Died On This Date (May 19, 2011) Larry Dale / Blues Singer and Guitarist
themusicsover Larry Dale (Born Ennis Lowery)
January 7, 1923 – May 19, 2010
Larry Dale was an in-demand session guitarist and singer who made his mark on numerous recordings during the ’50s and ’60s. He was also a popular side man on the road for many touring artists of that era. Over the years he worked with the likes of R&B saxophonist Paul Williams, Bob Gaddy, Cootie Williams, and Big Red McHouston. Dale also made several recordings of his own during the ’60s. His biggest hit was “Drinkin’ Wine (Spo-Dee-O-Dee)” Larry Dale was 86 when he passed away in his home on May 19, 2010
Cootie Williams is considered by many to be the greatest jazz trumpeter of the 1930s. His career began at age 14 when he played alongside saxophonist 
