Louisiana swamp pop legend Tommy McLain dies at 85

Louisiana swamp pop icon dead at 85

Beloved “swamp pop” musician Tommy McLain, whose 1966 hit “Sweet Dreams” reached No. 15 on the Billboard Hot 100, died Thursday morning at 85.

Louisiana Music Hall of Fame singer Tommy McLain dies. Find out about his career here

Louisiana Music Hall of Fame singer Tommy McLain dies at 85 years old. Learn about his career here.

Louisiana swamp pop legend Tommy McClain passes away

(NEWS 15) — Louisiana music lovers are mourning the passing of a local legend. Louisiana swamp pop icon Tommy McClain has died. He was 85. McClain was cherished by fans across Acadiana for his contributions to the Lafayette supergroup Lil'…

Louisiana swamp pop legend Tommy McLain dies at 85

Musician known for 1966 hit 'Sweet Dreams' passes away peacefully Thursday morning

Louisiana Music Hall of Fame singer Tommy McLain dies

BATON ROUGE - Swamp Pop singer Tommy McLain passed away Thursday morning. He was 85. McLain's family said that the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame artist passed peacefully. It is with immense sadness and heavy hearts we announce the passing of our father Tommy McLain. He departed peacefully on the morning of 7/24/25 at the age of 85. He was a beloved father, grandfather, and friend. He will be deeply missed but, he music he made will live on in the…

Louisiana Loses a Legend: Tommy McLain Gone at Age 85

Louisiana has lost a true musical treasure — Tommy McLain's soulful sound shaped swamp pop and captured hearts for decades. Continue reading…