Elton Britt

Elton Britt
Britt in March 1950
Britt in March 1950
Background information
Birth nameJames Elton Baker
Born(1913-06-27)June 27, 1913
Marshall, Arkansas, U.S.
DiedJune 22, 1972(1972-06-22) (aged 58)
McConnellsburg, Pennsylvania, U.S.
GenresCountry
Occupations
  • Singer
  • songwriter
  • musician
InstrumentGuitar
Years active1942–1970
"Listen to the Mocking Bird" record label

Elton Britt (born James Elton Baker; June 27, 1913 – June 22, 1972)[1] was an American country music singer, songwriter, and musician, who was best known for his western ballads and yodelling songs.

  1. ^ "Elton Britt | Biography & History". AllMusic. Retrieved August 4, 2021.