Dickie Rock
Dickie Rock | |
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| Birth name | Richard Rock |
| Born | 10 October 1936 Dublin, Ireland |
| Died | 6 December 2024 (aged 88) Dublin, Ireland |
| Occupations |
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| Instrument | Vocals |
| Years active | 1963–2021 |
| Spouse |
Judy Murray
(m. 1966; died 2022) |
Richard Rock (10 October 1936 – 6 December 2024) was an Irish singer. Chiefly associated with the era of showbands in Ireland, Rock came to prominence as a member of The Miami Showband in the 1960s, subsequently becoming a solo artist in 1973. He represented Ireland in the Eurovision Song Contest 1966. Rock continued to tour for several decades until his retirement in 2021.