album · December 1, 1961

At the Rock House

Roy Orbison

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Roy Orbison's "At the Rock House" is a collection of blues and rockabilly tracks that showcases his early vocal power and rock and roll sensibilities. The album captures a raw energy predating his later, more famous ballads.

• "At the Rock House" was released in December 1961 on the PnR label.
• The album features Orbison performing rock and blues standards.
• This release followed Orbison's first album for Monument Records, "Roy Orbison at the Rock House."

Roy Orbison was an American singer-songwriter, best known for his distinctive wide vocal range, singing falsetto, and a generally dark, emotionally intense style. "At the Rock House" was released in late 1961, early in his career, between his stints at Sun Records and Monument Records.