John Anderson, the country Hall of Famer behind hits like “Seminole Wind” and “Swingin’, has died. He was 71. Anderson’s death was announced by his family across his social media accounts on Wednesday. No cause of death or further information was noted. “It is with the heaviest of hearts that we share the passing of […]
John Anderson, Country Hall of Famer Whose Hits Included ‘Seminole Wind’ and ‘Swingin’,’ Dies at 71

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