Ray Benson's 75th Birthday Bash: A Western Swing Farewell
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Ray Benson, the mastermind behind Western Swing band Asleep at the Wheel, celebrated his 75th birthday with a star-studded bash, marking the end of his association with South by Southwest. The event, held on March 17, 2026, featured performances by Los Lonely Boys, Ketch Secor, Rick Trevino, Jimmie Vaughn, and Stanley Jordan, with Asleep at the Wheel headlining. Bensons journey in Western Swing began in West Virginia in 1970 and has since shaped the music scene, earning him ten Grammy Awards and influencing generations of musicians.
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