Louvin’s career had experienced a revival with the 2007 self-titled album representing his first release in 10 years. It earned him his forth ever Grammy nomination. He released his second album in two years, The Battle Rages On, November 9 and taped a video for the project fall.
Born Charlie Elzer Loudermilk in Section, Alabama on July 7, 1927, Charlie and brother Ira eventually took the stage name Louvin. With Ira playing the mandolin and Charlie picking up the guitar, their career as The Louvin Brothers began in the 1940s. Their traditional sounds led them all the way to the Grand Ole Opry and Country Music Hall of Fame.
Their breakthrough album came out on Capitol in 1952, leading to their biggest success in the mid ‘50s with “When I Stop Dreaming,” “I Don’t Believe You’ve Met My Baby,” and “Hoping That You’re Hoping.”
The brother duo broke up in 1963, and Ira died in a 1965 car crash.
Charlie Louvin has completed upwards of 20 records, earned six Top 10 singles, and 15 Top 20 singles over the span of six decades.
His recordings have influenced generations of performers, including Emmylou Harris, Gram Parsons, Jack White, Johnny Cash and Alison Krauss.
Louvin is survived by his wife Betty, and three sons, Charlie Jr. (Sonny), Glenn and Kenneth. A private funeral for Louvin will be held in Nashville, on Sunday, January 30.
0 Comments