Hoyt Wayne Axton (March 25, 1938 – October 26, 1999) was an American folk music singer-songwriter, guitarist, and a film and television actor. He became prominent in the early 1960s, establishing himself on the West Coast as a folk singer with an earthy style and powerful voice. As he matured, some of his songwriting became well known throughout the world. Among them were “Joy to the World”, “The Pusher”, “No No Song”, “Greenback Dollar”, “Della and the Dealer”, and “Never Been to Spain”.
instruments played
Guitar
Vocals
Birth Name
Hoyt Wayne Axton
Genres
Country, folk, blues, rock
Occupations
Singer, songwriter, actor
Origin
Comanche, Oklahoma
Website
Years Active
1960 1999
Name
Hoyt Axton
Nationality
United States of America