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Bill Black
Acting
Born September 17, 1936 · Memphis, Tennessee, USA
Died October 21, 1965
Also known as William Patton Black Jr.
Biography
William Patton Black Jr. was an American musician and bandleader who is noted as one of the pioneers of rock and roll. He played in Elvis Presley's early trio. Black later formed Bill Black's Combo.
Awards & recognition
- Rock and Roll Hall of Fame · 2009
