Slim Whitman, RIP
Slim Whitman, the singer known for the 1952 hit “Indian Love Call,” died Wednesday (June 19) in Jacksonville, Fla. He was 89. His death from heart failure was confirmed by his son-in-law.
The sweeping falsetto vocals of “Indian Love Call” helped the single sell 1 million copies, as well as reach No. 2 on the country chart. It also became a Top 10 pop hit.
In addition, the single “Rose Marie” spent 11 weeks at No. 1 in England and reached the Top 5 on the country chart in 1954. Whitman joined the Grand Ole Opry cast in 1955. Between 1952 and 1954, Whitman earned eight Top 10 hits for Imperial Records. He landed his final Top 10 singles in 1971 with “Guess Who” and “Something Beautiful (To Remember).” – [CMT]
You may also remember that Slim Whitman‘s yodel saved us from Martians in 1996. A true country legend, we’ll miss you Slim. Rest in peace.
A few videos are below.
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Slim Whitman – “Indian Love Call”
Slim Whitman – “Rose Marie”
