Willy DeVille
- Type: Singer/Songwriter
- Country: United States
- Born: 25 August 1950, Stamford, Connecticut, United States
- Died: 6 August 2009, New York City, New York, United States
- Active: 1974 - 2009
Biography
Willy DeVille (1950 to 2009) was an American singer and songwriter from Stamford, Connecticut, best known as the leader of *Mink DeVille*, the #CBGB# house band behind 'Spanish Stroll'. His solo career began with 'Miracle' (1987) and the Academy Award nominated 'Storybook Love'. Rooted in blues, doo wop, Latin rhythms and New Orleans rhythm and blues, albums such as 'Victory Mixture' and 'Backstreets of Desire' made him a cult figure, especially in Europe, until his death from pancreatic cancer in New York City.
Willy DeVille Discography
- Miracle (1987) - Album - rated 3.31/5
- Victory Mixture (1990) - Album - rated 3.86/5
- Backstreets of Desire (1992) - Album - rated 3.3/5