Artist Bio:
Bill Black's Combo was an American instrumental rock band formed in the 1950s. The group was led by Bill Black, who was also the bassist for Elvis Presley's band, the Blue Moon Boys. The band's sound was a mix of rock and roll, R&B, and country music, and they were known for their tight, energetic performances. Bill Black's Combo had several hit singles in the early 1960s, including "Smokie, Part 2" and "White Silver Sands," which both reached the top ten on the Billboard charts.
Despite their success, Bill Black's Combo disbanded in 1967 after Bill Black's untimely death at the age of 39. The band's music has had a lasting influence on the rock and roll genre, and they are considered pioneers of the instrumental rock sound. Bill Black's Combo's music continues to be celebrated by fans of early rock and roll to this day.
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