That’s right. The younger half of the vocal duo The Everly Brothers was born in Chicago in 1939 to musical parents. After moving around the country with their family, the brothers set up shop in Nashville, Tennessee, where they began a very successful recording career. For three years, starting with “Bye Bye Love” in 1957, The Everly Brothers racked up a string of hits.

After enlisting in the Marine Corps in 1960, the brothers’ popularity began to wane, and they split up as a duo acrimoniously in 1973. They would not speak to each other or play together for ten years. After their reunion, The Everly Brothers enjoyed modest success singing and playing with musicians they influenced. His musical legacy will live on for generations.

Learn more:
The Official Everly Brothers Family Fan Site
The Everly Brothers on last.fm
Rolling Stone’s tribute to Phil Everly