Phil Everly: Half of the Everly Brothers Dies at 74

Phil Everly was an American singer and guitarist. Born on January 19, 1939, in Chicago, he sang with his brother Don.

As the Everly Brothers, they had hits including "Bye Bye Love," "Wake Up Little Susie" and "All I Have to Do Is Dream." Their harmony influenced the Beatles, Simon and Garfunkel and the Beach Boys. They were among the first inductees to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986.

He won a Grammy Lifetime Achievement award with his brother. Phil Everly died of complications from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in Burbank, California, on January 3, 2014, at age 74.

Achievements: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (1986).

Birth: January 19, 1939 - Chicago, Illinois.

Profession: Singer and guitarist.

Interesting Facts: The Beatles modeled their harmonies on the Everlys.