Roky Erickson

Rock Singer

Birthday July 15, 1947

Birth Sign Cancer

Birthplace Austin, TX

DEATH DATE May 31, 2019 (71)

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About

Psychedelic rock pioneer who was a co-founder of the band the 13th Floor Elevators. He has written songs like "We Sell Soul."

Before Fame

He was a proficient guitar and piano player by the age of ten.

Trivia

He earned his most successful songwriting credit with "You're Gonna Miss Me" in 1966.

Family Life

He had three children named Jegar, Spring, and Cydne with his wife Dana Gaines.

Associated With

Some of his songs were covered by Billy Gibbons' band ZZ Top.