Downing, Big Al, 1940-2005

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Country music performer. Born January 9, 1940. Toured with Wanda Jackson as part of the Poe Kats. Songwriting credits include the rock classic "Down On The Farm." During the late 1970s-1980s recorded fifteen country chart records. A featured artist on the musical project, From Where I Stand: The Black Experiences in Country Music (Warner Bros., 1998).

From the description of Oral history interview with Big Al Downing; 1996 February 27; interview conducted by John W. Rumble. 1996 Feb. 27. (Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center). WorldCat record id: 58840889

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African American country musicians
African American country musicians
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Birth 1940-01-09

Death 2005-07-04

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