Larry Collins (guitarist)
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]
Larry Collins
October 4, 1944
Tulsa, Oklahoma, U.S
January 5, 2024 (aged 79)
Santa Clarita, California, U.S.
- Musician
- songwriter
Guitar
1954–2024
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".
Later works[edit]
When he was not a part of The Collins Kids, Collins continued to perform as a solo artist.[9][7] Collins went on to write and produce hits for many well known country music stars, and is most notable for co-writing the 1972 hit "Delta Dawn" with Alex Harvey[10] and the 1981 country hit "You're the Reason God Made Oklahoma" with Sandy Pinkard.[8]
Equipment[edit]
Collins was known for playing a double-neck Mosrite guitar like his mentor, Joe Maphis.[10]
Personal life and death[edit]
Lawrence Collins was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, on October 4, 1944,[10] and died of natural causes in Santa Clarita, California, on January 5, 2024, at the age of 79.[11]