Ray, Wade, musician;

Biographical notes:

Western swing fiddler. Born April 6, 1918. Died 1998. Full name: Lyman Wade Ray. Western swing fiddler and vocalist. Started his career as a child performer and during his long career worked with numerous artists, including Pappy Cheshire's National Champion Hillbillies, the Prairie Ramblers, Sons of the Pioneers, Ray Price, and Willie Nelson. He also had a brief solo career during the 1950s and managed the Renfro Valley Barn Dance, 1967-1970.

From the description of Oral history interview with Wade Ray; 1974 October 4; interview conducted by Douglas B. Green. 1974 Oct. 4 (Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center). WorldCat record id: 58841306

From the description of Oral history interview with Wade Ray; 1974 September 25; interview conducted by Douglas B. Green. 1974 Sept. 25. (Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center). WorldCat record id: 58841308

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Subjects:

  • Country music
  • Country musicians
  • Country musicians
  • Fiddlers
  • Fiddlers

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  • United States (as recorded)
  • United States (as recorded)