"Remembering Jo-El Sonnier: A Tribute to the Grammy-Winning Country Legend"
TL;DR Summary
Grammy-winning country singer Jo-El Sonnier passed away at 77 after delivering a powerful final performance at the Llano Country Opry in Texas, where he received a standing ovation. He died shortly after the show from a cardiac arrest and was airlifted to Austin, leaving behind a legacy in both country and Cajun music. Sonnier's career spanned decades, earning him a Grammy for Best Regional Roots Music Album in 2013 and induction into Louisiana's Music Hall of Fame in 2009.
- Grammy-Winning Country Singer Dead at 77 After Receiving Standing Ovation at Final Performance The Messenger
- Country & Cajun Legend Jo-El Sonnier Dies After Performance - Saving Country Music
- 4 Songs You Didn't Know Jo-El Sonnier Wrote for Other Artists American Songwriter
- Grammy award-winning Cajun and country artist Jo-El Sonnier dies aged 77 after suffering a major heart attack Daily Mail
- Fans, friends share tributes following death of Jo-El Sonnier KPLC
Reading Insights
Total Reads
0
Unique Readers
1
Time Saved
1 min
vs 2 min read
Condensed
78%
356 → 79 words
Want the full story? Read the original article
Read on The Messenger