Bill Text: TX HR35 | 2013 | 83rd Legislature 1st Special Session | Enrolled


Bill Title: Paying tribute to the life and music of Stevie Ray Vaughan on August 27, 2014, the 24th anniversary of his death.

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)

Status: (Passed) 2013-06-21 - Reported enrolled [HR35 Detail]

Download: Texas-2013-HR35-Enrolled.html
 
 
  H.R. No. 35
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, The year 2014 marks the 24th anniversary of the
  death of Stevie Ray Vaughan, and this milestone provides a fitting
  opportunity to reflect on the life and music of this Texas guitar
  legend; and
         WHEREAS, In the early morning hours of August 27, 1990, Mr.
  Vaughan, then just 35 years of age, was killed in a helicopter crash
  following a concert in Wisconsin; while his tragic death robbed the
  world of a tremendous talent, it could not diminish the many
  achievements this gifted musician realized during his short but
  brilliant career; and
         WHEREAS, The pride of Oak Cliff, Stevie Ray was born in that
  Dallas community in 1954 and began playing in area bands while still
  a student in junior high school; at age 17, he headed for Austin,
  developing his explosive, blues-based style in the city's music
  clubs; his years of hard work began to pay off after he began
  performing with his legendary backup group, Double Trouble, in the
  early 1980s; he got his first widespread exposure when he played
  guitar on the David Bowie album Let's Dance, and he released his own
  debut, Texas Flood, in 1983 to rave reviews; and
         WHEREAS, Over the next seven years, Stevie Ray Vaughan
  claimed his spot as one of the most influential rock and blues
  guitarists of all time, with his smoldering fret work inspiring
  everyone from music superstars to kids trying to learn their first
  chords; all five albums he released during his lifetime became
  million sellers, and his artistry was recognized with five Grammy
  Awards, two of which were bestowed after his death; he also received
  numerous other honors, and he and Double Trouble sold out concert
  halls around the globe; and
         WHEREAS, In addition to his professional success, this
  revered musician was able to overcome his addiction to drugs and
  alcohol in the mid-1980s, and in the years that followed, he lent a
  helping hand to other musicians who struggled with substance abuse;
  and
         WHEREAS, Stevie Ray Vaughan's popularity has endured in the
  decades since his passing, with younger generations embracing his
  masterful guitar playing and heartfelt singing; fiery, evocative,
  and full of Texas soul, his music has earned a special place in the
  annals of American popular culture and is a source of pride and joy
  for countless residents of the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be
  it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas
  Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the legacy
  of Stevie Ray Vaughan on the 24th anniversary of his death and honor
  his contributions to our state's rich musical heritage.
 
  Alonzo
 
  ______________________________
  Speaker of the House     
 
         I certify that H.R. No. 35 was adopted by the House on June
  21, 2013, by a non-record vote.
 
  ______________________________
  Chief Clerk of the House   
 
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