Conway twitty news
Conway Twitty (1933-1993) was a legendary American country music singer, songwriter, and musician. Here are some news articles and updates about Conway Twitty:
Recent News
- In 2020, Conway Twitty's estate announced the release of a new album, "Conway Twitty: The Final Sessions", which features unreleased recordings from the 1980s and 1990s.
- In 2019, the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville, Tennessee, hosted an exhibit celebrating Conway Twitty's life and career, featuring memorabilia and artifacts from his time in the music industry.
Legacy and Impact
- Conway Twitty is widely regarded as one of the most successful country music artists of all time, with over 50 million records sold worldwide.
- He was a pioneer of the "countrypolitan" sound, a blend of country, pop, and rock music that became popular in the 1960s and 1970s.
- Twitty was known for his distinctive voice, which blended a smooth, velvety tone with a distinctive vibrato.
- He was a prolific songwriter and recorded over 500 songs during his career, including hits like "It's Only Make Believe", "Hello Darlin'", and "You've Never Been This Far Before".
Awards and Accolades
- Conway Twitty was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1999.
- He won numerous awards during his career, including 11 Grammy nominations and 2 Grammy Awards.
- Twitty was also a member of the Grand Ole Opry and the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame.
Personal Life
- Conway Twitty was married five times during his life, including to actresses Helen Cornelius and Dee Henry.
- He had a long-term relationship with actress and singer, Loretta Lynn.
- Twitty was known for his charismatic stage presence and was a popular performer in Las Vegas and other entertainment venues.
Trivia
- Conway Twitty's real name was Harold Lloyd Jenkins, and he was born in Friars Point, Mississippi.
- He began his music career as a rockabilly singer in the 1950s, before transitioning to country music in the 1960s.
- Twitty was a close friend and collaborator with other country music legends, including Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, and Johnny Cash.