Dave "Snaker" Ray

American blues singer and guitarist (1943–2002)
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Summary

Dave "Snaker" Ray was born on August 17, 1943[1], in Saint Paul[2]. He died on November 28, 2002[3], in Minneapolis[4]. He worked as a singer-songwriter[5], musician[6], singer[7], and guitarist[8].

Key Facts

  • Date of death: November 30, 2002[9]
  • Country of citizenship: United States[10]
  • Sex or gender: male[11]
  • Genre: blues[12]
  • Record label: Elektra[13]
  • Commons category: Dave "Snaker" Ray[14]
  • Cause of death: lung cancer[15]
  • Family name: Ray[16]
  • Given name: Dave[17]
  • Manner of death: natural causes[18]
  • Instrument: guitar[19], voice[20]
  • Start of work period: 1963[21]

FAQs

Where was Dave "Snaker" Ray born?

Dave "Snaker" Ray's place of birth was Saint Paul[2].

Where did Dave "Snaker" Ray die?

Dave "Snaker" Ray passed away in Minneapolis[4].

What did Dave "Snaker" Ray do for work?

Dave "Snaker" Ray worked as a singer-songwriter[5], musician[6], singer[7], and guitarist[8].

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  13. [1] ↑ . Find a Grave. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
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  15. [9] ↑ . Find a Grave. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
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  21. [21] ↑ . wikidata.org.

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