Artist Bio:
Gene Pitney was an American singer-songwriter who achieved success in the 1960s with hits such as "Town Without Pity" and "Only Love Can Break a Heart." He was born on February 17, 1940, in Hartford, Connecticut, and began his music career in the late 1950s. Pitney was known for his distinctive high-pitched voice and emotional delivery, which set him apart from other artists of his time.
In addition to his solo career, Gene Pitney also wrote songs for other artists, including "Hello Mary Lou" for Ricky Nelson and "He's a Rebel" for The Crystals. He continued to perform and record music throughout the 1960s and 1970s, with occasional comebacks in the following decades. Pitney was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2002. He passed away on April 5, 2006, while on tour in Wales, leaving behind a legacy of memorable hits and contributions to the music industry.
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