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  • 10th April 1874
    Arkansas native and musician Arthur "Blind" Blake is born. He later becomes one of the foremost ragtime and blues guitarists of his time, influencing generations of musicians.
  • 10th April 1899
    Arkansas native and musician "Sleepy" John Estes is born in Ripley, Tennessee. He later gains fame as a blues guitarist and songwriter, making significant contributions to the genre.
  • 10th April 1921
    Arkansas native and musician Johnny Shines is born in Frayser, Tennessee. He later becomes a prominent blues singer and guitarist, known for his influential recordings and performances.
  • 10th April 1925
    Arkansas native and musician "Big" Joe Turner is born in Kansas City, Missouri. He later achieves fame as a blues and rhythm and blues singer, known for his powerful voice and energetic performances.
  • 10th April 1936
    Arkansas native and musician Bobby Smith is born in Helms, Arkansas. He later becomes a founding member of The Spinners, one of the most successful R&B groups of the 1970s.
  • 10th April 1949
    Arkansas native and musician Gary Stewart is born in Letcher County, Kentucky. He later achieves success as a country music singer and songwriter, known for his honky-tonk style and heartfelt lyrics.
  • 10th April 1950
    Arkansas native and musician Bobby Hatfield, best known as one half of the Righteous Brothers, is born in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin. He later gains fame for his distinctive tenor voice and soulful performances.
  • 10th April 1957
    Arkansas native and musician Steven "Steve" Gustafson is born in Linton, Indiana. He later becomes the bass guitarist for the alternative rock band 10,000 Maniacs, contributing to their success.
  • 10th April 1963
    Arkansas native and musician Warren Haynes is born in Asheville, North Carolina. He later gains fame as the guitarist for The Allman Brothers Band and Gov't Mule, showcasing his exceptional talent.
  • 10th April 1970
    Arkansas native and musician Kenny Lattimore is born in Washington, D.C. He later becomes a prominent R&B singer and songwriter, known for his smooth vocals and romantic ballads.
  • 10th April 1973
    Arkansas native and musician Ryan Kirby is born in Little Rock, Arkansas. He later achieves success as the vocalist for the metalcore band Fit for a King, captivating audiences with his powerful voice.
  • 10th April 1979
    Arkansas native and musician Laura Bell Bundy is born in Lexington, Kentucky. She later becomes known for her versatile talent as a singer, actress, and dancer, gaining recognition on Broadway and in country music.
  • 10th April 1988
    Arkansas native and musician Shay Mooney is born in Natural Dam, Arkansas. He later achieves success as one half of the country music duo Dan + Shay, winning multiple awards and topping the charts with their hit songs.
  • 10th April 1990
    Arkansas native and musician Maren Morris is born in Arlington, Texas. She later becomes a highly acclaimed country music singer and songwriter, earning Grammy Awards and widespread recognition.
  • 10th April 1996
    Arkansas native and musician Al Hibbler passes away in Chicago, Illinois. He leaves behind a legacy as a talented jazz and R&B singer, known for his distinctive baritone voice and memorable recordings.
  • 10th April 1998
    Arkansas native and musician Carl Perkins is posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, honoring his influential contributions to rockabilly music and his lasting impact on the genre.
  • 10th April 2001
    Arkansas native and musician Buddy Tate passes away in Chandler, Arizona. He leaves behind a legacy as a highly respected jazz saxophonist, known for his smooth sound and improvisational skill.
  • 10th April 2003
    Arkansas native and musician Sheb Wooley passes away in Nashville, Tennessee. He leaves behind a legacy as a versatile entertainer, known for his hit song "Purple People Eater" and his roles in film and television.
  • 10th April 2019
    Arkansas native and musician Otis Rush is posthumously inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame, honoring his influential contributions to the blues genre and his lasting impact on music.
  • 10th April 2020
    Arkansas native and musician Sam Phillips is posthumously inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame, recognizing his pioneering role in the development of rock and roll and his influence on country music.

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