Dale Hawkins Biography | 1950s MUSIC

Remembering Dale Hawkins Delmar Allen "Dale" Hawkins (August 22, 1936 – February 13, 2010)[2] was a pioneer American rock singer, songwriter, and rhythm guitarist who was often called the architect of swamp rock boogie. Career Hawkins was born in Goldmine Plantation in Richland Parish, Louisiana, and while in his early teens moved with his family to Bossier City. He began recording in 1956. In 1957, Hawkins was playing at Shreveport, Louisiana clubs, and although his music was influenced by the