EP 229 - From Elvis to Elvira, the legendary Bass Singer of The Stamps and The Oak Ridge Boys

Richard Sterban is the legendary bass singer of the Oak Ridge Boys and prior to joining The Oaks in 1972, Richard sang with various groups, eventually joining J.D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet, which afforded him the opportunity of a lifetime—the chance to sing with Elvis Presley and singing with him every night on stage as well as recording with the greatest entertainer in music history.

 

It was during this time in the midst of Elvis’ heyday that Richard was offered the position as bass singer for The Oak Ridge Boys, and he had to make a major decision—remain on the big stage or chase his own dream.

 

Well, 50 years later with numerous awards and over 41 million albums sold, and being inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. I would say it was worth chasing his own dream. 

 

Let’s welcome the one of the most legendary bass singers in the history of music, the one and only Richard Sterban!