Musicians who died on August 17

Take a focused look at the musicians who passed away on August 17. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1954 Billy Murray

  Billy Murray was one of the most popular American singers in the early 20th century, known for his clear tenor voice and prolific output of recorded songs during the acoustic era. He earned the nickname 'The Denver Nightingale' and was a significant figure in the development of recorded music. [bio]