Johnny Bush
John Bush Shinn III (February 17, 1935 – October 16, 2020) was an American country music singer, songwriter, and musician. Nicknamed the "Country Caruso", Bush was best known for his distinctive voice and for writing the song "Whiskey River", a top 10 hit for himself which also became the signature song of fellow country artist Willie Nelson. He was especially popular in his native Texas.
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Bush at the 2007 Texas Book Festival | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | John Bush Shinn III |
| Also known as | The Country Caruso |
| Born | February 17, 1935 Houston, Texas, U.S. |
| Died | October 16, 2020 (aged 85) San Antonio, Texas, U.S. |
| Genres | Country, honky-tonk, western swing |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter |
| Instrument(s) | Guitar, drums, fiddle |
| Years active | 1952–2020 |
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| Website | www |
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