Person

Carl Perkins

Carl Lee Perkins (April 9, 1932 – January 19, 1998) was an American guitarist, singer and songwriter. A rockabilly great and pioneer of rock and roll, he began his recording career at the Sun Studio, in Memphis, beginning in 1954. Among his best-known songs are "Blue Suede Shoes", "Honey Don't", "Matchbox" and "Everybody's Trying to Be My Baby".

According to fellow musician Charlie Daniels, "Carl…

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Artist details

Type
Person
Area
United States
Born
April 9th, 1932
Died
January 19th, 1998
Genres
Labels
Rhino
Varèse Sarabande
Epic
Columbia
Snapper Music
Last updated: August 11th, 2021