McBride, Laura Lee Owens.

Country music singer. Born 1920. Died January 25, 1989. Career active 1940s-1980s. Daughter of singer Tex Owens, niece of Texas Ruby. Known as the first female vocalist to work with Bob Wills. Joined Wills in the early 1940s. Later performed and recorded with husband Dickie McBride. Remained an active performer and recording artist until her death.

From the description of Oral history interview with Laura Lee Owens McBride; 1974 June 2; interview conducted by Douglas B. Green and Bob Pinson. 1974 June 2. (Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center). WorldCat record id: 58841051

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