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Born on December 22, 1921, in Huntington, West Virginia, Harold Franklin Hawkins, better known as Hawkshaw Hawkins, was destined for a life in music. At the age of 13, he traded five trapped rabbits for his first guitar, marking the beginning of his musical journey. Hawkins gained his nickname "Hawkshaw" after helping a neighbor find two missing fishing rods, reminiscent of the comic strip character, Hawkshaw the Detective. Hawkins' early career saw him performing on local radio stations and win

Nicknamed "Mr. Dynamo" or "The Hawk," Ronnie Hawkins was one of the pioneering artists of rock and roll. He played a significant role in shaping the Canadian rock scene, known for his high-energy performances and his knack for discovering young musical talent. The song "Mary Lou" is one of his most memorable hits, a captivating rockabilly track that brought him to a wider audience and became an icon of 50s rock and roll. The song was written by Young Jessie. However, Ronnie Hawkins's version is

On April 15th Country Music History will be made as Hawkshaw Hawkins Jr. takes to the stage in a place where his Father Pioneered the way for many Country Music Superstars. In this clip he sings the Classic Lonesome 77203 that many will recognize as done by Hawkshaw Hawkins. Don't miss this special 84th Aniiversary event https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/2289789/the-wheeling-jamboree-wheeling-the-capitol-theatre | Wheeling Jamboree USA