Swamp Dogg
One of the most elusive and obscure—while at the same time iconic and influential—singers of popular music, Swamp Dogg has persevered for over five decades as an entertainer in various capacities. Since his transformation in the late 1960s from Jerry Williams to Swamp Dogg, he has incorporated his sense of humor into his music, especially in songs like “Total Destruction to Your Mind” from his classic first album. With his strange lyrics and oft-times absurd subject matter, Swamp Dogg never gained mainstream attention via his own music. He has, however, had more than a modicum of success as a producer and songwriter, spanning the R&B, rock and country genres. He has worked with artists like Johnny Paycheck, Gene Pitney and Arthur... Read More
- City Of Origin:
- Portsmouth, Virginia, United States
- Genre:
- Soul, Funk
- Birthdate:
- 07/12/1942
