Roy Gaines

Roy Gaines
Gaines in 1977
Background information
Birth nameRoy James Gaines
Born(1937-08-12)August 12, 1937
Waskom, Texas, U.S.
DiedAugust 11, 2021(2021-08-11) (aged 83)
GenresTexas blues, electric blues
Occupation(s)Musician, songwriter
Instrument(s)Guitar, vocals

Roy James Gaines (August 12, 1937 – August 11, 2021) was an American Texas blues and electric blues guitarist, singer and songwriter. He wrote and recorded the song "A Hell of a Night", which was first issued on his 1982 album Gainelining. He was the younger brother of the blues musician Grady Gaines.