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As per our current Database, Merle Travis is still alive (as per Wikipedia, Last update: May 10, 2020).
๐ Merle Travis - Age, Bio, Faces and Birthday
Currently, Merle Travis is 106 years, 11 months and 4 days old. Merle Travis will celebrate 107rd birthday on a Friday 29th of November 2024. Below we countdown to Merle Travis upcoming birthday.
Popular As |
Merle Travis |
Occupation |
Country Singer |
Age |
103 years old |
Zodiac Sign |
Sagittarius |
Born |
November 29, 1917 (KY) |
Birthday |
November 29 |
Town/City |
KY |
Nationality |
KY |
๐ Zodiac
Merle Travisโs zodiac sign is Sagittarius. According to astrologers, Sagittarius is curious and energetic, it is one of the biggest travelers among all zodiac signs. Their open mind and philosophical view motivates them to wander around the world in search of the meaning of life. Sagittarius is extrovert, optimistic and enthusiastic, and likes changes. Sagittarius-born are able to transform their thoughts into concrete actions and they will do anything to achieve their goals.
๐ Chinese Zodiac Signs
Merle Travis was born in the Year of the Snake. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Snake are seductive, gregarious, introverted, generous, charming, good with money, analytical, insecure, jealous, slightly dangerous, smart, they rely on gut feelings, are hard-working and intelligent. Compatible with Rooster or Ox.
About
Singer who developed his own guitar playing style called "Travis picking" and who released hit songs like "So Round, So Firm, So Fully Packed" and "Sixteen Tons."
Before Fame
He learned the five-string banjo from his father and from his neighbors, among them the father of the future Everly Brothers. Travis learned picking techniques that allowed bass and melody lines to play at the same time.
Trivia
He wrote the million-copy-selling "Smoke! Smoke! Smoke!" for Tex Williams. His own songs like "Divorce Me C.O.D" and "Three Times Seven" entered the Billboard top ten.
Family Life
He grew up in Rosewood, Kentucky, the son of a former tobacco farmer who turned to coal mining.
Associated With
Elvis Presley's guitarist who was influenced heavily by Travis, as were the Everly Brothers and many other respected artists.
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