Jacket - Billy Lee Riley

 
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Billy Lee Riley jacket
Jacket - Billy Lee Riley
Billy Lee Riley jacket
Billy Lee Riley jacket

Jacket - Billy Lee Riley

Object number2002.415.04
Datec. 1955
Mediumvelvet, satin, polyester
Dimensions33 1/2 in. (85.1 cm)
Credit LineOld State House Museum collection
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    DescriptionA jacket worn on stage by rockabilly musician Billy Lee Riley, a native of Pocahontas, Arkansas. The jacket is made of green velvet and features black satin lining and two black buttons. The jacket lapels, collar, pockets, and cuffs are lined with black polyester.

    Billy Lee Riley (1933-2009) was born in Pocahontas, Arkansas, and was a rockabilly musician, singer, record producer, and songwriter. He worked with many significant musicians such as Jerry Lee Lewis, Dean Martin, the Beach Boys, and Sammy Davis Jr. He originally worked with Sun Records, but eventually started his own labels entitled Rita Records, Nita, and Mojo. Billy Lee Riley is known for his hits "Rock With Me Baby" and "Red Hot".
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