‘Tequila’ hitmaker and The Champs guitarist Dave Burgess dies aged 90

Tequila' hitmaker Dave Burgess dies aged 90. The 1958 hit famously knocked Elvis Presley off the top of the Billboard chart.
American Songwriter

The Champs Frontman Dave Burgess, Who Unseated Elvis Presley With “Tequila”, Dead at 90

Dave Burgess, who led the Champs to a No. 1 hit in 1958 with "Tequila," died last month at age 90 in Dover, Tennessee.

Champs Leader, ‘Tequila’ Hit Maker Dave Burgess Dead at 90

Dave Burgess, the guitarist who led the Champs to radio domination with their Latin-tinged, Pee-wee Herman-approved instrumental rocker “ Tequila ,” has died. An obituary on the website for the Anglin ...

Dave Burgess, The Champs Frontman Known for Hit Song 'Tequila,' Dies at 90

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Gene Tyree, 83

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gene Autry Tyree, aged 83, who departed this life on November 9, 2025, in Carrollton, Georgia, surro ...