David Luke Myrick (June 20, 1916 - January 28, 1972), known professionally as T. Texas Tyler, was a country music singer and songwriter primarily known for his 1948 hit, "The Deck of Cards." Biography Myrick was born just outside Mena, Arkansas. He recorded first for Black & White Records within "The Six Westernaires" extensively for 4 Star Records (Hollywood) from September 1945 until the end of the 1950s. Some now-legendary recordings in the country boogie (or pre-rockabilly) style were produced for the label with top session musicians on steel- and electr… read more
David Luke Myrick (June 20, 1916 - January 28, 1972), known professionally as T. Texas Tyler, was a country music singer and songwriter primarily known for his 1948 hit, "The Deck of Cards." Biography Myrick was born just outside Mena, Arkansas. He recorded first for Black & Wh… read more
David Luke Myrick (June 20, 1916 - January 28, 1972), known professionally as T. Texas Tyler, was a country music singer and songwriter primarily known for his 1948 hit, "The Deck of Cards." Biography Myrick was born just outside Mena, Arkansas. He recorded first for Black & White Records within "The Six Westernaires" extensively for 4 St… read more
