

March 6th, 1934
91 years ago

Died

2016
9 years ago — 82 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Born in 1934, a significant country music singer-songwriter emerged, contributing notably to the genre. Early in the career, worked as a studio musician and songwriter for established artists. Gained prominence in the 1960s with a unique style that blended traditional country sounds and themes. The album 'I'm a Truck' and the hit single 'Sam's Place' solidified a reputation in the trucking music sub-genre. Lyrics often reflected the lifestyle of truck drivers and included catchy hooks.

Released the album 'I'm a Truck'

Achieved a hit with 'Sam's Place'

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