Robert Earl Keen

Robert Earl Keen
Keen in 2018
Keen in 2018
Background information
Born (1956-01-11) January 11, 1956 (age 68)
OriginHouston, Texas, U.S.
GenresAmericana, country, alternative country
Occupation(s)Singer, songwriter
Instrument(s)Vocals, guitar, mandolin
Years active1984–2024
LabelsDualtone, Arista, Sugar Hill, KOCH, Lost Highway, Rosetta
Websiterobertearlkeen.com

Robert Earl Keen (born January 11, 1956)[1] is an American country singer-songwriter and entertainer. Debuting with 1984's No Kinda Dancer, the Houston native has recorded 20 full-length albums for independent and major record labels. His songs been covered by artists including George Strait, Joe Ely, Lyle Lovett, The Highwaymen and Nanci Griffith.[2][3][4][5][6] Keen has toured in the U.S. and abroad.

  1. ^ Rose, Mike (January 11, 2023). "Today's famous birthdays list for January 11, 2023 includes celebrities Mary J. Blige, Amanda Peet". Cleveland.com. Retrieved January 10, 2023.
  2. ^ "Lyle Lovett – Anthology Volume One Cowboy Man". Discogs – Music Database. June 29, 2022. Retrieved June 29, 2022.
  3. ^ "George Strait – One Step At A Time". Discogs – Music Database. June 29, 2022. Retrieved June 29, 2022.
  4. ^ "Joe Ely – Love And Danger". Discogs – Music Database. June 29, 2022. Retrieved June 29, 2022.
  5. ^ "Highwaymen – The Road Goes On Forever". Discogs – Music Database. June 29, 2022. Retrieved June 29, 2022.
  6. ^ "Nanci Griffith – Lone Star State of Mind". Discogs – Music Database. June 29, 2022. Retrieved June 29, 2022.