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Joe Ely, who influenced a generation of songwriters with his music, dies at 78 - Texas Public Radio | TPR

Joe Ely never broke out into the mainstream, but has been a beloved Texas treasure for five decades. His death Monday at age 78 brought tributes from fans and fellow musicians alike.

By:Nathan Cone
Source:Texas Public Radio
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Joe Ely, who influenced a generation of songwriters with his music, dies at 78 - Texas Public Radio | TPR
Texas songwriter Joe Ely, whose career took him from the dusty and flat landscape of the Texas Panhandle around the world, collaborating with fellow troubadours Jimmie Dale Gilmore and Butch Hancock … [+3981 chars]

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