Biography

William Patton Black Jr. was an American musician and bandleader who is noted as one of the pioneers of rock and roll. He played in Elvis Presley's early trio. Black later formed Bill Black's Combo.

Known For

Jailhouse Rock

Bass Player (uncredited)

This Is Elvis

Self (archive footage) (uncredited)

The Real Buddy Holly Story

Self (archive footage)

Elvis: #1 Hit Performances

Self (archive footage)

Loving You

Bass Player (uncredited)

The Definitive Elvis: The Television Years

Self (archive footage)

Elvis: The King of Rock 'n' Roll

Self (archive footage)

Tupelo's Own Elvis Presley

Self - Upright Bass