Jimmie Dale Gilmore

Jimmie Dale Gilmore is an American country singer, songwriter, actor and producer. Born on May 6, 1945 in Amarillo, Texas, he has made a significant impact on the music industry with his unique blend of country and folk music. With a career spanning several decades, Gilmore has become known for his soulful vocals and heartfelt lyrics.

Throughout his career, Gilmore has collaborated with various artists such as *The Flatlanders*, *Terry Allen*, *Joe Ely*, and *Guy Clark*. His music is often compared to that of *Kinky Friedman* and *Rodney Crowell*. Gilmore's talent as a songwriter has also been recognized by fellow musicians like *Tom Russell* and *Bruce Robison*.

Some other notable performers who have been influenced by Gilmore's work include *Jerry Jeff Walker*, *Buddy Miller*, and *Billy Joe Shaver*. Known for his versatility, Gilmore has experimented with different genres including rockabilly alongside artists like *Doug Sahm* and Americana with artists like *Slaid Cleaves* and Dave Alvin. He continues to inspire younger generations of musicians such as Bill Kirchen, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Steve Young, Kelly Willis, and Greg Trooper.