Howard, Paul, 1908-1984

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Country music performer and bandleader. Born July 10, 1908. Died June 18, 1984. Full name: Paul Jack Howard. Career most active 1940s-1950s. Bandleader of the Arkansas Cotton Pickers who appeared on the Grand Ole Opry during the 1940s. Credited with bringing western swing sounds to the Opry. Band alumni including prominent guitarists Grady Martin and Hank Garland.

From the description of Oral history interview with Paul Howard; 1975 June 16; interview conducted by Douglas B. Green. 1975 June 16. (Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center). WorldCat record id: 58840937

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United States
Subject
Country music
Country musicians
Country musicians
Western swing (Music)
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Birth 1908

Death 1984

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