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Ira Louvin | |
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Birth name | Ira Lonnie Loudermilk |
Born | April 21, 1924 |
Origin | Section, Alabama, U.S. |
Died | June 20, 1965 Williamsburg, Missouri, U.S. | (aged 41)
Genres | Country, gospel |
Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter |
Instrument | Mandolin |
Years active | 1940–1965 |
Labels | MGM, Capitol |
Ira Lonnie Loudermilk (April 21, 1924 – June 20, 1965), known professionally as Ira Louvin, was an American country music singer, mandolinist and songwriter. He was a cousin of songwriter John D. Loudermilk.