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Ray Harris

Ray Harris (September 7, 1927 – November 13, 2003) was an American rockabilly musician and songwriter. He formed a band with Wayne Powers, and wrote the songs "Come On, Little Mama" and "Greenback Dollar, Watch and Chain". He eventually recorded these at Sun Records with Sam Phillips.

Also recorded as Homer Ray Harris

Ray Harris

Born
1927 · Mississippi.
Died
2003 · Mississippi.
Nationality
United States
Occupation
record producer · musician

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Ray Harris (7 September 1927 – 13 November 2003) was a musician.

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Ray Harris was born on 7 September 1927 in Tupelo, Mississippi, United States. Ray Harris died on 13 November 2003 in Mooreville, Mississippi, United States.

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