American Songwriter

On This Day in 1956, Marty Robbins Was at No. 1 With a Song That Became an International Hit for Two Other Artists

Sixty-nine years ago today, Marty Robbins was at the top of the country chart with a song that was a massive hit for other artists as well.

Dave Burgess, The Champs Frontman Known for Hit Song 'Tequila,' Dies at 90

Dave Burgess, the frontman of the rock band The Champs, has died. He was 90. According to an Anglin Funeral Home, Inc.

Champs Leader, ‘Tequila’ Hit Maker Dave Burgess Dead at 90

Dave Burgess, the guitarist who led the Champs to radio domination with their Latin-tinged, Pee-wee Herman-approved ...
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Devastation in the music world as Dave Burgess hit singer of Tequila dies aged 90

Dave Burgess, frontman of The Champs and co-creator of the hit “Tequila,” has died at 90 years old in Dover, Tenn., leaving a ...
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What was Dave Burgess' last album? Career highlights explored amid The Champs leader's death at 90

According to his obituary, Burgess died on October 19 in Dover, Tennessee. He was preceded in death by his parents and ...