Marshall Lytle

Marshall Lytle
Marshall Lytle in 1997
Marshall Lytle in 1997
Background information
Birth nameMarshall Edward Lytle
Born(1933-09-01)September 1, 1933
Old Fort, North Carolina, U.S.
DiedMay 25, 2013(2013-05-25) (aged 79)
New Port Richey, Florida, U.S.
GenresRock and roll, country, rockabilly
Occupation(s)Bassist, songwriter, musician
InstrumentDouble bass
Years active1951–2013
LabelsEssex Records, Decca Records, Capitol Records, Rollin' Rock Records, Rockstar Records, Hydra Records, Dnd Records, Bucket List Studios Of Tampa Bay

Marshall Edward Lytle (September 1, 1933 – May 25, 2013)[1] was an American rock and roll bassist, best known for his work with the groups Bill Haley & His Comets and The Jodimars in the 1950s.[2] He played upright slap bass on the iconic 1950s rock and roll records "Crazy Man, Crazy", "Shake, Rattle and Roll", and "Rock Around the Clock".

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  2. ^ "VVN Music: Passings: Marshall Lytle of Bill Haley's Comets (1933–2013)". Vintagevinylnews.com. Retrieved May 26, 2013.