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James Cecil "Little Jimmy" Dickens was born and raised in Raleigh County, West Virginia.   In the late 1930's he began performing on WJLS in Beckley while attending West Virginia University.  Soon Dickens quit school and pursued his passion for a career in music. He subsequently became a member of the Grand Ole Opry and  the Country Music Hall of Fame and is credited with introducing live performances into the country music business.

1. Little Jimmy Dickens from Bolt, W. Va.