December 6, 1988
“On December 6, 1988, Roy Kelton Orbison passed away suddenly from a heart attack. Death, as it so often does, left his plans unfinished: with a return ticket to Paris to rendezvous with wife Barbara Orbison for a second honeymoon,…
“On December 6, 1988, Roy Kelton Orbison passed away suddenly from a heart attack. Death, as it so often does, left his plans unfinished: with a return ticket to Paris to rendezvous with wife Barbara Orbison for a second honeymoon,…
Acclaimed songwriter, record producer, music publisher and label executive Bob Montgomery has died. A fellow Texan, Montgomery was a close friend of Buddy Holly and the two performed together as “Buddy and Bob.” Holly and Texas aren’t the only Orbison connections,…
“The Last Wave” from Roy Orbison’s Last Concert on December 4, 1988 at The Front Row Theatre in Highland Heights, Ohio. Photographer: David Shoenfelt
“OH, PRETTY WOMAN” by Roy Orbison From The Last Concert, December 4, 1988-
On December 4, 1988 Roy Orbison played his final show. Luckily, most of this performance, which showcased Roy at the top of his game, was caught on tape. Released last year, the 25th Anniversary Edition of The Last Concert is…