Skeets McDonald

Skeets McDonald
Background information
Also known asSkeets McDonald
Skeets Saunders
Born
Enos William McDonald

(1915-10-01)October 1, 1915
OriginGreenway, Arkansas, U.S.
DiedMarch 31, 1968(1968-03-31) (aged 52)
Los Angeles, California
Genrescountry, honky tonk, rockabilly
Occupationsinger, songwriter
Instrumentguitar
Years active1935 – 1968
LabelsFortune
London
Mercury
Capitol
Columbia Uni Records ("It's Genuine")

Enos William McDonald (October 1, 1915 – March 31, 1968), better known as Skeets McDonald, was an American country and rockabilly musician popular during the 1950s and 60s. Best known for the Slim Willet-penned song "Don't Let the Stars Get in Your Eyes", McDonald was a devoted honky tonk singer and songwriter whose work helped to bridge the gap between country and rock and roll.

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