Along with his contemporary Wynn Stewart, Tommy Collins was one of the first country musicians to establish a distinctive Bakersfield, CA, sound. During the course of the '50s, he released a series of hit singles that lightened up the tone of honky tonk with bouncing backbeats, novelty lyrics, and electric guitars. Collins explored a more serious side with his ballads, yet they continued to sound ...more
- Tommy Collins
- Capitol Collection
- Guitar (Rhythm)
- Tommy Collins
- Singer-Songwriter-Comedian 1930-2000
- Main Performer
- Various Artists
- Honky Tonk Country Music 1945-1953
- Guitar
- Various Artists
- Honky Tonk Country Music 1945-1953
- Vocals




























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