Artist Bio:
Gene Pitney was an American singer-songwriter who was born on February 17, 1940, in Hartford, Connecticut, and passed away on April 5, 2006, in Cardiff, Wales. He was known for his powerful and emotional voice, as well as his ability to write and perform songs in various genres including pop, rock, and country. Pitney achieved success in the 1960s with hits like "Town Without Pity," "The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance," and "Only Love Can Break a Heart."
Throughout his career, Pitney released over 20 albums and had several top 40 hits in the United States and the United Kingdom. He was also a prolific songwriter, penning songs for other artists such as Ricky Nelson and Bobby Vee. Gene Pitney was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2002 and his music continues to be celebrated by fans of classic pop and rock music.
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