Robert Earl Keen | |
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_(cropped).jpg) Keen in 2018 | |
| Background information | |
| Born | January 11, 1956 |
| Origin | Houston, Texas, U.S. |
| Genres | Americana, country, alternative country |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar, mandolin |
| Years active | 1984–2024 |
| Labels | Dualtone, Arista, Sugar Hill, KOCH, Lost Highway, Rosetta |
| Website | robertearlkeen |
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 both independent and major record labels. His songs have had cover versions recorded by many musicians, including George Strait, Joe Ely, Lyle Lovett, The Highwaymen and Nanci Griffith.[2][3][4][5][6] Keen has toured extensively in the US and abroad throughout his career.
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- ^ "Lyle Lovett – Anthology Volume One Cowboy Man". Discogs – Music Database. June 29, 2022. Retrieved June 29, 2022.
- ^ "George Strait – One Step At A Time". Discogs – Music Database. June 29, 2022. Retrieved June 29, 2022.
- ^ "Joe Ely – Love And Danger". Discogs – Music Database. June 29, 2022. Retrieved June 29, 2022.
- ^ "Highwaymen – The Road Goes On Forever". Discogs – Music Database. June 29, 2022. Retrieved June 29, 2022.
- ^ "Nanci Griffith – Lone Star State of Mind". Discogs – Music Database. June 29, 2022. Retrieved June 29, 2022.