Red Hayes
Joe Herman "Red" Hayes (1926-1973) was an American fiddle player and singer-songwriter known for his contributions to country music. Born on April 4, 1926, in Garden Valley, Texas, Hayes made his mark in the music industry by co-writing the classic song "A Satisfied Mind" with Jack Rhodes. His career spanned from 1936 until his untimely death in 1973. Hayes was associated with Starday Records and was recognized for his vocal and fiddle performances. Tragically, he passed away from a heart attack on March 2, 1973, while performing on stage during a UK tour with Faron Young in Manchester, England.