Larry Collins (guitarist)

Larry Collins
Larry Collins
	2016 Collins single cover
Background information
Born	October 4, 1944; Tulsa, Oklahoma, U.S
Died	January 5, 2024 (aged 79); Santa Clarita, California, U.S.
Genres	Rockabilly; country; outlaw country; country rock; rock and roll;
Occupations	Musician; songwriter;
Instrument	Guitar
Years active	1954–2024
Formerly of	The Collins Kids

Lawrence Collins (October 4, 1944 – January 5, 2024) was an American guitarist, best known for being a part of The Collins Kids duo with his sister Lorrie, being mentored by Joe Maphis, and for his fast and energetic playing.^[1]

When The Collins Kids initially split up in 1961, Collins continued to perform as a solo artist, and most notably co-wrote the 1972 hit "Delta Dawn".

^ Dickerson, Deke (2018-02-22). "The Kid who Recorded the First Punk Rock Record (and Influenced Surf Guitar)". PleaseKillMe. Retrieved 2024-01-10.

[Dickerson_2018-1] Dickerson, Deke (2018-02-22). "The Kid who Recorded the First Punk Rock Record (and Influenced Surf Guitar)". PleaseKillMe. Retrieved 2024-01-10.

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Larry Collins (guitarist)

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