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Smiley Bates
- Origin
- Kirkland Lake
- Born
- 1937
- Genres
- musique country
Biography
Smiley Bates, born Harvey Edgar Bates on October 16, 1937, in Kirkland Lake, Ontario, was a Canadian country singer, songwriter, and musician. He recorded over forty albums during his career and sold over three million records worldwide. Bates also performed on radio stations such as CJKL-FM and CKJB. He passed away from cancer on January 8, 1997, in Bent River, Muskoka, Ontario, Canada.
Highlights
- Born on October 16, 1937, in Kirkland Lake, Ontario.
- Recorded over forty albums.
- Sold over three million records worldwide.
- Performed on radio stations CJKL-FM and CKJB.
Discography
- Fiddler's Dream1968
- 5-String Banjo Bluegrass1968
- Flat Top Guitar Instrumentals1969
- The Early Years2006
- 22 Songs from the Heart
- Sing Me a Sad Song
- SMILEY BATES — Pickin’ On The Flat Top
- More Country Tears
FAQ
How old is Smiley Bates?
Smiley Bates was born in 1937.
Where is Smiley Bates from?
Smiley Bates is from Kirkland Lake, Ontario, Canada.
What kind of music does Smiley Bates make?
Smiley Bates makes country music.
What are his biggest hits/albums?
Notable albums include 'Fiddler's Dream' (1968), '5-String Banjo Bluegrass' (1968), and 'Flat Top Guitar Instrumentals' (1969).
Since when has Smiley Bates been active?
Information on the start date of Smiley Bates's career is not specified.
Has he won any awards?
Smiley Bates has not won any known awards.
