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Roy Orbison
Roy Orbison, born Roy Kelton Orbison on April 23, 1936, died December 6, 1988. He was a singer-songwriter and musician who worked in the genres of rock and roll, rockabilly and pop. His rich baritone voice had a four-octave range. Some of the top singers of our time said he had the greatest voice they ever heard. His awards are numerous, including multiple Grammy Awards and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. All questions about his life and music can be found here.
143 Questions
How many records did roy orbison sell to date?
Roy Orbison has sold over 100 million records worldwide to date. He was a highly successful and influential artist in the rock and roll and country music genres. Orbison's distinctive voice and emotive songwriting have contributed to his enduring popularity and record sales over the years.
Who were roy orbison's backup singers in black and white night performance?
Well, honey, during Roy Orbison's Black and White Night performance, his backup singers were none other than k.d. lang, Jennifer Warnes, and Bonnie Raitt. Those ladies knew how to harmonize like nobody's business and brought some serious soul to the stage. It was a performance for the ages, let me tell you!
No, Roy Orbison was not an albino. He had a condition called heterochromia, which caused one of his eyes to appear darker than the other. Albinism is a genetic condition characterized by a lack of pigment in the skin, hair, and eyes, which was not the case for Roy Orbison.
What happened to Roy Orbison's Iron Cross?
Roy Orbison's Iron Cross was stolen in 1988 from his home in Hendersonville, Tennessee. The Iron Cross was a custom-made piece of jewelry that he often wore during performances. Despite efforts to locate the stolen item, it has never been recovered. Orbison expressed his disappointment over the theft, as the Iron Cross held sentimental value to him.
Why did orbison wear dark glasses?
they were prescription, much like jack nicholson's glasses, and hence why he wears them indoors.
Roy Orbison was NOT blind, was NOT crosseyed and was NOT an albino. Lets get that out of the way. He did wear glasses because he had trouble seeing. Before a show he forgot his prescription (clear) glasses and the only prescription pair he had were sunglasses. Fabulous pictures were taken and he stayed with it. He also decided he liked them better.
When did Roy orbison play at the fairfield hall croydon?
June 1985, I wa s there, it was a fantadtic performance from the big O, gone nut not forgotten.
he's right here in hendersonville tn play with music with him and he plays some great stuff been a friend of his for over 25 years
Why did roy orbison wear sun glasses?
they were prescription, much like jack nicholson's glasses, and hence why he wears them indoors.
Roy Orbison was NOT blind, was NOT crosseyed and was NOT an albino. Lets get that out of the way. He did wear glasses because he had trouble seeing. Before a show he forgot his prescription (clear) glasses and the only prescription pair he had were sunglasses. Fabulous pictures were taken and he stayed with it. He also decided he liked them better.
Why did Roy Orbison wear a cross?
It is an iron cross, a traditional NOT NAZI German military decoration. He lost his original one so his wife got him the one we most often see him with. No one really knows why he wore it.
2nd Answereer says:
Mr. Roy Orbison wore the cross for several reasons. The most obvious reason was his love for motorcycles. Roy was an avid motorcycle fan. It is a symbol widely used in the chopper world by chopper builders and riders. You will often see it associated with Harley-Davison motorcycles.
Roy also wore the cross because he was a Bible-based Christian. Specifically, he was a Baptist. His life was marred with tragedy and rejection because he felt that he was considered unattractive. In an interview, Roy acknowledged how he leaned on Christ to get him through those tough times. Barbara, his second wife, resembles his first wife Claudette. She had died in a tragic motorcycle accident. This was another reason he wore it. He had a difficult time getting though that and the symbol used for a motorcycle and the cross aspect (Christianity), helped him cope with the loss. Claudette, his first wife, and Roy loved riding their motorcycles.
His second wife, Barbara, adamantly discouraged any and all talk of his Christianity. Sadly, Barbara also never bothered to even give him a modest gravemarker. There is nothing there- so you can walk over over his dead body and never know it. He's buried in Westwood Memorial Park in Westwood, California. If you can come across the caretaker, he will pace it out and show you where #97 is buried. He is known there as # 97. Roy died on December 6th, 1988 and still, Barbara Orbison, his second wife, has yet to find the decency to mark his grave with a modest marker.
3rd Answereer says:
Elvis Pesley hailed Roy as the epitome of a singer, The Beatles were awed by his powerful voice, and MANY in the music industry were simply dumb-struck by his simple delivery.
R.I.P. to 'just another man in black', 'The Big O', Roy Kelton Orbison.
For more information, please see the link below...
Where was the location of the bayou Roy Orbison was singing about in Blue Bayou?
Blue Bayou is an intangible figurative place.
It only exists in the hearts, minds, and emotions of people.
Roy Kelton Orbison (April 23, 1936 - December 6, 1988) was an American singer and songwriter world-renowned for his deeply-moving emotional ballads delivered by a powerful and distinctive voice through complex compositions. His voice was once hailed by Elvis Presley as 'iconic'. The Beatles were dumb-founded in 1963 by his simple, non-animated delivery. Bernie Taupin is said to have written that Roy's music always made radical left-turns... It just goes on and on...
His amazing 4-octave range was so revered by his contemporaries that I feel compelled to provide the related links below for more information:
Did Roy Orbison sing Bridge Over Troubled Waters?
No. The song was written by Paul Simon & Art Garfunkel.
According to Paul Simon it was based on a line from the 1958 song "Mary Don't You Weep" (I'll be your bridge over deep water if you trust in me) that was written by Claude Jeter & performed by his band the Swan Silvertones.
Who sang Crying after Roy Orbison?
There were also versions of Crying done by Jay and the Americans and Don Mclean.
Did Roy Orbison play in Glasgow?
He performed at the Odeon Cinema, Glasgow in June 1963. The Beatles were the supporting band. I was there.
David
Was Roy Orbison a heroin addict?
Yes, he had very light hair as a child that was sometimes referred to as white. He started dyeing it black at an early age.
Did Roy Orbison ever sing the song 'Hold on Tight' by ELO?
Not that I can find any reference to.
Sorry, Roy Orbison is not featured in the 1981 video found on YouTube.
Why did Roy Orbison wear dark sunglasses?
Jimi Hendrix never wore sunglasses, even when he played at outdoor festivals in bright sunshine. There is only one photo of him with sunnies on, & they weren't rose coloured...
Who wrote penny arcade sung by roy orbison?
http://www.wakefieldexpress.co.UK/the-guide-around-clubland/Looking-back-to-glory-days.3855779.jp
http://www.rollbacktheyears.co.UK/sammyking.htm
I also believe that in the sixties Sammy King and The Voltaires covered the Four Seasons' "Rag Doll"
Does Roy Orbison have any other children?
Roy's first wife, Claudette, was killed in a motorcycle accident in 1966. In 1968 Roy's house caught on fire and 2 of his 3 sons died. His youngest son, Wesley was saved by Roy's parents. Roy met his 2nd wife, Barbara in 1968 and they had two sons together.
Richard "Dick" Clark Jr. was 82 years old when he died on April 18, 2012 (birthdate: November 30, 1929).
What was the name of the Roy Orbison song that was a hit for Linda Ronstadt?
In 1974, Linda Ronstadt included a recording of "You're No Good" on her double platinum album Heart Like a Wheel. Released as a single, Ronstadt's version, which featured Andrew Gold on guitar, topped the Billboard Hot 100 in 1975.
What is value of 1956 Roy Orbison autographed program?
I have one authenticated. I've not seen another authentic version on a business card. Mine was from a fencing company who did repair work at Graceland in 1960 when Elvis returned from Germany.
$1500-$2500
