Pyle, Pete, 1920-1995

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Country performer. Born 1920. Singer, songwriter, and bandleader. Career most active in the Southeast during the 1940s and 1950s. Songwriting credits include "Highway of Sorrow" recorded by bluegrass pioneer Bill Monroe.

From the description of Oral history interview with Pete Pyle; 1974 October 2; interview conducted by Douglas B. Green. 1974 Oct. 2. (Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center). WorldCat record id: 58841305

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Birth 1920-04-18

Death 1995-03-11

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