Frank Ifield is an English-Australian country and easy listening singer who gained notable success in the early 1960s. Born on November 30, 1937, in Coventry, England, Ifield moved to Australia with his parents when he was quite young. His career in music started early, and he swiftly became a fixture on the Australian radio and music scene. His unique blend of yodeling and singing set him apart from his contemporaries, a skill that became a trademark of his performances.

Ifield returned to the UK in the early '60s and achieved considerable fame, with hits that often merged his yodeling talents with a pop-country sensibility. Some of his most notorious singles include "I Remember You," which became a UK number-one hit in 1962, and "Lovesick Blues," which was originally made famous by Hank Williams. Ifield made significant inroads into the US market with appearances on television programs like The Ed Sullivan Show, capturing audiences with his earnest delivery and vocal flair. His influence on the crossover sound of country and pop has been recognized by multiple generations, and compilates like "Best Of Frank Ifield," along with live performances on renowned platforms, have helped preserve his legacy in the music industry. Despite the changing tides of musical taste over the decades, Frank Ifield's work remains a testament to his skill and appeal as a crossover artist in the country and pop genres.

Genres

Classic Australian Country

Merseybeat

Rock-and-roll

Yodeling

Latest Release

Born Free

Frank Ifield

Album - 14 Tracks - Released July 5, 2024