Winford Lindsey Stewart (June 7, 1934 – July 17, 1985), better known as Wynn Stewart, was an American country music performer. He was one of the progenitors of the Bakersfield sound. Although not a huge chart success, he was an inspiration to such greats as Buck Owens and Merle Haggard.
Released "Above and Beyond," which was also a major hit for Buck Owens (1960) and Rodney Crowell (1989).
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Had a steady string of hits from the 1950s through 1970s, but his only No. 1 hit on Billboard magazine's country singles chart was "It's Such a Pretty World Today" (1967). Other notable hits included "Wishful Thinking" (1960) and "After the Storm" (1976).
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Along with fellow country singers Merle Haggard and Buck Owens, helped to popularize the "Bakersfield Sound," a California-influenced sound of country.
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Country singer.
Soundtrack
Title
Year
Status
Character
The Driver
1978
performer: "It's Such a Pretty World Today" - uncredited
Hearts and Minds
1974
Documentary performer: "There's a Star-Spangled Banner Waving Somewhere" - uncredited
$500,000
