Benny Barnes (singer) - Wikipedia
WebSinger-songwriter. Instrument (s) Vocals, guitar. Years active. 1956–1977. Labels. Starday, Mercury, Playboy. Benjamin Milam Barnes, Jr. (January 1, 1934 – August 8, 1985 [2]) was an American country music singer, songwriter, and guitarist. He is best known for his 1956 hit "Poor Man's Riches".
Benny Barnes - Wikipedia
WebBenny Jewell Barnes (born March 3, 1951) is an American former professional football player who was a cornerback in the National Football League for eleven seasons, all with the Dallas Cowboys. He played college football for the Stanford Cardinals in …
Benny Barnes Songs, Albums, Reviews, Bio & Mor... | AllMusic
WebExplore Benny Barnes's discography including top tracks, albums, and reviews. Learn all about Benny Barnes on AllMusic.
Benny Barnes Discography | Discogs
WebBenny Barnes. American singer, songwriter and guitarist, born January 1, 1936 in Beaumont, Texas; died August 8, 1987 in Beaumont, Texas. Worked with Rockabilly / Country band The Echoes (21), as Benny Barnes & The Echoes (21) . Known for writing "Poor Man's Riches".
Benny Barnes | mogc
WebSinger and guitar player Benny Barnes' recordings, popularized several songs written by the Big Bopper, including "Poor Man's Riches" (1956), "Beggar to a King" (1959), and "Token of Love" in 1960. Barnes became one of the most significant properties of Jack Clement and Bill Hall's Gulf Coast Recording Company.
Benny Barnes - Apple Music
WebListen to music by Benny Barnes on Apple Music. Find top songs and albums by Benny Barnes including A Poor Man’s Riches (Original Gusto Recordings), Fastest Gun Alive and more.
Barnes, Benjamin Milam, Jr. [Benny] - TSHA
WebJul 25, 2014 · Updated: July 22, 2020. Country singer, guitarist, and songwriter Benny Barnes. Courtesy of SugarHill Studios archives. Barnes, Benjamin Milam, Jr. [Benny] (1936–1987). Benny Barnes, country singer, guitarist, and songwriter, was born Benjamin Milam Barnes, Jr., in Beaumont, Texas, on January 1, 1936.
Benny Barnes live in Beaumont, Texas - YouTube
WebDec 27, 2007 · The late country singer Benny Barnes, one of my favorites, on stage 1975 at The Cricket Club in Beaumont, Texas. A great voice.
Benny Barnes | Bear Family Records
WebBenny Barnes | Bear Family Records. Who was/is Benny Barnes ? - CDs, Vinyl LPs, DVD and more. Benny Barnes. Poor Man's Riches. "I thought Benny was a fine singer. He was a great artist with a fine stage act. I never could understand why he didn't make it big." - H.W. 'Pappy' Daily on Benny Barnes.
'Poor Man's Riches' singer remembered 25 years after death
WebAug 27, 2012 · Benny Barnes died 25 years ago today. Enterprise file photo. File. SOUTHEAST TEXAS TALES. Country legend Benny Barnes always credited country standout George Jones for giving him his break....
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