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**Dale Hawkins** Born: August 22, 1936, Goldmine, Louisiana, USA Died: February 13, 2010 Dale Hawkins was a pioneering American rock singer, songwriter, producer, and rhythm guitarist, often referred to as the architect of swamp rock boogie. He was the brother of a fellow rockabilly pioneer and cousin to another influential musician. In 1957, Hawkins was performing in clubs in Shreveport, Louisiana, where he fused the new rock and roll style influenced by Elvis Presley and the guitar sounds of Scotty Moore with the heavy blues sound of black Louisiana artists. His swamp-rock classic, "Susie Q," featured a signature riff and solo by fellow Louisiana guitarist and future Rock and Roll Hall of Famer James Burton. The song is recognized as one of The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll, and Creedence Clearwater Revival's version on their 1968 debut album further popularized it. Hawkins enjoyed a long and successful career, recording numerous songs for Chess Records. In 1998, a compilation album titled *Dale Hawkins, Rock 'n' Roll Tornado* was released by Ace Records, featuring a collection of his early works and previously unreleased material. His other notable recordings include the cult classic "LA, Memphis and Tyler, Texas," and the 1999 release "Wildcat Tamer," which received a 4-star

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