Joe Ely, Texas Country-Rock Hero Who Grew His Fan Base Touring With the Clash, Dies at 78
Joe Ely, the Lubbock-bred singer-songwriter who grew his country fan base into a broader one with big cosigns from the Clash and others, died at 78.
16 Dec 02:07 · Variety
Joe Ely, a Texas songwriter whose legacy touched rock and punk, dies age 78
Celebrating Joe Ely's incredible journey in rock and country music.
16 Dec 18:55 · 5 NBCDFW
Joe Ely, a Texas songwriter whose legacy touched rock and punk, dies age 78
Joe Ely, the influential Texas-born singer-songwriter whose blend of honky-tonk, rock, roadhouse blues, led to collaborations with Bruce Springsteen and the Clash, has died.
16 Dec 09:47 · The Seattle Times
Joe Ely, Progressive Texas Country Legend Who Toured With the Clash, Dead at 78
Joe Ely, the Texas singer, songwriter, and member of the Flatlanders, who influenced the Clash and Bruce Springsteen, has died at 78.
16 Dec 01:47 · Rolling Stone
Country Legend, Joe Ely Passes Away At 78, Cause Of Death Confirmed, Used To Tour With The Clash
Me and Billy the Kid singer, Joe Ely, was an American singer, songwriter, and guitarist. He was "one of the main movers" of Austin, Texas' progressive country scene in the 1970s and 1980s. The singer's contribution to the musical world is undeniable, making his death come as a massive loss to the industry. The singer passed away on December 15, 2025, (ET).
16 Dec 10:06 · BollywoodShaadis
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