Tennessee, United States
Years active: 1967-2018
Genres: Swamp rock, blues rock, country rock
Tony Joe White was an American singer-songwriter, guitarist and pianist, who began his career in the 1960s. He was known for his unique blend of country, blues and swamp rock music. He wrote and recorded many hit songs, including "Polk Salad Annie", "Rainy Night in Georgia" and "Steamy Windows" which have been covered by a variety of artists. White was a respected and influential artist in the music industry, and his music continues to be celebrated and enjoyed by fans around the world.