Stanley, Ralph Leslie, 1951-

Pioneer bluegrass performer. Born February 25, 1927. Full name: Ralph Edmond Stanley. Banjoist and singer. Performed with brother, Carter Stanley, as the Stanley Brothers from the late 1940s until Carter's death in 1966. Recorded for Columbia, Mercury, and King record labels. In 1966 he formed the Clinch Mountain Boys. Member, International Bluegrass Music Hall of Honor.

From the description of Oral history interview with Ralph Stanley; 1968 October 19; interview conducted by Thomas D. Warren. 1968 Oct. 19. (Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center). WorldCat record id: 58841337

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