Artist Bio:
Ronnie Hawkins is a rock and roll musician who is best known for his work with his backing band, The Hawks. Born in 1935 in Huntsville, Arkansas, Hawkins first gained popularity in the late 1950s and early 1960s as one of the key players in the development of rockabilly music. He is often referred to as "The Hawk" and is known for his energetic live performances.
The Hawks, also known as The Band, were a Canadian-American rock group formed in the late 1950s. The band gained fame for their tight musicianship and served as the backing band for Ronnie Hawkins before moving on to work with Bob Dylan in the mid-1960s. The Hawks later achieved critical and commercial success on their own, most notably with their seminal album "Music from Big Pink" in 1968. The group's influence on the music industry continues to be felt to this day.
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