LEGEND country music singer, passes at 79 after…
The country music community is mourning the loss of singer Richard “Kinky” Friedman, who passed away in late June. He was 79 years old.
Beyond his music career, Friedman was also known for his ventures into Texas politics. In 2006, he ran for governor, finishing fourth in a race won by Rick Perry.
He also campaigned for the Democratic nomination for agriculture commissioner in both 2010 and 2014. He was not successful in either attempt.
His lifelong friend, Clive Hattersley, recalled Friedman as a gifted communicator. Hattersley noted he had a unique talent for evoking strong emotions, from laughter to tears.
It was also shared that Friedman had been living with Parkinson’s disease. He first found fame in the early 1970s with his satirical country band, Kinky Friedman and The Texas Jewboys.
The band was known for its provocative songs, including “They Ain’t Makin’ Jews Like Jesus Anymore.” Another notable track was “Get Your Biscuits in the Oven and Your Buns in the Bed.”
Though the band was short-lived, Friedman enjoyed a long solo career. He released a self-titled album in 1974 and even toured with Bob Dylan. Over his life, he released 18 albums, with his final record, “Circus of Life,” coming out in 2018.
