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Roy Orbison

Musician

Roy Orbison (April 23, 1936 – December 6, 1988) was an American singer-songwriter from Vernon, Texas, known for his three-octave voice and hits such as "Only the Lonely" and "Oh, Pretty Woman."

Born April 23, 1936 in Vernon, Texas. Died December 6, 1988 (heart attack). Known for a powerful three-octave voice, trademark dark sunglasses (noted in reviews as worn after a concert mishap), major hits in the early 1960s and a late-1980s comeback (Mystery Girl). Member of the Traveling Wilburys and collaborator with artists including George Harrison, Jeff Lynne and Bob Dylan.

Reviews emphasize Roy Orbison's dramatic three-octave voice and signature dark sunglasses. They cover his 1950s–60s hits and the late-1980s comeback culminating in Mystery Girl. Overall reception on DeBaser is admiring and nostalgic.

For:Fans of classic rock, 1950s–60s pop, and dramatic vocalists.

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 Last night I dreamed of Roy Orbison.

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 Oh Pretty Woman, a big hit of the summer of 1964, brought to new life in 1990 by the film of the same name with Richard Gere and Julia Roberts.

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