In memory of Louis Charles “B. W.” Stevenson (October 5, 1949 – April 28, 1988) (originally known as Buckwheat Stevenson) was an American country pop singer and musician, working in a genre which is now called progressive country. Stevenson was born in Dallas and attended W.H. Adamson High School with other musicians Michael Martin Murphey, Ray Wylie Hubbard, and Larry Groce. B.W. Stevenson’s biggest hit was “My Maria”, this song always makes me feel good ❤️ This song was co-written with #Daniel

On this date in 1973, 23-year-old B.W. STEVENSON recorded MY MARIA, a song that would reach #9 in the U.S. later in the year (Jun 23, 1973) NOTE: In lieu of an 'official' video for the song, I've edited my own. Best remembered for his 1973 smash "My Maria," singer/songwriter B.W. Stevenson (the "B.W." reportedly stood for "Buckwheat" -- his real first name was Lewis) was born October 5, 1949, in Dallas, TX. As a teen he played in a variety of local rock bands before attending college, eventually

B.W. Stevenson was a Dallas-born singer-songwriter best known for his 1973 hit “My Maria,” blending country, folk, and soft rock. With a warm, soulful voice, he carved out a spot in the ’70s Texas music scene before his career was cut short when he passed away in 1988 at just 38. Follow @lonestarbeer another Texas legend #americana #texas | Truck Stop Chic