Al Hawkes | |
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 Hawkes surrounded by his original recording equipment from Event Records | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Allerton Hawkes |
| Born | December 25, 1930 Providence, Rhode Island |
| Origin | Westbrook, Maine |
| Died | December 28, 2018 (aged 88) Westbrook, Maine |
| Genres | Bluegrass, country |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, musician, producer |
| Instrument(s) | Guitar, mandolin |
| Labels | Event Records |
| Website | http://www.alhawkes.com/ |
Al Hawkes (December 25, 1930 – December 28, 2018) was an American musician, founder of Event Records, and pioneer of the American bluegrass movement. He received state and national accolades, including being recognized as a member of the first generation of bluegrass musicians by the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Kentucky.