Gary S. Paxton
Gary S. Paxton | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Larry Wayne Stevens[1] |
| Born | May 18, 1939 Coffeyville, Kansas, U.S. |
| Died | July 16, 2016 (aged 77) Branson, Missouri, U.S. |
| Genres | Novelty music, Gospel music |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter, record producer |
| Instruments | Vocalist |
| Years active | 1959–2016 |
| Labels | RCA, Garpax, NewPax |
Gary Sanford Paxton (Larry Wayne Stevens; May 18, 1939 – July 16, 2016) was an American record producer, recording artist, and Grammy and Dove Award winning songwriter.
Paxton was a member of the Skip & Flip and The Hollywood Argyles and was the producer of two number one Billboard Hot 100 singles: "Alley Oop for The Hollywood Argyles in 1960 and "Monster Mash" for Bobby "Boris" Pickett in 1962.
Paxton died on July 16, 2016 in Branson, Missouri from complications of hepatitis C, aged 77.[2]
References[change | change source]
- ↑ "Gary S Paxton: From 'Monster Mash' to 'He's Alive', an incredible journey". Cross Rhythms. 2011-09-02. Retrieved 2016-07-17.
- ↑ "Gary S. Paxton, Gospel music songwriter, passes away". SGB Scoops Digital. July 17, 2016. Retrieved July 18, 2016.
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