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what was Stevie Ray Vaughan's very first recording?
In September 1970, Vaughan made his first studio recordings with the band Cast of Thousands.
what year did he tour 1st?
Vaughan toured with the Cobras during much of 1977.
did he have any other tours?
For the next two-and-a-half years, he earned a living performing weekly at a popular venue in town, the Soap Creek Saloon.
any other bars ?
the newly opened Antone's, widely known as Austin's "home of the blues".
what year did he hit it big?
In January 1978, they recorded four songs in Austin, including Vaughan's composition "I'm Cryin'".
did he have any major hits?
In late 1976, Vaughan recorded a single with them, "Other Days" as the A-side and "Texas Clover" as the B-side.
did he ever perform with others?
Vaughan jammed with many of his influences at Antone's, including Buddy Guy, Hubert Sumlin, Jimmy Rogers, Lightnin' Hopkins, and Albert King.
who was the best?
Jimmy Rogers.
anyone else thathe performed with?
In 1975, Vaughan joined a six-piece band called Paul Ray and the Cobras that included guitarist Denny Freeman and saxophonist Joe Sublett.

Question: is he still living?
Self-contained rewrite: Is Stevie Ray Vaughan still living?