Wanda Jackson

A rock and roll pioneer, Wanda Jackson has enthralled generation after generation for over half a century with her exceptional music talents and skills. The legendary songwriter, singer and instrumentalist has released chart-breaking albums and global smash hit singles that have fascinated the worldwide fans for years. The charming artist is one of the first rockabilly singers of the world and shaped the music scene in the fifties with her innovative and groundbreaking music. Wanda Jackson has had a colorful and inspiring musical career and has received numerous awards and honors over the years. She has not only been the leading artist of rockabilly in the early fifties but has also participated in the revival of the musical genre in the eighties. During the sixties, Jackson successfully ventured into country music and released a number of hit singles such as “Fancy Satin Pillows,” “A Woman Lives for Love,” and “Tears Will Be the Chaser for Your Wine.” In 2009, she was inducted as an “Early Influence” into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Witnessing Jackson perform live is an exhilarating experience especially for her fans. By obtaining Wanda Jackson tickets, the audience can make sure to catch the world famous rockabilly and country artist perform live on stage once again.
 
Born in 1937, Wanda Jackson started playing guitar at a young age. At the age of eleven, she was exposed to renowned musicians such as Bob Wills, Tex Williams and Spade Cooley, which left a strong impression on her. In 1954, Hank Thompson discovered Jackson after hearing her on a radio show. He invited Jackson to perform and record with “Brazos Valley Boys.” The single “You Can’t Have My Love,” a duet between Jackson and Billy Gray, was released during the same year that managed to peak at number eight position on the country music charts. The success of the song led Jackson towards signing with Decca Records. In 1955, Jackson joined the ABC Network as a cast member of the TV show “Ozark Jubilee,” where she worked for five years. During this time, Jackson signed with Capitol Record and released a string of singles. She successfully amalgamated rock and roll with country music, producing hit numbers such as “I Gotta Know” that peaked at number fifteen after its release in 1956. Jackson continued to pioneer the rockabilly sound while delivering spectacular stage performances that were highly stylized and glamorous. In the late fifties, she released several chart breaking rockabilly songs including “Honey Bop,” “Mean Mean Man,” “Hot Dog! That Made Him Mad.” She toured Japan in 1959 after her hit single “Fujiyama Mama” charted at number one spot in Japan.
 
During the sixties, Wanda Jackson released several rockabilly hit singles including the Top 40 Pop Hit song “Let’s Have a Party.” The songs were highly successful amongst the audience and fans who dubbed Jackson as the “Queen of Rockabilly.” In the mid-sixties, Jackson started diverting her creativity towards country music, after a decline in rockabilly. She managed to produce top charting songs including “In the Middle of a Heartache” that peaked at number six and “Right or Wrong” that peaked at number nine position.  In 1963, Jackson earned her first Grammy nomination for the album “Two Sides of Wanda.” Since then the artist has received several awards and accolades. Her name has made it onto the International Gospel Hall of Fame, Oklahoma Country Music Hall of Fame as well as Rockabilly Hall of Fame. She has been ranked as one of the “The 40 Greatest Women of Country Music” by CMT in 2002. Jackson has released over forty albums including thirty-one studio albums in her career and the legendary artist continues to amaze her worldwide fans.
 
Wanda Jackson has mesmerized the world for over five decades. She is still renowned for her elaborate and vibrant live performances. The artist has made immense contribution to various musical genres and has managed to inspire countless other artists and performers. She easily sways the crowd with her poignant music and soulful voice. Her performances allure masses from every corner of the world. By acquiring Wanda Jackson tickets, the audience can make sure to indulge in a breathtaking musical ride with the legendary musician for an unforgettable experience.