Road Hogby John D. Loudermilk

Artist Bio:
John D. Loudermilk was an American singer-songwriter born on March 31, 1934, in Durham, North Carolina. He was known for his contributions to the country and pop music genres during the 1950s and 1960s. Loudermilk wrote numerous hit songs for various artists, including "Tobacco Road" for the Nashville Teens, "Indian Reservation" for Paul Revere & the Raiders, and "Then You Can Tell Me Goodbye" for The Casinos. His songs often featured clever wordplay and storytelling, earning him recognition as a skilled lyricist.

In addition to songwriting, Loudermilk also had a successful solo career, releasing several albums and singles throughout the 1960s and 1970s. He was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1976 and continued to perform and write music until his passing on September 21, 2016, in Christiana, Tennessee. Loudermilk's legacy lives on through his timeless songs and influence on the music industry.