Callahan, Bill

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Callahan, William, 1926-1981

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Callahan, William, 1926-1981

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1926-08-23

1926-08-23

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1981-03-18

1981-03-18

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Country performer. Born March 27, 1912. Died September 12, 2002. Career active 1930s-1950s. Real name: Homer C. Callahan. With brother, Walter "Joe" Callahan, formed the harmony duo the Callahan Brothers. The duo was known for their blues influence, expert yodeling, and comedy. Recorded for Decca during the 1940s and Columbia during the early 1950s.

From the description of Oral history interview with Bill Callahan; 1979 January 4; interview conducted by Ronnie Pugh and David Hayes. 1979 Jan. 4. (Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center). WorldCat record id: 58840850

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https://viaf.org/viaf/70737287

https://www.worldcat.org/identities/lccn-n2001063732

https://id.loc.gov/authorities/n2001063732

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