He was born into a challenging family environment, with a father who struggled with alcohol abuse, which deeply affected his childhood.
Vaughan's career took off after he formed Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble, leading to a series of successful albums and performances.
Stevie Ray Vaughan was an American blues guitarist known for his influential style and powerful performances.
Biography
Early Life
Stephen Ray Vaughan, known as Stevie Ray Vaughan, was born on October 3, 1954, in Dallas, Texas. He grew up in a family that faced many challenges, including his father's struggles with alcohol abuse. Vaughan's early life was marked by frequent relocations across several states, including Arkansas and Louisiana, before settling in the Oak Cliff section of Dallas. Despite his shy demeanor, Vaughan found solace in music, receiving his first guitar at the age of seven. His admiration for his older brother, Jimmie Vaughan, inspired him to pursue music, leading him to learn by ear and play along with various artists.
Career
Vaughan's music career began in earnest in the late 1960s when he joined several bands, including the Southern Distributor and Liberation. His talent quickly caught the attention of other musicians, and he formed the blues rock trio Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble. Although his mainstream career lasted only seven years, Vaughan became a pivotal figure in the revival of blues music, known for his fiery guitar style and powerful performances. He released several albums, including "Texas Flood" and "In Step," which showcased his unique blend of blues, rock, and funk. Vaughan's influence extended beyond his lifetime, inspiring countless artists across genres.
Legacy
Stevie Ray Vaughan passed away on August 27, 1990, but his impact on music endures. He is celebrated as one of the greatest guitarists of all time, with a legacy that continues to inspire musicians today. His posthumous releases, including "The Sky Is Crying," have solidified his status as a blues icon. Vaughan's work has influenced a new generation of artists, and he is remembered not only for his musical genius but also for his contributions to the blues genre, making him a leading light in American music history.
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Discography
Bumbershoot Arts Festival 1985 (Live)2015
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The Fire Meets The Fury (The Radio Broadcasts 1989)2012
- 1.The House Is a Rockin'
- 2.Tightrope
- 3.Look at Little Sister
- 4.Let Me Love You Baby
- 5.Texas Flood
- 6.Leave My Little Girl Alone
- 7.Wall of Denial
- 8.Cold Shot
- 9.Life Without You
- 10.Superstition
- 11.Crossfire
- 12.Voodoo Child
The Best of Stevie Ray Vaughan2007
- 1.Pride and Joy3:42
- 2.Little Wing6:49
- 3.Taxman3:34
- 4.Texas Flood5:22
- 5.Couldn’t Stand the Weather4:43
- 6.Tightrope4:40
- 7.Voodoo Chile (slight return)11:57
- 8.Scuttle Buttin’1:52
- 9.Empty Arms3:30
- 10.Life Without You4:18
- 11.Look at Little Sister3:09
- 12.Change It3:59
- 13.Ain’t Gone ’n’ Gave Up on Love6:09
- 14.Boot Hill2:16
- 15.Dirty Pool6:34
Solos, Sessions & Encores2007
- 1.The Sky Is Crying7:02
- 2.Soulful Dress3:27
- 3.Don’t Stop by the Creek, Son4:06
- 4.Miami Strut3:00
- 5.Na-Na-Ne-Na-Nay3:12
- 6.Goin’ Down (live)5:30
- 7.Oreo Cookie Blues (live)6:55
- 8.On the Run (live)5:33
- 9.Albert’s Shuffle (live)7:09
- 10.You Can’t Change It (live)4:26
- 11.You Can Have My Husband2:56
- 12.Texas Flood (live)5:53
- 13.Pipeline3:02
- 14.Let’s Dance7:37
Collections2005
- 1.Look at Little Sister3:09
- 2.Tightrope4:40
- 3.Texas Flood5:22
- 4.Boot Hill2:15
- 5.Dirty Pool5:02
- 6.Scuttle Buttin'1:51
- 7.Scratch-N-Sniff2:43
- 8.Ain't Gone 'N' Give Up on Love6:08
- 9.Wham2:26
- 10.Change It3:56
Martin Scorsese Presents the Blues2003
- 1.Slide Thing (live)3:04
- 2.All Your Love I Miss Loving (live)6:13
- 3.Pride and Joy3:40
- 4.Dirty Pool5:01
- 5.Texas Flood5:22
- 6.Hug You, Squeeze You (live)3:50
- 7.The Things (That) I Used to Do4:54
- 8.Honey Bee2:42
- 9.Give Me Back My Wig4:07
- 10.The Sky Is Crying (live)7:21
- 11.Look at Little Sister3:09
- 12.Empty Arms3:04
- 13.Come On (Part III)4:31
- 14.Ain't Gone 'n' Give Up on Love (live)6:36
- 15.Mary Had a Little Lamb (live)6:12
- 16.Leave My Girl Alone4:16
Tin Pan Alley2000
- 1.Texas Flood5:23
- 2.Couldn’t Stand the Weather4:43
- 3.Voodoo Chile (slight return)8:01
- 4.Tin Pan Alley (a.k.a. Roughest Place in Town)9:12
- 5.Change It3:59
- 6.Pride and Joy3:41
- 7.The Sky Is Crying4:38
- 8.Life Without You4:20
- 9.Little Wing6:50
- 10.Mary Had a Little Lamb2:49
- 11.Scuttle Buttin’1:53
- 12.The House Is Rockin’2:26
- 13.Cold Shot4:02
- 14.Look at Little Sister3:10
- 15.Superstition (live)4:40
- 16.Voodoo Chile (slight return, live)9:38
The Thunderbroad1999
- 1.Young & Dumb5:56
- 2.I Feel Like Breaking Up Somebody's Home3:30
- 3.He's Gotta Use His Head to Turn Me On5:22
- 4.Someday3:11
- 5.Diving Duck4:08
- 6.Scratch My Back3:39
- 7.Rock 'n' Roll 8004:47
- 8.Not Even Me3:32
- 9.Natural Born Lover3:36
- 10.Te Ni Nee Ni Nu2:50
- 11.I'll Change That Too3:08
- 12.Shake a Hand4:25
Westwood One FM (Live)1989
- 1.The House Is Rockin (live)2:32
- 2.Tightrope (live)5:43
- 3.Look At Little Sister (live)4:58
- 4.Texas Flood (live)7:09
- 5.Leave My Girl Alone (live)5:52
- 6.Wall of Denial (live)5:45
- 7.Superstition (live)4:48
- 8.Cold Shot (live)6:33
- 9.Life Without You (live)12:43
- 10.Crossfire (live)4:00
- 11.Voodoo Chile (live)11:33
Premium Best1988
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1987: Live at the Ocean Center, Daytona Beach, Florida, USA1987
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Stubb’s Barbecue 19781978
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Jiving Jam
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Best 2000
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Blues Feelin' - Die schönsten Bluesballaden
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Box Set 3
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Let the Good Times Roll
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Stevie Ray Vaughan Mix
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Essential Classics, Vol. 472: Stevie Ray Vaughan2024
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Rock Masters: Lip Stopping Baby2005
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A Tale Untold 31985
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In the open, KFAT 'Fat Fry', Gilroy, CA, 20.08.19791979
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In Step
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Unforgettable Night
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Rock Masters: Texas Flood
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Gallery
Label
- Record label
- Epic Records
Achievements
- Award
- Grammy Awards
Groups
- Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Troubleeponymouscurrent
- The Cobrascurrent
- The Vaughan Brotherscurrent
- Triple Threatguitarcurrent
- Double Troubleoriginal · 1978–1990
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Identifiers & aliases
Also known as: SRV, Stephen Ray Vaughan, Stevie Ray Vaugham, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Stevie Vaughan, Stivie Ray Vaughn
Stephen Ray Vaughan, also known abbreviated as SRV, was an American musician, best known as the guitarist and frontman of the blues rock trio Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble. Although his mainstream career spanned only seven years, he is considered one of the most influential musicians in the history of blues music, and one of the greatest guitarists of all time. He was the younger brother of guitarist Jimmie Vaughan.
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